Essential Roof Maintenance: Your Step-by-Step Guide

essential roofing maintenance

When you want to know what the weather is like outside your beloved house, the most effective way to determine this is to simply open a window or stick your head out the door. This is best-case scenario. The worst case ? Waking up to water stains on the ceiling, indicative of a leaky roof. … Read more

What is an inverted flat roof?

inverted flat roof

Dears, today I’d like to jump right into the topic – inverted flat roofs. Recently, we learned that traditional flat roofs are made up of layers that follow a predefined order, like this: the waterproofing layer, vapor control layer, thermal insulation, and sturctural deck, all topped off with the roof covering. But, here’s twist: what … Read more

Are Flat Roofs Really Flat? – Unraveling the Myth

flat roof not flat

Well, dears, established definitions are sometimes misleading and no flat roof is truly 100% flat. It can´t be, right ? So, if you’re having trouble understanding the concept of ‘flat’ roofs and why they’re not actually as flat as they seem, you’re in the right place! This new post will shed light on this interesting … Read more

How long can roofing felt stay exposed? Can it get wet?

roofing felt exposed

Remember when you were young and waited for your significant other in the rain, umbrella in hand, as droplets pitter-pattered on rooftop? Now think about your roof, the poor thing, standing guard against elements without an umbrella! How does it do it, you might ask . The secret lies in the roofing underlayment, more commonly … Read more

Your Comprehensive Guide to Clout Nails for Roofing Felt

clout nails for roofing felt

Hey there, dears! So you’re pondering the merits of clout nails for roofing felt, right? Well, you’ve found your way to a friendly little corner of the itnernet where we’re all about simplifying complicated things . Why are we talking about clout nails, you ask ? Well, they might be little, but these babies can … Read more

Securing Your Roof: An In-Depth Guide to Roofing Nails with Washers

roofing nails with washers

Good day, dears! You’ve been up on the roof, hammer in hand, wondering if there’s a better way to secure those shingles? Maybe you’ve had leak or two and you’re starting to question if standard roofing nails are cutting it . Here’s little something called “roofing nails with washers.” Now, I’m sure you’re asking, “Viliam, … Read more

Stone Lintels

stone lintels

Hey there, everyone! Can you recall a time when you walked past house and wondered about those fancy stones sitting above its windows and doors ? They’re called stone lintels, and you’d be surprised how much they can spruce up the place! But what’s the whole story about them? That’s where the old pal Viliam … Read more