Hi all...i have just aquired a house in Bulgaria and need some advice please....
The roof tiles are of the 'half pipe' type, all piled on top of each other and not fixed down as is the tradition in much of Europe.
I am replacing the tiles with interlocking clay tiles which will be nailed in place. The woodwork all looks in good condition, so i plan to keep as is apart from replacing battens for new tiles. However, the woodwork is made from round sections straight from the tree, thus making it more difficult to lay tiles straight. My question is, should i use roof felt underneath the new tiles? I have been told that it is possible to get hold of a breathable membrane (similar to tyvek i would assume) but it will be difficult to lay it on such an eneven roof, even if i double up the battens.
What are the benefits of using a membrane and what would be the consequences of not using it?
Your opinions please!
The roof tiles are of the 'half pipe' type, all piled on top of each other and not fixed down as is the tradition in much of Europe.
I am replacing the tiles with interlocking clay tiles which will be nailed in place. The woodwork all looks in good condition, so i plan to keep as is apart from replacing battens for new tiles. However, the woodwork is made from round sections straight from the tree, thus making it more difficult to lay tiles straight. My question is, should i use roof felt underneath the new tiles? I have been told that it is possible to get hold of a breathable membrane (similar to tyvek i would assume) but it will be difficult to lay it on such an eneven roof, even if i double up the battens.
What are the benefits of using a membrane and what would be the consequences of not using it?
Your opinions please!
