Save time without compromising on aesthetics
At the end of last year, the government launched the Building Better, Building Beautiful commission to focus on the importance of beauty in new housing developments, challenging so-called bland design and low-quality homes. Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley discusses getting the balance right between speed and beauty of the roofing phase
What to look for in graded battens…
Alex Gill, communications manager for JB Red at Marley Eternit, explains what makes a BS 5534 compliant batten and how roofing contractors can spot defects
Reducing the risk and cost of on-site cutting
This month marks four years since the introduction of controlled cutting guidance to protect roofers from exposure to silica dust. Steve Bryceson, technical manager from Marley Eternit, warns this is still a serious issue today and explains why he feels fibre cement slates can help to further reduce the risk and cost of on-site cutting
Technical team tips – underlays and ventilation
As we head into 2019, Jamie Riddington from Marley’s technical team takes a look at one of the most common contractor queries – underlays and ventilation
Vertically challenging
Steve Bryceson, technical services manager at Marley Eternit, looks at the growing trend towards using clay roof tiles and fibre cement slates for vertical application, and discusses the benefits for contractors in offering a full envelope solution, including easy-to-install cladding products
A winter warning from Marley
With forecasters predicting the coldest and snowiest winter for decades, how should roofing contractors be preparing? Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley, gives his top tips on site safety and roof installation in winter
Marley says remember to stay ‘Safe in the Sun!’
With temperatures set to rocket, Marley is offering builders', roofers’, and contractors' tips on how to keep safe in the sun, with its latest campaign.
Marley launches ‘Safe in the Sun’ campaign
Marley has launched its ‘Safe in the Sun’ campaign to inform roofers and construction workers about the risks they face whilst working outdoors – and what they can do to protect themselves.
Eden – rewriting the book on pantiles
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, explains how its new Eden tile could transform traditional pantile installation, making it quicker and easier to install them to modern standards
Key areas to consider for a seamless low pitch roof
Stuart Nicholson, director of roof systems at Marley, outlines how best to approach the preparation and specification of tiles for low pitch roofs