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05.02.08

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Current European Freeze Thaw Standards require plain clay tiles for use in the U.K. to withstand at least 100 freeze / thaw cycles under method D of European Standard EN 539-2:2006.   When the new universal European test method E is adopted in the U.K, a top level of only 150 cycles may be deemed acceptable.   U.K. manufacturers regard this as too low.    Dreadnought Tiles will withstand in excess of 400 cycles under this new test. View dreadnought test certificate.

We know from experience that Dreadnought Tiles last for in excess of 100 years.  In fact there are many cases where second hand Dreadnought Tiles sell for more than new tiles.

Poor performance in freeze/thaw test are an indication of the potential for the delamination of clay roof tiles over time, as moisture held within the pores of the tiles expands when frozen.

Certain imported clay roof tiles have failed to comply with test method D (100 cycles) contact us if you are concerned or require further information.

17.07.07

Dreadnought Launches CPD seminars on the subject of - Plain Clay Roof Tiles, Design and Aesthetic Considerations.

Following demand from a number of architect, Dreadnought has put together a CPD presentation covering the production and different options available in the choice and specification of plain clay roof tiles.  This seminar has been approved by the RIBA and forms part of the Core Curriculum.

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15.01.07

Dreadnought Exhibiting at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre

Dreadnought Tiles have a wide ranging display at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre where Dreadnought Tile colours in large panels can be viewed together with Roof components and fittings.

The National Self Build & Renovation Centre is a unique permanent exhibition where you can learn about all the important issues with building or renovating a house or view a wide array of building products.  The exhibits cover all aspects of building or renovating your own home, including finance, design and planning and much more. 

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25.05.06

Dreadnought Tiles win best self-build clay roof at the 2006 Clay Roof Awards

Dreadnought Tiles dominated the best “Self Build Clay Roof” category at the “2006 Clay Roofing Awards” held in London on Wednesday 24th May, with their Staffordshire Blue plain clay tile.  A stunning property in Branksome Park Poole, took first prize with second place going to a property in Bedworth entirely built by the owners, both houses were tiled with Dreadnought Staffordshire Blue “natural” plain clay roof tiles.

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1.05.2006      

Dreadnought Tiles grace roof of Sandbanks house on the market for £11m
       
This house featured in the Sunday Times Homes Section on the 12th April 2006 is on the market for £11 Million.

The roof is tiled with 16,000 Staffordshire Blue Dreadnought Tiles and fittings, which crown this palatial house.  These tiles have been used on a number of prestigious properties in the Poole area.

The roofing contractor was GM Spicer, who carry out quality roofing in the Dorset area.

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