Following approval from East Herts Council, a disused estate has been regenerated to include a multi-million pound supermarket and maltings. The site is now home to a large ASDA store, which has brought more than 100 jobs to the local community in Ware, Hertfordshire.
Bracknell Roofing was appointed as the roofing contractor for this project by the main contractor Mace Group. Working closely together, the two companies specified suitable roofing materials to meet the major criterion for this project – achieving a balance between cost and quality aesthetics.
Approximately 40,000 500x250mm of Cembrit Duquesa natural slates were specified in grey and installed by Bracknell Roofing. The natural slates provide a striking design on the new 2000m² mansard roof, and the existing 800m² building.
Cembrit says Duquesa is a tough material with a smooth texture that will provide an attractive and long lasting roof covering for a wide variety of projects.
It is available in a variety of sizes to suit individual requirements and has a smooth, even texture, which aids the preservation of the finish. The hard surface also ensures the slate can withstand the most severe weather conditions and remain unaffected by sunlight, ultraviolet light and even acid rain.
Duquesa slate is a tough natural material which has been tested to ensure it meets the current national standard, BS EN 12326-1:2004. Cembrit ensures all its slates meet the relevant regulations, as it gives specifier’s the peace-of-mind that any product coming from Cembrit is up to standard.
