Clay Tiles, Roof Slate, and Environmental Sustainability
Construction materials account for 20% of the UK’s ecological footprint, 19% of the UK’s total greenhouse gas emissions, and 30% of all UK freight transport (Building Futures). In a world where climate change is accelerating, any actions we take now will be felt for generations to come. At Lifestiles, we take our commitment to environmental […]
The World of Clay Roofs
Whilst we at Lifestiles are UK based and provide handmade tiles for period and prestige properties in the country, we take an interest in all matters relating to historical buildings and all forms of roofing materials. This month, we thought we’d take a look at some vernacular architecture from around the world which involves clay […]
Some classic clay Lifestiles roofs revisited
Ashbury Berkshire | Crowthorne, Berkshire The Berkshire is named after this project, having initially been named the Bedgebury and the Bardfield at various times. Crowthorne in Berkshire is well-known for its association with Wellington College, a respected boarding school opened as a memorial to the Duke of Wellington in 1859. Darren Naish of Raven Roofing […]
Clay roof tile certification
When purchasing clay roof tiles, it is essential to look for CE markings and find out whether the tiles meet BS EN 1304:2013 standards. Clay Roof Tile Standard: BS EN 1304:2013 A document titled Clay roofing tiles and fittings – Product definitions and specifications document outlines the details of the British Standard BS EN 1304:2013. […]
How to match roof tiles with your roof pitch
The pitch of your roof is essential to both its function and its aesthetics. Whether you are building from scratch or renovating an old home, considering the pitch is important when deciding which roof tiles are most appropriate. What style of building? If your renovating an existing roof or already have the specifications, you’ll know […]
