NZ Metal Roofing Manufacturers

Wairakei International Golf Course was already rated one of the top courses in the world when owner Gary  ane decided to make it even more special.

His vision was to create an environment where golf and the  atural habitat work in harmony. He wanted a pest-free environment within the golf...

By Graham Hepburn
Advances in technology over the years have meant that metal roofs have not only become more durable but also lighter.

Metal roofs have always been lighter than concrete tiles or slate but they have been refined to become progressively lighter over the years. The...

Zinc and storm water run-off
Article supplied courtesy of Jenny Bain, Rooflink

The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) has done an about turn on its earlier claim that zinc-based roofs were responsible for increased levels of zinc in harbour sediments. The ARC...

Whilst often referred to as retirement villages, Sanctuary Villas prefer to think the residents have done everything but retire. In fact the accent is on enjoying life without the stress and commitments of home maintenance, leaving village folk to pursue their individual pleasures.

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The Trafalgar Centre, designed by Alex Bowman and built in 1972, has served Nelson well. For a number of years, however, it has been unable to meet the operational requirements of modern sports and entertainment events or to accommodate growing numbers of spectators.

This is Stage 1 of a...

By Graham Hepburn

Metal roofs have long been recognised as one of the best ways to keep buildings weather-tight but most people probably don’t realise they are a shining example of waste reduction.
From manufacture to installation, metal roofing has come a long way  – not only is it...

Anyone visiting Devonport will be aware of the location of this highly visible landmark; The historic ST Francis De Sales Church building which was originally designed by Edward Mahoney and built in 1918, replacing the earlier church on the site. In 2008-2009 Phillip Hartley from Salmond Reed...

Piha Cafe By Graham Hepburn

A combination of traditional looks and new technology means the Piha Café sits comfortably within its seaside environment and, more importantly, will be kind to it.
The wooden homestead-like structure of the café has been designed so that the timber will...

Having a wealth of experience in both design and building Wayne Bishop embarked on the design and development of a lifetime...creating, designing and building an entire lifestyle environment.
A huge project, not to just design the subdivision but to design and build every home in what was...

Solar water heating panels and other air con equipment items located on top of the roof cladding effectively create an unwashed area. While in theory the rain can run down the pans the ribs do not get washed.
G12/AS2 the Acceptable Solution does not take this into account and in fact allows...