Taking the lowest quote for a service contract or visit might seem tempting, but it could end up being both dangerous and a false economy. You are better off hiring the best from the start than taking the lowest quote... View Article

Two years ago, Natural England advised a number of local authorities in the Solent catchment area to halt the determination of planning applications unless the developments could prove they were nutrient neutral. And the issue is spreading. David Stagg, technical... View Article

Homeowner and lecturer in Sustainable Architecture, Dr Stephen Finnegan is rising to the challenge of achieving a Net Zero Carbon (NZC) Victorian home in a leafy suburb of Liverpool. His objective is to minimise running costs, emit no carbon emissions... View Article

Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust was an early adopter of Altro Cantata™ adhesive-free flooring, putting it to the test in the most demanding of areas before rolling it out in many high circulation areas. Altro has revisited four years on... View Article

ALUCOBOND®, from 3A Composites GmbH, is pleased to announce ‘ALUCOBOND® legno’ a stunning new wood-effect finish, which not only looks like wood but due to its special coating –which adds a grainy structured feel to the surface – has a... View Article

Snickers Workwear = Comfort = Wellbeing and Improved Performance. Snickers Workwear is continuing to make great strides in Work Trousers design and functionality while still increasing its commitment to environmental responsibility. Sustainable fabrics, body-mapping designs and improved performance are key... View Article

Powder coatings are continually evolving with a number of aesthetic finishes demonstrating variations in colour and patination. Realistic alternatives to masonry materials such as GRC, pre-cast concrete and Portland Stone can now be realised. Not long ago, the mere prospect... View Article

Safety and ease of installation go hand in hand with CRL’s MEGAgrip, a heavy-duty balustrade system suitable for commercial situations. MEGAgrip is a fully adjustable 3kN commercial balustrade system, designed as a highly-durable public safety barrier for large commercial constructs,... View Article

The Saniflo Sanicubic macerator pump is breathing a new lease of life into a highly-acclaimed piece of British heritage – a replica of the famous ship, the Golden Hinde, known for circumventing the globe during the 16th century under the... View Article

Developers and designers are asking more of every available metre of space in a dwelling For over 20 years, Draks has honed the skill of creating stunning space saving, room dividing and storage solutions for the home. Specified by housebuilders, designers and... View Article

This package is designed with housebuilders and developers in mind. Uniquely the stove and chimney package are from the same manufacturer and of the highest possible ratings, which allow you to reduce the need for gas for heating. One of... View Article

Resiblock are delighted to have once again been specified as sealer of choice for Leeds County Council, this time at Temple Green Park & Ride. Following the success of Resiblock, and the ‘Legendary’ Resiblock ’22’ product, at Stourton Park &... View Article

A hybrid ventilation system for better indoor air quality, thermal comfort and improved wellbeing. The Hybrid Plus2 Aircool® Ideal for educational settings, the Passivent Hybrid Plus2 Aircool is a quiet, energy-efficient hybrid ventilation system with different operational modes that are... View Article

Marley’s aesthetically pleasing PV roofing solution helps specifiers support net zero ambitions Quick installation and system flexibility provides sustainable solution to help deliver key energy aspects of the Future Homes Standard  With net zero ambitions set across the UK, and... View Article

Choosing between glazed door systems for a project can often be one of the trickiest decisions of a build – simply because they form such a visible and oft-used element of the finished home. The selection is complicated because every... View Article