Key Learning outcomes
- Develop knowledge about the credentials of aluminium
- What to consider when designing eaves systems
- Familiarise specifiers with the application of aluminium composite fascia and soffit
- Learn about the standards and accreditations for aluminium rainwater systems
- Understand the life cost of various materials for eaves systems
Introduction
This article specifically addresses the unique benefits of aluminium eaves solutions.
Aluminium eaves systems offer distinct advantages over more traditional materials, such as ease of installation, superb sustainability credentials and vastly improved life expectancy of 50 years that is virtually maintenance free, making it the ideal material for specification and use in modern construction.
This article explains which specific types of aluminium are most suited for rainwater systems and is supported by information on correct system specification and design, it will also provide updated information on new and forthcoming British Standards, eaves ventilation requirements and life cost analyses.