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...
Carlisle roofing systems utilised at ‘Fishbowl’ building
ALREADY recognised as one of Rotterdam’s most striking landmarks, the new Collection Building of Museum Boijmans van Beuningen has been nicknamed ‘The Fishbowl’.
Designed by...
NFRC Scotland events help to drive skills agenda within roofing sector
NFRC Scotland has revealed details of its work in recent months to address the roofing industry's growing skills crisis.
With the support of its members,...
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...
Don’t overlook the roof space when mitigating moisture build-up
ROOFING component manufacturer Klober is calling on housing providers to specify effective roof ventilation in order to reduce the risk of mould.
The firm explained...
Roofers report rising workloads but cost pressures mean higher prices for clients
NEW research has revealed the majority of roofing and cladding contractors have increased their tender prices amid 'spiralling' costs of materials, labour and energy.
The...
Edinburgh students to sleep easy in smart new accommodation
A landmark building in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat is to be transformed into a residence for students at Edinburgh University.
Lakesmere Scotland will...
Deadline extended for Scottish Roofing Awards
THE NFRC has extended the deadline for submitting entries for the 2026 Scottish Roofing Awards.
Following a number of requests for more time, the organisation...
SIG Roofing commercial director elected chair of NFRC committee
SIG Roofing commercial director Duncan Winter has been elected chair of NFRC's Roofing Suppliers Group Committee.
The announcement was made at a recent NFRC board...
Driving sustainability with product choice
Dan Hancox, corporate sustainability and development director at Russell Roof Tiles, delves into how pitched concrete roof tiles can offer a sustainable solution, as...
Prefab solution for Brechin campus
THE new £26 million Brechin Community Campus has benefited from “unique” advanced roofing techniques, according to membrane manufacturer Protan.
The three-level facility, designed and built...
Roofing and cladding contractors’ workloads remain ‘largely steady’ despite wider sector challenges
NEW research has highlighted the resilience being shown by UK roofing and cladding contractors, despite a challenging period for the wider construction sector.
NFRC’s (National...
MSPs learn about traditional building skills outside Scottish parliament
OVER 30 MSPs joined young people and construction industry representatives at a recent event to learn more about traditional building skills.
NFRC members were present...
New research reveals rare Angus roofs at ‘significant’ risk
HISTORIC Environment Scotland (HES) has published an audit report of Angus flagstone roofs, which shows that only around 240 buildings across Scotland have been...
Artist turns his life upside down
ARTIST Alex Chinneck’s project “Miner on the Moon” is an upside down house in London.
Norbord’s Sterling OSB proved invaluable to Alex, a fan...
Milestone marked in £4.2m refurbishment of A-listed Glasgow building
CLARK Contracts has completed the installation of roof lights at the 1889 hall at The Briggait Clydeside Market Hall in Glasgow.
The work comes as...
Rooflights prove a bright idea for new facility
BRETT Martin Daylight Systems has provided its Energysaver GRP rooflights for a new production facility in Bedfordshire, said to have created a ‘light, energy...
A glazed expression at station
OVER 1,200m2 of StoVentec Glass cladding has been used as part of the upgrade and refurbishment of Reading Station.
Specified by Grimshaw Architects, the glass...
NFRC report shows ‘significant deterioration’ in business confidence from UK roofers
THE National Federation of Roofing Contractor's (NFRC) latest State of the Roofing Industry Report has revealed a 'significant deterioration' in business confidence across the...
NFRC backs action on rogue traders, but warns reforms must work for reputable contractors
THE NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has welcomed the UK Government’s plans to tackle rogue traders and strengthen consumer protection in the home...
