Tag: Welsh reclaimed slates
Tag: Welsh reclaimed slates
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
If you find water leaking through your flat roof, it could be roof shrinkage causing the problem. Roof shrinkage is a relatively common problem in flat and low-pitched roofs that many homeowners have not heard of. Roof shrinkage is not caused by the actual roof shrinking, but rather the shrinkage of the EPDM membrane that
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
Make an informed decision about the best material for your roof by finding out more about the differences between tiles and slates. Your roof is your first line of defence against the elements, protecting you and your property’s structure from damp and damage. When choosing the right material for your roof, there are many different
Slate is a strong and beautiful natural material that can be used for a variety of purposes around the home. Most of the slate in the world is mined in order to be made into roof tiles due to its durability and excellent weather resistance. Slate is also popularly used indoors as floor and wall
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
…for UNESCO world heritage site status The Welsh slate quarry landscape in Gwynedd, North Wales is to be nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status. If the bid is successful, the area could join the likes of the Taj Mahal and the Great Barrier Reef on the list of the world’s most significant sites of outstanding
Cut the cost of expensive roof repairs with these three money-saving tips. Whether you’ve got a few missing roof tiles that need to be replaced, or a roof suffering from nail sickness that requires a complete overhaul, the advice in this blog could help to keep the repair costs down. Shop around for parts and
Concerned about your roof? Here are four signs that it may need replacing. Your roof protects your home from the elements, and a damaged roof will be less effective at performing this important job. An old or damaged roof can start to let water in, causing serious structural damage to your home over time. It’s
If your property starts to regularly lose roof tile it could be suffering from ‘nail sickness’. Nail sickness is a term used for a roofing problem caused by the natural deterioration of the nails holding the roof tiles in place. It is a problem that naturally occurs over a long period of time as the
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