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30/05/2017
Have you ever wondered where do slate roof tiles come from? From quarry to roof, natural slate goes a long way. Its manufacturing process is probably much more handcrafted you have ever imagined. Don’t miss these 6 steps showing how natural slate is produced! NATURAL SLATE PRODUCTION IN 6 STEPS Before quarrying, the expert geologists […]
30/05/2017
Although we tend to forget about it, the roof is an essential part of the house. Providing protection against weather conditions and temperature changes, it also helps keep the heat or cool indoors. Therefore, regular maintenance and roof cleaning are absolutely necessary in order to prevent roof degradation. When properly maintained, the roof is more […]
24/05/2017
There are many materials used today when building or renovating a home, but one of the most requested materials by homeowners is natural slate. Natural slate is sustainable, versatile, elegant, and able to be used both for roofing or cladding. Other materials may come and go in popularity, but slate has an everlasting appeal that […]
23/05/2017
The UK Roofing Awards has become one of the most relevant events of the roofing industry. This year the awards took place at the Park Plaza Hotel, Westminster Bridge in central London last Friday 19th May. Over 800 guests attended the awards ceremony, making it the largest event yet! This year’s Awards take on even greater […]

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16/05/2017
Photo by King Communications & Security Ltd Dalkeith Country Park is an estate of Dalkeith Palace, a unique piece of Scottish Heritage located 5 miles away from Edinburgh. Owned by the Duke of Buccleuch, it has been recently renewed with Heavy 3 slates and reopened its doors in summer 2016. The country park now features brand […]
10/05/2017
The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show is taking place next week (20-21 May) in Glasgow, and CUPA PIZARRAS will be there waiting for you at booth B142. Come to visit us at the SEC (Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW) from 10 am to 5 pm. This is why you should not miss this opportunity! All […]
10/05/2017
Slate has been used as a roofing material throughout Scotland since the middle ages, but when Scottish quarries closed between 1955 and the 1960s, Heavy 3 became the perfect choice for slate roofs. Its close similarity to the traditional highland slate from Ballachulish (no longer produced) has made it the best choice for repair and […]
27/04/2017
Celebrating the best in roofing, winners are commended for their standards of workmanship and safety. Don’t miss the shortlisted finalists! THE BEST IN THE ROOFING INDUSTRY The UK Roofing Awards is organized and hosted by the NFRC, which is the UK’s largest roofing trade association. For 2017, the awards will be held at Park Plaza Westminster […]
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