DIY
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How to effectively install roof insulation
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...
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How to remove a VELUX blind
Posted on 31st March 2021 | Posted in 'How to' Advice & VeluxWhen 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...
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The benefits of insulating with natural materials like sheeps wool
Posted on 24th September 2019 | Posted in Buying GuidesMost of us are familiar with the benefits of a woolly jumper, however when it comes down to making a choice over insulating our homes, natural insulation seems to be still in the realms of a TV ‘Grand Design’, along with over excited couples stroking the home grown, fleecy wadding before stuffing it into the roof, walls and floor...
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A guide to fixing a shed’s felt roof
Posted on 20th May 2019 | Posted in Tips and Tricks & 'How to' AdviceA guide to fixing the felt roof on your shed With summer on the way, it might be time to fettle your shed, repair the roof and make that extra garden storage work for you. Whether you intend to use your shed for tools, garden equipment, or even bikes, the extra storage will no doubt come in handy and...
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How to Choose the Right Loft Hatch and Ladder
How to choose the right loft hatch and ladder Whether you use your loft space regularly or not, it’s important to have a safe point of entry. A proper loft hatch, as opposed to a simple board, offers much greater convenience and ease of access to the loft, especially when fitted with a loft ladder. If you want to create...