Show Preview: Showing how to build with stone

6 – 8 June | ExCeL, London Many homeowners dream of including natural stone somewhere in the home. Whether it is limestone floors, granite worktops, marble in the bathroom, a sandstone patio or a slate roof, the chances are there will... View Article

HBD Industry Viewfinder: Building Safety into Law

Five years after the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Government introduced the Building Safety Bill, to attempt to address many of the construction industry issues which have been blamed for the devastating fire. While the Bill was progressing through Parliament, Housebuilder... View Article

ROCKWOOL appoints Nick Wilson as new UK Managing Director

Bridgend-based ROCKWOOL UK has appointed experienced industry leader Nick Wilson to continue the growth of its business ROCKWOOL has welcomed Nick Wilson as Managing Director to lead the insulation manufacturer across the UK and Irish markets. Wilson brings over 20... View Article

Sto helps keep the noise down for new university swimming pool

A significant milestone of a University’s Estate Masterplan has been completed with the use of an acoustic system solution provided by Sto. The company’s StoSilent Distance system and StoDecosit interior plaster now provide a practical and comfortable acoustic environment for... View Article

Boxing clever with spray foam insulation

High performance spray foam insulation has been used in an innovative shipping container repurposing project in central Manchester. The project – The OGS Container Scheme – has been built at the Old Granada TV Studios site and uses an array... View Article

Snickers Workwear Hoodies – built for comfort

Along with the Work Trousers range, these Hoodies and Sweatshirts are probably the most popular products among Snickers Workwear users. Designed specifically for professional craftsmen and women, they’re built for durability and comfort. The ‘full zip’ or ‘overhead’ styles are... View Article

Show Preview: UK Construction Week comes back to london

2 – 4 May | ExCeL, London A host of famous faces, interactive demos, new features and ground-breaking products await visitors to the UK’s largest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW), which makes a welcome return to London’s ExCeL... View Article

Office expansion calls for sustainable refurbishment approach

Forbo Flooring Systems’ Marmoleum was the product of choice for a creative breakout space at investment management firm, Triple Point. With its growing headcount, Triple Point appointed AW Spaces to create an environment that could accommodate the company’s hybrid working... View Article

Zentia ceilings help Howdens with a hat trick

Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia feature on Howdens‘ new UK logistics hub. Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia were specified for a new UK national logistics hub for the international Howdens Joinery Group for a trio of reasons – sustainability, aesthetics... View Article

Protecting and Optimising Heat Pump Installations

Barry Fentem, Specification Divisional Manager at Altecnic, explores which two components can be installed to optimise and protect heat pumps. The government has set out its ambition to support the growth of the heat pump market to around 600,000 installations... View Article

How to build more sustainably

With eco-friendly materials and building practices an important consideration for today’s homemaker, you’ll want to know where your products come from – and are they sustainable? In recent years, sustainability has been associated with high price points and luxury builds,... View Article