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Universal Slate Vent UNI/SLATE
The Corovent Universal Slate Vent is a discreet and cost-effective vent suitable for the majority of slate roofs.
- Universal slate vent designed to be used with natural slates
- Grille and back box style vent incorporates a round felt sleeve to penetrate felt
- Provides 8000mm 2 of ventilation
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Universal slate vent designed to be used with natural slates
Grille and back box style vent incorporates a round felt sleeve to penetrate felt
Provides 8000mm 2 of ventilation
ideal for
Slate Roofs
Full installation details are available on request from the Technical Department.
Universal Slate Vent Technical Data
| Slate Vent | Ventilation Area | Roof Pitches | Spacing to give continuous ventilation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unislate | 8 000mm2 | Over 20° | 5mm at 1.6m spacing 10mm at 800mm spacing |
Installation: Cowl or Roofline Vents for Slate Roof
Complete roofing to one course below the position for the slate vent. Hold vent in position as centrally as possible between the rafters and mark where the vent spigot touches the underlay. For 500mm x 250mm slates only - cut and remove section of batten. Cut underlay in a cross, fold up and back, nail over battens. Cut slates for next course below vent. Fit slate vent and nail to batten. Cut slates for next course (not for 600mm x 300mm roofline vents).
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