Tag: Refurbishing A Slate Roof
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Tag: Refurbishing A Slate Roof
Slate is Too Expensive The most common gut-reaction when it comes to using slate is thinking that this stone is too expensive for a budget. On the contrary, slate can be affordable, with a range of options available to meet most budget requirements. With the recent entry of Chinese and Spanish slates into the British market, it
In the midst of Storm Ciara, we take a look at what you can do to prepare your roof when there is storm on the way. Next time there’s a big storm on the way, don’t batten down the hatches until you’ve checked that your roof is safe and secure. Whilst the UK usually escapes
Does your property need a new roof? Here’s how much you should expect it to set you back. Replacing your property’s roof is an expensive job, so it’s always best to seek advice from an expert on whether a new roof is necessary or if your existing roof could still be repaired or restored. Signs
…Which is the eco-friendliest option? Worried about your roof’s environmental impact? Discover which of these common roofing materials is the eco-friendliest option. To understand the environmental impact of your roof it’s important to consider several factors including the way the material was extracted and how the product was manufactured and transported. Here’s a quick guide
Use eco-friendly materials when building or repairing your roof to help look after our planet and fight climate change. There are many different factors that should be considered when assessing how environmentally-friendly different roofing materials are. Here are some of the key questions you should ask yourself when searching for an eco-friendly building material. How
The UK’s slate industry had its heyday during the industrial revolution, but since the rise of cheap, man-made materials in the 20thcentury the industry has diminished significantly. Whilst many of the UK’s slate quarries have now closed their doors, there are still a few quarries in operation up and down the country producing beautiful, high
Replacing your roof tiles can be an expensive job, so it’s important to make sure you choose the right material. If you’re renovating your roof and can’t decide between clay or concrete roof tiles, we’ve put together some information about the key differences between the two to help you make up your mind. Concrete and
The landscape of North Wales has been irrevocably changed by the roaring success of region’s slate industry in the 18thand 19thcenturies. Slate from the region is some of the highest quality in the world, and during the industry’s peak it was being shipped all around the world. It is even said that Welsh slate “roofed