Raising roofing standards
Gavin White, technical product manager at Marley Eternit, argues that more needs to be done to ensure consistent use of BS 5534 across the industry and explains why a campaign to get the standard included in the Approved Documents to the Building Regulations is good news for contractors
Extensions innovation
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, explains how a new low pitch tile will give contractors more choice for extension projects.
To breathe or not to breathe?
Phillip Wallis, technical team manager from Marley Eternit, answers common underlay queries...
Roofing and the circular economy
As the construction industry increases its focus on circular building practices, Katie Prestidge, from Marley Eternit, discusses the need to reduce waste and increase re-use in the roofing sector
Designer dry verge
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, discusses the growing demand for interlocking concrete plain tiles and explains how dry verge innovations are helping contractors to achieve a sleeker aesthetic.
Technical tips – clay plain tiles
Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley Eternit, answers contractor questions about installing clay plain tiles
Timesaving cladding can help contractors diversify
Jayne Arkell, national sales manager at Marley Eternit, discusses the growing demand for fibre cement cladding and the opportunities it presents for contractors
UK roofs must be prepared for extreme weather
The snow storms this winter have certainly been a test for the weather-resistance of pitched roofs in the UK. Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley Eternit, says high quality dry fix systems are essential to make sure roofs are prepared for future extreme weather events.
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
Setting the standard for dry fix systems
With a new Dry Fix Standard set to be launched following concerns about inconsistencies in quality between systems, Gavin White, product manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the implications for roofing contractors and how purchasing dry fix systems from an established manufacturer can help them get ready for the new Standard.