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Suitable for roof pitches over 20°. Lower pitches would need extended overlaps fitted with insect mesh, ‘hole punched’ front plate can be done if wanted.

Suitable for roof pitches over 20°. Lower pitches would need extended overlaps fitted with insect mesh, ‘hole punched’ front plate can be done if wanted.

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What is the advantage of a louvre-face airbrick over a square-grid pattern?

What is the advantage of a louvre-face airbrick over a square-grid pattern?

The louvre face provides directional airflow and offers some resistance to driven rain entering the subfloor void, making it a practical choice for exposed elevations or properties in areas with significant prevailing wind and rainfall. The square-grid (school board) pattern offers a larger open ventilation area but less weather protection.

Is a cast iron hopper head suitable for use on a listed building?

Is a cast iron hopper head suitable for use on a listed building?

Yes. Cast iron rainwater goods are widely accepted by conservation officers and historic environment bodies as the appropriate material for listed buildings. Tuscan Foundry's hopper heads are manufactured in solid cast iron to BS 460 specification and are suitable for all listed building grades. A linseed oil paint finish is also available, which is particularly appropriate for conservation projects.

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

How do I get a price for a cast iron hopper head?

Select your required size and finish options from the product page and add to cart for an instant price. For project quantities, bespoke requirements, or any specification queries, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form at tuscanfoundry.com.

What pipe connection sizes do your cast iron hopper heads accept?

What pipe connection sizes do your cast iron hopper heads accept?

Our cast iron hopper heads are available with 65mm, 75mm and 100mm round outlets, 75mm, 100mm and 125mm square outlets, and 100x75mm, 125x100mm and 150x125mm rectangular outlets, to match the downpipe already on site or specified for the project.

What sizes are your cast iron airbricks available in?

What sizes are your cast iron airbricks available in?

Our cast iron airbricks are available in three standard sizes: 225mm × 75mm (single course), 225mm × 150mm (double course), and 225mm × 225mm (square format). These correspond to the standard airbrick positions used in Victorian and Edwardian brickwork. Each size is available across the School Board, Louvre, and Ornamental pattern ranges.

What is the difference between polished chrome and satin chrome rooflight openers?

What is the difference between polished chrome and satin chrome rooflight openers?

Polished chrome has a bright mirror finish, while satin chrome has a brushed, low-sheen appearance. Both are available in the telescopic hand winder range. The finish choice typically depends on the ironmongery specification for the project.

What is the lead time for bespoke cast iron guttering?

What is the lead time for bespoke cast iron guttering?

Bespoke and copy cast iron rainwater goods typically have a lead time of 12 to 14 weeks from order confirmation. This covers pattern-making, casting, finishing, and quality inspection. Stock items are typically despatched within 5 to 7 working days, and non-stock standard profiles within 7 to 10 working days. We always recommend confirming lead times at enquiry stage so your project programme is not affected.

What building types is the H543 cast iron hopper head suited to?

What building types is the H543 cast iron hopper head suited to?

The H543 measures 504mm wide x 185mm deep x 200mm high, making it well suited to wide, shallow proportions that suit box-gutter outlets on period roofs, terraces and commercial premises.

How do I get a price for a hit and miss vent?

How do I get a price for a hit and miss vent?

Prices are shown on each product page. For project quantities, conservation specifications, or to discuss suitability for a listed building, call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.

What is the Brass Rooflight Pole Winder Opener 300mm used for?

What is the Brass Rooflight Pole Winder Opener 300mm used for?

The Brass Rooflight Pole Winder Opener 300mm is a screw-jack operated rooflight opener designed for manual control of timber-framed skylights and Lumen Rooflights. The 300mm fixed arm is suited to standard rooflight positions and is finished in polished brass.

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