A colour of many coats provides rich texture for homes

A colour of many coats provides rich texture for homes

A multi-coat render system has been specified for a house builder’s award-winning ‘zero carbon’ development. The high performance Weber.rend MT multi-coat render system from...
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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...

Crime novelist aiming to start new chapter at Metrotile UK

AREA sales manager Rod Glen has joined lightweight steel roofing firm Metrotile UK, with the aim of helping to continue the firm’s 30 per...
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How will permitted development rights impact businesses in Scotland?

Earlier this year, the Scottish Government announced plans to ease permitted development rights (PDRs) for rooftop solar installations. With the new proposals having now...

A taste of traditional building skills for Scottish schoolchildren

A traditional roof slating demonstration will be undertaken by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) as part of a unique event in Callander. On...
Roof slating and tiling competition

Roofing and cladding supply chain invited to AI-powered skills forum

THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is set to host an AI-powered skills forum next month. Delivered in partnership with the Liquid Roofing and...

Bilco ‘hatches’ a successful plan for historic castle project

SPONSORED ARTICLE BLAIR Castle is located near the village of Blair Atholl in Perthshire and is one of Scotland's most famous landmarks. The category A-listed...
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Entries sought for NFRC Scottish Roofing Awards 2025

ENTRIES have opened for the NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) Scottish Roofing Awards 2025. Organisers are seeking nominations for projects completed between 1 August...

Roof tile manufacturer sets £50,000 charity target

LOCHMABEN-based roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has set a target of raising £50,000 for good causes this year. Called 'Give 4 Good', the...
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Welsh Slate chosen for Glasgow hospice

WELSH Slate was specified for the new £21 million Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park. The building features Welsh Slate’s Penrhyn...

Giving the lowdown on high-end single-ply roofing solutions

Roof waterproofing is not a game of chance. Errors at any stage of the installation process, particularly avoidable ones, could have costly ramifications. Correct...

Proposed changes to planning process for rooftop solar in Scotland welcomed

SAVILLS director Thomas McMillan, who is also the chair of Solar Energy Scotland, has welcomed plans by the Scottish Government to ease permitted development...

Time to shine a light on the ‘invisible illness’

Earlier this year, data released by the Office for National Statistics revealed the risk of suicide among low-skilled male labourers, particularly those working in...

Roof-mounted solar installs complete at Dundee care homes

FORSTER Group has completed the installation of 280 roof-mounted solar panels at two Dundee care homes. Project Scotland reported in December that the two homes,...

Construction charity backs new programme to help ex-offenders enter roofing sector

THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is pioneering a programme which aims to help reintegrate prisoners into the workforce and help alleviate sector skills gaps. The...
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Procast to provide key services on decarbonisation and renewables framework

SCOTTISH principal contractor Procast Group is set to take a key role on an £800 million decarbonisation and renewables framework in the Midlands. The firm...
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Prestwick Leisure Club transformation work extended

SOUTH Ayrshire Council has confirmed works to transform Prestwick Leisure Club are being extended. The project started last August and a new roof has already...

Sika upgrades popular liquid-applied solution

SIKA recently announced the launch of its Sikalastic-652N, described as an upgraded version of one of its most popular liquid-applied single-component polyurethane waterproofing membranes,...

‘Timeless design’ for new luxury Ayrshire homes

A new luxury housing development in south Ayrshire has opted for a natural slate roof to help give a “timeless look” to the properties. Ladywell...

Outdoor construction workers urged not to underestimate winter weather risks

WITH the UK poised to embrace sub-zero temperatures next week, roofing specialist Marley has provided some guidance to help roofers and other outdoor construction...