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The Roof in Victorian and Edwardian Houses

This section discusses the materials and techniques used to roof houses in the United Kingdom from 1830 to 1914, covering the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Victorian sunflower finial

Victorian sunflower finial (Shrewsbury)

Visit our advice on caring for the roof.