Rain Noise a Problem to You? We Have the Solution
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Dramatically Reduces Rain Noise on any Metal or other Hard Surface Roof Structure
Peaky Blinders meets Silent Witness under a Silent Roof
Silent Roof has recently been installed at two prestigious locations in the centre of Birmingham. The new, high-profile studios at Digbeth Loc are the brainchild of acclaimed British screenwriter, director and producer, Steven Knight. His vision, alongside business partner, TIME+SPACE is to create a long-term cultural legacy for his home city by welcoming major blue-chip brands to the multimedia headquarters.
Digbeth Loc. Studios represent the first major television and film production facilities of this scale ever to be developed in Birmingham, reigniting the city’s illustrious heritage as a UK base for programme-making and broadcasting and soon to be the home for the filming by Netflix of the movie Peaky Blinders both here at Digbeth Loc Studios and other locations around the West Midlands. Silent Roof Ltd are delighted to play a small part in the site’s development and trusts that all that utilise the facilities will benefit from Silent Roof’s capabilities to reduce rain noise.
Digbeth Loc. Studios represent the first major television and film production facilities of this scale ever to be developed in Birmingham, reigniting the city’s illustrious heritage as a UK base for programme-making and broadcasting and soon to be the home for the filming by Netflix of the movie Peaky Blinders both here at Digbeth Loc Studios and other locations around the West Midlands. Silent Roof Ltd are delighted to play a small part in the site’s development and trusts that all that utilise the facilities will benefit from Silent Roof’s capabilities to reduce rain noise.
Located at the intersection of the Grand Union Canal and the river Rea, ‘The Bond’ is some 200 metres from Digbeth Loc.
It is also the location where Silent Roof meets Silent Witness. Again, a section of the roof now has the benefit of a Silent Roof installation so reducing rain noise in the studio beneath to a mere whisper.
The studio in question will soon be the location for filming the next series of the BBC classic – Silent Witness. Silent Roof providing a Silent Environment for Silent Witness
It is also the location where Silent Roof meets Silent Witness. Again, a section of the roof now has the benefit of a Silent Roof installation so reducing rain noise in the studio beneath to a mere whisper.
The studio in question will soon be the location for filming the next series of the BBC classic – Silent Witness. Silent Roof providing a Silent Environment for Silent Witness
One question that Silent Roof Ltd are asked on a regular basis is
“How secure is a Silent Roof installation in stormy weather conditions?” The image above is that of a recent Silent Roof installation taken shortly after storm Eunice had passed through the UK. The installation is on the 10th floor of a building exposed to the elements. We are pleased to report, as you can see, neither this nor any other of our completed installations suffered any damage as a result of storm Eunice or any other of the recent storms of 2021-22.
“How secure is a Silent Roof installation in stormy weather conditions?” The image above is that of a recent Silent Roof installation taken shortly after storm Eunice had passed through the UK. The installation is on the 10th floor of a building exposed to the elements. We are pleased to report, as you can see, neither this nor any other of our completed installations suffered any damage as a result of storm Eunice or any other of the recent storms of 2021-22.
The O2 Arena damage was caused during Storm Eunice. Sections of the fabric roof of the venue, formerly known as the Millennium Dome, were shredded by the strength of the storm's winds on 18 February 2022.
This video clip shows our appointed installers TV & Studio Group, applying a stencilled logo to the finished surface of a Silent Roof installation at London Film Studios.
A few images show a Silent Roof installation being undertaken on the 10th floor of a building. A little different from the usual situation.
Who We Are
What We Do
How to stop rain noise on a metal roof.
We at Silent Roof have developed a solution to the problem of rain noise emanating from hard roof surfaces into the living or working space beneath. We use our Rain Noise Reduction Technology Material on surfaces such as Profile Metal Sheeting and the like.
Once installed the space below the treated roof surface immediately benefits from a dramatic reduction in rain noise pollution. The images on this site are an illustration of how the SRM is applied to a large Profile Metal Roof at the Honey Monster Factory In Southall, London, in September 2018, all 5400 square metres of it.
We at Silent Roof have developed a solution to the problem of rain noise emanating from hard roof surfaces into the living or working space beneath. We use our Rain Noise Reduction Technology Material on surfaces such as Profile Metal Sheeting and the like.
Once installed the space below the treated roof surface immediately benefits from a dramatic reduction in rain noise pollution. The images on this site are an illustration of how the SRM is applied to a large Profile Metal Roof at the Honey Monster Factory In Southall, London, in September 2018, all 5400 square metres of it.
Profile Metal Roofing
Profile Metal Roofing Panels – Dramatically Reduce Rain Noise
In situations where rain noise on a metal profile or composite roofing material is affecting the workspace below give us a call at Silent Roof,
we have the solution to your problem. In association with the world-leading manufacturer of three-dimensional matrix insulation products the Silent Roof System, installed on top of your existing roof Dramatically Reduces rain noise before it occurs. Rain noise on these types of roof structures is a nuisance in many different environments; industrial factory units, schools, the filming sector, commercial offices and the like. The images on this site are an illustration of how the SRM is applied to a large Profile Metal Roof at the Honey Monster Factory Roof In Southall, London, in Sep 2018, all 5400 square metres of it.
A Silent Roof installation is swiftly completed and all installation activity takes place on the exterior of the building so as not to interfere with the activities below the roof in question.
In situations where rain noise on a metal profile or composite roofing material is affecting the workspace below give us a call at Silent Roof,
we have the solution to your problem. In association with the world-leading manufacturer of three-dimensional matrix insulation products the Silent Roof System, installed on top of your existing roof Dramatically Reduces rain noise before it occurs. Rain noise on these types of roof structures is a nuisance in many different environments; industrial factory units, schools, the filming sector, commercial offices and the like. The images on this site are an illustration of how the SRM is applied to a large Profile Metal Roof at the Honey Monster Factory Roof In Southall, London, in Sep 2018, all 5400 square metres of it.
A Silent Roof installation is swiftly completed and all installation activity takes place on the exterior of the building so as not to interfere with the activities below the roof in question.
Coloured Rooftop Advertising
YES, Silent Roof Rooftop advertising is available in a range of colours. Have your company logo on ANY roof surface. No painting, remove and relocate at any time. UV stabilised.
In 2019, we were approached by a global brand via our installation company who posed the question, ‘what other colours are available?’
But this enquiry was not for suppression of rain noise but for rooftop advertising purposes. A base layer of one colour overlaid with a contrasting colour of the company's logo.
This project was for a 10,000 square metre roof structure overlooked by numerous high-rise buildings, the perfect advertising platform.
Following months of negotiation and efforts within the R&D department of our manufacturers in Germany, a new version we refer to as,
Coloured Silent Roof Material (CSRM), was born.
Now utilise your rooftop for advertising AND suppress annoying rain noise at the same time with this unique variation of Silent Roof.
QUESTION: Could the ONE application fund for THE OTHER?
In 2019, we were approached by a global brand via our installation company who posed the question, ‘what other colours are available?’
But this enquiry was not for suppression of rain noise but for rooftop advertising purposes. A base layer of one colour overlaid with a contrasting colour of the company's logo.
This project was for a 10,000 square metre roof structure overlooked by numerous high-rise buildings, the perfect advertising platform.
Following months of negotiation and efforts within the R&D department of our manufacturers in Germany, a new version we refer to as,
Coloured Silent Roof Material (CSRM), was born.
Now utilise your rooftop for advertising AND suppress annoying rain noise at the same time with this unique variation of Silent Roof.
QUESTION: Could the ONE application fund for THE OTHER?
The installation approach begins with the base layer of the chosen colour, the company logo is cut from a special thinner layer of CSRM and secured to the base layer. Our installation company can provide this installation service worldwide. Do you have a situation that could benefit from this new development? For rooftop, advertising Contact US now for further information.
How Does It Work ... Hearing is Believing
How can I stop that rain noise is the usual question You can’t stop the rain, but Silent Roof will dramatically reduce rain noise to a whisper.
The short video clip to the left demonstrates audibly the effect of water dropping onto a metal surface.
This simulates rain noise with and without the benefit of a covering of Silent Roof material on a hard surface. REMEMBER, turn up the volume of your device before pressing the play button. It’s the soundtrack that is of interest as well as the video.
The short video clip to the left demonstrates audibly the effect of water dropping onto a metal surface.
This simulates rain noise with and without the benefit of a covering of Silent Roof material on a hard surface. REMEMBER, turn up the volume of your device before pressing the play button. It’s the soundtrack that is of interest as well as the video.
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Are you involved with The Film Industry?
Is Rain Noise a problem for you? We have the solution on how to stop rain noise.
The Monster Roof’
In the spring of 2018, we received an enquiry that asked:-
“Hi… This may be an odd one. I have a large warehouse that we want to soundproof from the rain and we cannot install anything internally so the normal insulation methods don’t work. Could your Silent Roof Material be fitted externally to a metal warehouse roof please?”
This enquiry developed into the first Silent Roof installation associated with sound recording within the Film Industry. It transpired that the ‘large warehouse’ AKA The Monster had been acquired to house a set for filming. This is a series to be released by Sky Atlantic later in 2019. Silent Roof delivered a solution to the problem of rain noise emanating from hard surface roof structures. Rain noise would adversely affect the recording activities of the filming crew in the set beneath the warehouse roof. So successful was this installation that other enquiries followed again associated with the Film Industry. Early in 2019, the new Sam Mendes production ‘1917’ from Storyworks engaged Silent Roof Ltd to provide, Rain Noise Reduction Technology to filming locations in the Salisbury area of the UK.
Silent Roof in the USA
Moffett Productions is based in the USA and have used our product in their film studio in Houston, Texas. We will monitor the experience of Moffett Productions with interest.
Do you have a similar situation? Contact Us – We have the solution – No more rain noise interruptions.
TV STUDIO GROUP Ltd specialists in temporary structures, studio fit-outs, acoustic treatments and event production Worldwide. TV and Film Studio Group are experts in soundproof installation, acoustic treatments, studio fit-outs, and erecting semi-permanent buildings and temporary structures such as; pop-up studios, workshops, socially distant dining rooms and other ancillary buildings. Their experience and professional commitment make TV & Film Studio Group the perfect fit for installing Silent Roof material they have successfully applied SRM to a number of warehouses, barns, TV and Film studio roofs and are the recommended installer of SRM.
Previous installations of Silent Roof material include many film and television productions; ‘the 1917' Sam Mendes Movie, The Batman at Leavesden Studios, HS2 safety videos and lots more, click here to view further information on recent silent roof installations at HS2 training centre in Brackley and at London Film Studios.
Previous installations of Silent Roof material include many film and television productions; ‘the 1917' Sam Mendes Movie, The Batman at Leavesden Studios, HS2 safety videos and lots more, click here to view further information on recent silent roof installations at HS2 training centre in Brackley and at London Film Studios.
Silent Roof - Mechanised Installation
More recently we have adopted a mechanised installation
procedure where a wide span or working at height is an
issue. The image to the right was a temporary covering of a barn
used for filming for the Sam Mendes WW1 epic ‘1917’.
A unique material that in simple terms shatters falling raindrops on the upper smooth surface, the rainwater then trickles through the lattice, then runs onto the original roof surface and away into the rainwater drainage system.
The Silent Roof material is UV stabilised. Due to the flexible properties of the material it can be utilized on any surface be it flat or curved. We have developed various means of securing the material to a variety of surfaces.
procedure where a wide span or working at height is an
issue. The image to the right was a temporary covering of a barn
used for filming for the Sam Mendes WW1 epic ‘1917’.
A unique material that in simple terms shatters falling raindrops on the upper smooth surface, the rainwater then trickles through the lattice, then runs onto the original roof surface and away into the rainwater drainage system.
The Silent Roof material is UV stabilised. Due to the flexible properties of the material it can be utilized on any surface be it flat or curved. We have developed various means of securing the material to a variety of surfaces.
The Acoustic Insulation Question
Rain noise is transferred to us in the form of sound waves. During rainfall, a variety of frequencies relating to the impact of raindrops on the roof surface are produced. The existing roof structure will be acting as a soundproofing material in some capacity but perhaps rain noise control was not a primary consideration when the roof in question was constructed. When confronted with attempting to soundproof a roof against rain noise, the first consideration will most likely be to add acoustic materials to combat the range of frequencies of sound (rain noise), that is emanating from the roof structure. Any structure will vibrate at certain frequencies, the roofing panels be they metal or composite will behave like a drum skin and when impacted will produce sound. Is it not logical therefore to introduce acoustic treatment materials that are designed to tackle this noise problem head-on.
The conventional approach would be to add mass to the roof. We all know intuitively that a thicker roof or wall will inhibit the propagation of noise (sound waves). So make the roof thicker to attenuate the noise level produced by rainfall, is this not the obvious answer? The most well-known law of soundproofing is the Mass Law. This states that by doubling the weight of the acoustic barrier you will gain approximately a 6dB improvement in sound attenuation. In other words, if you doubled the size of a brick wall, for instance, you would obtain around a 30-40% improvement in soundproofing. Likewise with a roof, but now we have to consider the additional loading we are about to introduce, can the roof support this additional loading and at what cost and at what effort?
Silent Roof Material (SRM) is a unique product that in simple terms quietly shatters falling raindrops on its upper smooth surface without transferring the impact noise produced to the roof surface beneath. The rainwater then trickles through the lattice of the SRM then drips quietly onto the original roof surface and away into the rainwater drainage system. Silent Roof will stop the great majority of rain noise on any roofing structure to a mere whisper. The material is black in colour and is UV stabilised. Due to the flexible properties of the material it can be utilised on any surface be it flat or curved. We have developed various means of securing the material to a variety of surfaces.
The conventional approach would be to add mass to the roof. We all know intuitively that a thicker roof or wall will inhibit the propagation of noise (sound waves). So make the roof thicker to attenuate the noise level produced by rainfall, is this not the obvious answer? The most well-known law of soundproofing is the Mass Law. This states that by doubling the weight of the acoustic barrier you will gain approximately a 6dB improvement in sound attenuation. In other words, if you doubled the size of a brick wall, for instance, you would obtain around a 30-40% improvement in soundproofing. Likewise with a roof, but now we have to consider the additional loading we are about to introduce, can the roof support this additional loading and at what cost and at what effort?
OR SHOULD WE BE LOOKING AT THIS PROBLEM FROM A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE?
Adding mass to the roof is being considered to address the problem of rain noise AFTER it has occurred. An alternative solution would be to prevent the rain noise BEFORE it occurs. Silent Roof Material (SRM) does exactly that as it is installed on the OUTSIDE of the roof on top of the existing roof surface intercepting the falling rain. Furthermore, SRM only weighs 800gms per square metre, any roof structure should be able to support this minimal addition. So instead of adding mass, how is the Silent Roof approach going to work?Silent Roof Material (SRM) is a unique product that in simple terms quietly shatters falling raindrops on its upper smooth surface without transferring the impact noise produced to the roof surface beneath. The rainwater then trickles through the lattice of the SRM then drips quietly onto the original roof surface and away into the rainwater drainage system. Silent Roof will stop the great majority of rain noise on any roofing structure to a mere whisper. The material is black in colour and is UV stabilised. Due to the flexible properties of the material it can be utilised on any surface be it flat or curved. We have developed various means of securing the material to a variety of surfaces.
A Technical Description
‘The Silent Roof material is a flexible, multi-dimensional material, produced from polyamide filaments bonded together where they cross to form a tough, open lattice. It has a flat back on one side produced from filaments in an irregular, two-dimensional structure which is thermally bonded to the multi-dimensional structure.
Profile Metal Roofing Structures are covered completely with continuous lengths of black Silent Roof material, each length is secured to its neighbour and anchored at the extremities. Due to the open lattice structure of the material, it presents very little wind resistance, therefore, being unaffected by inclement weather conditions.
Profile Metal Roofing Structures are covered completely with continuous lengths of black Silent Roof material, each length is secured to its neighbour and anchored at the extremities. Due to the open lattice structure of the material, it presents very little wind resistance, therefore, being unaffected by inclement weather conditions.
Reuse - A Unique Property
The silent Roof can be relocated. This reuse is a unique property of Silent Roof Material (SRM). When you purchase any amount of SRM, you do so in the knowledge that it can be relocated to a different roof structure as and when you require. This is not the case for virtually all other treatments utilised to attenuate the effect of rain noise on roof structures.
The usual approach is to attempt to reduce the level of noise pollution AFTER it has occurred by adding acoustic noise reduction spray layer(s) for instance to the underside of the roof structure.
Silent Roof Material applied to the outside surface of the roof structure, stops rain drops impacting the roof surface so dramatically reducing the resultant rain noise BEFORE it occurs.
You then have the option to roll up the SRM, transport it to another location and utilise it and its rain noise reduction properties again, and again, and again… One purchase, multiple applications.
What other product possesses this property of reuse in relation to rain noise pollution? To our knowledge, NONE.
The picture to the right is where the Silent Roof Material was re-located from the Monster Roof in Southall and re-fitted to the old Ignition Building in Wembley, the picture to the right is the before and after the Silent Roof Material had been fitted to the old Ignition building.
All of this was done in 6 days from start to finish.
The usual approach is to attempt to reduce the level of noise pollution AFTER it has occurred by adding acoustic noise reduction spray layer(s) for instance to the underside of the roof structure.
Silent Roof Material applied to the outside surface of the roof structure, stops rain drops impacting the roof surface so dramatically reducing the resultant rain noise BEFORE it occurs.
You then have the option to roll up the SRM, transport it to another location and utilise it and its rain noise reduction properties again, and again, and again… One purchase, multiple applications.
What other product possesses this property of reuse in relation to rain noise pollution? To our knowledge, NONE.
The picture to the right is where the Silent Roof Material was re-located from the Monster Roof in Southall and re-fitted to the old Ignition Building in Wembley, the picture to the right is the before and after the Silent Roof Material had been fitted to the old Ignition building.
All of this was done in 6 days from start to finish.
Exports
We are based on the south coast of England, you however may have a project in mind at some other location outside of the UK. If you have a situation where rain noise from a roof structure is affecting the workspace or living area beneath, We can arrange to export our Silent Roof material to your location wherever it may be worldwide.
Installation of the Silent Roof material is simple itself and you would be guided every step of the way by our online or telephone support if and when required.
The Silent Roof Material (SRM) is supplied in bales 1 metre in width and up to a maximum of 60 metres in length. A square metre of SRM is 800g and it is 17mm thick. Bales can be delivered pre-cut to any length you require for your project be it a flat, pitched, barrel profile roof area.
Contact us now for pricing and delivery information.
Installation of the Silent Roof material is simple itself and you would be guided every step of the way by our online or telephone support if and when required.
The Silent Roof Material (SRM) is supplied in bales 1 metre in width and up to a maximum of 60 metres in length. A square metre of SRM is 800g and it is 17mm thick. Bales can be delivered pre-cut to any length you require for your project be it a flat, pitched, barrel profile roof area.
Contact us now for pricing and delivery information.
Just a few of the companies we have or are currently working with
F.A.Q.s
What is the weight of the SR material
What is the weight of a Silent Roof installation? The weight of the Silent Roof material is only 800g per square metre. It is not absorbent so will not retain rainwater to add to the loading on a given roof structure.
What are the 'U' & 'R' values
With respect to our Silent Roof Material, the ‘U’ and ‘R’ values of the material are insignificant when considering its specific use which is to significantly reduce the noise created by rainfall impacting on a roof surface. The Silent Roof material is not designed to be a thermal insulation product.
U-factor and U-value are interchangeable terms referring to a measure of the heat gain or loss through a material due to the difference between the inner and outer air temperatures of the material in question. U-factor or U-value is also referred to as the overall coefficient of heat transfer. A lower U-value indicates better insulating properties. The units are Btu/(hr)(ft2)(°F). The Silent Roof material was not designed to be an insulator therefore the ‘U’ value of the material has not been calculated.
U-factor and U-value are interchangeable terms referring to a measure of the heat gain or loss through a material due to the difference between the inner and outer air temperatures of the material in question. U-factor or U-value is also referred to as the overall coefficient of heat transfer. A lower U-value indicates better insulating properties. The units are Btu/(hr)(ft2)(°F). The Silent Roof material was not designed to be an insulator therefore the ‘U’ value of the material has not been calculated.
Product Information / Specs Sheet
How long does it take to install
How long does it take to install a Silent Roof? When installed on Profile Metal Roofing (PMR) structures and the like, the Silent Roof Material (SRM) is rolled out across the roof from eave to eave up and over the ridge of the roof. Each ‘strip’ will be 1m wide. The next strip is laid upside-down onto the first strip and ‘stitched’ together using PVC cable ties. This strip is then flipped over to lie adjacent to its neighbour and the process is repeated. Using this method, a large area of the roof can be covered with SRM in a relatively short period, typically 60 square metres per hour with a team of two fitters.
If you have any questions on the Installation of the Silent Roof Material don't hesitate to get in touch with our Approved & Recommended Installers at TV & Film Studio Group
If you have any questions on the Installation of the Silent Roof Material don't hesitate to get in touch with our Approved & Recommended Installers at TV & Film Studio Group
Silent Roof delivery time
Silent Roof delivery time from the production plant to our UK base will take between 3 and 6 weeks after receiving your confirmed order depending upon the current workload
The expected lifetime of a Silent Roof
We have installations that are now ten years old and show no signs of degradation. To assist longevity periodic cleaning is recommended to remove debris from the material matrix.
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