Given that different metals should not be in contact and that the connection of sheets must allow for their contraction and expansion, covering roofs with flat lead sheets must be done with folding or with the help of wooden shims. The shims are used for connections perpendicular to the runoff, while folding is used for connections parallel to the runoff.
All connections must be straight. Installation of the sheets stars by fixing the fontal sheets on the runoff line, as well as on the frontispiece and leading to the crest.

In contrast with other materials, lead sheets remain unaltered as time passes, have considerably greater resistance to adverse environmental conditions (40 C heat - -5 C cold), do not rust and need low maintenance in repairing of cracks from heat as time passes. Especially in coastal areas, lead sheets are not affected by sea salt (since lead is used in ship's keels) and generally are a very sturdy material with anti-seismic characteristics.
The sheets are supported onto the existing contsruction (concrete or simple masonry) either stuck-on or with wall plugs and screws.

In our country as well as abroad, architectural use of lead sheets focuses on small or large works.
Illustrative examples include church cupolas , which are perfectly covered by the lead sheets, and insulated from humidity, lightning, etc. which often cause damage to hagiography; this insulation contributes to its resistance and aesthetics through the years (Hagia Sofia, Constantinople). Also, lead sheets provide soundproofing and radiation-proofing. They can be fixed onto every type of roof.

Our company certifies, based on a study performed by the University of California (Department of Energy), that use of lead is most proper for soundproofing and radiation proofing (with sheet width of 2mm or more).

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