{"id":11684,"date":"2023-03-10T10:28:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T09:28:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flexim.eu\/frequently-asked-questions\/"},"modified":"2023-06-07T11:57:33","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T09:57:33","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/flexim.eu\/es\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow do I process Flexim?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

Flexim is supplied in a large package (10 strips) and a small package (5 strips). It is recommended that you cut open the required strips and remove them from the packaging before going onto the roof. Below is a step-by-step description.<\/p>\n

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  1. Remove the lid from the packaging and place it upside down next to the bottom.<\/li>\n
  2. Cut the number of strips you need with a cutting knif<\/li>\n
  3. Take the Flexim strips out of the plastic packaging and place the strips in the lid. Use 1 latex glove.<\/li>\n
  4. Place the bottom over the lid again and take the Flexim product in the box packaging up to the roof.<\/li>\n
  5. Put on 2 latex gloves and then firmly press the unwrapped Flexim strips onto the top row of roof tiles. Repeat this until all Flexim strips have been placed on the roof tiles.<\/li>\n
  6. Remove the gloves and press the cam frost firmly into the Flexim with bare, clean hands. Make sure that the ridge frost is not pressed down to the rider beam, but ‘floats’ at least 1 centimeter above the rider beam. If you do not have a rider beam, make sure there is sufficient space between the ridge and the top row of roof tiles.<\/li>\n
  7. Put on 1 latex glove and cut off the excess Flexim using a spatula or knife.<\/li>\n
  8. Smooth the Flexim until you get an even finish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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    Flexim is a flexible paste that can absorb the effect of the roof well. A roof is always moving. The entire roof construction will have to deal with this, including the monarchs.<\/p>\n

    It is very important that the kings are not pressed tightly on the rider’s beam, but ‘float’ above the rider’s beam. Even when mechanically anchoring by means of a stainless steel screw, the frost must be at least 1 centimeter above the rider beam. As a result, the movement can be optimally absorbed by the Flexim product.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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    In closed packaging, without damage \u2013 2 years.<\/p>\n

    However, if a strip has already been cut open, it must be processed within 1 day.<\/p>\n

    If I use Flexim to secure the frosts, do I no longer need to screw them down?<\/p>\n

    It is important to ensure that the roof tiles and ridges are properly anchored on the roof. This means that the kings must be fitted with a stainless steel screw and must be secured to the rider beam. Please note that the kings are not fixed tightly on the rider beam, but floating! Keep at least 1 centimeter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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    A rider beam is a wooden beam on top of the ridge purlin or rafter of a roof for the attachment of the ridge caps. To determine whether a rider beam must be installed before working with Flexim roof mortar, it must first be determined for which application you will use Flexim.<\/p>\n

    There are 2 types of applications for Flexim.<\/p>\n

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    1. Roof repair: Flexim is used as a repair product to improve the connection between the ridge and roof tile and to prevent (possible) leakage on and around the tiled roof. If you are going to use Flexim as a repair product, it is not necessary to install a rider beam and then mechanically fix the ridge frost on it.<\/li>\n
    2. Roof renovation or new construction: If you use Flexim for renovation or new construction, we recommend that you install a rider beam, if this is not present. The ridge ridges can then be mechanically attached to the rider beam and are, as it were, additionally \u201csecured\u201d on the roof. Note that the ridge frost is always secured to the rider beam with a stainless steel screw with a plastic washer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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      5 latex gloves are supplied with each box of Flexim roof mortar. It is important to use the gloves because Flexim is a paste product that must stick between the frost and the roof tile. Gloves keep your hands clean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      Flexim is ideal for supporting sawn tiles in the valley gutter to prevent subsidence. Closing the valley gutter has the advantage that driving rain or snow cannot get under the tiles and no leakage problems can arise. We recommend that you inspect this application once a year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMy lead has sunk and cracked, how can I fix this?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

      A lead flashing is a strip of lead and is used for a watertight connection between parts of a building, e.g. near a chimney or a roof window.<\/p>\n

      With Flexim, sagging lead can be easily repaired. Lift the lead and spread a small layer of Flexim under the lead. Then push the lead back into position and tap the lead firmly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow many metre(s) can I do with a box of Flexim?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

      Flexim has developed a consumption advice tool to determine, approximately, how many products (boxes) are needed to perform a certain application. The consumption per Flexim box of 10 strips strongly depends on the application (ridge, corner rafter, valley gutter or skylight) & the type of roof tile and type of frost used. As standard, it can be assumed that with 1 Flexim box of 10 strips, approx. 3 to 5 running meters of frost can be secured on both sides!<\/p>\n

      Type of roof tile and type of frost
      <\/strong> The so-called ‘well’ in the tile, or in other words a hollow or deep roof tile requires more material to ensure sufficient adhesion between the roof tile and the ridge frost. In addition, a round frost can mean that a little more Flexim has to be used than with a flat frost.<\/p>\n

      Application
      <\/strong> When applying Flexim to the ridge or corner rafter, a small consumption difference is also noticeable. On the corner twill, a little more Flexim should be used due to the angle of inclination.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tI have cement between the ridge frost and the roof tile, now pieces are coming loose here and there, can I fill the openings\/cracks\/seams with Flexim?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

      It is advisable to remove the frosts, remove the loose cement and make the surface dust-free. Subsequently, Flexim roof mortar can be applied to re-attach the ridges to the underlying roof tiles.<\/p>\n

      However, it is possible to lubricate the cement with Flexim, and in this way an economical solution can be chosen. After all, less material needs to be used when repairing the kings than with complete new construction or renovation, and a possible leakage problem can be quickly remedied.<\/p>\n

      Roof repair
      <\/strong> During repair work, the quality of the cement should be thoroughly examined. If the cement falls out in a number of places, the loose cement must first be removed, then the surface must be made free of dust and grease. After that, Flexim can be used as a filling material to carry out a quick repair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      When the Flexim is still fresh, the pans can be easily cleaned with a dry cloth or a cloth soaked in turpentine.<\/p>\n

      TIP:<\/strong> A small spot on or around the ridge frosts is often not visible from the ground and therefore does not have to be an immediate problem. If stains are visible, it is of course advisable to remove the stains immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      When the Flexim is still fresh, the paving or terrace tiles can be easily cleaned with a dry cloth or a cloth soaked in turpentine.<\/p>\n

      If the Flexim is not immediately removed from the tile, the oil product may penetrate into the tile or stone, causing a stain. In extreme cases, a high-pressure cleaner (steam) could offer a solution, but we cannot guarantee this. It is advisable to approach a professional cleaning company and ask how a stain can be removed from the tile or stone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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      Flexim is available in 7 colours.<\/p>\n