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29/08/2017
It’s CUPA PIZARRAS’ 125th birthday! 125 years of commitment to quality that has made us the world leader in natural slate. OUR HISTORY It has been 125 years since the founders of CUPA PIZARRAS extracted the first slate from the Solana de Forcadas quarry in Northern Spain. This significant milestone is unrivalled by competitors in the […]
29/08/2017
CUPA PIZARRAS natural slate was specially selected for its qualities including its adaptability, longevity and elegant look. THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR A LUXURY NEIGHBORHOOD The exclusive Langton Homes development is set in Great Easton, England.  Each property features over 5,500 square feet of accommodation and has been tailored to meet the needs of each family. […]
22/08/2017
This House located in Asturias (northern Spain) has been designed to become a net zero energy home! Do you know how to get it? Find out here all the details … Greatest convenience with natural materials The architecture studio Duque y Zamora, specialized in Passivhaus standard, has just finished this project aiming to minimize the […]
26/07/2017
The roof is undoubtedly the most important part of a house. So, when thinking on installing, replacing or renewing a slate roof, it is preferable to be well informed. Don’t miss these key questions and answers about fixing slates. 7 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FIXING SLATES 1. What do I need to know when […]

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16/06/2017
The Scottish Home Awards recognise excellence in the Scottish housebuilding industry, and this year they celebrate a record high standard of entries in its tenth year of operation. It took place yesterday, Thursday 15th June at the Glasgow Hilton Hotel.  Over 500 guests enjoyed an entertaining evening with 20 awards given out! MEET THE WINNERS […]
30/05/2017
Have you ever wondered where do slate roof tiles come from? From quarry to roof, natural slate goes a long way. Its manufacturing process is probably much more handcrafted you have ever imagined. Don’t miss these 6 steps showing how natural slate is produced! NATURAL SLATE PRODUCTION IN 6 STEPS Before quarrying, the expert geologists […]
23/05/2017
The UK Roofing Awards has become one of the most relevant events of the roofing industry. This year the awards took place at the Park Plaza Hotel, Westminster Bridge in central London last Friday 19th May. Over 800 guests attended the awards ceremony, making it the largest event yet! This year’s Awards take on even greater […]
16/05/2017
Photo by King Communications & Security Ltd Dalkeith Country Park is an estate of Dalkeith Palace, a unique piece of Scottish Heritage located 5 miles away from Edinburgh. Owned by the Duke of Buccleuch, it has been recently renewed with Heavy 3 slates and reopened its doors in summer 2016. The country park now features brand […]

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