December 13, 2019 /
Blog, Sheet Metal Here at Heather & Little Ltd., we specialize in sheet metal fabrication in the USA and Canada. But, what is metal fabrication, exactly? Ultimately, metal fabrication refers to the process of building things using raw metal materials. The metal fabrication process often includes cutting, burning, welding, machining, forming, and assembly, eventually resulting in a finished […]
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December 2, 2019 /
Blog, Roofing When it comes to roofing materials and types, there are many options to consider. Standing seam metal roofs and cedar shake roofs are popular due to their durability and aesthetic appeal. What is a Standing Seam Metal Roof? A roof with standing seam metal shingles is a modern roofing solution that has gained popularity in […]
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November 20, 2019 /
Blog, Shingles & Tiles Choosing the best roofing solution for your home is never easy. There are many metal roofing pros and cons, so here we take a quick look at just a few of them for when opting to use metal roof shingles for your home in the USA and Canada. The Pros of Metal Roof Shingles There […]
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September 5, 2019 /
Blog, Sheet Metal Sheet metal fabrication is an important part of modern manufacturing, enabling the creation of products from intricate electronic components to architectural elements. Understanding the fundamental sheet metal fabrication techniques involved is important for anyone working in design, engineering, or production. Metal Cutting: Laying the Groundwork Before any shaping can happen, the sheet metal must be […]
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June 18, 2019 /
Blog, Restoration Artwork depicting the Lady of Justice statue, whether in the form of paintings, sculptures, coats of arms or metal statues, is found throughout the world. If you’re in North or South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Southern and Eastern Asia, and Australasia, you will likely see the Lady of Justice statue in courthouses, law […]
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July 10, 2018 /
Blog, Roofing Metal Roofing Sheet lead and copper have been soldered into flat-seam roofs for centuries—long before Thomas Jefferson’s 1740s roof at Monticello—but the more common metal roof type is the standing seam. Here, long panels of metal 24” or so wide are first bent up about 1 ¼” along both edges. “These panels can be roll-formed […]
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July 10, 2018 /
Sheet Metal At Heather & Little we pride ourselves on our artisan craftsmanship when it comes to virtually all facets of sheet metal work, be it historic building restoration, sheet metal roofing/shingles, statue repoussé, and other custom projects. Often overlooked, is the craftsmanship and attention to detail involved in the creation and restoration of metal statues, something we have […]
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June 19, 2018 /
Sheet Metal AIA Conference From Thursday, June 21 to the following Monday, representatives of Heather & Little will be in New York to attend the 2018 American Institute of Architects Conference (AIA). At the conference, Heather & Little is to be awarded a 2018 North American Copper in Architecture Award for our restoration work on the West […]
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September 1, 2016 /
Blog, Roofing Historic buildings are tangible links to our past, each brick and beam whispering tales of bygone eras. Maintaining these structures is about safeguarding cultural heritage for future generations. An important aspect of this maintenance is the roof, a building's first line of defense against the elements. However, time and weather inevitably take their toll, necessitating […]
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August 8, 2016 /
Blog, Restoration The amount of wear and tear that a building experiences over time often leaves certain parts deteriorated beyond repair. As such, properly completing most historic building restorations will require replacing some old building parts with new ones, and making sure the old and the new blend seamlessly. To ensure that the restoration is performed accurately, you need to use very specific […]
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