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Trade-quality roofing fixings, connectors, nails and accessories at competitive prices. Truss clips, hip irons, framing anchors, aluminium soakers, copper nails and more — fast UK delivery.
At GB Distribution Ltd, we supply a comprehensive range of roofing fixings and accessories to the UK construction trade. Trusted since 1982, our roofing range includes everything from truss clips and hip irons to specialist copper and aluminium nails — all manufactured from high-grade pre-galvanised mild steel, hot dipped galvanised steel, solid copper and solid aluminium.
Whether you're securing timber trusses, installing hip tiles, jointing rafters or looking for rust-resistant roofing nails, our products deliver the reliable performance professional roofers demand. Browse our full range below, or contact our team for trade pricing and bulk orders.
From truss clips and framing anchors to copper nails and aluminium soakers — everything the professional roofer needs
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Secures timber trusses to the wall plate, removing the danger of damage to timbers from inaccurate cross nailing.
Nail to wall plate face, align truss into shoe, fasten using all nail holes. Other sizes available to special order. 100pc box £22.99 inc. VAT.
£0.19 excl. VAT
Decorative barrier to stop hip tiles slipping and falling from the roof. Nail or screw to hip rafter before bedding tiles on mortar.
Available in 200mm length (3mm thick) or 300mm length with thickness of 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, or 6mm. Use 30x3.75 square twist nails.
£1.69 excl. VAT
Versatile and simple method of trimming and timber jointing. Easily formed on site to create five different variances.
Use all nail holes provided. 5 configurable variances for different timber configurations.
Economical alternative to lead flashing when forming a pitched wall against another. Inserted between brickwork courses.
Multiple width/length/upstand combinations available. Fix using alloy nails. Dressed down roof slope with bottom edge covered by slate above.
Used instead of timber noggins, fixed between joists to minimise timber twisting and lateral movement.
Attach alternately to top and bottom of each joist. Use all available nail holes. Three lengths available.
Handed brackets for connecting roof rafters to the wall plate. Ideal for wide or non-standard rafters.
Fix one bracket to each side of the rafter. Ensure correct alignment before nailing into timbers.
Used in pairs to align rafters at the ridge beam. Top flanges interconnect ensuring rafters stay perfectly in line. Suitable for roof pitches up to 30°.
Fix with square twist nails in all available holes. Max roof pitch 30°.
Versatile flat connector for joining two or more pieces of timber that butt up to each other. Perfect for fixing gravel boards.
Align correctly and nail through into timbers. Available in custom lengths to suit your project.
Used to secure snow / tile guards in the correct position. Select the correct bracket for the style of fixing area.
Fix the bracket to the facia or rafters using wood screws.
General purpose nail used when protection from rust is a requirement. Most commonly used for roof battens and fencing applications.
Available in a wide range of sizes from 20mm to 150mm. Galvanised for corrosion protection in outdoor conditions.
£3.74 excl. VAT
Used for centuries to attach natural slate. The soft material moulds to the hole, and a natural corrosion layer forms over time to seal and protect.
Authentic square copper nails also available for a traditional look. Naturally weathers to a darker patina over time.
£17.49 excl. VAT
Keep fibre cement slates in place. The rivet hooks through the prefabricated hole and darkens naturally over time for a uniform look.
Weathers to a darker patina becoming less conspicuous against darker slates for a uniform appearance.
£5.83 excl. VAT
Ideal for repairing cracked or broken slates without full replacement. Secures damaged slates in place with a discreet finish.
Quick, cost-effective alternative to full slate replacement. Discreet and weather-resistant.
Soft, rust-resistant nails perfect for modern English tiles and roof tiles. Moulds to the hole and seals effectively — an excellent alternative to copper.
Less expensive than copper with similar rust-resistant properties. Ideal for modern English tiles and counter battens.
£9.99 excl. VAT
Specialised fasteners designed for pneumatic nail guns. Quick, reliable, and precise attachment for construction and carpentry applications.
Engineered for maximum strength and durability. Ideal for fast-paced construction and carpentry environments.