GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Fulwell
Fulwell is a quiet residential area of 1920s and 1930s semis and terraces between Twickenham and Teddington. Hipped tile roofs, ageing fascias and soffits and porch or garage flat roofs are the jobs we are asked to quote for most often.
GRP, or glass reinforced plastic, is a polyester resin reinforced with chopped glass fibres to form a tough, waterproof laminate. It was first widely used for boats because it is flexible and does not corrode, and it is now one of the most popular flat roofing systems.
A typical GRP roof we install has an 18mm OSB3 deck, a single-ply fibreglass laminate, GRP edge trims and a durable topcoat. Finished this way, the roof is lightweight and seamless, copes well with hot and cold weather, and can last more than 20 years.
Most GRP roofs are finished in grey, but other topcoat colours are available if you want the roof to match your property. For a free GRP roofing quote in Fulwell, call 07467 757 367.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Fulwell
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
Balconies and Roof Terraces
With the right deck and topcoat, GRP can create a hard-wearing waterproof surface for balconies and terraces.
Porches and Bay Roofs
Small flat roofs over porches and bay windows can be finished in GRP with matching edge trims.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
Dormer Roofs
GRP is lightweight and easy to form around upstands, making it well suited to dormer roofs on loft conversions.
Flat Roof Replacement
We strip old felt or failed coverings, renew the deck where needed and lay a new GRP roof.
Local GRP Fibreglass Roofs Specialists in Fulwell
Porches and garages on Fulwell’s interwar homes were often finished with small flat roofs, and many of those are still on an old layer of felt. Swapping them for GRP fibreglass is a practical upgrade. We lay a single-ply GRP laminate on a new 18mm OSB3 deck and finish the edges with GRP trims and a protective topcoat.
The result is one seamless surface without joints, and it can last 20 years or more when laid properly. Grey is the usual colour, but other shades are available if you want the porch to match the house. The same system suits rear extensions, dormers and balconies, so it is worth mentioning if you have more than one flat roof that needs attention. We also fit GRP roofs in Hampton Hill and Strawberry Hill.
At around 7 miles from our Staines office, Fulwell sits within our core area across South West London. Like-for-like roof work does not usually need planning permission, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area it is worth checking with the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Working Across Fulwell and Neighbouring Areas
GRP Fibreglass Roofs near Fulwell
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- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Twickenham
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GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Fulwell: Your Questions Answered
Is it worth putting GRP on a small porch roof in Fulwell?
Often, yes. A porch roof is small, so doing it properly with GRP over a new OSB3 deck is a modest job, and the seamless finish can last more than 20 years. It is also a good chance to tidy up the edges with neat GRP trims.
How much does a GRP roof cost?
It depends on the size of the roof, the condition of the deck and access. We will look at the roof and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Fulwell?
GRP is seamless, so there are no joins for water to get through, and it does not need the regular maintenance that older felt roofs do. It is a popular upgrade when a felt roof fails.
What is a GRP fibreglass roof?
GRP stands for glass reinforced plastic. Resin and glass fibre matting are laid over a timber deck to form a single seamless, waterproof layer, finished with edge trims and a topcoat.
How long does a GRP roof last?
A properly installed GRP roof can last for over 20 years and shows very little sign of wear in that time.
What colours are available?
Most GRP roofs are finished with a grey topcoat, but other colours are available to suit your property.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Fulwell
Thinking about replacing a flat roof? Talk to us about GRP fibreglass and get a free, no-obligation quote.
Call 07467 757 367 or email info@highlineroofing.co.uk