Detail Library – New Details August 2024
House Extensions BLOG

These new details are the second half of a two part set exploring refurbished or retrofit slate roof details. The set explores traditional slate roof construction, with the addition of insulation for scenarios such as extensions and retrofit or refurbishment projects. 

These details would be useful for those looking to improve an existing structure or for extension projects where you are looking to match the existing style.

Lead is a toxic material, and not recommended for new construction, however it is still used in conservation projects and listed buildings.

This set of slate roof details consists of:

  • Slate Roof Abutment to Masonry Cavity Wall Detail
  • Slate Roof Abutment to Solid Masonry Wall Detail
  • Sloped Roof Abutment to Masonry Cavity Wall
  • Sloped Roof Abutment to Solid Masonry Wall
  • Sloped Roof Abutment to Cavity Wall with Parapet
  • Sloped Roof Abutment to Solid Masonry Wall with Parapet
  • Mono-pitch Ridge to Cavity Wall Detail
  • Mono-pitch Ridge to Solid Masonry Wall Detail
  • Back Gutter to Masonry Cavity Wall Detail
  • Back Gutter to Solid Masonry Wall Detail
  • Extension Flat Roof Up to Pitched Roof
  • Extension Flat Roof Down to Pitched Roof

If you missed the first part of this series you can find it here.

Check out this month’s full set below.

DL352 Cavity wall lean-to vented abutment detail - refurbished slate roof
DL355 Solid wall sloped roof abutment detail - refurbished slate roof 3D
DL360 Back gutter with vent cavity wall to pitched roof detail - refurbished slate roof
DL352 Cavity wall lean-to vented abutment detail - refurbished slate roof 3D
DL355 Solid wall sloped roof abutment detail - refurbished slate roof
DL360 Back gutter with vent cavity wall to pitched roof detail - refurbished slate roof 3D

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