What are the current challenges that the facade market in the UK faces?

The current challenges the façade market faces in the UK are as follow:

Sustainability. With the increasing focus on sustainability and on reducing carbon emissions, there is a growing demand for environmentally friendly and energy-efficient building materials. This has led to a shift in the facade market towards more sustainable materials and designs, which can be more expensive and may require specialized skills for installation.

Building regulations. The facade market in the UK has faced increased scrutiny after the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, which has led to changes in building regulations and increased safety standards. This has resulted in more rigorous testing and certification requirements for building materials, which can make it more difficult for some suppliers and/or materials to comply and may increase costs.

Supply chain issues. The pandemic has had a significant impact on global supply chains, leading to shortages and delays in the availability of raw materials and finished products. This has affected the facade market in the UK, with some suppliers struggling to meet demand or facing increased costs due to supply chain disruptions.

Economic uncertainty. Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic have created economic uncertainty, which has affected the construction industry and the facade market in the UK. Some projects have been delayed or cancelled, and there may be a reluctance to invest in new buildings or renovations, which can impact demand for facade materials and services.

The difference is Telling!

The protection of the environment is at the forefront of Telling Rainscreens values. Argeton terracotta is not only a 100% natural, durable and fully recyclable material but we hold a BBA, an EPD and we are ISO 14025 and EN 15804 (European BREEAM equivalent) certified.

Telling Rainscreens are also market leaders in testing. Argeton terracotta is NHBC approved and not subject to any restrictions on building height or proximity to boundaries thanks to it being classified as a fire rated Euro-class A1 system.

Having a strong supply chain means we are in regular direct contact with our suppliers who understand the challenges and the needs of our market and do everything possible to mitigate any delays or disruptions in the supply of our materials to our customers. The difference is Telling!