MARLEY LTD
LICHFIELD ROAD
BRANSTON
BURTON ON TRENT
STAFFORDSHIRE DE14 3HD
Tel: 01283 722588
Fax: 01283 722219
Suppliers of: Roof Tiles & Slates, Roofing Accessories, Cedar Shingles, Rafters, Decking, Integrated PV Photovoltaic Panels for Pitched Roofs.
Marley Range of Roofing Products & Systems
Marley is at the forefront of the roofing industry in the UK, with over 100 years of roofing expertise and heritage. We are the only UK manufacturer offering all elements of a roofing system including: Clay and concrete tiles, Shingles, Roofing accessories and BS 5534 compliant JB Red Batten.
Our complete pitched roofing solution comes with an unrivalled 15 year guarantee, offering you complete peace of mind. Our innovative and market-leading products also include a range of TDCA approved timber decking, which have been awarded the ’DeckMark’ accreditation.
All our products are supported by a wide range of easily accessible technical services and expert support for customers from all areas of the construction industry. We offer flexible, efficient service that saves our customers time and money on their projects and we’re even accredited by the Institute of Customer Service for our commitment to delivering the best possible customer experience. So whatever you need, we’re confident that we can provide the right solution and our online portal makes it quick and easy to get in touch with us.
Marley Roof Coverings
Marley SolarTile® roof-integrated solar tiles:
Marley SolarTile® is a roof-integrated solar panel solution, enhancing roof system specification with design flexibility, sleek aesthetics, industry leading wind and fire performance while acting as both a roof covering and electricity generating solution.
Clay Roof Tiles:
Marley offer a wide range of Clay roof Tiles and Accessories for all types of pitched roof construction
Concrete Roof Tiles:
Marley manufacture an extensive range of Concrete Roof Tiles and Accessories for all types of roof construction
Shingles & Shakes:
Marley offer a range of Western Red Cedar Shingles & Shakes which are fully sustainable and treated for durability
Roofing Base Layers
JB Red Batterns:
All JB Red roofing battens are supplied graded to meet the performance requirements of BS 5534.
Roofing Underlays:
Marley offer a wide range of roofing underlays, membranes and Accessories for all types of roof construction.
Roofing Finishes & Accessories
From Eaves Vents to Ridge Gullies, Marley offer an extensive range of Roof Finishes and Accessories for all types of roof construction.
Marley Decking
Marley also supply a wide range of Decking Systems including Anti-Slip premium decking available in assorted sizes for all types of Decking Specifications.
Further Technical information is available to download from the BPi Products Library or from the Manufacturer’s own website
Marley Introduces New Solartile 410
MARLEY INTRODUCES NEW SOLARTILE 410
The call for solar continues to be strong, with more efficient panels being demanded by homeowners, housebuilders and contractors. In response, Marley has launched a new panel option in its SolarTile® range – the SolarTile® 410.
The new panel delivers a peak power of 410W to increase total power from a roof area, while allowing for the installation of fewer solar panels to achieve the desired output. By adding a more powerful 410Wp panel to the SolarTile® range, alongside the existing 335Wp solution, specifiers, housebuilders and contractors can benefit from increased versatility depending on project size and output requirements.
The new Marley SolarTile® 410 offers simple roof integration with a clean, low-profile aesthetic making it a desirable and efficient solution for new build and retrofit projects.
Compatible with Marley’s existing range of concrete and clay tiles, and including special fixings for different batten thicknesses, the 410 panel is accompanied by a complete family of colour-coded flashing kits, for ease of installation. The 410 panel achieves exceptional fire performance, wind resistance and weather tightness, making it an ideal solution for solar roofing projects.
Stuart Nicholson, Roof Systems Director at Marley, comments: “Since launching with 270Wp and 310Wp solar panels in 2021, Marley has continued to focus on pushing for enhanced solar panel efficiency. Alongside the current 335Wp panel, the new SolarTile® 410Wp panel widens specification choice for the market.
“It is further evidence of our continued commitment to delivering an ever-improving, complete renewable package – which now includes battery storage, inverters and EV charging solutions – to support the construction industry in its drive to build more energy efficient properties. Solar panel specification on roofscapes is increasing as regulatory changes look to improve housing stock, provide access to renewable energy and make homes more energy efficient ahead of the 2050 net zero target.
“The new Marley SolarTile® 410 panel allows specifiers, housebuilders, and contractors to incorporate fewer panels to attain a desired power output. It also reduces installation timescales to optimise resource planning and further reduce cost. The Marley SolarTile® range integrates perfectly with our full roof system, meaning specifiers, housebuilders and contractors can also benefit from the reassurance of Marley’s 15-year warranty. Additionally, Marley’s team of experts are also on hand to offer complete technical support for the roof design and panel installation.”
Marley Ltd : What are roof vents and their role in a complete roof system?
What are roof vents and what is their role in a complete roof system?
Roof vents are installed into a roof build-up for several reasons, to allow fresh air to enter, circulate through the structure, and then exit again, preventing moisture and condensation from accumulating within the property.
Moisture and condensation in a building can pose a serious problem. A poorly ventilated building can lead to the development of mould and rot with the potential to cause serious damage to the roof structure, anything stored in the loft space, as well as the building in general. Damp conditions can also have a negative impact on the health of the people occupying the building. Therefore an important consideration when designing a building is ensuring the structure incorporates adequate ventilation.
The issue of moisture control within buildings is covered by BS 5250:2021 - ‘Management of moisture in buildings’. This British Standard states that buildings must be designed so that the structure of the building and the health of the occupants are not affected by moisture. The document provides guidance and advice on how to minimise moisture and harmful condensation within buildings and is a valuable resource. In July 2021, several revisions were made to the document, influenced by changes to modern building design as well as the effects of climate change and the drive towards energy conservation.
How do roof vents support BS 5250?
BS 5250:2021 provides details on ventilation requirements in a roof to ensure adequate air flow throughout the roof structure. The ventilation recommendations vary depending on the design and intended use of the roof space, the pitch of the roof, location of the insulation, the type of ceiling, the use of air/vapour control layer (AVCL) and the type of roof underlay used. It is important to consider the minimum roof ventilation requirements at the initial building design stage. Roof vents are available in a wide range of options and solutions to ensure that roof ventilation can be achieved to meet the minimum recommendations of the standard.
How to ventilate a roof
Roof ventilation typically comprises a combination of continuous eaves (low level) ventilation, using proprietary soffit or over-fascia ventilators and continuous ridge (high level) ventilation, commonly achieved using proprietary ventilated ridge systems. Using this combination, a reliable flow of fresh air is able to enter the roof at the eaves and is exhausted at the ridge, which will help to prevent the build-up within the structure. Ventilation may also be achieved by the inclusion of tile vents and a number of products are available to work with different roof types.
How many vents does my roof need?
The number and frequency of vents installed is determined by the type of vent being used as well as the design of the roof. Most roof vent manufacturers provide technical data for their products which include figures confirming the airflow, area of ventilation per vent and the corresponding spacing of each vent to achieve the equivalent continuous ventilation gaps, to meet the recommendations of BS 5250:2021.
Roof vents and breathable underlay - When using a breathable underlay, do you need to include roof ventilation?
Although some manufacturers of breathable membranes state the product can be used without ventilation, it is considered best practice to ventilate roofs in all situations at eaves (low level) and ridge (high level). In accordance with BS 5250:2021 'Management of moisture in buildings‘, particular consideration should be given to the use of close fitting roof coverings that are not considered to be air open and which do not allow sufficient air movement through the laps and joints. To avoid the risk of trapped moisture in the batten cavity, the design of the roof should incorporate a 50mm ventilated batten cavity above the underlay and below the roof covering.
Marley manufactures a range of roof vents designed to meet your functional and aesthetic requirements, to view the full range, please click here.
When designing a roof, the best approach is to specify a complete roof system which incorporates all the components necessary to ensure compliance with standards. This complete roof system approach ensures certainty of performance and compatibility from the start.
Here at Marley we can supply a complete roof system, enabling architects to specify and design a roof that is both visually appealing and fully meets the requirements of building regulations. Every component within the Marley roof system has been designed and tested to ensure they work together, giving specifiers peace of mind and confidence in the system performance.
To enquire about which roof vents can fit within your own whole roof system, please contact us Email: roofing@marley.co.uk
Phone: 01283 722330
