Iconic Stonehaven lido gets Mapei waterproofing treatment

A Mapei Polyurea waterproofing system has been used to restore the historic Stonehaven Open Air Pool in Aberdeenshire. Applied by Anderson Specialist Contracting, the project forms part of renovation works carried out by Aberdeenshire Council. A polyurea waterproofing membrane with... View Article

Introducing Westcliffe Staircases

Westcliffe Staircases are one of the UK’s leading curved staircase manufacturers. They have been steadily growing and satisfying their clients with exquisite bespoke curved staircases for over 25 years. Westcliffe’s speciality is manufacturing custom built curved staircases and their reputation... View Article

Pendock’s art of concealment

Since it was formed in 1987, the Pendock name has gradually become regarded as a byword for high quality decorative casing and enclosure solutions for concealing structural elements and building services, which helps improve a project’s aesthetics and in many... View Article

Natural Ventilation is a Breath of Fresh Air

Want to breathe new life into a stuffy indoor space with cost-effective natural ventilation? The answer could be to keep things simple, according to Strand Hardware, which recommends two key steps to assess requirements and identify the right solution.​​ Step... View Article

Barry tops 25 years

As GEZE UK celebrate 35 years in business, one of the company’s longest serving members of staff, Area Sales Manager, Barry Topham, celebrates 25 years with the company. In this time, Barry has seen the company grow hugely; back when... View Article

Triple vs vacuum glazing

The Future Buildings Standard means vacuum glass is being considered as an alternative to triple glazing – George Barnsdale’s Tom Wright looks at the options. The Future Buildings Standard is looming over the horizon in 2025 and is likely to... View Article

LA inspired home renovation

This homeowner bought a property in North Yorkshire and decided to build a modern luxury home. After visiting our Leeds showroom multiple times, they asked us to help them complete their ambitious project. The home features an LA-inspired design with... View Article

A new discovery in smoke protection

Students at University of Salford discovered a new approach to being safe. Gilberts’ “ first of its kind” Series 60 damper were chosen by leading smoke control systems company Baiceir to protect the 14-storey Discovery Quay development. Some 26 dampers-... View Article

Function and form: how to get the best out of your new fence

Here, Antony Reed from Birkdale compares different fencing solutions and looks at how to achieve the best possible results – with both long-term function and aesthetics in mind. When it comes to fencing, traditionally, two materials have dominated the market:... View Article

Dulux Trade Diamond Matt videos

Dulux Trade recently reformulated its popular Diamond Matt product with upgraded features and improved sustainability credentials, helping the industry move towards a more sustainable future. Two new videos have been released to show specifiers that the new and improved Dulux Trade... View Article