Installation
Training videos, information packs and knowledge tests for professional and trainee installers of PVC fascias, soffits, gutters and cladding.
Fascia and Soffit Installation Training Film
This film is for fascia installers who wish to understand the basic techniques and methods used to fit new cellular PVC fascias and soffits. Swish regards Safety and Quality as the most important factors in any fascia installation.
Run Time : 12 minutes 53 seconds
Commentary : Includes voiceover
Notes
- Swish recommends that installers follow industry best practice and fully replace existing fascia and soffit boards.
- Swish also recommends the use of a full scaffold system or a properly configured cantilever decking system.
- The installation techniques show in this film represent some of those most commonly used by Swish Approved Installers.
- Some installers use treated timber or sound sections of timber from the existing roofline inorder to create the fascia and soffit hangers shown in the film.
Installation Guides
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Roofline
Design Guide
Cladding
Design Guide
Important
Foiled & Coloured
Cladding Guidelines
Ventilation at the Eaves
Roof voids must be ventilated at the eaves in order to stop warm air condensing on cold surfaces. Condensation encourages rot and mould growth. The air gap dimensions shown are the minimum required for clear continuous air paths at the eaves.
*Duo pitch roofs greater than 200 pitch or greater than 10m span should have additional ventilation at the ridge to assist airflow through the roof void, equivalent to at least a 3 mm wide continuous gap. Additionally, if the span is greater than 10m the overall ventilation area should be increased to at least 0.6% of the total roof area.
**Air paths should not be obstructed. A minimum 50mm free air path should be maintained between the top of the insulation and the underside of the roof decking.
Ventilators
Swish ventilators for roof voids are covered by British Board of Agrément Certificate No.91/2620. When used in accordance with the Certificate, Swish ventilators will satisfy the following statutory requirements.
England and Wales
The Building Regulations 2000 (as amended) (England and Wales):
Requirement C2 (a) (b) (c): Resistance to Moisture
Regulation 7: Materials and workmanship.
Scotland
The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004: (as amended)
Regulation 8: (1) (2) Fitness and durability of materials and workmanship
Regulation 9: Building Standards – Construction; Standard 3.10 – Precipitation and Standard 3.15 - Condensation
Northern Ireland
The Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2000, Regulation B2; (as amended)
Fitness of materials and workmanship, C4: (b) Resistance to ground moisture and weather and C5: Condensation.
Swish ventilators also meet the recommendations BS 5250: 2002 which deals comprehensively with the subject of condensation in dwellings.
Know the Range
These tabs hold a quick overview of the Swish fascia, soffit, gutter and cladding product ranges and the main functions of each range.
A full range of domestic and light commercial Gutter systems that are made from a high proportion of recycled material. This means that there is a significant reduction in CO2 output during manufacture.
Round
A traditional half round gutter suitable for application on terrace houses, semi-detached houses and smaller office and commercial buildings.
Specification – Gutter Laid Level
|
Max. height of water |
48mm |
|
Short length gutter |
2.4m |
|
Flow rate of short gutter |
0.84 l/s |
|
Max. area drained – End outlet |
40 m2 |
|
Max. area drained – Mid outlet |
80 m2 |
|
Down pipe |
Round |
Max. height of water 48mm
Short length gutter 2.4m
Flow rate of short gutter 0.84 l/s
Max. area drained* – End outlet 40 m2
Max. area drained* – Mid outlet 80 m2
Down pipe Round
Square
Classic square system equally suitable for modern or older housing and often used on conservatories. The higher flow rate has the capacity to drain larger roofs.
Specification – Gutter Laid Level
| Max. height of water | 56mm |
| Short length gutter | 2.7m |
| Flow rate of short gutter | 1.2 l/s |
| Max. area drained – End outlet | 56 m2 |
| Max. area drained – Mid outlet | 112 m2 |
| Down pipe | Square/Round |
Max. height of water 48mm
Short length gutter 2.4m
Flow rate of short gutter 0.84 l/s
Max. area drained* – End outlet 40 m2
Max. area drained* – Mid outlet 80 m2
Down pipe Round
Ogee
A modern, high capacity system ideal for larger roofs and where run off is rapid. May be hung on traditional brackets or secretly fixed with top hung brackets when clean lines are important. A choice of corner angles that are positively fixed for added security
Specification – Gutter Laid Level
| Max. height of water | 68mm |
| Short length gutter | 3.4m |
| Flow rate of short gutter | 1.8 l/s |
| Max. area drained – End outlet | 85 m2 |
| Max. area drained – Mid outlet | 170 m2 |
| Down pipe | Round/Square |
Max. height of water 48mm
Short length gutter 2.4m
Flow rate of short gutter 0.84 l/s
Max. area drained* – End outlet 40 m2
Max. area drained* – Mid outlet 80 m2
Down pipe Round
Deep Flow
A high capacity round system for larger houses and accomodation blocks. The higher flow rate is espcially suitable for draining larger roof areas.
Specification – Gutter Laid Level
| Max. height of water | 69mm |
| Short length gutter | 3.4m |
| Flow rate of short gutter | 1.3 l/s |
| Max. area drained – End outlet | 62 m2 |
| Max. area drained – Mid outlet | 124 m2 |
| Down pipe | Round |
Max. height of water 48mm
Short length gutter 2.4m
Flow rate of short gutter 0.84 l/s
Max. area drained* – End outlet 40 m2
Max. area drained* – Mid outlet 80 m2
Down pipe Round
Replacement fascia boards
Swish Jumbo fascia boards and Swish foiled boards do not require a timber backing board. They are fixed directly to the rafter foot and bear the weight of guttering and eaves tiles. BBA Certificate No 91/2620
M-Boss
A range of square fascia profiles embossed with a decorative grained finish. M-Boss provides the perfect combination of low-maintenance, cellular PVC with a traditional timber-like appearance.
16mm Replacement fascia boards
Over-capping boards
Cappit and Ogee Cappit can be fitted over the face of sound existing timber components but are not load bearing in respect of gutters and eaves tiles.
Decorative Bargeboards
Gee Pee Flat Boards
Unventilated 9mm thick soffit boards. Profiles are available with 2 finished edges or one sawn edge. Deeper soffits can be constructed using joint strip C041.
A fluted 300mm unit allows creation of a planking effect.
Polo Ventilated Boards
Boards comply with UK Building Regulations for new build and replacement applications and provides the equivalent of either a 10mm or 25mm air path. Boards are 9mm thick. Deeper soffits can be constructed using joint strips.
Cladding as Soffit
Open V and Tee Gee cladding profiles are often used as soffit boards where enhanced detailing is required across a large area e.g. a porch ceiling or overhang.
Ventilated Cladding
PoloTM ventilated Open V and Tee GeeTM cladding facilitate the creation of deep soffits. Profiles offer the equivalent of a 10mm continuous air path.
Joints & Vent Strips
A range of general purpose vented and unvented trims catering for jointing soffit sections and supporting soffits at wall junctions.
Building regulations require the roof void to be ventilated according to the pitch and shape of the roof covering.
Over Fascia Ventilatiors
Vented Soffit Boards
Vent Strips
Circular Ventilator
A full range of robust cladding profiles in traditional styles, with complementary joints, trims and fixings.
In addition, cellular PVC cladding can significantly improve the thermal performance of buildings, particularly when combined with insulation.
Shiplap
A traditional profile for horizontal installation only. The visible bottom edges are square. Available in 100mm & 150mm (Single Plank) and 300mm (Twin Plank ) coverage.
Open V
A modern design forming a castellated effect with a symmetrical V groove which gives a sharper overall appearance to the joints. May be installed horizontally or vertically. Ideal for use as a soffit board.
Tee Gee
An almost flush finish profile forming a small V groove at the joint. This profile may be installed horizontally or vertically. Ideal for use as a soffit board.
Feather Edge
Mimics the traditional, overlapping feather edge style of cladding, with a rounded bottom edge. For use in horizontal applications only.
Universal Trims
A range of trims for various edge conditions:
A = Universal Channel
B = Universal Channel & Batten Cover
C = Plank Top
D = 2 Part Universal
Angles
E = 60 x 15mm
F = 30 x 15mm
Corners
G = External
H = 2 Part Corner
Starters
I = Universal
J = Wall
K = Drip
L = Drip Trim
Joints
N = 2 Part Joint
O = Centre Joint
P = Joint Cover
Ventilators
30 x 15mm Angle Ventilator
60 x 15mm Angle Ventilator
A range of decorative elements for roofline that allow the designer to create an individual feel to a property while retaining the benefits of a standard system.
The range consists of: Fascias & bargeboards, Apex finishes and Decorative trims. The Swish Technical Services team is able to develop bespoke elements where there is a commercial requirement.
Decorative Bargeboards
These units are essentially decorative and afford a simple but highly effective enhancement to any installation. Where there is no direct line of sight to the back of the spire, either from ground level or from within the dwelling, a flat-backed spire (C475 or C476) will present a rapid and simple decorative cap to the face of the bargeboard at the apex.
A 3D spire (C466) with detailing to all faces allows the unit to be viewed from all angles.
Dentils
The range meets the requirements of most new build and refurbishment applications as each unit is capable of a secret mechanical fix in at least one direction.
A continuous sub-fascia of cellular PVC fixed to the wall under the soffit will greatly enhance the effect.
Corbel & Gallows Brackets
The Corbel has sharply defined sweeping curves which are most effective when installed below a flat top canopy or used in pairs beneath oriel windows.
Swish Gallows Brackets are load bearing and capable of offering structural support to door and window canopies. The surface pattern mimics the traditional appearance of timber with a high level of bevelling detail.
Trims
A full range of decorative trims that can be used on their own, or in combination, to enhance the look of the installation.
- Quadrants
- Angles
- Cloaking Trims
- Decorative Trims
Mahogany
Light Oak
Black
A range of roofline cladding and windowboard products is available in colours. Some are achieved by the application of a durable foil finish others are skinned in a coloured PVC material. The appropriate roofline corners, joints and trims are finished in the same materials, ensuring a uniform finish.
Foiled products have the same low-maintenance properties as their white counterparts, requiring the occasional wipe with a damp, soft cloth and mild detergent as necessary.
Knowledge Tester
The Swish knowledge tester is a multi choice test cover the key points of a roofline installation. To log in simply enter 'guest' in the username and password boxes. Good luck.
Find a Swish Stockist
To find a stockist of Swish fascia, soffit, gutter and cladding profiles that will be able to meet your supply needs please contact us:
Telephone - 01827 317212 or 01827 317235
Email - info@swishbp.co.uk
Fax - 01827 317201
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