To support this new website RKD have transposed some of our blog and news articles from our previous website.

We will be focusing ongoing to provide new and interesting insights to our company, products, offers, tips, and general market feedback to update our web users and be integrating these with our social platforms.

Rubber Roofing

The Benefits of Rubber Roofing in the UK: A Durable and Sustainable Choice

When it comes to roofing materials, rubber is increasingly gaining popularity in the UK. Rubber roofing offers a range of advantages that make it an attractive choice for both residential and commercial properties. From its exceptional durability to its eco-friendly nature, rubber roofing provides numerous benefits that make it a top contender in the roofing […]

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The UK’s First Sustainable GRP Flat Roofing System.

RKD is fully aware of the Eco challenge the construction industry faces in becoming Net Carbon Zero by 2050.
In support of this goal we present a new more sustainable fibreglass option.

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Blog

4 Easy Winter Roof Maintenance Tips

It’s that time of year again, it rolls around quickly!

Your home will be one of the biggest investments of your lifetime so we have some top tips to help maintain your home

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Blog

An easy fibreglass flat roof repair.

Firstly you will need to cut the Fibreglass matting to the size of repair needed. We recommend you cut 50mm outside of the area that needs reinforcing, allowing overlap to the roof on each side of the matting. Lay the cut matt central on top of the area that needs repairing and mark 20mm over […]

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Are flat roofs bad? – Flat Roof

What is a flat roof? A flat roof is a roof which is almost level in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs. The slope of a roof is properly known as its pitch and flat roofs have up to approximately 10°. Flat roofs are an ancient form mostly used in arid climates and allow the roof space to be used […]

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Which flat roof system is best?

The flat roof is a great choice for many buildings for example an extension, garage or outhouse. The goal of this article is to help you understand the different types of flat roof systems

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Blog

How much will a new flat roof cost?

As a one-stop shop for all things flat roofing. Whether you are a tradesman or a DIYer, we’ve got everything you need to get your flat roof project off the ground and into the clouds.

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What is an outbuilding?

An outbuilding is a building that has been constructed in the garden of a property. They are most often used as storage buildings or garages, but they can also be used for other purposes such as offices, man caves, living spaces and much more. 

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EPDM Rubber Roof Install Text Only

The RKD selection of ClassicBond Kits and membranes offer a fully-adhered system that will adhere to wood, wood fibreboard and lightweight concrete.
DO NOT apply to polystyrene insulation.

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Can a Flat Roof be Repaired?

Many residential, commercial, or industrial buildings have flat roofs installed. For instance, construction companies often install EPDM roofing (cost-effective and resilient) and GRP roofing (lightweight and long-lasting).

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What is GRP Roofing?

GRP stands for Glass Reinforced Plastic, which can also be referred to as Fibreglass, Composite Plastic and FRP (Fibreglass-Reinforced Polymer)
GRP is a lightweight yet strong building material that resists corrosion and is extremely versatile.

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Fibreglass Roofing

Common Flat Roofing Mistakes

At RKD we believe we are truly on hand every step on the way when installing our products, this is evident when looking at our customer’s roofs. Although we supply full and comprehensive installation guides, we will always advise our customers…

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