Social housing providers, Bolton at Home is responsible for the management of the areas’ 18,200 council properties. The company needed an insulation product to help it overcome some common installation hurdles during the refurbishment of privately owned
terrace properties as part of its social housing upgrade.
What was specified? TLX Gold, a two-in-one breathable multi-foil and roofing membrane ensured that a reroof eliminated condensation risk and helped manage the issue of maintaining the roofline of the terraced houses. The product was installed externally which meant contractors didn’t need access to the loft space ensuring fewer disturbances to residents and the interior decor of the loft.
TLX Gold, which has achieved LABC Registered Systems Status, also helps manage issues arising from raising the roof line of a property – allowing the roof line to be maintained. Garry McGreavy, building surveyor for Bolton at Home said: “We hadn’t used TLX Gold before although we were aware of other products in the range. We had no problems with the installation – it was quick to install and as a combined insulation and roofing membrane helps to keep costs down on a project. It was readily accepted by Building Control who are keen to use multi-foil insulation in roof refurbishments containing attic bedrooms.”
Information Updated on: 20 October 2011
