Earlier this year, in her opening address at the 2026 Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) Awards, Sarah Spink, CEO of the LRWA, outlined how the Association is evolving in response to the profound changes reshaping the construction industry. Central to this evolution are three guiding principles: competence, compliance and confidence. Together, they are shaping…
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has announced Polyroof will be the headline sponsor for the LRWA Awards 2026 taking place on 25th March 2026 at Titanic Hotel, Liverpool. As a long-standing member of the association, Polyroof has been deeply involved with the LRWA for many years, as the business has changed and developed…
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has revealed the shortlisted entries for its 2026 Awards. Finalists Revealed A total of 24 projects have been selected across five categories following anonymous reviews by an independent judging panel. All project category submissions were assessed against strict criteria, including complexity, workmanship, problem-solving, and aesthetics. Three people have…
The Rooflight Association has presented its first training session, a key step forward in its mission to support good practice and ensure growth in all areas of the roofing sector. The course was delivered in collaboration with the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA). Chair of The Rooflight Association, Mark Wilcox delivered the rooflight training…
What a week it was for some of our LRWA members as the Dragon Boat Regatta made its long-awaited return after a six-year break last week. On Wednesday (10 September), teams took to the waters at the Cotswold Water Park for an unforgettable and fun day of competition and camaraderie. A huge thank you and…
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has released its latest technical publication – Guidance Note 18: Electronic Integrity Testing of Liquid Applied Membranes. Electronic Integrity Testing (EIT) is a non-invasive method used to detect defects in waterproofing membranes by applying an electrical current across the surface to identify potential leaks. This new guidance offers…
The roofing industry has raised more than £8K for a youth homelessness charity following the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association’s (LRWA) 2025 Charity Challenge event. First launched by the LRWA six years ago, the virtual challenge is a nationwide event which encourages teams to run, walk, swim or cycle the furthest distances to raise money…
Get Ready to walk, run, cycle or swim for a great cause, as the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has announced the return of the LRWA Charity Challenge 2025. The annual team competition, to raise vital funds for youth homelessness charity LandAid, will take place from Monday 23 June to Friday 11 July 2025.…
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has appointed Mike Bradbury as technical guidance manager. With more than 40 years of experience in the roofing and waterproofing industry, Mike has held senior technical roles with multiple manufacturers, honing his expertise in polyurethane, PMMA, hot melt, and reinforced bitumen membrane (RBM) systems. A former chair of…
To support best practice in flat roofing, the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has launched an updated Hot Melt Code of Practice. Providing critical technical guidance that reflects the latest advancements and regulatory standards in the sector, the guidance was developed in collaboration with technical experts from across the UK’s hot melt waterproofing industry.…