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The challenge of meeting the UK’s housing needs will only be met if we address the prolonged skills shortage, improve the gender imbalance, and suitably train the next generation of workers. In fact,the importance of providing quality training to ensure candidates can thrive in their chosen sector…
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Lockdown Update from Proteus Waterproofing
Following the Government’s announcement regarding a lockdown commencing from Thursday 5th November, we would like to notify…
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Will blue roofs be the answer to Britain’s flooding problem?
It would seem that flooding is now a regular occurrence for thousands of people across the UK. Whole communities are being…
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PROTEUS LEADS SUPPORT FOR CHARITY BOAT RACE
Proteus Waterproofing is set to be the headline sponsor for the 2020 Dragon Boat Regatta in Marlow, Buckinghamshire on…
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Could this be the way to end chronic skills shortages in roofing?
Time is running out for the construction industry if we seriously want to reverse chronic skills shortages and attract more…
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H20 IS THE WAY TO GO!
Here, at Proteus Waterproofing, we are aware that keeping our team hydrated will aid them to perform at their very best…
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ROZALIND RECOGNISED FOR ‘ROOFING’ EXCELLENCE AT INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
Proteus Waterproofing’s Operations Manager Rozalind Richardson has received the prestigious ‘Eliana Coulter Award for…
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In roofing, blue is the new green
In the UK, climate change appears to be manifesting in record high summer temperatures and unparalleled levels of flooding…
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Flat roofs – a waste of space?
Absolutely not!!! Proteus can offer advice and expertise to support your green roof installation, no matter how large or…
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Future Roof Insulation Means Taking Care Of The Detail
With continued pressure from Government and environmentalists to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability, there…
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Proteus Spartans - We are the Champions!
On Thursday 2nd May, the Proteus Spartans took to the water for the LRWA Dragon Boat Race Regatta and left with the gold…
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Will We Ever See An End To The Lowest Possible Price?
There is one major factor, the elephant that is constantly in the room, that dictates almost everything that happens in the…
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Waterproofing communal areas and keeping disruption to a minimum
If you have ever considered installing a new floor or carpet you will understand the problems and the potential disruption…
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Going For Gold - FORS Accreditation
Proteus Waterproofing – Going for Gold
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Roofing contractors – it’s time to get out of your comfort zone and upskill!
Roofing is an industry steeped in tradition and some would say that this conservative approach has meant a reluctance to use…
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At last – a membrane that can really be called green
When the industry talks about green roofs they are usually referring to designs that feature plants, sedum, landscaping or a…
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Green roofs - turning the impossible into reality
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How long before new legislation forces the bitumen felt market to change?
Bitumen has always had a bit of a bad record when it comes to getting an excellent fire rating. It must be emphasised of…
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Protecting green roofs from fire
Contrary to popular belief it is almost impossible to start a fire on a green roof according to most experts. Fears that…
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From Green concrete to Green roof in three days
It is now possible to go from green concrete to green roof in just three days. There will of course be many who say it…
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Roofing comes in from the cold
Building owners have become increasingly nervous in recent years about sanctioning the use of any kind of naked flame at…
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Is this the big wake up call for flat roofing?
Time is money in every area of construction – get it wrong and budgets quickly turn to overspend resulting in disgruntled…
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All other membranes look obsolete compared to Cold-Melt®
A new kind of waterproof membrane – BBA certified, green, seamless and so tough that it is guaranteed to last as long as the…
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Will health issues dominate the flat roofing market?
Flat roofing repairs, particularly in confined spaces, have long been known to cause discomfort to operatives and those…
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Proteus Waterproofing Awarded FORS Bronze Accreditation
Proteus Waterproofing is pleased to announce that it has been recognised by the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme and has…