Fibreglass roofing, commonly called as GRP Roofing, lasts for up to 50 years without any major deterioration. Over the last 5 years, Fibreglass Flat Roofing has recenty become truely popular with homeowners. The great Looking finish, lightweight, range of so many colors, versatile moulding around any shape and attractive non-slip coatings are the factors that make these roofings even more value.
Applications
In domestic environments, fibreglass systems are used for making durable, leak-free coverings to flat roofs on extensions, outbuildings, garages, bay windows, balcony coverings, swimming pools, tanking of basements and fish ponds. Also it is available in any color that you want.
In commercial spaces or purposes, fibreglass coating systems are used for the purpose of water tanking for those structures that are even deep than ground level. Other uses are tanking of harmful environment against chemical leaks, industrial roofing coverings, preventing spill contamination as well as bespoke guttering.
Advantages
Fibreglass roofing is used by a number of businesses and industries due to its amazing strength, weather resistance, appearance, longevity and costs, thereby proving to be the best choice when it comes to roofing. It is accompanied by several advantages :
Adaptable
These coverings can be installed on any surface, no matter if its horizontal or vertical as well as it requires minimal surface preparation. Its beneficial compared to rigid type systems as fibreglass coatings are quite easy to apply to structures of any shape. Fibreglass can be used on patios, walkways, balconies, roof gardens and their great shape. It can be applied up to pipes, decking, vents, skylights, walls and stairs.
Cost Effective
These systems are highly cost effective as they last for many, many years. It is maintenance-free and can be refurbished if you want. In case, one wants to alter the roof, the roofings can be extended and get easy to repair if facing any physical damage. It also replaces lead and is of no value to thieves.
You can walk on it
These roof systems are crafed in a way to make sure it can tolerate the foot movements.
Long-lasting
These installations hve been used in a number of applications for over 60 years and have made a mark as an ideal choice for a roof. Traditional roofs depend on joints or welded seams that are likely to experience failure points. Whereas, these roofs have no joins, welds or seams. The water resistance, remarkable weathering performance and strength make them even more advantageous.
Maintenance Free
Fibreglass roofing systems are completely resistant to the sun-light UV and are totally maintenance free, that is a huge advantage over most traditional roofing systems that need regular cleaning to work effectively.
Easy and Risk-free Installation
Most traditional roofs are made using bituminous felt that needs heat to be applied from gas torches at the time of installation. On the other hand, fibreglass systems are cold applied where the laminate is crafted without any associated risks in terms of safety and fire when it comes to using burners or naked flames.
Fibreglass is a highly recommended and proven roofing material being used throughout the world for over 50 years. It’s also trusted in many other industries where long life and complete water-tightness are essential.