As with all materials, when scarcity and price put the commonplace out of reach most builders and homeowners will seek out an alternative. This is as true today as it was in the 1970s when, with the cost of asphalt roofs increasing by the day, consum...
Robust, malleable, and brilliantly low-maintenance, lead flashing is the key to an enduring water and leak-proof roof structure. It creates an incredibly long-lasting and high-strength seal for your roof or chimney, with a myriad of ways in which it ...
It’s been almost 60 years since we first started using EPDM to protect our roofs and today it is still one of the most popular choices for professionals and homeowners alike. It is long-lasting, low-maintenance, environmentally friendly, lightweigh...
Membranes see use on buildings up and the UK, offering a variety of benefits not least of which is helping to ensure our roof's longevity. Breather membranes are one such example. They are one of the most important elements of any roof, and as such, ...
Lead flashing is a staple of many homes, both modern and traditional. It has been used for hundreds of years, and to this day is considered one of the most effective ways to weatherproof certain sections and joints on a structure. In all its years of...
The roof is one of the most important, if not the most important aspect of an agricultural building. Whether housing livestock, machinery or produce, ensuring sturdy and resilient protection is of the utmost importance, especially in rural conditions...
Roofing sheets are an undoubtedly popular roofing material used consistently by industry professionals and DIYers alike. From agricultural buildings to storage units, livestock houses to garden sheds, roofing sheets accommodate a huge range of differ...
Classic Bond or Firestone? It’s a question that crops up a lot for those of us looking to cover our roofs with brand new EPDM. A natural one, considering both are world-leading manufacturers and both boast membranes that are strong, durable, and ve...
Every loft, big or small requires a way to get into it and for most of us that way is a loft ladder. These are much more than a simple means of getting from one from place to another however, they are a safety feature in of themselves with a myriad o...
Roof tiles can need replacing for a whole host of reasons. A heavy storm may have led your tiles to break or come loose. Maybe time has worn away the material and your tiles have simply reached the end of their lifespan. Or perhaps you’d just like ...
When it comes to Sustainable homes, a conversation can hardly be had without mentioning Insulation. A well-insulated home ensures that your interior is kept warm in the winter and cool in the summer thus cutting down on energy costs and the associate...
If you could go back only a few decades you would see that flat roofing, as a whole, did not have the best reputation. Often getting damaged, letting water in and needing replacing. However, the times have changed, and with new materials developed to...
