In this video I show how to make and fit lead soakers. I show two ways to make lead soakers including a head fix and a nibbed return. In this example I show how to fit the soakers against the cheek of a dormer, but the principle is the same for soakers against a wall, or a chimney stack.
For the tools used in this video click here:
United Kingdom
- Silverline Lead Dresser - https://amzn.to/2FqvryF
- Draper Expert Tin Snips / Shears - https://amzn.to/2SYtS2Y
United States
Bossing stick (Lead dresser) - https://amzn.to/318S3hm
Draper tin snips - https://amzn.to/2NNB7HL
For the products used in this video click here:
United Kingdom
- Copper roofing nails - https://amzn.to/31EfkrA
- Code 3 rolled lead - https://amzn.to/39haT8H
United States
Copper roofing nails - https://amzn.to/2ulQLUf
1/16th “ sheet lead - https://amzn.to/31HAkO3
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For some of my loft conversion videos click here:
Loft conversion part 1 - Removing the insulation & lime mortar - https://youtu.be/QysHnLoFQR8
Loft Conversion part 2 - Cutting and fitting the joists - https://youtu.be/un7vUwkSrnk
Loft conversion pary 12 - Build the rear dormer. Pitched roof dormer construction - https://youtu.be/2U9bC1p-2AI
Loft conversion part 21 - Lead apron, lead sealant, lead flashing & slating the hip roof - https://youtu.be/Xe-Sh7Qxhu4
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