Roofing Materials

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EPDM Made Easy – Instant Kit List with Our Flat Roof Calculator

2025-11-28T17:31:56+00:00May 25th, 2025|Categories: EPDM, Roofing Calculator, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , , |

Planning a flat roof project doesn’t need to be complicated, and with PermaRoof’s Flat Roof Calculator, EPDM just got a whole lot easier. Whether you’re a trade roofer or a DIYer looking for a simpler way to quantify and order your supplies, our flat roof calculator is here to help. You’re just four easy steps away from getting your kit sorted – and only

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A DIY Beginner’s Guide to Liquid Rubber Roof Coatings

2026-02-13T14:05:20+00:00December 12th, 2024|Categories: DIY Roofing, Liquid Rubber, Roofing Materials|Tags: , |

Liquid rubber roof coatings are fast becoming a game changer in complex flat and low slope roofing designs. Literally waterproofing the parts of the roof that membranes simply cannot reach, they can help to extend the life of your roof and are straightforward enough to apply yourself. At PermaRoof UK, we launched our own P100 liquid rubber roof coating, developed especially for DIY home

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Four Reasons Why EPDM is the Leading Roofing Membrane

2025-07-22T15:22:47+00:00September 23rd, 2024|Categories: EPDM, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , , |

EPDM is a high-performance single ply membrane, renowned for performance and longevity across the roofing industry. As this star of the show continues to skyrocket in popularity across both domestic and commercial sectors, we’re here to take a closer look and share some of its biggest attributes. As long-standing champions of EPDM, PermaRoof UK is now one of the country’s largest importers and distributors

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Complete Flat Roof Kits for Every Project

2025-08-11T14:38:59+00:00July 10th, 2024|Categories: Flat Roofing, PermaRoof UK News, Products, Roofing Materials|Tags: , |

We stock a range of complete flat roof kits to suit every project, large or small. From shed roofing to a domestic extension to a commercial flat roof, PermaRoof has you covered with kits containing everything you need. EPDM flat roof kits Off-the-shelf or cut to any size up to 15m x 60m, RubberCover EPDM offers seamless waterproofing in a single rubber roof sheet.

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How to Choose a Flat Roof Contractor: 10 Questions That Matter

2024-10-23T10:15:01+00:00June 28th, 2024|Categories: Ask the Experts, Roofing Contractors, Roofing Materials|Tags: , |

When it comes to roofing, choosing the right flat roof contractor is crucial. Rubber roofing systems like EPDM are durable and long-lasting, with a 50-year service life expectancy and making sure they are installed correctly is key to optimal performance. Whether you're replacing an old roof or starting fresh with new deck, here are the essential questions to ask your roofing contractor before you

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Is Rubber Roofing Right for Your Project?

2025-07-10T08:40:19+00:00May 16th, 2024|Categories: Ask the Experts, DIY Roofing, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , |

Rubber roofing is perhaps one of the biggest unsung heroes of domestic waterproofing. High performance, stable and reliable over incredible service lifespans, single-ply membranes are fast becoming the waterproofing choice for trade roofers all over the UK. Traditionally installed in commercial and industrial situations, EPDM rubber roofing was slower to take off in the UKs domestic sector. For DIY, homeowners continued to turn to

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How to Calculate the Area of a Flat Roof in Square Metres

2026-02-13T14:27:50+00:00March 22nd, 2024|Categories: Ask the Experts, DIY Roofing, Flat Roofing, Roofing Calculator, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , , |

When you’re starting your project, knowing how to calculate the area of a flat roof accurately in square metres is perhaps the most important part of the process. Most of the materials will be ordered based on these vital measurements, so getting it right is key to the overall success or failure of the project. At PermaRoof UK, we’re here to help

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Two Easy Ways to Waterproof a Plywood Roof

2025-08-11T14:43:16+00:00February 20th, 2024|Categories: Ask the Experts, DIY Roofing, EPDM, Flat Roofing, Products, Roofing Calculator, Roofing Materials, Shed Roofing|Tags: , , |

If you need to waterproof a plywood roof, you’re in the right place here at PermaRoof UK. We’re happy to offer you all the support you need, from tips and expert advice to buying materials and installing them yourself or finding a reliable professional to do it for you. Whether you’re waterproofing a plywood shed roof or preparing a garage deck for a

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Building a Flat Roof Extension? What you need to know

2025-03-11T13:37:22+00:00January 25th, 2024|Categories: Ask the Experts, DIY Roofing, Elevate, EPDM, Flat Roofing, Garage Roofing, Products, Roofing Calculator, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , |

A rising number of UK homeowners have been building a flat roof extension in favour of moving to a new house. Perceptions have changed in recent decades and today, with ever increasing moving costs, this is consistently proving to be the most cost-effective way to bring much needed space into the home. Some of the latest innovations in both design and material, have opened

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The Advantages of Modern Flat Roofing

2023-12-14T15:06:46+00:00December 14th, 2023|Categories: Flat Roofing, Roofing Industry, Roofing Materials|Tags: , , |

Flat roofing systems offer a range of benefits for both residential and commercial buildings. From cost and energy efficiency to simpler design and construction, the advantages can be far-reaching and numerous. As flat roofing experts, we’re here to highlight some of the top reasons that flat roofs are losing their traditional bad reputation. Let’s take a closer look… Cost-Effective Construction Compared to pitched roofs,

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