Lead alternative flashing is cheaper than traditional lead and has the other benefit of not having any re-sale value once its lifespan is up. That means that with a few choice signs, would-be thieves are deterred from your roof as they can’t sell on the alternative flashing. Signs are necessary though as in anthracite or grey colours, alternative lead flashing looks just like the real thing! We've put together a guide to everything you need to know about alternatives to lead flashing for you to use which you can see by clicking the read more button below.

When installing lead flashing you need specialist tools and a selection of treatments such as patination oil. However, when you’re installing lead alternative flashing you just need a sharp knife or scissors and either sealant/glue or just the roll. Some lead alternative flashing is self-adhesive so you just peel off the paperback and stick it down. Lead alternative flashing can also be found with metal gridwork sandwiched between layers to provide strength and rigidity without needing special treatment or additional products. This is often an aluminium mesh structure. It means the lead alternative is malleable but easily forms to corners and ridges without much negotiation.