A Guide To Roof Felt

Which Kind of Roof Felt Do I Need For My Roofing Supplies?

Assessing which kind of felt you need is essential for effective installation and prolonging the longevity of your roof.

Organic Felt 

Organic roof felt is made from natural materials such as wood fibre or jute and is usually cheaper than inorganic felt. 

Inorganic Felt

Inorganic roof felt is made from synthetic materials such as fibreglass or polyester and is more durable and expensive when compared to organic felt.

Breathable Roofing Felt

Breathable roofing felt is a thin and lightweight material that allows water vapour to pass through it. The moisture naturally rises and ‘pushes’ through the membrane since breathable roof felt is a translucent, light material.

Thicker breathable roofing felt has increased permeability and will allow moist air to flow through it more easily, resulting in better circulation and less condensation.

View our range of Breathable roofing felt here

Choosing The Right Roofing Felt

When choosing a new roofing felt, you should consider the climate where you live, as well as the type of roof you have or are looking to add to your building, whether it be commercial buildings, a shed roof or a residential property. 

For example, if you live in an area with a lot of rainfall, it is important to select felt roofing sheets that can withstand high levels of moisture to a reliable standard. When used in conjunction with other roofing materials, felt can go a long way to helping with waterproofing your roof.

 You may also want to consider factors such as:

• What thickness and size roofing sheets are needed?
• Will you require additional help to lay the roofing sheets?
• What guarantee or warranty comes with the roofing material?
• What roofing tools are required?
• What is the roofing felt made from?
• Do you require breathable or non-breathable?
• Do you have the correct felt adhesive for the roofing sheets?

Contact Us

Whether you are looking for flat roofing supplies, felt underlay, shed felt and or roofing sheets, Tradestore Online has everything you need.

Contact our customer service team for help and support with small projects, or to understand the many benefits of each of our roofing materials.