All Roofing articles – Page 8

  • News

    View from the rooftop

    2008-05-16T00:00:00Z

    ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø’s 99% campaign highlighted the need to drastically improve the energy efficiency of existing stock. Here, Greg Slater of PRP Architects considers what needs to be done to upgrade the nation’s housing

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    Acoustic tiles for green roofs

    2008-05-16T00:00:00Z

    Rubbertech, which specialises in the use of recycled rubber for flooring systems, has launched the Balconeze Acoustic Ceramic Tile that has been designed for use on roof gardens and balconies.

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    News

    Corus’s new steel roofs

    2008-04-29T15:22:00Z

    Eco-project showcases new standing seam option

  • Features

    Ventilation tiles

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    The new Redland ThruVent tile has been developed for high-level roofspace ventilation, mechanical extraction and soil ventilation.

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    Metal roofing systems

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Euroclad has launched its Elite Systems range for roofs and walls.

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    Roof lights

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Glidevale has introduced the Sunscoop, a discreet way to increase natural daylight in dark rooms and passages.

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    Solar shed roofing: Hello, sunshine

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Large industrial sheds are difficult and expensive to heat but a new system that turns the building into a huge solar collector can warm the inside space, cut carbon emissions and meet the demand for renewables. Stephen Kennett reports

  • Features

    Semi-gloss finishes

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Ward Insulated Panels has launched an eco-friendly, natural colour coated system for its range of wall and roofing panels.

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    Wood-grained PVCu facias

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Swish ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø Products has launched a range of M-Boss roofline products.

  • Features

    Curved silver roof

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    A curved silver roof from Ash & Lacy has been used to top a new sports hall at St. Bede’s school in Cambridge.

  • Features

    Aluminium roof

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    More than 10,000m2 of aluminium composite panels from Reynobond Architecture were used to clad and roof the Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly in l’Orient, France.

  • Features

    Zinc-look aluminium

    2008-02-08T00:00:00Z

    Tradzinc is the latest cladding product from Rigidal Systems.

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    What to remember: Glass roofs

    2007-10-05T00:00:00Z

    Glass roofs don’t look stunning without effort – specifiers must consider light, heat, ventilation, strength and maintenance. Peter Caplehorn of Scott Brownrigg explores the options

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    Features

    Georgious Washington

    2007-02-02T00:00:00Z

    Roofing If you liked the British Museum’s Great Court roof, you’re going to love its designers’ spectacular covering for the Smithsonian Institution in Washington.

  • Features

    What to remember: Roofs

    2006-10-06T00:00:00Z

    Roofs are those things that keep the rain off us when we’re watching TV, aren’t they? Well, yes, but properly specified they have all sorts of other uses. Peter Caplehorn of Scott Brownrigg looks at the options

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    Whole-life costs: Concrete vs steel

    2006-06-23T00:00:00Z

    What are the environmental, capital cost and lifetime cost differences between a building with a steel frame and one built using concrete? David Weight of cost consultant Currie & Brown applies the firm’s Live Options modelling system to find out

  • Features

    Costs: Liquid roof waterproofing systems

    2006-06-02T00:00:00Z

    Liquid roof waterproofing systems offer a versatile range of options. Peter Mayer of ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø LifePlans reviews these and their whole life costs

  • Features

    Costs: Rooflights

    2006-04-07T13:01:00Z

    Dome rooflights are a great way to get light into a building. Peter Mayer of ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø LifePlans considers the specification options, durability and whole-life costs

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    Costs: Flat roofs

    2006-02-01T16:35:00Z

    High-performance built-up bitumen coverings have expected service lives in excess of 20 years. Peter Mayer of ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø LifePlans considers some options and whole-life costs for flat roofs

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    Costs: Single-ply membranes for flat roofs

    2005-06-02T16:33:00Z

    Choosing the right single-ply membrane is not simple, especially as the options are often difficult to compare. Peter Mayer of ºÚ¶´ÉçÇø LifePlans looks at some of the more common choices