Protect your roof eaves from costly water damage with the European Plastics Easy Felt Support Trays (1.5m). Measuring 1500mm x 230mm x 2mm, these heavy-duty PVC trays are designed to bridge timber rafters and provide structural support for underlay and roofing felt. By creating a clear, rigid run-off into the gutter, they permanently eliminate roofing felt sagging and water ponding, ensuring the longevity of your roof's lower-level eaves.

The Ultimate Prevention for Sagging & Rotting Eaves Felt
Over time, traditional roofing membranes and felts installed at the eaves tend to perish, stretch, and sag between the rafters. This creates an unintentional trough that collects rainwater rather than directing it into the guttering system, leading to rotten felt, fascia damage, and damp timber rafters.
The Easy Felt Support Tray provides a simple, highly cost-effective remedy. Acting as a rigid, durable barrier, it bridges the gap between rafter centres to support the underlay firmly. It can be seamlessly integrated into new build properties or retrofitted during roof refurbishment and refurbishment projects. For optimal roof performance, use these trays in tandem with over-fascia vents and underlay protectors to form a comprehensive, building-regulation-compliant roof ventilation system.

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Key Features & Technical Specifications

• Anti-Pounding Design: Smoothly channels rainwater directly into the guttering, eliminating the risk of water ponding and rotting eaves felt.
• Universal Fit Dimensions: At 1500mm long, 230mm wide, and 2mm thick, these trays readily suit all standard residential and commercial rafter centres.
• Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality, lightweight, and weather-resistant PVC by European Plastics.
• Versatile Application: Fully compatible with both traditional bitumastic 1F slaters' felts and modern breathable roofing membranes.
• Quick Installation: Easily handled and nailed directly onto the rafters for swift on-site deployment.

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Installation Guide 

 

 

How to Install Easy Felt Support Trays

1. Positioning: Place the tray along the lower edge of the roof eaves, ensuring the front edge drapes cleanly down into the guttering channel.
2. Securing: Fix the tray securely to the top of the timber rafters using appropriate corrosion-resistant clout nails or screws.
3. Overlapping: When installing successive trays along the roof line, ensure a minimum horizontal overlap of 100mm to guarantee a continuous water-tight run-off.
4. Membrane Laying: Lay your breathable membrane or traditional 1F undertile felt over the support tray, leaving it slightly short of the gutter line so it is completely shielded from direct UV exposure by the tray.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

Can these support trays be used on existing roofs?
Yes. While they are ideal for new build situations, they are also frequently used during roof repairs and refelting projects to replace old, rotted sections of felt at the eaves.

Do these trays work with all rafter layouts?
Yes. At 1.5m (1500mm) long, these trays are long enough to span multiple rafters easily and adapt perfectly to any standard rafter spacing centres.

Why do I need a felt support tray if I have a breathable membrane?
Even modern breathable membranes can sag under the weight of sitting water or degrade over time if exposed to sunlight at the gutter line. A felt support tray provides the physical rigidity needed to stop water pooling and protects the edge of the membrane from UV damage.

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