Roof
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By Amy Reeves Published
Find out what a dual pitched roof is and how it can impact your home design — from costs and structure to final styles

By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Hip roofs are a hugely common sight in the UK. Here, we take a look at what they are, their pros and cons and how they can be converted or extended

By Amy Reeves Published
Find out why metal roofing is becoming more and more popular on contemporary and traditional projects alike with our expert guide

By Natasha Brinsmead Published
A pantile roof is a traditional sight in many parts of the UK — but what are pantiles, how are they laid, what are they made of and are they right for you?

By Amy Reeves Last updated
Find out what gable roofs are, how they differ from other roof types, the pros and cons, and how to make the most of this design feature, with our expert guide

By Natasha Brinsmead Published
There are so many types of roof out there that it can be hard to know which is which and the style that will best suit your home — our guide makes it simple

By Amy Reeves Published
Find out more about hipped roof extensions, including the pros and cons of this roof structure, together with design inspiration

By Lindsey Davis, Sarah Handley Last updated
This step-by-step guide shows how to build a roof including installing underlay and battens and finishing the roof with tiles, verge units and ridge system
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