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Low Pitch Roofing

Products that contribute to the design of elegant, functional and compliant low pitch and skillion roofs.

April 2023

Achieve a Classic Corrugate Look Down to 3 Degrees with Roofing Industries

Roofing Industries brings the corrugate aesthetic to low pitch roof design with True Oak Corrugate suitable for roof pitches down to 4 degrees, and True Oak Deep for roof pitches as low as 3 degrees.

Dimond's Low Pitch Roofing Solutions Offer High Performance in Challenging Environments

Dimond's Low Pitch Roofing Solutions Offer High Performance in Challenging Environments

All Dimond Roofing profiles are suitable for low pitch roofing, and range from a minimum pitch of 3° to 8° but the stars of the range are, LT7, Dimondek 400 and Dimondek 630.

Draining Low Slope Roofs

Draining Low Slope Roofs

Although “positive slope to drain" is the recommended solution for roofs and decks, roof membrane assembly doesn't have to be always sloped especially with Protected Membrane Roofs (PMR).

Fit-For-Purpose Membrane Roof Systems from Viking Roofspec

Fit-For-Purpose Membrane Roof Systems from Viking Roofspec

Viking Roofspec has a solution to suit all low-slope roofing preferences and situations.

Low Pitch Roof Penetrations Meet 10-year Leakproof Guarantee

Low Pitch Roof Penetrations Meet 10-year Leakproof Guarantee

Hometech and Solatube both use the same BRANZ appraised proprietary flashings which have a 10-year leak proof guarantee.

Asona Acoustic Ceiling Insulation and Acoustics for Low Pitched Roofing

Asona Acoustic Ceiling Insulation and Acoustics for Low Pitched Roofing

How to meet new H1 roof insulation requirements, save money and maintain ideal room acoustics.

CodeMark Certified 1-Degree Falls for Te Manawa – Westgate Library and Multi-Purpose Facility

CodeMark Certified 1-Degree Falls for Te Manawa – Westgate Library and Multi-Purpose Facility

A great example of how Nuralite's low-pitched roofing system can enable designers to maximise internal stud height and interior space, while minimising the overall building height.

Low Pitched Cold Roof Systems with DriSpace

Low Pitched Cold Roof Systems with DriSpace

The increase in insulation requirements brings challenges with it, especially in low pitched and skillion roof designs due to the restricted air movement in the roof cavity.

High-Quality Full-Car and Open Lifts for Use with Low Pitch Roofing

High-Quality Full-Car and Open Lifts for Use with Low Pitch Roofing

With no machinery above the ceiling of the lift shaft, Powerglide Elevators are ideal for buildings with very little ceiling height, or where a skillion roof or flat roof is integral to the design of the building.

SDWS16 Structural Screw Secures Your Roof Batten and Purlin

SDWS16 Structural Screw Secures Your Roof Batten and Purlin

The SDWS16 Framing Screw is the perfect choice when you require greater holding power and pullout resistance.

What’s Your H1/AS1 Insulation Solution for Low Pitch Roofs?

What’s Your H1/AS1 Insulation Solution for Low Pitch Roofs?

With housing roof R-values set to increase to R6.60 (H1/AS1) on 1 May 2023, how will you meet the challenge of insulating low pitch roofs? Small spaces simply can’t accommodate the bulk insulation and ventilation space required.

Plumbdek Brings New Life to an Old Bach

Plumbdek Brings New Life to an Old Bach

This 1950's Christchurch bach is ready for a new generation, reclad and reroofed with Plumbdek by Steel & Tube for a playful seaside retreat.

Juralco Balustrade Gutter Brackets Offer Performance and Versatility on a Low Pitch Roof

Juralco Balustrade Gutter Brackets Offer Performance and Versatility on a Low Pitch Roof

Juralco's Edge gutter bracket enables a practical fixing solution for connecting a balustrade to a floating deck on a low pitch roof. 

Optimal Ventilation Solutions for Low Pitched Roofs

Optimal Ventilation Solutions for Low Pitched Roofs

An innovative roofing solution that delivers superior condensation absorption and enhanced ventilation, Dridex helps to create warmer, drier and healthier New Zealand homes.

Designing Gutter Outlets in a Low Pitch Roof

Designing Gutter Outlets in a Low Pitch Roof

Low pitched roof design often requires internal gutters with drainage systems to quickly and efficiently remove rainwater. With a range of options on the market, its good to understand the subtle differences and best design practices.

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