Roof Tile FAQs
13. How are clips fixed?

Clips are fixed at the tail of the tile and nailed to the side of the batten holding the course below. Roadstone Wood supply batten clips and special clips for the verges and eaves.

14. What kind and size nails are used?

Aluminium nails available from us. Derrie – 70mm, Donard – 50mm, Seville – 75mm, Galloway/Causeway – 45mm

15. What mix is used for wet bedding of verges and ridges?

3:1 (Sand:Cement) Do not use a lime mortar. You will also need dye for the pointing, usually 6kgs (30 ridges) for a standard house. Not to exceed 5% per volume of cement.

16. Ventilation

In order to comply with building regulations, all roofs must be ventilated. We supply Eave and Ridge ventilation systems. We also supply ThruVent Tiles and Vent Ridge Tiles.

17. What other dry fix fittings are available?

Please refer to our Brochure to get full details on Dry Accessories.

18. Ordering
Dublin Contact: Jonathan, Laura, Kenneth, Andrea or Aidan at the Belgard Retail Outlet Tel: 01 4041275 Fax: 01 4041360 Email: lwilliams@roadstone.ie
Cork Contact Richard or Pat at the Classis DIY Retail Outlet Tel: 021 4800118 Fax: 021 4840743 Email: info@roadstone.ie