ROOFING & CLADDING
FIRST-CLASS INSTALLER TRAINING AND SUPPORT
The main contractor , Swansea-based HJO Developments worked closely with Raum Architects during the construction to achieve an awardwinning level of finish .
The directors of HJO Developments ( Simon Orr and Christopher Jenkins ) have an accumulated military service of over 51 years , so they were well-equipped to tackle the challenge of learning new skills and working with a new material . Chris is in charge of running all of HJO Developments building sites ; he explains : “ I enjoy the prospect of working with different materials so when the architects Dan and Helen specified Catnic Urban , I promptly booked myself on to a training course at Catnic ’ s training facility along with our carpenters , Luke Howard and Alan Rees .
“ We ’ d definitely recommend doing the course . It was hugely beneficial . The content and delivery are first class as is the follow-up support . You learn what equipment is required and the skills to install the roof , all critical to the final result and a successful installation . It also provided us with useful contacts within Catnic to discuss any issues that might arise .
“ The ordering system was easy to use with support from Catnic , allowing us to specify our requirements and order everything within a week . As part of the initial design and ordering process , all of the connecting detail between the different materials was discussed at length and a solution agreed upon with the Catnic team before ordering .”
In a two to three-week timescale , the HJO Developments team installed 137 sqm of the 514mm profile , which is better suited to the harsh weather conditions experienced within the Gower area . The design was a large 42-degree duo-pitched roof with two walls clad to match the roof , tying into a large overhanging balcony area finished in Western Red Cedar .
“ The Catnic Urban is a nice product and once you know what you ’ re doing with it , creates a very contemporary finish . We all very much enjoyed working with the product ,” concludes Chris .
With a 25-year Confidex ® Home Guarantee , Catnic Urban ( previously known as Colorcoat Urban ) is a light-weight , versatile standing seam roof and wall cladding system . Made in the UK from pre-finished steel , it is rated A + under BRE certification , meaning it has the lowest overall environmental impact .
It is also available with Catnic SolarSeam , a bonded solar panel integration or supplied with clips for traditional crystalline solar panels .
Find out more about Catnic Urban visit www . catnic . com
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