21 July 2015

Roof condensation CPD improved and updated by Klober

Klober has updated its ‘Elimination of condensation in roofs’ CPD presentation, which examines how to provide ‘breathing roofs’ to prevent the formation of condensation in the roofspace. Certified by the Construction CPD Certification Service, it covers the use of vapour permeable and air-open underlays in cold and warm roof specifications. It features specific reference to[…]

  • 21 July 2015

09 July 2015

UK Roofing Awards celebrates tenth anniversary

Hosted by BBC’s Louise Minchin and NFRC CEO Ray Horwood at the Hilton London Metropole, the ceremony recognised excellence in roofing, as well as individuals and organisations that go above and beyond the call of duty. Lakesmere also won the Vertical Cladding/Rainscreen award for the National Graphene Institute, Manchester To mark the tenth anniversary of[…]

  • 09 July 2015

08 July 2015

Roofing system specified for historic apartment block refurbishment

Hampton Court and Richmond Court are two historic apartment blocks, located in Birmingham. They have recently undergone a £2.9m refurbishment for the city’s council. As part of the project, the buildings’ old roofs were stripped back for structural assessment to determine whether a World War II bombing had caused any lasting damage. After the results[…]

  • 08 July 2015

07 July 2015

Innovative Domus Radial Duct System recognised as best product

Domus Radial Polypipe has been recognised at the Housebuilder Product Awards for three consecutive years. Domus Radial won the award for its innovative design that delivers increased air flow whilst offering an easy installation process and quiet whole house system. The product is specifically designed for use with whole house centralised ventilation appliances, including Mechanical[…]

  • 07 July 2015

02 July 2015

Liquid waterproofing solution specified for National Sperm Bank

Due to the roof’s age, a precautionary refurbishment was required to protect the building from potential leaks. Based on the initial survey, it was decided that the single ply was in good enough condition for the overlay of a new product. The National Sperm Bank is part of Birmingham Women’s Hospital To seamlessly cover the[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Prater appointed for London’s Selfridges roof refurbishment

The Selfridge’s on Oxford Street is one of many high profile projects that Prater have worked on in the capital. The £800,000 refurbishment will see the north and south areas of the roof renovated, featuring a built-up single plyroofing systems incorporating a perforated Tata Roofdeck D200 with mineral fibre acoustic batts. A support structure will[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Roof design software and prefabricated single ply assist in value engineering

By looking beyond ‘up front’ material costs, contractors could save themselves from being left exposed with a reduced profit potential. There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the job – including how much labour is involved – and if they are not considered, they can cause dispute when specifications are changed to[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Roof design software & prefabricated single ply assist in value engineering

By looking beyond ‘up front’ material costs, contractors could save themselves from being left exposed with a reduced profit potential. There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the job – including how much labour is involved – and if they are not considered, they can cause dispute when specifications are changed to[…]

  • 02 July 2015

30 June 2015

Roofing products donated to fire-damaged dog rescue home

The fire started in Dawsmere Kennels’ reception area; it tragically resulted in the loss of three rescue dogs. Thanks to Icopal’s generous roofing products donation, Dawsmere Kennels is one step closer to getting back on its feet Since the devastation, local businesses and customers have joined together to help the charity re-build the damaged area.[…]

  • 30 June 2015

26 June 2015

Decra roof tiles and underlays set industry benchmark

BS 5534 provides the industry with guidance on best practice relating to the installation of pitched roofs, as well as the changes to the standard focus on improving the security of the roof structure. Three elements of the standard have been revised – fixing, mortar bedding and underlays. Decra roof tiles and underlay products are[…]

  • 26 June 2015