A building that delivers a contemporary take on Scottish history has been made fit for the future using technically advanced textiles.
Strathisla Roofing has completely re-roofed The Broch in Perth by mechanically fixing Protan SE1.6mm single ply PVC membrane, new thermal insulation and a Protan vapour control layer. This, they say, will enable the building to continue to be the heart of the development for decades to come.
The project was more complex than a simple refurbishment of a block of flats; the six storey apartment block contains 20 flats, including a duplex penthouse in a circular structure that replicates the lines of Scotland’s traditional fortified farms dating back 2,500 years.
Kevin Easson, managing director of Strathisla Roofing, explained: “The main roof is predominantly semi-circular, with a rectangular insert. We also had to address the usual residential roof penetrations, roof safety system, and detail around the penthouse rooflight. The building itself is less than a decade old, so the roof shouldn’t have been failing already. The owners therefore wanted a solution that wouldn’t fail them and give greater longevity than the fibreglass that had been used initially. Protan is proven to last over 30 years, even in the harsh Scandinavian climate where it was developed, so should withstand the Scottish highlands’ weather!”
