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performance, and Sika UK can also supply flat roofing systems designed to provide waterproofing and keep buildings and occupants dry and warm.
The approach is already winning recognition. In Scotland, Sika UK and its installers recently upgraded 11 residential blocks using the company’ s EWI and roofing systems.“ Some of the old blocks are still there, so you can see them side by side,” says Jumoke, after recently visiting the site.“ The refurbished blocks have really brought life into the area, and each block now benefits from a clean, modern façade reflective of a new build.”
Innovation and product development
Moving to liquid applied roofing solutions, Sika UK, together with installer Emperor Roofing, recently took Liquid Roofing Project of the Year Over 1000m ² at the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association( LRWA) Awards 2026, for the refurbishment of Christ’ s College Lasdun Building in Cambridge. The Grade II listed building, designed by Sir Denys Lasdun and known as‘ The Typewriter’ due to its distinctive stepped, linear form, was waterproofed with Sika UK’ s Decothane Ultra liquid system as part of a wider refurbishment programme. Delivered with main contractor
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