Designer Contracts are one of the UK’s largest flooring contractors, their unrivalled national supply and installation service is delivered via their 15 regional warehouses and supported by their own national distribution centre that holds in excess of £3m worth of... View Article

A refurbished housing development is benefiting from an aesthetic, energy-efficient exterior thanks to a Sto external wall insulation system. Located in Bordon, Hampshire, The Pines features 96 former Ministry of Defence (MOD) properties, which have been transformed into modern two... View Article

Tiles serve an important purpose around the home, offering a durable, watertight and practical solution for areas where water and other liquids are present. However, if they are not installed correctly, issues can occur later down the line. Garry Gregory,... View Article

A new episode of the Building Insights podcast is now available online. This episode of Building Insights, in association with Samsung Climate Solutions, we are joined by architectural designer and TV star Charlie Luxton, who looks at how our lower... View Article

Episode 25 of the Building Insights podcast is out now! Getting a building fabric’s design up to the demands of a Passivhaus is all about meticulous attention to detail. However achieving an air-tight but breathable envelope that benefits both the... View Article

Zentia, a UK leader in complete ceiling solutions, is pleased to announce the renaming of its brightest and whitest tile, Ultima+. The new family, titled Prestige, will continue to represent the pinnacle of innovation and excellence in the industry and... View Article

Neil Kirwin, Southern Specification Manager at SFS, discusses why engaging with building product manufactures can help to improve fire safety performance. Earlier engagement in technical design with building product manufacturers certainly helps to reduce the complexity of dealing with fire... View Article

Leading natural ventilation solutions manufacturer Passivent has helped breathe new life into the Grade II listed Matfen Hall in Northumberland following an extensive refurbishment programme designed by Doonan Architects. The refurbishment of this gothic hall, which dates back to 1832,... View Article

The demands of architects and specifiers seeking to create stylish finishes on a diverse range of building interior and exterior projects are the main drivers behind the versatility and extensive choice available within the Encasement Verta column casing range. A... View Article

Leading UK building products manufacturer Glidevale Protect has published third party, independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for three of its most popular construction membrane products to assist specifiers by providing clear sustainability and life cycle assessment data. Created by... View Article

Yeoman Rainguard, renowned throughout the industry for the manufacturer, supply, and installation of quality rainwater products, has launched two new product brochures. The aluminium brochure showcases the highly commended XL and SL range of Aluminium gutters and downpipes and introduces,... View Article

Over the past 5 years bifold doors have seemingly gone slightly out of fashion as the large panes of glass and minimal frames of sliding doors have become the norm for larger and larger apertures…but bifold doors could be set... View Article

Vent-Axia has launched the next generation of commercial heat recovery ventilation with the Sentinel Apex, to help specifiers create low carbon buildings as we head towards the UK’s 2050 net-zero target. The Sentinel Apex has been designed to be highly... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has launched its latest flagship Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system, the Lo-Carbon Sentinel Econiq. With the new Future Homes Standard on the horizon, which looks set to reduce carbon emissions for new build... View Article

After the success of their first Community Awards in 2022, Aico|HomeLINK are bringing this spectacular event back for its second year, returning on Thursday 18th of April 2024, at the International Convention Centre Birmingham. Hosted by Carl Jones, who presents... View Article

When building your dream home, or renovating your existing home you will need to consider loft insulation. With the increasing levels of loft insulation required however, storage in the loft can become an issue. Our innovative Loft Leg products allow... View Article

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) looks at the continuing health threat posed by a class of paint banned for the past 30 years, and how one London based metal window specialist has learned to deal with it. Commercial property companies... View Article

Soprema is a leading manufacturer of inverted roof solutions, offering a range of high-quality products, backed by a strong technical team and warranties for the entire system. If you are looking for a waterproofing system for inverted roofs, green roofs,... View Article

IronmongeryDirect has expanded its huge product range with the introduction of over 1,100 electrical products. Many leading brands in sockets and switches, lighting, heating, and ventilation are now available, to complement the company’s existing portfolio and meet even more of... View Article

Future-focused technology meets sophisticated design in Samsung’s new EHS Mono R290 heat pump series. Samsung Electronics Air Conditioner Europe B.V.  (SEACE) announces the official UK launch of its pioneering product, the EHS Mono R290 heat pump. Unveiled earlier this year... View Article