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About The Reclaimed Company, Historic Building Restoration

Heritage Roofing York | The Reclaimed Company

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heritage roofing york
13
Jul

Heritage roofing York What’s on Offer from The Reclaimed Company York is a city shaped by history, and many of its buildings demand a careful, informed approach when roof repairs or restoration works are undertaken. At The Reclaimed Company, we help support that process by supplying reclaimed roofing materials, heritage-compatible ancillaries and practical product knowledge […]

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Reclaimed Water Tanks

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Riveting
04
Nov

Reclaimed garden features Reclaimed Water Tanks | Practical, Characterful and Ready for a Second Life Reclaimed water tanks are among the most versatile salvaged items you can bring into a garden or interior project. Their riveted galvanised finish, useful proportions and weathered character make them ideal for planters, table bases, water features and rainwater storage. […]

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informative posts, Reclaimed Slates

Know Your Roof Slates | A Guide to Slates New and Old

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03
Aug

Roof slates guide Roof Slates | A Practical Guide to Slate Types, Uses and Value Roof slates have protected buildings for centuries because they combine durability, visual quality and long service life. This guide explains the main slate types used in roofing, the difference between diminishing-course and tally slating, where reclaimed slates fit into the […]

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Historic Building Restoration, informative posts, Reclaimed Slates

Second Hand Slates | Sorting and Grading Reclaimed Roof Slates

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second hand slates
10
Jul

Second hand slates Best Practice When Using Reclaimed Roofing Slates Reclaimed slates can produce superb roofing results, but only when they are sorted, graded and set out properly before installation. Whether you are using Westmorland, Burlington, Welsh, Spanish or stone slates, preparation is what turns salvage into a reliable roof covering. Ask About Stock Sell […]

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Reclaimed Roof Tiles, Ridge tiles

Reclaimed Ridge Tiles | Your Comprehensive Guide

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reclaimed ridge tiles
08
Feb

Reclaimed Ridge Tiles Reclaimed ridge tiles are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and styles, reflecting both the type of roof covering and the architectural status of the building they were originally used on. This guide provides a practical overview of salvaged ridge tiles, including their common forms, colour variations and how they […]

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About The Reclaimed Company, Reclaimed Roof Tiles, Reclaimed Slates, Rolled lead sheet

New Year | New Stock | Still Reclaimed

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50mm copper slate nails
08
Jan

Second hand roofing materials Second Hand Roofing Materials from The Reclaimed Company Demand for quality second hand roofing materials remains strong, and it is easy to see why. Reclaimed roofing products offer character, compatibility and sustainability, while helping roofers, builders and homeowners source materials that modern equivalents often fail to match. From our York reclamation […]

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