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Cement your 2026 World of Concrete schedule
By Emma Peterson. With over 150 education sessions, it’s time to start planning! World of Concrete (WOC) is the place to be if you are looking to level up your knowledge about the masonry and cement industries. Whether you need business advice or specific technical training, you won’t want to ...
Sol Vista Roofing teams up with Rocky Mountain Snow Guards to offer safe snow retention systems
The partnership is based on excellent team assistance from the snow retention company, along with fair pricing and quick turnaround times for product delivery. When installing or replacing roofing systems in Colorado and Wyoming, a dependable snow retention system is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. That’s the message roofer Kyle ...
Siding, fire bowls, outdoor kitchens and more!
By Emma Peterson. Westlake equips contractors and professionals with the products they need to expand and grow their businesses. Westlake has made itself a name in the roofing world as a “Recognized national leader in durable and sustainable concrete, clay, steel, composite roofing systems and components.” but they are far ...
Prioritizing safety, durability and aesthetics in senior living facilities
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Why architects and designers should specify DaVinci shake and slate for senior environments. When it comes to senior living facilities, nothing is more important than creating a safe, secure and welcoming environment. Architects and designers play a crucial role in specifying building materials that protect residents and add value ...
Forged in fire
By Emma Peterson. Investing in a fire-resistant roofing solution can save money and lives. Across the United States, wildfires have become more intense and more frequent — and their impact can be devastating. Beyond heartbreaking injuries, property damage and even loss of life, fires can cripple local economies and destroy ...
White Castle Roofing named runner up winner in 2025 Show Us Our Snow Guards Contest
The spectacular home, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, includes multi-faceted roofing. The stunning roofing on a custom home in Nebraska includes both standing seam metal and composite slate. Ensuring the snow retention system works seamlessly across both surfaces without disrupting the design flow has earned White Castle Roofing a Runner Up ...
Keeping up with curb appeal
By Emma Peterson. How Westlake balances staying on trend while still offering timeless resilience. While at the 2025 International Builders Show, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the opportunity to interview Sarah Lograsso, the director of marketing and product management at Westlake Royal Building Products, to discuss their stone and roofing ...
Navigating an unpredictable market
By Emma Peterson. Learn how roofers can overcome uncertainty by selling proactive, performance roofing solutions. If 2025 has proven anything, it has proven to be unpredictable. From tariffs to immigration and beyond, the one word everyone is using to describe the industry and market is unpredictable. But even through ...
DaVinci® Roofscapes introduces two new shake colors: Timber Black and Blonde Cedar
Timber Black and Blonde Cedar showcase the striking contrast and authenticity of real cedar, while delivering the durability and low-maintenance benefits homeowners expect from DaVinci Westlake Royal Building Products™, a Westlake company (NYSE: WLK), has launched two new shake colors under its DaVinci® Roofscapes brand: Timber Black and Blonde Cedar. Representing ...
Blending natural inspiration with powerful products
By Emma Peterson. These two new stone veneer offerings bring versatile textures and standout style to any project — from rustic to modern design. Here at The Coffee Shops™, we get the unique and incredible opportunity to travel around the country talking to contractors and manufacturers about the newest roofing ...
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