Strong in traditional roofing work

Stiel knowledge of traditional roof construction and materials is in danger of being lost today because of falling training, cheaper or faster construction solutions. This poses quite a challenge for owners and managers of buildings with these traditional roofs in copper, zinc or slate that are in need of restoration.
TectumTectum Group proves to be a solid partner in providing 'roof mastership'. Through an internal training program, we pass on knowledge of the métier to new employees. We teach them the time-honored installation techniques for metal roofs and intricate detailing. In this way, they master the craft down to their fingertips, enabling us to deliver the intended standard of quality roof after roof.

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Zinc says

We back up that quality with several leading references. For example, we applied zinc in some particularly complex conditions. Thanks to its flexibility and aesthetic possibilities, zinc is ideal for complex roof shapes. On the Kattenberg Water Towers, we restored the original zinc roofs to their former glory. During a previous restoration, the zinc had been replaced with stainless steel, which is not in line with heritage requirements. To restore this, we custom-folded and installed natural zinc fascia panels. The difficult shapes of the water towers made the job extra challenging. The zinc ensures the towers will have a solid roof seal again for decades. At the end of its useful life, the zinc is fairly easy to recycle.

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Also at Pairi Daiza, we set to work to replace a less durable wooden roof waterproofing with a sustainable solution in zinc.

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Mastery in brass

Brass is less common than zinc, but offers a unique look due to its warm, golden luster. Thanks to its natural patina, the material remains beautiful for years. This alloy of copper and zinc also patinates beautifully over time. Like zinc, brass ensures years of waterproofing. At the Royal Observatory in Uccle, Tectum Group proved with the restoration of five observation domes that we offer craftsmanship with brass. The application of tasseaubanes ensured an aesthetic and functional result.

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Neat natural slates

The vast majority of Flemish churches were crowned with a natural slate roof during their construction. Our ancestors already understood well that slates are hard-wearing, frost-resistant and offer an authentic appearance. After centuries of defying the weather, they are now often in need of restoration. At the St. Peter's Church in Lo-Reninge and the Royal Museum for Central Africa (RMCA) in Tervuren, we renewed the old roofs with great care and knowledge. So they can once again welcome visitors in optimal conditions for decades to come.

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Powerful copper

A large copper dome roof typifies Antwerp's St. Laurentius Church. Tectum Group replaced both the underlying roof structure and the dome's copper roof, preserving its historical value and ensuring its longevity and watertightness for years to come.

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Lead

Lead restoration requires extreme precision and skill to respect heritage value. At the RMCA, we meticulously repaired damaged lead coverings or produced a replica for them to preserve their authentic appearance. Lead ornaments were also reproduced with care. The craftsmanship and expertise of Tectum Group once again came into their own in this process. Also during the roof restoration of the Cinquantenaire site, we restored the two lead domes.

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Tectum Group combines traditional craftsmanship and innovative techniques to sustainably restore heritage buildings. Is your roof also in need of restoration? Contact us for tailored advice.

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Stiel knowledge of traditional roof construction and materials is in danger of being lost today because of falling training, cheaper or faster construction solutions. This poses quite a challenge for owners and managers of buildings with these traditional roofs in copper, zinc or slate that are in need of restoration.
TectumTectum Group proves to be a solid partner in providing 'roof mastership'. Through an internal training program, we pass on knowledge of the métier to new employees. We teach them the time-honored installation techniques for metal roofs and intricate detailing. In this way, they master the craft down to their fingertips, enabling us to deliver the intended standard of quality roof after roof.

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Zinc says

We back up that quality with several leading references. For example, we applied zinc in some particularly complex conditions. Thanks to its flexibility and aesthetic possibilities, zinc is ideal for complex roof shapes. On the Kattenberg Water Towers, we restored the original zinc roofs to their former glory. During a previous restoration, the zinc had been replaced with stainless steel, which is not in line with heritage requirements. To restore this, we custom-folded and installed natural zinc fascia panels. The difficult shapes of the water towers made the job extra challenging. The zinc ensures the towers will have a solid roof seal again for decades. At the end of its useful life, the zinc is fairly easy to recycle.

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Also at Pairi Daiza, we set to work to replace a less durable wooden roof waterproofing with a sustainable solution in zinc.

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