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Lead Sheet is a proven, long-life building material. It is extremely malleable and can be easily dressed to fit the multi-curved contours of many modern building materials, particularly roofing tiles. To ensure this longevity, however, it is essential to follow a few basic rules:
- Individual pieces of lead sheet must not exceed the recommendations of the Lead Sheet Association. In particular, each piece of flashing in Code 4 and Code 5 must be no longer than 1.5m
- Fixings must hold the lead securely in position without restricting thermal movement.
- Nails and screws should have a similar life expectancy to that of the lead, therefore use copper, brass or stainless steel - never galvanised or aluminium fixings.
- Joints must allow for thermal movement but also remain weathertight for the position where they are used.
Elliotts stock 3m rolls up to 915mm width at all branches, with other codes, widths and lengths available to order.
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Pick up a FREE copy of the Calder Guide to Good Leadwork at any Elliotts Branch |
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