Understand the fundamentals, materials, weights and costs of a fibre cement roofing sheet.
Briarwood Products are the UK's leading fibre cement roofing have been manufactured from cement reinforced with cellulose fibres. This includes a mixture of sand, water, cement and cellulose fibres.
Fibre cement roofing sheets act as an alternative replacement for common metal profile sheets and also act as a viable replacement for all asbestos roofs.
What are the main characteristics of fibre cement roofing sheets?
- Our fibre cement roofing sheets and other fibre cement products do not burn because it is a non combustible building material.
- All of our fibre cement roofing sheets are water resistant which means that they can withstand harsh weather conditions.
- Our fibre cement roofing sheets are UV resistant, resistant to rotting and warping which increases the lifespan due to the long lasting materials used to make them.
- Provides extra strength.
- Simple and easy to install (for both trade, commercial, installers and residential customers).
What makes our EUROSIX range special?
EUROSIX fibre cement roofing sheets are a durable roofing option, providing a long term investment. It has been accredited by the BBA Safety Standards and covered by CE Certification, as well as holding a 30 year manufacturers guarantee and 10 year colour sustainability guarantee.
The full range of EUROSIX profiled sheets are reinforced with polypropylene strips which are fully integrated along every corrugation of the sheet.
What are the advantages of using our fibre cement roofing sheets with Briarwood Products?
- Natural ventilation - Reduces condensation and promotes fresh air within any building.
- 6 inch profile - Suitable for new projects and extensions or maintenance to existing buildings.
- Durability - Maintenance free, resistant to rust, rot and corrosion and covered by a 30 year Manufacturer Guarantee.
- Insulation - Natural thermal properties and sound insulation offering protection against more extreme weather conditions.
What does a fibre cement sheet look like?
| Metric | Imperial | Dry Weight (KG) |
| 1375 | 4’6 | 22.37 |
| 1520 | 5′ | 24.80 |
| 1675 | 5’6 | 27.29 |
| 1825 | 6′ | 29.81 |
| 1975 | 6’6 | 32.58 |
| 2125 | 7′ | 34.70 |
| 2275 | 7’6 | 37.31 |
| 2440 | 8′ | 39.75 |
| 2600 | 8’6 | 42.35 |
| 2740 | 9′ | 44.64 |
| 2900 | 9’6 | 47.27 |
| 3050 | 10′ | 49.70 |
What are the most common uses for fibre cement sheets?
- Livestock building - Promotes animal welfare as well as improving productivity due to its natural vapour permeable properties
- Grain store - Significantly reduces condensation for effective Grain stores. Recommended with the use of mastic sealant.
- Multipurpose buildings - Provides an excellent roofing option for multipurpose buildings offering vapour permeable benefits
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Industrial buildings - EUROSIX provides a long lasting and durable solution when a large span of industrial roofing is required
