Clearview National August 2016 - Issue 177 | Page 62

CONSERVATORIES Biggest installation ever is a winner It was a double celebration for Atlas approved installer, Vale Orangeries, when the South Wales-based firm installed its very first Skyroom. Not only was the installation at a former school house in the South Wales Valleys the largest Skyroom installation ever, it was also a winner in the coveted Atlas Installation of the Month competition. »»THE VAST 9 X 3 METRE, DUAL colour Skyroom beat off stiff competition to be the April winner in the competition, which was launched last year to commend the best Atlas orangery, conservatory and rooflight installations. The project impressed the judging panel because of its sheer scale and how it has dramatically transformed the appearance of the property. Vale Orangeries demolished the original conservatory and managed the build, which took around eight weeks to complete. It built created two openings from the original dining room and kitchen into the new Skyroom. The Skyroom roof was then installed in just two days. The Skyroom has improved the quality of light within the property and complemented the period features of the building. the large extension, which features dual colour aluminium windows and bi-folding doors from Atlas’ sister company Customade, and Entrants can submit their Atlas roof installations via Twitter to @Atlasroofjohn using the hashtag #AtlasShowOff or on email to [email protected] NEW FLEXIBLE FLOOR LEVELLER FOR SAME DAY TILING »»ULTRATILE LEVEL IT Rapid is a single part, high strength, rapid drying and curing cementitious smoothing underlayment for levelling subfloors prior to tiling. The specifically formulated UltraTile fibre technology aids application and strength resulting in a even, strong and durable base. The product can be laid at depths from 2mm - 15mm and can be walked on after only 30 minutes. Its rapid drying properties allow for tiling after 62 » AUG 2016 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M just 45 minutes providing the ultimate fast-track levelling solution. Level IT Rapid is suitable for application onto most common substrates including timber floors, anhydrite screeds and tile backer boards. It is also compatible for use with electrical and warm water underfloor heating systems where its flexible properties and superior flow both help to ensure a successful installation. Once dry a variety of decorative floorcoverings may be applied from ceramic, natural stone or porcelain tiles to vinyl. Available in 20kg bags, Level IT Rapid will cover an exceptional 5m² when laid at a 3mm depth. Its protein free formulation makes it ideal for use in biologically sensitive areas making it ideal for use on health, leisure or hospitality projects. Also perfectly suited to highly used areas. www.ultratileadhesives.co.uk