Slating and tiling for pitched roofs and vertical cladding – code of practice (+A2:2018)
BS 5534:2014
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Gives good practice examples to be applied to the design, materials, application, installation and performance of slates, tiles, shingles and shakes used in the construction of pitched roofs and vertical cladding applications. It also covers fittings and accessories. Details are given for rain and wind resistance, durability, thermal insulation, condensation, fire resistance, sound, environmental and health and safety issues.
History
Supersedes BS 5534:2014+A1:2015. BS 5534:2014+A1:2015 superseded 5534:2014. Came into effect 31 August 2014. First published as CP 142, September 1942. Second edition, January 1958. Third edition, April 1968. Fourth edition, October 1971. Fifth edition as BS 5534-1, April 1978. Sixth edition as BS 5534-1, September 1997. Seventh edition as BS 5534, June 2003. Eight (present) edition, August 2014. Amendment dated September 2015 - A1. See Foreword. Amendment dated February 2018 - A2. See Foreword.
ISBN
9780580993169
Subjects
- Coverings and surface finishes
- Cladding/covering
- Slate/tile cladding/covering
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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