Consider roof space when tackling mould

HOUSING providers are being urged to consider roof space when tackling mould. Klober said mould and damp can lead to health risks such respiratory problems,...

What’s the best approach to metal roof refurbishment?

Neil Humphries, metal roofing specialist for Sika Liquid Plastics’ Sika Pro-Tecta range discusses specification considerations for metal roof remediation projects HARDWEARING and long-lasting, metal roofs...

Eye in the sky: the rising role of drones in roofing

THE use of drones in the roofing sector is surging – and it’s not difficult to see why. The technology is ideally placed to reach...
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Station project is a blazing triumph

PROTEUS Waterproofing has completed a challenging roof refurbishment project at Tollcross Fire Station in Edinburgh
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Roofing contractors remain optimistic despite ongoing challenges

NEW research has found that roofing contractors are enduring mixed fortunes at the moment, with 'stagnating' workloads and new enquiries, but also signs of...

Hybrid solution earns top marks at new school

A hybrid roofing membrane from Sika was utilised to provide a watertight finish for a new school built using offsite construction techniques. To meet performance...
USING Trespa’s Meteon panels, a £2m affordable housing scheme in London includes latticed façades inspired by ivy vines.

Creepy cladding – Vine decoration for London scheme

USING Trespa’s Meteon panels, a £2m affordable housing scheme in London includes latticed façades inspired by ivy vines. Featuring shared ownership, social rent and large...

Zinc helps shed light on construction heritage

ROOFING and facades from VMZINC have helped bring to life the Engine Shed in Stirling, Historic Environment Scotland’s national conservation centre. ANTHRA-ZINC standing seam, flat...
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Glidevale Protect membranes take key role at InverTay Homes project in Dundee

BUILDING products manufacturer Glidevale Protect is supplying its construction and roofing membranes for a new timber frame housing development being constructed by InverTay Homes...

Bathgate roofing firm spreads festive cheer with £10,000 giveaway

WEST Lothian resident Judy Irons has been named as the lucky winner in Bathgate company Taylor Roofs’ biggest ever competition giveaway. Anyone who accepted the...
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Roof upgrade makes a splash in Tollcrosss

OWNED by Glasgow City Council and operated by Glasgow Life, Tollcross International Swimming Centre has been the venue for a number of high-profile swimming...

Roof windows add style to Scottish projects

Fakro roof windows have been used to enhance two separate Scottish projects. Phase one of the restoration and extension of the Larbert House and Country...

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...

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...

Tackling climate change with greener rooftops

Green roofs can play their part in helping urban environments fight the impact of global warming. Flat roofs have become an untapped resource for...
DALES Fabrications, which manufactures aluminium eaves products, had their products specified for a college project where the requirement was to combine a visual statement with a relaxing environment for pupils.

Sharp thinking sees blades make their debut on college job

DALES Fabrications, which manufactures aluminium eaves products, had their products specified for a college project where the requirement was to combine a visual statement...

Roof tile manufacturer officially opens £2 million upgraded plant

PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has officially unveiled its new £2 million upgraded utility plant at its site at Lochmaben. The project...

Kilmarnock-based business joins hub supply chain framework

HUB South West has welcomed Kilmarnock-based Hugh LS McConnell to its supply chain framework as a new Tier 1b contractor partner. This means the company,...

Ventilation solutions to eradicate risk, liability and cost in social housing

Damp, condensation and mould growth remain perennial problems in social housing.

Virus response shows the true value of trade bodies

THE Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the roofing and cladding sector, with businesses and individuals operating in this field having to...