Category Archives: New Build

Blackdown Green Roofs are installing a semi-intensive plug planted green roof at Riverwalk House in London, A brand new residential development on the north bank of the River Thames, the project is over 5 roof areas on a new apartment … More >>

Alumasc is committed to improving their internal and external operation and have adopted a new scheme – ‘investment in the future’.   Sam Clayden – South West Assistant Technical Manager Sam is new to the roofing industry and will be … More >>

Alumasc and Coates are working closely to provide our customers with a smooth transition from initial purchase to on-time delivery to site. Alumasc Roofing Systems has gained a reputation of giving their customers peace of mind when receiving their products … More >>

BluRoof is a roof designed to alleviate flood risk by reducing and controlling the peak rate of discharge in compliance with design requirements; facilitating the detention of stormwater, up to a prescribed maximum hydraulic head, for subsequent discharge over an elongated period … More >>

Blackdown semi-intensive green roofs provide the opportunity to increase the range of plant species used on the roof environment without having to specify an intensive system. Wildflower and drought tolerant planting can be used to great effect to provide increased bio-diversity and, at the same time, … More >>

Intensive green roof systems are becoming more and more common in highly populated city centres, driven by sustainability and water attenuation requirements, along with the need to create usable space. Intensive Green Roof Systems range from providing outdoor roof space at … More >>

Planting is all about the cultivation of plants which are wind, frost and drought resistant, require very little maintenance and are self-propagating. This type of vegetation will consist primarily of sedums, but can include herbaceous plants and grasses if the … More >>

Blackdown specialises in plant production, component supply, full system installation and maintenance of extensive, semi-intensive, bio-diverse and intensive roof planting systems. With nurseries in the Blackdown Hills in Somerset, and a long established background in horticulture, Blackdown offers clients expert … More >>

Urban Heat Island Effect Temperatures are known to be higher in urban areas relative to surrounding rural areas, due to the higher quantity of impermeable, reflective surfaces and increased population density. Green roofs reverse this effect by returning moisture to the environment through evapotranspiration, reducing … More >>

UK Roofing Awards have become an industry-wide event that recognise and reward outstanding standards of workmanship and safety within the roofing industry.   The competition, covering the full spectrum of 12 roofing disciplines, runs from September to January every year … More >>