Safe in the snow

In winter, icy weather and shorter periods of daylight mean there is more potential for accidents to occur on construction sites, particularly when working at height. Katie Prestidge, from Marley Eternit, explains the precautions that should be taken by all roofers to stay safe on site this winter

Face up to sun safety

With outdoor workers at higher risk of skin cancer, premature ageing and eye damage from exposure to UV rays, Howard Buckley, company EHS manager at Marley, says all roofers should take simple steps to protect themselves this summer.

To breathe or not to breathe?

Phillip Wallis, technical team manager from Marley Eternit, answers common underlay queries...

The problem with condensation

Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley Eternit, discusses the challenge of condensation in housing projects and takes a look at common roof ventilation problems

BS 8612: A guide to the new dry fix standard

Alex Gill, roof systems specialist at Marley Eternit, analyses the new dry fix standard that has come into effect and what this means for you

Technical FAQ – interlocking slates

Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley, answers contractor questions about interlocking slates

“Mixed messages” for Zero Carbon 2016

Gavin White, product manager at Marley Eternit, gives contractors an update on the changes to the Code for Sustainable Homes and Zero Carbon, and discusses the current consultation on small site exemptions

Shingles – it’s all in the label

By Sarah Buchanan, marketing product manager at Marley Eternit

Technical talk

From the use of fibre cement slates with breathable membranes, to concerns about low pitch roofs with longer rafter lengths, Phillip Wallis, technical team manager from Marley Eternit, answers some of the latest queries from roofing contractors

Building a strong economy in 2015

Paul Reed, sales and marketing director at Marley Eternit, discusses what impact the continuing economic recovery will have on the roofing and cladding industry and the key trends, challenges and opportunities to look out in 2015