Case Studies

Merging into the landscape

Those who visit Cornwall may see it in terms of wide open beaches, beautiful gardens and summer fun. But Cornwall is so much more than that, a landscape packed with hidden gems and secret escapes. Building homes in this landscape can be a challenge, creating a perfect hideaway which is in sympathy with the surrounding…

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Unique flat-roofed house with green roofing

A slice of tranquillity

A slice of tranquillity: a hidden gem packed with wildlife with a secret tranquil atmosphere. That’s how the Visit South Devon website describes the village of Newton Ferrers which sits on the banks of the Yealm estuary. It may be a scant ten miles from Plymouth but this lovely village perfectly deserves its place within…

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House surrounded by trees with flat waterproofed roof

Awarding vision

“The backbone of success is hard work, determination, good planning, and perseverance.” That quote comes from ex-American soccer icon Mia Hamm but you can equally find similar thoughts being expressed in multiple disciplines across the globe. Delivering something special, whether in sport or any other field, requires a step up out of the ordinary. When…

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Roof at Bryher with sunset backround

A Trip to Bryher

“A rugged yet deeply beautiful island of vibrant contrasts” That is how the ‘Visit the Isles of Scilly’ website* describes the island of Bryher, adding that it is a “perfect place to enjoy a taste of untamed Scilly.” Having recently had a chance to experience Bryher for ourselves, we would certainly agree with those sentiments.…

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Waterproofing a roof indoors

Waterproofing Indoors

When we mention waterproofing indoors what springs to mind? Perhaps you might envision the creation of a waterproofing surround or lining for a swimming pool? Or maybe tanking a basement to prevent underground seepage? You might even think of the laying down of a waterproof non-slip floor in a hospital or food production site?We could…

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Flat roof being built at Cornwall Airport Newquay

Roofing Takes Off

In the middle of June the eyes of the world will be on Cornwall as the G7 summit comes to Carbis Bay. As the leaders of some of the key nations across the globe fly in to and out of Newquay for the meeting, their eyes might just touch on a new airport building roofed…

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Reflecting on roofing

                                            At Pellow we pride ourselves on bringing skill, knowledge and expertise to our customer’s projects. And that approach is the same whether we are working on re-roofing a small area such as the…

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We had a barrel of fun

Every job is unique but some are more unique than others! That was certainly the case when Cathedral Builders asked us to waterproof a barrel roof at the Heartlands site between Redruth and Camborne. For a start the whole Heartlands project is somewhat unusual. Part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage…

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Man applying felt to roof for repair

Safe on the rooftops of Truro

In 1936 the Plaza Cinema opened its doors for the first time, bringing stars such as Charlie Chaplin, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to the people of Truro. At that time The Plaza offered more than a good night out at the pictures with a café and ballroom also on offer. Surviving the Second World…

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Unique building amongst trees and greenery with waterproofed flat roof

Rewarding Design

One of the joys of working in Cornwall is the sheer variety of building styles and projects which we are invited to contribute to. Over the years we’ve worked on iconic sites such as a flat roof replacement for Truro Cathedral’s Chapter House and waterproofing and insulating buildings at King Edward Mine. We’ve also worked on brand new…

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