Mind Mental Health Charity, Newham with Sealoflex

Once intrusive works began it was clear that the specification would have to be adjusted. The original roof was tapered-to-falls using a trowel-applied compound, so a bespoke system using tapered-to-falls insulation had to be designed. The original outlets were too small to accommodate the amount of rainwater that a roof of this size, 60m2, could have to drain so the flow was attenuated by creating a border of pea shingle.

The charity had retro-fitted a large ornamental steel fence that also acted as a safety barrier but had drilled through the roof to do so, which had led to water penetration. TFG metal workers had to take down the fence, adjust it to fit the new roofing levels and equip it with additional supports that did not compromise the roof.

Once work started the charity also asked for the large bike shed to be removed, adding a further 20m2 to the roof area to be replaced. The shed was also on a two-tonne concrete pad that had to be broken up and removed.

The charity now has a usable, flagged roof that provides a further amenity for its clients and is guaranteed for 20 years, though the TFG team believed that it has gone beyond the specification to ensure that it will last far longer.

The project cost the charity very little, which was aided by BMI Icopal donating the materials used within the project. The new roof has meant that Mind can continue their amazing work in providing advice and support to empower people experiencing a mental health problem.