Roof Lead Flashing Alternative

We stock a range non lead roll trim and replacement flashing to complete your next project in a range of different colours to suit your roof.

Roof lead flashing alternative.

It s made from a high percentage of non toxic recycled polyvinyl butyral pvb which is the foil used in laminated glass and has a similar appearance to lead. In comparison lead alternative flashing is easily cut with sharp scissors or a knife and most brands say their product can be installed in at least half the time of traditional lead. Lead alternative flashing refers to a range of roof flashings that are used to replace traditional lead where it may be prone to theft it may slow down or a job or a cheaper material is needed. Safe to use due to their light weight cutting and shaping is easy.

Contemporary lead alternatives for roofing offer similar levels of performance to lead but are often easier to fit and lighter in weight. Lead alternatives about roofing supplies stock supply high performance low cost flashings such as cromar lead free ubiflex haus profi wakaflex which are suitable for use as an alternative to traditional lead in both flat and pitched roof applications. Leadax is applied using similar methods to lead installation although it s up to 75 lighter than traditional lead which makes the application easier. Our innovative selection of flashing alternatives offers you all the benefits of lead with none of the drawbacks.

If you cannot find the product to suit your requirements online please contact us as we keep vast stocks throughout our depots. Lead flashing alternatives are also around 50 cheaper than real lead so the cost of the project automatically takes a huge dive. Products such as ubiflex b3 or cromer leadax are an alternative to lead flashing that can work just as well. It is available in codes 3 4 5 6 7 and 8 in either 3m or 6m rolls.

This is very attractive to churches who may not be able to afford a genuine lead roof and attractive to homeowners too who aren t particularly fussed about whether their detailing is real lead or not. As an anti theft alternative high value and the fact it s so easily recyclable means lead theft is a real problem. Lead flashing lead alternatives milled lead is available from uk suppliers which conforms to bs en 12588. Although lead flashing remains one of the most popular roofing materials available many are opting for lead free supplies that are environmentally friendly non toxic and undesirable to thieves.

Traditional lead is hard to work with and needs specialist tools and knowledge.