Resources - Hints and Tips

24 Aug

This is a guide which describes how to sort, hold, cut, and fix slates, and outlines risks and safety precautions.
You can download a copy of it here. (more…)

13 Sep

Mosses are small flowerless plants that typically form dense green clumps or mats, often in damp or shady locations.

Moss growth in a garden can be slowed down by a number of methods: (more…)

21 Feb

There are two different methods of fixing roofing slates….

So which is the right option for your job?

When deciding which method to use you need to consider various factors;
The roofs exposure level to driving rain, the pitch of the roof and the size of the slate being used. You also…

19 Jun

Roofing is an industry particularly at risk of skin damage due to UV light and sun safety should always be paramount. Workers tend to be out in the sun all day in an elevated position, with many choosing to remove clothing for improved comfort in hotter conditions. When it’s…

28 Jan

People within the construction industry are increasingly aware of the environmental impact their buildings have on the planet. This is important to everyone, and people should be aware from the initial design phase right through to the last person onsite.

It is important that people throughout the industry know what…

21 Jul

Nowadays, more or less everything comes with a warranty. Don’t get us wrong – that’s a great thing. But it does add a layer of complexity to the buying process that most people don’t really consider.

Now, the commonly accepted wisdom is that a longer, broader warranty is better than…

17 Jul

You may not have been aware, but the slate market has been undergoing a slow but undeniable shift over the last few years. France, traditionally the largest consumer of natural slate in the world, has been showing less and less demand for slate for almost five years now.

Exciting stuff,…

21 May

The UK has a long history, with much of this reflected in the rich array of architecture across the country in thousands of listed buildings. Many of these lie in conservation areas, and due care and consideration is needed when renovations and other construction work is undertaken – both…

20 Apr

Completing a slate roof is a difficult task, but the end product is always worth it when compared to other materials.

Due to the nature of slate and the imperfections of natural materials, there will always be more work needed to get the slates graded for your roofing installation and…

15 Apr

Choosing the right slate for your roof is an important choice and should not be taken lightly. In addition to the size, thickness and type of slate, you should take into account the construction method, the building and its surroundings.

New Builds

New builds can often be designed in any manner…

27 Feb

The recently updated British standard will come into full effect this coming Sunday (1^st Mar), after the cross-over period from the change in the standard last August.

BS 5534:2014 “Slating and tiling for pitched roofs and vertical cladding. Code of practice” is a full revision of the standard, which is…

4 Feb

Low pitched roofing solutions are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners across the globe. We’ve put together this useful information which outlines the main things you need to know when working with these types of designs.

These particular roofs have a low angle so that they can incorporate a window and…