GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames mixes Victorian and Edwardian homes, riverside apartments and busy town-centre commercial buildings. We work on pitched tile and slate roofs, flat roofs on extensions and shops, and chimney repairs on period properties.
GRP, or glass reinforced plastic, is a polyester resin reinforced with chopped glass fibres to form a tough, waterproof laminate. Originally popular in boat building for its strength and resistance to corrosion, it has become a leading choice for flat roofs.
Our GRP roofs are typically built from a single-ply GRP laminate over an 18mm OSB3 deck, finished with GRP edge trims and a protective topcoat. Finished this way, the roof is lightweight and seamless, copes well with hot and cold weather, and can last more than 20 years.
Grey is the most popular topcoat, though we can offer other colours to keep the roof in keeping with your building. For a free GRP roofing quote in Kingston upon Thames, call 07467 757 367.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Kingston upon Thames
Porches and Bay Roofs
Small flat roofs over porches and bay windows can be finished in GRP with matching edge trims.
Balconies and Roof Terraces
With the right deck and topcoat, GRP can create a hard-wearing waterproof surface for balconies and terraces.
Dormer Roofs
GRP is lightweight and easy to form around upstands, making it well suited to dormer roofs on loft conversions.
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
Flat Roof Replacement
We strip old felt or failed coverings, renew the deck where needed and lay a new GRP roof.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Kingston upon Thames: What We See Locally
Single-storey rear extensions are common behind the town’s period homes, and so are dormers, garages and porches with flat roofs. When these roofs start to leak or show their age, GRP fibreglass is a durable replacement that gives a clean, modern finish against older brickwork.
We lay a single-ply GRP laminate over an 18mm OSB3 deck, fit GRP edge trims, and finish with a topcoat that is usually grey, with other colours available. The roof is seamless, so there are no joints for water to get through, and it can last over 20 years. GRP is also suitable for balconies, which can be useful for riverside flats or homes with a small roof terrace. Where a flat roof is visible from the street in a conservation area in Kingston upon Thames, check with the council if the finish changes. We also lay GRP roofs in Teddington.
At around 9 miles from our Staines office, Kingston upon Thames sits within our core area across Surrey and Middlesex. Most like-for-like roof work does not need planning permission, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area it is worth checking with the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Roofers Serving Kingston upon Thames and the Surrounding Area
GRP Fibreglass Roofs near Kingston upon Thames
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Surbiton
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Berrylands
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Teddington
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Coombe
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Thames Ditton
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs New Malden
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs East & West Molesey
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Petersham
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Common Questions About GRP Fibreglass Roofs in Kingston upon Thames
Is GRP suitable for a dormer roof on a Kingston upon Thames house?
Yes. GRP is commonly used on dormers because it forms a seamless, watertight finish and can be neatly edged with GRP trims. On a Kingston upon Thames period home, it is a durable option that can last over 20 years if properly installed.
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.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Kingston upon Thames?
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 colours are available?
Most GRP roofs are finished with a grey topcoat, but other colours are available to suit your property.
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.
Can GRP be laid over my existing flat roof?
Usually we strip the old covering and check the deck. If the deck is damaged or not suitable, we replace it with new OSB3 boards before laying the GRP.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Kingston upon Thames
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