TRADITIONAL ROOFING was launched in 2023 to great acclaim from architects, other specifiers and roofing professionals alike.

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Inspired by this fantastic response, 10,000 printed copies and 15,000 digital editions of the 2024 Traditional Roofing supplement were once again distributed to readers.

Packed full of guidance, technical know-how and beautiful illustrative heritage case studies, Traditional Roofing celebrates the outstanding craftsmanship and sheer allure of heritage roofing.

2024 Traditional Roofing

Foreword – Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers makes a persuasive plea for retaining the ‘generational knowledge’ of seasoned roofing professionals and the sector’s capacity to pass on expertise to the upcoming generations through heritage skills training.

Dancing With the Devil in Mayfield – Engaging with forces beyond human control might just be the perfect metaphor for heritage roofing! This case study feature’s the extensive restoration of a plain tile roof featuring some fantastic mortar details, lead sheet elements and Goxhill tiles, in a project delivered by Ben Hockey and Damien Sharkey.

The Mega Reroofing of Chislet Barn – this case study relates how SIG Design & Technology flexibly supported Complete Roofing Contractors in the re-roofing of this huge (c. 2000m2) Grade II listed potato barn.

Enhancing Roof Durability: Understanding Lime Mortar Applications – Russell Blackaller, Director of Heritage Roofing Southwest explains the ‘Lime Cycle’ and the different types of lime suitable for heritage roofing applications.

Embracing Sustainability and Innovation in Roofing ISOLINE LOW LINE –  Onduline provides a step-by-step guide to installing their sub-roof system which allows slate and tile installations on normally prohibitively low pitched roofs. It means heritage roofs can be replaced with like-for-like materials even when modern standards would normally prevent their use.

Tackling Lead Erosion with Sacrificial Flashings – Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers knowledgeably sets out when lead sacrificial flashings are appropriate and some typical designs and applications.

The Transformation of a 1960s House with Tudor Handmade Clay Tiles – this case study follows the installation of Tudor Roof Tiles‘ handmade clay tiles specified by architect Chris Dyson Architects transforming the roofing and cladding of this property.

 

Heritage Roofing Case Studies

Preserving the Past and Enriching the Future – recording the re-roofing of ancient Grade I listed St. Mary Magdalene Church, this case study explains how Lifestiles collaborated to carefully match the existing clay roof tiles to ensure a seamlessly preserved roof.

The Roofing Gallery – collating some of the best roofing work in heritage and restoration projects from the Master Roofers UK community.

Delabole Slate. What’s the Attraction? – with characteristic good humour Russell Blackaller, Director of Heritage Roofing Southwest poses this question, to which he sings a paean of loving appreciation to this, his vernacular roofing stone.

Welsh Slate Helps Shed New Light at Brighton Dome – relating Welsh slate’s specification by architect FCB Studios on this landmark historic dome roof, this case study explains how Kingsley Roofing approached the installation and achieved the impressive outcome.

Bossing Lead in a Heritage Setting – sharing his conceptual approach to the specialist art of lead bossing, Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers provides expert insights into progressing practical skills.

From a Natural Pool to Natural Slate – Featured on Ch4’s  Grand Designs, CUPA PIZARRAS’s CUPA 12 slate was specified by Studio Fuse to help link architecture and nature achieving a result “in every sense beautiful”.

Heritage Roofing Guidance

A New Era for Heritage Rope Access? Alex Haslehurst, Director of Highlife Rope Access gives an entertaining account of how he arrived in the industry, while recognising the expanding role of rope access in delivering heritage skills.

Navigating Listed Building Consent: a Roofer’s Guide – A crucial step for roofers working on historic property, Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers outlines the process.

Preserving and Replicating Heritage Rainwater Systems – John Coe of Alumasc Water Management Solutions highlights the importance of the initial survey in specifying appropriate rainwater choices for heritage projects.

Training at the NCTS/Master Roofers Training Academy – Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers and Nigel Johnston of NCTS reflect on the drivers, successes and breadth of courses at this industry-leading training initiative.

Practical Rules for Natural Slating – Holing and Fixing – apparently simple, this is one of the most common areas for defects observed on slate roofs. Stewart Rowles, CEO of the Association of Master Roofers explains why correct holing and fixing is so important and how it it is achieved.

Stapehill Abbey, Dorset – Ankers and Rawlings specified Clement Conservation Rooflights for this recently converted, Grade II listed site. This case study outlines the characteristics that led to their specification.

>>See the 2023 launch edition of Traditional Roofing

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