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Tudor Roof Tile Co Ltd, Britain's foremost independent
handmade roof tile manufacturer, has introduced a new peg
tile specifically designed to complement listed buildings
and heritage properties. |
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from the finest English natural clay, the ‘conservation peg
tile’, has been re-developed with a gentle double camber and
meticulous detailing, ideal for specialised historical
renovation and restoration work. |
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its warm, subtle tones and variation in shape and texture,
the sand faced surface recreates the aged, time weathered
look of the ancient peg tiles of Kent, which have been part
of the English architectural landscape since the 13th
century. |
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Using traditional craftsmanship, this truly authentic range
is hand pressed, moulded and trimmed, and enhanced by
advanced firing techniques that give exceptional performance
and durability. |
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The square peg holes (and also round peg holes) will
accommodate a variety of wooden pegs and the bespoke options
of the tiles will ensure that most restoration projects can
be undertaken. |
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Tudor also offers the inclusion of a single ‘nib’ formed on
the top edge of the tile which allows single tiles to be
placed and hung on the roof battens without the need to
remove surrounding tiles. This is particularly useful where
it is necessary to replace the odd broken tile in an
existing peg tiled roof. |
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The range is available in five mellow tones: medium antique,
dark antique and red and the traditional Sussex colours of
red and brown. |
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“It is vitally important that when our historic buildings
are in need of maintenance or restoration, they can benefit
from high performance, durable clay roof tiles that will
complement the character of the building,” said Paul Lythgoe
managing director of Tudor Roof Tile Co Ltd. |
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“Tudor has successfully recreated the natural look and
texture of the original English peg tile in a way which will
help protect and preserve our national heritage.” |
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All Tudor roof tiles are made in accordance with BS EN ISO
9001:2000 and tested to BS EN 538:1994 for strength and to
BS EN 539-2:1998 for frost resistance. |
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Widely used in National Trust properties, Tudor roof tiles
are specified by English Heritage as well as Conservation
Officers across Great Britain. |
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further information on Tudor Roof Tile Co Ltd. see
www.roofinfo.co.uk/tudor |
