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Fascias

When putting up or replacing new fascias, one option is to fit PVC. Usually available in White, Mahogany, Light Oak, Blackash and Rosewood, PVC fascias will save maintenance and looks great - there will be no need for repainting every other year, just wiping down with a damp cloth should bring it back to it original finish. All Fascias supplied by National Plastics have a 10 Year guarantee against fading and warping due to weather in our current climate.

When replacing wooden fascias, it is recommended that the old fascias are all removed. Some 'professionals' will clad over existing wood but this risks trapping moisture which could cause serious rot in the structure although if fitted correctly and all rotted timber is removed capping over existing wooden fascias can be done. Read More

Soffits

When putting up new soffits or replacing them, the best option is to fit our PVC soffits. Our PVC soffits material will save maintenance and looks great - there will be no need for repainting every other year, just wiping them down with a damp cloth should bring them back to their original glory.

When replacing wooden soffits, it is recommended that the old soffits are all removed. Some 'professionals' will clad over existing wood but this risks trapping moisture which could cause serious rot in the structure.

Current building regulations require ventilation in the soffits for new buildings (equivalent to a one inch gap along the whole perimeter), although not absolutely necessary, when fitting replacement soffits, it is worth considering fitting ventilated soffits to improve ventilation of the roof void. Read More

gutters | downpipes from national plastics

Guttering and Downpipes

FloPlast Rainwater Systems offer a wide choice of profile design, both traditional and modern, in a range of colours to suit all tastes and applications.

Gutters are an important part of your home thats why having the correct gutters installed is very important. We stock a large range of gutters from mini gutters to large comercial gutters all in quality PVC. Our gutters come in various colours and designs to suit everyones needs.

All available in stock and ready for fast delivery to your door or to collect from one of our stores. Read More

Other Products

Not only do National Plastics supply Fascias and Soffits , Gutters and Downpipes we supply a range of products for the indoors and for the Garden. Our range of products include Interior Cladding, Interior Doors, Garden Pavilions, Fencing, Decking, Workwear, Tools, EPDM Rubber Roofing, Water Harvesting and much much more.

National Plastics are always looking at improving their product range so if there is a product that is not available then why not let us know here

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National Plastics

National Plastics are UK stockists of quality pvc building plastics. We supply pvc products to the Trade and DIY and not only do they have an online shop facility they have 26 depots throughout the UK supplying pVC Building plastics from Top suppliers like Freefoam, Celuform, Swish, Kestral, Floplast, Everbuild, Modplan Windows, Speedfit, Veka, Consortious, manthorpe, Klober, Plaslyn, Go-Green and many more.

Our range of products is both extensive and competitively priced and is continually updated. with branches and distribution centres country wide our delivery service is local or national as required. Our product range can be viewed at http://www.nationalplastics.co.uk/?a=4D9A86AE-49A1-4506-9548-3D366C5AF52F/

At National Plastics we know that having the right stock, at the right time is vitally important to the smooth running of your business. We always have 99% of our stock in-store at any time, so we can help you keep your promise to your customers. Our fully trained staff are on hand to help you decide the most appropriate materials for your job.

Building partnerships is important to us so once you are a customer of ours, we want to keep you!

Gutters Suppliers

No one likes having to spend time and money making repairs to their homes – inside or outside. There are ways how ever of reducing both the time and money spent on diy. Replacing your external Gutters is one such way. Most of the Gutters and external pipes on older houses are cast iron, which needs a lot of caring for – painting etc. Why not get in touch with one of the best plastic Gutters suppliers on the market. They can help you choose a high quality plastic replacement for your old pipes, offering you advice on how much to buy, what pieces you need etc. There is a range of different colours and styles available at your plastic Gutters suppliers – you can even have cast iron effect if you want to keep it as close to the original as possible! They also have a brilliant on line guide that will help you remove your old Gutters and fit the new plastic replacements. So if you want to spruce up the front of your house why not try plastic Gutters suppliers.

National Plastics Stock Floplast Rainwater Systems

Floplast Introduction

FloPlast Limited was founded in 1991, and from its inception has established itself as a manufacturer of high quality plastic building products for the construction industry, in particular domestic, new build and refurbishment projects. FloPlast offer a comprehensive choice of systems and products, in a range of sizes and colours, to suit all tastes and applications. The FloPlast reputation for technical excellence, quality and competitively priced products has established the company as a leading supplier of rainwater systems. FloPlast has in place a continuous programme of product development to both update and renew its existing systems and to produce new innovative products in a cost efficient manner. This provides customers with an ever increasing range of quality products and systems which combined with a competitive pricing structure gives them a leading edge in the marketplace. FloPlast has introduced a substantial number of new product ranges and additions to existing ranges in recent years. This policy of continually adding new products to our range is ongoing and is epitomised by the recent launch of a new Underground 300mm Mini Access Chamber, which has brought unrivalled flexibility to the underground drainage market (see News Page).

Specifications and Standards

FloPlast Building Products are widely used by major housebuilders and are specified both locally and nationally to provide the building industry with innovative and cost effective solutions for domestic, new build and refurbishment projects. FloPlast extrusions are manufactured within a quality management system which has been assessed and registered by the British Standards Institution as meeting the requirements of BS EN ISO 9002:1994 (Cert No. Q09318).

FloPlast Rainwater Systems offer a wide choice of profile design, both traditional and modern, in a range of colours to suit all tastes and applications.FloPlast 112/68mm Half Round Rainwater System is manufactured to BS4576 specification. All other systems comply with the material requirements of this Standard and are subject to a similar manufacturing and quality control regime as the Half Round System.

FloPlast Pipes and Gutters are manufactured within a quality management system which has been assessed and registered by the British Standards Institution as meeting the requirements of BS EN ISO 9002:1994(certificate no. Q09318).

Commonly asked Questions about installing Gutters

Where and how far apart should Downpipe Clips be?

Downpipe clips should be placed below the sockets of offset bends, joints, branches and shoes, and at intermediate spacing of 1.8 mtrs.

Do I need to allow for expansion on Offsets?

It is not necessary to make any allowance for expansion between offset bends.

What can I do to stop my gutters blocking up with leaves?

Fit the FloPlast Gutter Guard System. My downpipe is too close to the wall to use a running outlet? FloPlast manufacture a stopend outlet as part of their Square Line rainwater range.

How do I fit my downpipe into Underground Drainage?

Please refer to our section on downpipe adaptors.

What brackets do I use when installing gutter directly to the rafters?

The standard gutter bracket, bolts to the galvanised Top, Side and Rise and Fall Rafter Brackets.

How do I connect to a neighbour’s different gutter?

FloPlast have a range of adaptors for most applications, please refer to our section on Rainwater Adaptors.

fascias Boards suppliers

fascias boards are an important part of your home, if you are changing fascias and your home you need to ensure you have the correct fascias for your project. At National Plastics they can provide you with the correct fascias and give you professional advice to help you complete your Installation of fascias boards. National Plastics not only stock top quality fascias they have a large product range of plastic building materials including PVC Soffits, Gutters and much much more.

fascias Boards are a trim that fits to your home and is more commonly used in PVC when doing home improvements or new build projects. PVC fascias is a hardwearing plastic building material that out lasts old timber fascias. PVC fascias comes in various colours, sizes, designs and thickness. When using he correct fascias on your home this product will enhance the overall look of your home and what's more adds value. Facia will protect your home by protecting extreme weather conditions penetrating the walls of the building and causing damp, they also support the tiles on your roof.

fascias boards are fitted to the end of the rafters just below the tiles of your home allowing for PVC Gutters to be attached. some homes have soffits which are on the under side of you fascias, some are vented to allow air circulation and prevents damp and rotting of the timber joists and damp penetrating the walls of your home. Gutters and drainpipe are attaches to the fascias boards to make a channel for the rainwater to run off your roof. Rainwater will run off the roof into a channel called Gutters and then run down a drainpipe into a drain or soakaway. Many homes are now taking advantage of water butts. If you notice that your old timber fasciass are rotting away they should be repaired or replaced as soon as possible to prevent damage to the rafters and other roofing materials of the roof. it is common practice to replace the entire length of fascias although you can cut the rotted part away and replace with new.

Nordic Garden Pavilions

Introduction

Nordic have built a range of very high quality garden buildings designed to meet your everyday needs and much more, they truly are a year round solution. WithNordic Garden Pavilion you really can appreciate that outside space every day of the year, and in every kind of weather. Nordic Garden Pavilion offer a sensible extension to your living space without the complications of planning or building regulations, and can usually be completedin less than a day.

Nordic Garden Pavilions add certain amount of charm to your garden - a focal point in a formal garden setting - whilst offering shelter from the hot summers sun, a perfect place to relax and refresh or intermate alfresco dinning.

EPDM Roofing

Epdm has been around a long time. It has been used extensively covering flat roofs in the USA and Europe for more than 40 years. Thus it has a proven track record. All the life expectancy claims are based on actual use in extreme conditions from arctic Alaska to sweltering Dubai. it has been laid in sizes from 20,000 sq ft to a 4 ft sq chicken coop such is EPDM'S versatility

With it's extreme flexibility and durability EPDM is the ideal covering for all kinds of roofs not just flat roofs or small roofs but pitched and extremely large roofs. Because of its ease of laying it is also suitable for gutters, valleys, dormer roofs, outbuildings, damp-proofing and even lining large resouvoirs. Because EPDM is such a versatile long lasting material it is used in the motor trade, window trade and engineering trade, in fact anywhere a gasket or other watertight seal is needed you may be sure of finding some variety of EPDM

Some Questions Commonly asked

One Piece EPDM Questions

Can EPDM sheets be joined ?

Obviously there is a limit to the size any "One Piece" sheet can be. Apart from the size considerations there is also the weight issue. There are ocassions when the roof shape makes it impossible to use one piece. Fortunately the joining system is a very simple but effective solution. Typically a jointing tape is used to provide a strong watertight seal. Over time it becomes as strong as the membrane itself. Contact adhesive or Decking adhesive CANNOT be used to form a watertight join in EPDM

Is this something I can do as a Diy epdm installer?

Laying "One Piece" EPDM is fairly straightforward to do. As long as you can use basic hand tools you should have no problems. Tools required are Paint rollers, disposable paintbrushes, scissors, disposable gloves and a stiff broom. EPDM in large sheets and can become quite heavy. A 6m x 3m (20' x 10')sheet will weigh approx. 25Kg. Once laid out though it can be pulled round into place fairly easily

Can EPDM be laid over existing roof covering ?

In thoery EPDM membrane can be laid over existing fibreglass, fibrous cement boards, felt, bitumen and steel roof cladding. However in practice it is not always a good idea, requiring the use of specialist adhesives and or mechanical fixing. If unsure Please Contact Us

Is the EPDM membrane guaranteed ?

Although the expected lifespan of EPDM membrane is in excess of 40 years the actual material guarantee is for 10 years only.

Do I need any special tools ?

No special tools are required. Basic hand tools like scissors, paint rollers and disposable paintbrushes are all that is required.

Can I walk on the EPDM ?

The EPDM sheet supplied can be walked on both during and after installation.However common sense needs to be applied. EPDM is designed to take LIGHT foot trafic for ocassional cleaning or maintenance. Avoid studded boots and shoes. If ladders are going to be used place something under to avoid damage to the roof membrane.

What colours are available in EPDM?

The most common colour available is Black. EPDM is available in white but only in limited quantities from limited sources. National Roofing do not currently stock white EPDM

What size sheet do I need ?

On a normal extension etc it is advisable to measure the roof area and ADD 300mm to length and width i.e. Roof size 4m x 2m sheet size = 4.3m x 2.3m Where a flat roof runs into a tiled / slate roof it is advisable to ADD 400mm i.e. Flat roof area 4m x 2m with 4m edge abutting tiled roof. Sheet required 4.4m x 2.3m.

Self Adhesive EPDM Questions

Can I walk on this EPDM ?

This material is thicker than the "One Piece" EPDM and is suitable for medium foot traffic. It has a textured non slip surface.

Do I need Special tools ?

This material requires: A heat gun with flat nozzle, silicon / rubber roller for the seams. Penny roller would be useful for detail work, a reasonable pair of scissors and a small craft knife for cutting of the backing paper. Rollers and bruhes for the primer. National Plastics sell a range of heat guns to suit all budgets. All come complete with required nozzles.

How do I join the self Adhesive EPDM ?

The Self adhesive EPDM is joined and sealed by using a Hot air gun with a flat nozzle to heat weld any joints. This operation also forms the watertight seal for each strip.

How thick is the EPDM ?

The Self Adhesive EPDM is 2.5mm thick and is designed to take medium foot traffic.

Can EPDM be used to cover my old roof ?

EPDM can be laid over various roof coverings, the most common being either Orientated Strand Board (OSB or Sterling board) or Plywood. Either is suitable. OSB comes with one side treated to make it water repellant and this face should be laid down with untreated side face up. EPDM can be laid over most roof coverings i.e. old felt, concrete, fibreglass buit if laying EPDM over anything other than timber then please ring for advice, it can be done but requires different adhesives.

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