Planum ridge tile installation

Planum ridge tile installation

Planum ridge tile installation


The planum clay roof tile ridges must be fixed with lap facing away from the prevailing wind, so as to guarantee water tightness. 

  • Field tiles at top course should be secured directly either into the deck or top batten with stainless ring screw nails (or similar).
  • All ridges and hips shall be covered with self adhesive Alu-Roll (CAM01, CAMF1, CAM09,CAMF9) or similar approved breathable waterproof underlay. Underlay should be secured over the ridge nailer with non-corrosive roofing nails.
  • Fit ridge tiles with a minimum overlapping of 50mm throughout the ridgeline,  facing away from the prevailing wind.

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