Kingfisher Building Products is a UK manufacturer of high-performance paints, sealers, sealants, coatings and waterproofing systems, made at its Lakeland factory on Cooper Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria.
Getting your roof ready for winter
A roof is the part of a building that takes the hardest beating once the clocks go back. Autumn leaves block gutters and valleys, long spells of rain soak into porous tiles, and the first hard frosts arrive while that water is still sitting in the surface. When trapped water freezes it expands, and over a few winters that cycle opens hairline cracks, loosens surface material and lets moss take hold. On flat roofs, standing water finds its way into any split or tired seam in felt or asphalt, and a small weakness in October can be a leak by January.
The best time to deal with this is before the weather turns, on a dry, mild day when coatings can be applied and left to cure. Start with an inspection from a safe position, or use a professional if access is difficult. On pitched roofs, look for moss and lichen, tiles that have gone sandy or chalky, and fine cracks. On flat roofs, look for blisters, splits, open joints around upstands and areas where water ponds after rain. Clear gutters, outlets and valleys so water can run away freely.
Preparation matters as much as the product. Moss and loose material should be removed and surfaces cleaned and allowed to dry, following the instructions on the product page. Kingfisher describes its roof coatings as forming a waterproof barrier that resists UV exposure, frost damage and moss regrowth while keeping the roof's vapour permeability, so moisture can still escape rather than being sealed in. Its Kolourseal range is applied in two coats, and Kingfisher notes it can be brushed or sprayed, with airless spray giving even coverage on larger roofs.
Older garages and industrial buildings often have corrugated asbestos cement sheets. These need a dedicated approach, and Kingfisher makes a specific coating designed to waterproof and encapsulate fibres on the surface of those sheets. Always follow current safety guidance before working on asbestos cement.
For flat roofs, a brush-on liquid repair compound lets you seal leaks, cracks and splits in felt and asphalt before winter rain arrives, without stripping the whole roof. If you are not sure which product suits your roof, Kingfisher's technical team can advise on the right system and preparation.
Kingfisher roof coating products
- Roof Coatings range: Kingfisher's roof coating systems for concrete and asbestos cement tiles, forming a durable waterproof barrier that resists UV exposure, frost damage and moss regrowth while staying vapour permeable. Suitable for pitched roofs on domestic and commercial properties.
- Roof Tile Coatings: home of Kolourseal Flexible Roof Coating, described as a breathable, high-integrity roof tile sealant and colourant, easy to apply by brush or spray, combining pure acrylic polymers with UV-stable pigments.
- Asbestos Roof Coatings & Repair: Kingfisher Asbestos Roof Coating provides water proofing, fibre encapsulation and a refreshed finish on asbestos cement roofs, including corrugated sheets on industrial buildings and older garages. Brush or airless spray application, with a garage roof kit also listed.
- Fibre Reinforced Repair Compound (Flat Roof): Fibreseal liquid roof repair compound seals leaks, cracks and splits on flat roofs, felt and asphalt. Brush-on, flexible and waterproof, available in grey.
- Roof Paints: the roof paints section of Kingfisher's UK-made paint and coatings range, formulated for British conditions.
Kingfisher Building Products: key facts
- Company: Kingfisher Building Products Limited (company number SC249720)
- Address: Cooper Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 9RA
- Phone: 01229 869100
- Email: office@kingfisheruk.com
- Website: https://www.kingfisheruk.com/
- Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30–17:00, Friday 08:30–16:30
Official profiles
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kingfisherbuildingproducts
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI5hGV6eOv4MQVf7v2X93Bw
Frequently asked questions
When should I coat my roof before winter? On a dry, mild day in autumn, after cleaning and once the surface is dry, so the coating can cure before frost and heavy rain. Check the product page for application conditions.
Will a roof coating stop my roof from breathing? Kingfisher describes its roof coatings as protecting against water while keeping the roof's vapour permeability.
Which tiles can Kolourseal be used on? Kingfisher's roof coating range is described for concrete and asbestos cement tiles on pitched roofs.
How do I fix a leaking flat roof before winter? Kingfisher's Fibreseal liquid repair compound is brushed on to seal leaks, cracks and splits on flat roofs, felt and asphalt.
Where can I get advice on the right product? Call Kingfisher on 01229 869100 or email office@kingfisheruk.com. For Christmas delivery dates, check the site.
Brand profile
Download the Kingfisher Building Products brand profile (PDF): https://www.datocms-assets.com/235583/1791887127-kingfisher-uk.pdf
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