Corodrain – Dry Fix Valley Troughs

Fully weatherable, Ariel Dry Fix Valley Troughs offer UV and acid rain resistance, whilst their smooth surface finish inhibits the growth of moss, lichen and the build-up of debris. With the added advantage of being mortar-free, the dry fixing of valley troughs is quicker, less dependent on site skills and guarantees a neater finish than mortar bedding

• Dry fix mortar free solution
• Manufactured from GRP
• Economic and durable alternative to lead
• Suitable for slate, clay or concrete tiles
• BBA approved
• Compliant to BS5534:2014

An Alternative to Lead

Ariel Dry Fix Valley Troughs provide a robust, durable, and lightweight alternative to lead valleys.

• As long lasting and durable as lead
• More resistant to accidental damage
• Less prone to theft
• Similar appearance to lead
• Less expensive than lead

Long Lasting & Maintenance Free

Manufactured in GRP, Ariel Dry Fix Valley Troughs are long lasting and maintenance free.

• The valley troughs are both UV light and acid rain resistant providing enhanced weatherability
• The smooth surface inhibits the growth of moss & lichen and the build-up of debris

Ease of Installation

Ariel Dry Fix Valley Troughs, with the added benefit of being mortar free, are quick and easy to install providing considerable time and cost savings on site.

• Mortar free dry fix method cuts fixing time by up to 50%
• Fixes over batten for fast simple installation
• Requires less maintenance than an ordinary valley
• As no wet trades needed they can be fitted in any weather

Corodrain Valleys

The Corodrain range of BBA approved valleys are manufactured in GRP as an economic and durable alternative to using lead and all conform to NFRC Technical Bulletin 28.  Options include both mortar and dry fix solutions.

Corodrain valley troughs can be used on both slate and tiled roofs and with any combination of double or interlocking slates, clay or concrete tiles. Corodrain can also provide a weatherproof seal between roofs of terraced houses or where a new roof needs to join an existing roof.

• A cost effective alternative to lead
• More resistant to damage and theft
• Maintenance free
• UV light and acid rain resistant
• Smooth finish inhibits growth of moss or build-up of debris
• Significant reduction in installation time
• BBA Approved
• Largest range of lengths available

Dry Fix Joining Gutter

The joining gutters create a waterproof joint between two different roof coverings on tiled pitched roofs. without the need for mortar. Two profile options are available with central upstands at 100mm and 70mm.  They can be retrofitted to existing roofs or installed on new roof with minimal disturbance to the adjacent roof and property. Available in standard 3m lengths and 70mm and 100mm upstand options.

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