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The variations of the present days roof coverings stems from British history.  The 1666 Great Fire of London, saw the banishment of thatched roofs in the city, leading to the widespread use of clay tiles. The Romans initially made and used fired clay tile roofing in this country; however, revival of the craft took place in the medieval period as they provided a strong, fire-proof alternative to thatching. Clay roof tiles are a beautiful and understated legacy from the past that continue to echo generations of craftsmen’s skills in fashioning rich and colourful roofscapes out of common clay. Generations to come will still be able to enjoy the aesthetic beauty of clay. However, the shortage of coal fired clay tiles after the First World War saw the use of concrete roof tiles rise as they became extremely popular in re-roofing properties post -Blitz London where they were used to re-roof over a million damaged properties For post-war architects and engineers in the twentieth century, co

Eternit Thrutone slate offers striking aesthetics with its smooth surface, square cut edges and Blue Black colour. This lightweight roof slate is available in six colours and three shapes providing even more design flexibility.  With its low wastage and ease of installation Eternit Thrutone synthetic slates provide a cost-effective alternative to natural slates. The slate was designed for the increasing demand for a more cost effective traditional slate aesthetic at lower pitches and were subjected to wind tunnel testing for driving rain and deluge conditions, equivalent to a once in 50 year extreme weather event.  The weather tightness of roof tiles and slates decreases as the roof pitch gets lower as it takes longer for water to drain from the roof.  The extreme testing of these slates was carried out, to ensure that the low pitch installation of the slates could sustain severe weather conditions. The acrylic coating used on the slate surface provides good colour stability proven o

 The word ‘texture’ refers to both the tactile sensation created by a substance, and its appearance – which is apposite, as texture has the ability to influence the entire feel of a room. Commonly seen as a ‘finishing touch’ rather than a core design consideration, the importance of creating texture in Interior Design is often overlooked – at the peril of your interior’s success. The most stylish interior designs consider texture from the earliest stages of planning, knowing it can transform the sterile into the cozy, or condemn clean lines to looking cluttered. But you don’t need to be an interior designer yourself to use texture effectively – with our simple design principles, you can easily transform your interiors with texture.  Creating Texture in Interior Design: Tip 1 – Contrast and Complement Using a variety of different textures adds depth and comfort to a room – think smooth, clear walls, sleek linen sofas with shaggy sheepskin cushions and a coarse, rustic carpet. Or conside

Visible signs of condensation on the inside of your roof is an indicator that the roof is not properly ventilated, especially if this is noted in the colder months of the year. You may notice droplets of water (‘roof sweating’) or damp patches. Condensation can reduce the life expectancy of your roof coverings, insulation etc. Water vapour in the air causes a vapour pressure, the warmer the air, the greater capacity there is to contain moisture. Whilst this may have minimal effect on your day-to-day life, in the long term you damp problems may occur which could lead to rotting timber and water ingress Installing ventilation to the roof, regulates the temperature in the loft space.  Preventing the loft space from becoming too warm or too cold can reduce the build-up of moisture levels which reduces the risk of condensation. When you install roof vents to combat the risk of condensation, the regulated roof temperature also helps regulate the temperature throughout the property. This can