How long do solar panels last?
Solar panels are generally very robust as their design is actually relatively simple with no moving parts to breakdown. This…
Are solar panels worth the money?
Solar panels have garnered a reputation for being expensive, due to their high cost a few years back. Since then,…
How to build the ultimate low maintenance home
If you have decided to self-build and create your dream home, one thing you want to avoid is ending up…
Does metal roofing rust?
Metal roofing is a great modern material that provides the longest lifespan for the typical roof. Metal roofing can be…
Can You Heat Your Home Using Solar Power?
Renewable energy has come a long way in recent years, but with around 40-50% of the average home’s energy usage…
Don’t Miss Metrotile at the RCI Show 2016 this January!
The Roofing, Cladding and Insulation (RCI) Show is rapidly becoming an industry institution and Metrotile will be back again this…
How efficient are solar panels?
Solar panel technology has greatly advanced since it was first used over 100 years ago. Its efficiency, cost and appearance…
The history of solar power
In the last twenty years, solar cells have become an affordable and viable option to re-use energy. But it’s only…
Is metal roofing environmentally friendly?
With more and more businesses and homeowners aiming to use more sustainable building materials, it’s hard to know which is…
How to Make an Eco-friendly Garden Office
The idea of ditching the daily commute and working from home is an appealing one, but to make it work…
Which Type of Solar Panels You Should Buy
The technology used in solar panels, known as photovoltaics, has come a long way in the last couple of decades….
Find Metrotile products on NBS Plus and in the National BIM Library
To help make finding technical information about our products easier and to aid design, Metrotile products can now be found…