'How to' Advice

Are you planning a roof insulation project? No matter if it's a conversion, extension, newbuild or just routine maintenance, you'll first need to consider if you'll be using cold roof ventilation or warm roof insulation. And that's where we can help. With an extensive range to choose from, we'll make sure you get the products you need. First, however, let us...

If you’ve spent hours grafting away making your roof perfect only to discover condensation starting to creep in, you’ll probably feel quite annoyed. All the hours of hard work up a ladder – and for what? Exposed to the elements day in and out, condensation can start to build up on your roofing sheets, leading to damage, rust and corrosion...

How do I stop condensation on my skylight? It’s a familiar sight for many in the colder months. Waking up, popping your slippers on and throwing open the curtains, only to see your windows covered in water droplets. As it runs down from the windows to the sill, condensation on windows can start to cause problems with paintwork and your...

Touted as one of the easiest ways to shave hundreds of pounds off your annual energy bill, insulating your roof space is well regarded as one of the best ways to save money. Keeping warm air in during winter and hot air out in summer months, roof and loft insulation is a relatively straightforward job. Once completed, it can last...

When it comes to roof windows and blinds, VELUX knows a thing or two. As the world’s leading manufacturer of roof windows, VELUX also produces a vast range of accessories and blinds to complement their innovative window designs. Here at Burton Roofing, we stock a wide array of stunning VELUX blinds to complement almost any interior, offering the look and...

VELUX roof windows can be a highly effective way to bring more natural light into any home. With a skylight or solar window, you can breathe new life into even the darkest rooms. But dirt and debris can build up over time – stopping that light from getting in. And that's when knowing how to clean VELUX windows can make...

Is it a window?  Is it a balcony? Velux Cabrio are both a window and a balcony in one.  They have become very popular in penthouses and loft conversions, adding a usable balcony space and adding desire and value to the property. What is Velux Cabrio? Velux Cabrio is a window that when opened transforms into a balcony space.  It...

This is a step by step article on how to install your velux integra electric window.  Let’s start at the beginning with unboxing. 1.Unboxing Check the box and make sure the specifications of the window suits your needs.  Note the QR code on the front of the box, this will lead you to some useful installation videos.  Velux boxes are...

If you want to begin using your loft for storage space, you will need to board it.   Laying a basic flooring will give you a safe space to walk on and to place boxes or items for storage.  Boarding a loft is relatively easy and low cost, therefore it is a job that can be undertaken by a keen...

It may be that you’re just looking to replace the odd broken roof tile, or perhaps you’re replacing an entire slate roof. Whatever the size of the job, with a bit of patience, cutting roof tiles can be straightforward. The key, as with most DIY jobs, is to work safe, take your time, and have the right tools to hand...

Building Regulations, Standards and U-Values The lower the U-Value the more insulation there is in a building element, (e.g a floor, ceiling or wall). Therefore the less heatloss. Consequently, the higher the U-Value, the more heatloss you have in the home. U-Values are important because there are certain standards according to the Building Regulations and Standards depending on location. For...

Method Statement for CUPA Natural Roofing Slates It must be stressed that the overall appearance of a finished slate roof is dependent on the preparatory work undertaken before any slates are even fixed to the roof. This process starts on the drawing board of the architect and continues through the erection of the building to roof level. The accuracy of...