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LIMAGNE Single-Slope Letterbox Roof in Bitumen Shingle and Fir
LIMAGNE single-slope letterbox roof covered in red bitumen shingles, on a frame of solid untreated fir.
Its single slope directs water to one side. Suitable for standard flat-topped letterboxes 302 mm wide and 410 mm deep. It has the look of a small traditional roof, and the covering needs no treatment.
No-drill installation: glue it to the top of the letterbox. The fir is supplied untreated and must be protected with an exterior wood stain before installation.
Single-slope letterbox roof with bitumen shingles
The LIMAGNE single-slope roof looks like a small roof covered in bitumen shingles. The red covering sits on a frame of solid untreated fir.
It fits standard-sized letterboxes measuring W 302 x H 300 x D 410 mm and is glued to the top of the box, without drilling. Its single slope directs water to one side.
The shingles do not need treating. The fir components are supplied untreated and should be protected with an exterior wood stain before installation.
Main features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-slope letterbox roof |
| Roof covering | Bitumen shingle, red |
| Structure | Solid untreated fir |
| Compatible letterboxes | Standard letterboxes measuring W 302 x H 300 x D 410 mm, with a flat top |
| Fixing | Place and glue to the top of the letterbox |
| Use | Outdoor use; protect wooden components before installation |
Packaging
- Weight: 3.3 kg
Key points
- ✓ Bitumen shingle covering: traditional roof appearance, no treatment needed
- ✓ Single slope: water runs off on one side of the letterbox
- ✓ Standard size: for letterboxes measuring W 302 x D 410 mm
- ✓ No-drill installation: the roof is glued to the top of the letterbox
Choosing the right letterbox roof
Bitumen shingles are ideal if you want the look of a house or garden shed roof. Like zinc, they provide protection without the roof covering needing maintenance, but have a more traditional appearance.
With a single slope, all the water runs off on the same side: check that this side does not face a walkway. To direct water to both sides, choose the LIMAGNE dual-slope roof, which also includes a birdhouse. In either case, the letterbox must have a flat top and be standard-sized.
Installation advice
Before installation: apply an exterior wood stain or wood saturator to the visible fir components, taking care not to get any on the shingles.
Gluing: clean and degrease the top of the letterbox. Apply an exterior mounting adhesive compatible with the letterbox material, then centre the roof and hold it in place for the drying time specified by the adhesive manufacturer.
Care and protection
Bitumen shingles do not need treating. Regularly remove leaves and moss that retain moisture, without using a pressure washer, which could strip off the surface granules. Reapply wood stain to the fir as soon as the wood starts to grey or the finish begins to flake.
Frequently asked questions
What is a bitumen shingle roof?
Bitumen shingles are a flexible, bitumen-based roof covering coated with mineral granules. They are waterproof and are also used to roof garden sheds. On the LIMAGNE roof, they cover a fir frame.
How do you attach the LIMAGNE roof to a letterbox?
The roof sits on top of the letterbox and is glued in place, without drilling. Degrease the surface, apply an exterior mounting adhesive suitable for the letterbox material, then hold the roof in place while the adhesive dries.
Which letterboxes are compatible with this roof?
The roof is designed for standard-sized letterboxes measuring W 302 x H 300 x D 410 mm with a flat top. Letterboxes recessed into a low wall or with a curved top are not suitable.
Do the shingles need treating?
No. The shingles are waterproof and do not need treating. Only the untreated fir components need protecting with an exterior wood stain, taking care not to get any on the shingles.
What is the difference between the LIMAGNE single-slope and dual-slope roofs?
Both have bitumen shingles over a fir frame. The single-slope roof directs water to one side. The dual-slope roof directs it to both sides and has a birdhouse built into its gable.
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