Faq

Onduline sheets are non-recyclable waste but are not classed as hazardous waste (unlike asbestos). They should be disposed of according to your local council’s requirements.

These sheets are manufactured from cellulose fibres impregnated with bitumen under heat and pressure. They were specifically designed as a safe, asbestos-free alternative to fibre cement roofing sheets, which commonly contained asbestos before the 1980s–1990s.

Some older roofing products from other manufacturers—particularly fibre cement sheets (often grey and brittle)—may contain asbestos if installed before asbestos bans. Because of this, there is a common misconception that Onduline sheets contain asbestos, but this is not the case.

You may use this information as confirmation for your local council or skip company if required.

Tip: To make disposal easier, Onduline sheets can be cut in half with a handsaw or circular saw so they fit into a car.