Marlbrook Wall Panels

AKW Marlbrook Wall Panels are the perfect alternative to tiles as they’re designed to be highly durable and low maintenance. They’re also incredibly easy to install, enabling you to transform the bathroom quickly. Panels are now available in 300, 600,... View Article

Supporting Construction to Power Growth

The National Federation of Builders (NFB) has released its 2024 Election Manifesto, titled: ‘Supporting Construction to Power Growth’. Richard Beresford, Chief Executive of the NFB, said: “The reality is obvious; the construction industry is a key component for the UK... View Article

F. Ball launches new smoothing compound

F. Ball and Co. Ltd. has drawn upon the latest cement formulation technology to create a ‘best-in-class’ high flow smoothing compound: Stopgap 1400. A fast-setting, two-component smoothing compound, with superior self-smoothing properties, Stopgap 1400 is walk-on hard from just 90... View Article

Decarbonising homes at InstallerSHOW

InstallerSHOW is back and bigger than ever for 2024, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham from 25th-27th June. After a successful launch at last year’s InstallerSHOW, the Housing Hub will be returning for 2024, with a programme of content designed... View Article

Quiet transformation for iconic Boys’ School

Architects Hawkins Brown have completed a transformative redevelopment at the Central Foundation Boys’ School, the 150-year-old top performing comprehensive school in central London. The vision was to rationalise and consolidate the school’s several buildings into a cohesive design to allow... View Article

The West Fraser sales team is bigger than ever

The team now comprises Dom West, sales director UK and Ireland; Nigel Morris, national sales manager; David Sleigh and Daniel Clarke, Daniel Stabik and Daniel Andrew, senior key account managers; Mark Lewis-Ranwell and Roisin Weir, key account managers; Andy Byer,... View Article

West Fraser’s flooring is fine come rain or shine

West Fraser’s highly popular P5 particleboard is available in two versions, CaberFloor P5 and CaberDek; the principle difference between them is that the latter’s top face is protected by an ultra-tough peel-clean layer. Both boards are produced in thicknesses of... View Article

West Fraser launches a guide for architects

Tried and trusted by architects for over 50 years, West Fraser‘s OSB, particleboard and MDF engineered wood panels take pride of place in so many buildings today.  All are net carbon negative, come with all the necessary accreditations and safety marks, and... View Article

Knightsbridge turns up the power with 63W USB charging

Laptops and other power-hungry devices can now be USB-charged directly from the socket thanks to Knightsbridge’s new 63W PD (Power Delivery) wall charger. Suited to commercial and retail environments such as hotels, cafés, bars and offices, the wall charger is Knightsbridge’s... View Article

Bradite proves a boon for community cafe

Bradite’s One Can has helped create a bright, airy and welcoming atmosphere in a South Croydon community venture. Boon Café Croydon was conceived, in the words of its founder Georgina Arsalides, as “a space for families to enjoy, a place... View Article