Timber Shingles
Generally shingles are made from Cedar, Oak or Chestnut. They can be used vertically or pitched at 19° and above. Shingles are produced from blocks of wood sawn on both faces. Shakes are hand split along the grain, giving a rougher surface finish.
Geographic availability
Worldwide
Origin / Location of manufacturing / Processing plant
Western Red Cedar is Sourced from Canada
Application and typical uses of the product
Shingles and shakes can be used as a roofing andexternal wall cladding material. The material is laid similarly to how natural slate is laid on a roof in courses starting from the lowest point. The shingles are held into place with silicon bronze metal nails.
Breakdown of Product
100% Timber
Thermal conductivity (k) W/m°C or Thermal transmittance (U-value) - W/m2°C (If applicable)
k = 0.14 W/m°C
Is the resource Renewable or Finite?
renewable
Does the material need to be processed further or treated by the user
No – can be MicroPro preservative treated at the Gainsborough factory if requested
Buildability - how complex is installation? What skill level is required?
A very simple product to install but care must be taken when setting out before nailing to make sure laps and courses are in correct position
Supplier Name
Marley Eternit Ltd
Main Contact
Sales Team
Contact Address
Lichfield Rd, Branston, Burton Upon Trent, DE14 3HD
Telephone Number
01283 722588
Email
info@marleyeternit.co.uk
Is this product certified?
CSSB certified (Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau)
Lifespan of materials if maintained correctly (years)
60 years