Reconnect with nature to design more people-centred spaces

Since ancient times, people have taken advantage of nature’s ingenuity to create more comfortable, durable and functional interiors. As a product of the natural world, people themselves are inherently drawn to these organic textiles and natural finishes, which work with... View Article

ROCKWOOL® launches new SoundPro Guide

New comprehensive guide to specifying acoustic solutions for the residential and education sector To support specifiers in selecting acoustic solutions for education and residential applications, ROCKWOOL® has launched ROCKWOOL SoundPro. The specialist guide combines technical data, product information and the latest... View Article

Delivering social housing that makes a difference

Stephen Wasserman of National Housing Group discusses the keys to delivering good quality ‘eco’ social housing From ITV’s ongoing investigation to young influencer Kwajo Tweneboa’s tireless social media campaigning, social housing is becoming an inescapable subject, and rightly so. Plainly... View Article

A thermal bridge too far?

Following changes to Part L in 2021, carbon emissions in new builds have to be significantly lowered. Simon Hill of Schöck says specifiers need to be aware how greatly thermal bridges can affect insulation values A localised area of the building envelope with... View Article

OWA UK launches new ‘RAW metal’ surface coating

Leading acoustic ceiling solutions manufacturer OWA UK has extended the design flexibility of its high-performance metal ceilings range with the launch of a new ‘RAW metal’ rust effect surface coating. Designed to complement the established OWAtecta metal ceiling system collection,... View Article

Basement specialist specifies Triton Systems for vintage project

One of Triton Systems approved installers has made use of the manufacturer’s waterproofing and sealant products in constructing a large wine cellar as the semi-buried basement structure beneath a new five-bedroom property in North London. Harkmac Construction Limited undertook the... View Article

One unit, one responsibility

When sourcing ventilation products, it’s common to rely on several different suppliers for each component. Different manufacturers will often focus their expertise on particular elements, so by sourcing the best components from various suppliers, you’re bound to end up with... View Article

CCF and ROCKWOOL come together to celebrate Women in Construction

Leading building products distributor, CCF, recently joined forces with mineral wool insulation specialist ROCKWOOL to host a special event to celebrate women in construction. The event was organised by CCF’s Edinburgh Branch Manager and Regional Account Manager, bringing together 23 CCF and Rockwool... View Article