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Universal In-line® slate and tile ventilators

In addition to its range of dedicated In-line® profiles Glidevale can now offer a compact range of 4 key ventilators that will cover the majority of your roof space ventilation requirements. The result is a simplified stock offering, ideal for both roofing and builders merchants.

Glidevale Universal In-line® slate and tile ventilators have been designed to provide an aesthetic and unobtrusive solution to roof space ventilation. They can be used at low or high level where the roof construction does not allow eaves or ridge ventilators to be used, or where complex roof shapes do not allow effective cross ventilation.

Glidevale Protect has created two handy visual technical guides to help you choose the correct ventilation strategy for your projects:

Roof Covering ‘Impermeable’ – Download

Roof Covering ‘Permeable’ – Download

Features & Benefits

  • Universal GV11 Soaker Slate ventilator will work with the majority of natural and man-made double lap slates.
  • Universal Flat Interlocking Tile ventilator will work with most flat interlocking tiles.
  • Universal Plain Tile ventilator will work with most double lap plain tiles, both clay and concrete.
  • Universal Interlocking Plain Tile ventilator will work with the major interlocking plain tiles.

Downloads

NBS Specifications

Our products are listed on NBS Source with verified specification details, making it easy for architects and specifiers to add them to their projects. Browse key technical info and application guidance directly from our NBS listings.

BIMstore

Our BIM objects are available on BIMstore, ready to view and download for free. Designed with specifiers in mind, they include key data to support efficient project planning. Browse and download directly from our BIMstore listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of rafter ventilators are available to vent an open eaves?

This depends on what amount of ventilation you require. Our RV625F supplies 25,000mm²/m whereas our RV601F gives 10,000mm²/m.  Our friendly technical advisors can advise the ideal product for your needs.

Are they easy to cut down if they are too wide for the rafters?

Yes, they are made from PVC and can easily be cut with a pair of scissors or Stanley knife.

Where can I purchase Glidevale rafter ventilators?

Either order from your local builders’ merchant or online on the BPD Store.

 Why do I need a fly screen type?

With the ventilator being fitted to an open eaves the fly screen will prevent nesting insects entering the airspace within the loft.

How easy are the ventilators to fit?

The fitting of rafter ventilators is very simple. However, when retrofitting them, there is an element of roofing and brick pointing in order to refit the bottom rows of tiles or slates. For more information, see our handy guide below. Always refer to the supplied fixing instructions when fitting.

Will they fit my roof?

They are available in 400mm, 450mm and 600mm widths and can easily be cut where needed to suit differing rafter centres.

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