Specify it
Machine cast lead sheet in standard thicknesses from Code 3 to Code 8. Code 1 and Code 2 are available for radiation protection and the acoustic sector. For heritage, sandcast lead starts at Code 6 to 8, with higher codes on request.
| Code | Thickness | kg per m² |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1.32 mm | 14.97 |
| 4 | 1.80 mm | 20.41 |
| 5 | 2.24 mm | 25.40 |
| 6 | 2.65 mm | 30.05 |
| 7 | 3.15 mm | 35.72 |
| 8 | 3.55 mm | 40.26 |
Nominal values for reference. Download the official weight chart from the Midland Lead team.
Why lead
Lead now features in the BRE Green Guide with a rating of A+ or A. Our sheet is 100% recycled and fully recyclable again.
The BBA states our machine cast lead has an ultimate life in excess of 60 years when correctly installed and treated.
Lead melts at 327 degrees C, so recycling it consumes far less energy than extracting and refining new material.
Flexible, non-corrosive and workable in any weather. CE marked to EN 14783 for roofing and cladding, including flat roofs.
Always in style
Architects and designers prize lead for its elegant appearance, and non-lead alternatives are frequently made to resemble it. Pre-treat with patination oil and it keeps its finish in the harshest weather.
Merchants and project managers get a quote on lead sheet within one working day.