Slate Roof Barn Conversions

New peg tiled roof to barn conversion.
Slate roof barn conversions. Ecotite spray foam insulation applied to a barn conversion roof sarking board typically a scottish practice. A depth of 150mm spray foam insulation was needed to meet current building. Handmade clay roof tiles from lifestiles were specified for this barn conversion in essex hand and machine made options are available with your choice likely to be largely dictated by your budget. We made sure every slate is nailed with copper coated nails.
Reclaimed random slate roof for music studio using diminishing courses. New barn conversion low pitch roof using man made slates. A slate roof will easily last over 100 years which is at least double of what other roofing materials can offer. Many slate tile manufacturers offer up to 100 year warranty on their products.
You will note how the slates lap hence the method of fixing. Former farm building conversion with new slates. During one of our barn conversions we film new welsh slate going on. Although evening out the roof will help the roof covering sit flush and weathertight a completely symmetrical new roof laid with replacement tiles can lack character.
For people who do not plan to ever sell their home the incredible longevity of slate is a highly desirable benefit. New peg tiled roof to barn conversion with conservation style roof light windows.