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We have a large (c. 5.33m x 1.68m – measured internally, so I’m guessing nearer 5.5m x 1.8 or more externally) singled glazed angled roof light. It appears to be made from two sheets of glass.
1) The seals are failing and need replacing/repairing. The roof material is made from fibreglass sheets, corrugated to look like fibreglass.
2) We then plan to secondary glaze it with four (or possibly two) cast acrylic sheets on the inside, secured with a wooden frame.
Photos here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/photos/share/0dJCw4rC1TRQn5ifhpQpJogkP2suc9WdwUb3tE60Pi4
A less extensive set attached to this post.
Replacing the whole unit with a double or triple glazed one isn't economically viable (quotes so far have been £9k-£14k+)
Any tips on how to go about 1 and 2 (particularly the first) would be much appreciated. It might be as simple as clearing it all up, applying flashband primer paint, and wide flashband tape. But (a) that seems a bit temporary and (b) I suspect I’m missing something! E.g. Any sense in plastic/fibreglass edging strips underneath? e.g. like this . Or another approach entirely? Lead? Lead alternatives? E.g. Wakaflex Rapid Flashing, Ubiflex, Masterform by Nicholson. Stainless steel? (All probably beyond my skill set, unlike it's quick to learn for someone practical).
If flashband, even as temporary measure, I'd need to wait for reasonably warm (and dry) weather for the adhesives to work properly. So I can't really crack on with it as quickly as I'd like!
Despite contacting 30+ roofers, most haven’t responded (despite chasers and lapse of several months) at all and those that have got in touch have said they're too busy or only doing total re-roofing projects. Given heat loss / poor insulation, extensive condensation and insane gas bills, it looks like I’ll need to get my hands dirty! Though if anyone has recommendations on people that might be able to help (near Crystal Palace), that’d be appreciated too.
Any tips much appreciated.
1) The seals are failing and need replacing/repairing. The roof material is made from fibreglass sheets, corrugated to look like fibreglass.
2) We then plan to secondary glaze it with four (or possibly two) cast acrylic sheets on the inside, secured with a wooden frame.
Photos here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/photos/share/0dJCw4rC1TRQn5ifhpQpJogkP2suc9WdwUb3tE60Pi4
A less extensive set attached to this post.
Replacing the whole unit with a double or triple glazed one isn't economically viable (quotes so far have been £9k-£14k+)
Any tips on how to go about 1 and 2 (particularly the first) would be much appreciated. It might be as simple as clearing it all up, applying flashband primer paint, and wide flashband tape. But (a) that seems a bit temporary and (b) I suspect I’m missing something! E.g. Any sense in plastic/fibreglass edging strips underneath? e.g. like this . Or another approach entirely? Lead? Lead alternatives? E.g. Wakaflex Rapid Flashing, Ubiflex, Masterform by Nicholson. Stainless steel? (All probably beyond my skill set, unlike it's quick to learn for someone practical).
If flashband, even as temporary measure, I'd need to wait for reasonably warm (and dry) weather for the adhesives to work properly. So I can't really crack on with it as quickly as I'd like!
Despite contacting 30+ roofers, most haven’t responded (despite chasers and lapse of several months) at all and those that have got in touch have said they're too busy or only doing total re-roofing projects. Given heat loss / poor insulation, extensive condensation and insane gas bills, it looks like I’ll need to get my hands dirty! Though if anyone has recommendations on people that might be able to help (near Crystal Palace), that’d be appreciated too.
Any tips much appreciated.
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