Fascia Board Specifications (UK)
Roofline Applications
Fascia board under guttering on a pitched roof;
Installed at the roof edge supporting guttering;
Fascia board along roofline beneath tiles;
Roofline with fascia, soffits and guttering on domestic properties;
Fascia board forming part of a finished roofline with rainwater system.
Types
Cover Fascia
Full Replacement Fascia
Double Fascia Corner
Double Fascia Joints
Materials
- uPVC / Plastic: Low maintenance, rot-proof, most common option
- Aluminium: Lightweight, long-lasting with colour-coated finishes
- Timber: Traditional option, treated for weather resistance
- Composite / PVC-Foam Core: Stronger, thicker board systems
Typical Sizes
Widths (vertical depth): 150 mm, 200 mm, 250 mm, up to 650 mm+ (depending on roof design)
Lengths: Standard 3 m or 5 m lengths
Thickness: Typically 16–20 mm for uPVC boards; thicker profiles for composite/aluminium
Profiles / Styles
- Flat fascia: Standard smooth board
- Square edge: Clean modern look
- Ogee / Bull-nosed: Decorative traditional finish
- Capping / cover boards: Thin boards to cover existing fascias
Colours / Finishes
White, black, anthracite grey, woodgrain effects (oak, rosewood)
Installation
Boards are fixed to rafter ends or fixing rails using corrosion-resistant screws.
Best paired with soffit boards to enclose the roof void and improve ventilation.