Scottish projects win big at UK Roofing Awards
SEVERAL Scottish projects picked up pizes at the tenth UK Roofing Awards, announced at a ceremony in London hosted by BBC’s Louise Minchin and...
NFRC welcomes strong support from Scottish Parliament for roofing priorities
THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has hailed a month of 'strong support' for roofing priorities across the Scottish Parliament.
MSPs from across the...
Roofers report further growth, but concerns remain over spiralling costs
NEW research has revealed that 43% of roofing contractors expect further growth over the next 12 months, despite 86% experiencing rising material prices in...
New distillery’s green roof creates a buzz
The 'green' sedum roof at The Cairn Distillery near Grantown on Spey has reportedly become a haven for bees since being installed in April.
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Macleod Roofing donates £10,000 to the Elsie Normington Foundation
MACLEOD Roofing has hailed the 'extraordinary' work of the Elsie Normington Foundation following its £10,000 donation to the charity.
The charity supports children and young...
Winners of UK Roofing Awards 2025 announced
NFRC has announced the winners of the 2025 UK Roofing Awards at ceremony in London, hosted by actor and comedian Ed Byrne.
James Talman, NFRC...
Artist turns life upside down
ARTIST Alex Chinneck’s latest project “Miner on the Moon” is a remarkable upside down house in London.
Norbord’s Sterling OSB proved invaluable to Alex,...
Luxury roof for listed building
A listed building in Helensburgh has been undergoing a complete re-roofing project to accommodate new luxury apartments.
Due to planning restrictions, Cupa Pizarras’ Heavy 3...
Where’s the fire?
THE safety of Rockpanel cladding boards has been improved with the launch of products manufactured to the new FS-Xtra grade that complies with European...
Macleod Roofing backs The Archie Foundation
MACLEOD Roofing has supported two vital health initiatives at Raigmore Hospital's Children Unit through a donation to The Archie Foundation.
The £10,000 donation from the...
Deadline to enter UK Roofing Awards extended by one week
NFRC has announced a one-week extension for firms wishing to enter projects for consideration in the UK Roofing Awards 2023.
The new deadline is...
Top considerations for commercial solar PV
Roofing and solar provider Forster Group was appointed by Priority Care to install 280 solar panels at two of its Dundee care homes. Bruce...
Soaking up the storm: how green roofs can help combat urban flooding
By Mark Harris, head of sustainability at Sika
AS cities grow and climate change accelerates, flooding has become one of the most urgent issues facing...
Reflective membrane solution delivers thermal efficiency for large social housing development
A combination of a low emissivity, insulating breather membrane and internal air and vapour control layer from Protect Membranes has been installed as part of an award-winning social housing development in Greater Manchester
Traditional skills to the fore in Perthshire roofing project
NESTLED in 1,500 acres of rolling Perthshire countryside is Persie House, a stunning Edwardian mansion built in the early 20th century for Captain George...
New school roof doesn’t fall flat
A new Kalzip ‘Flat Pan’ roof has been created for the landmark Orchard Brae School in Aberdeen.
Over 3,000 sqm of aluminium standing seam profile...
Nominations sought for UK Roofing Awards 2026
NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has announced that entries are now open for the UK Roofing Awards 2026.
Nominations can be submitted via the...
SSE Hydro demanded a roof which looked great and sounds perfect…
MANY visitors to the The SSE Hydro, Scotland’s newest and most spectacular live entertainment venue, have been impressed by the stunning roof.
Kalzip’s aluminium standing...
Donaldson Timber Engineering scoops top supplier accolade
DONALDSON Timber Engineering has been awarded the Supplier of the Year accolade by housebuilder, Taylor Wimpey.
From a supply chain of more than 100 firms,...
Green education doesn’t go to waste
By Janice Tyler, environmental and supply chain manager at BriggsAmasco
EACH year, poor design and site management leads to approximately 13% of all solid materials...
