The next step in your project

Richard Harding from British Spirals and Castings discusses the different regulations you need to consider when choosing a staircase for your project Staircases can be a home’s key feature, helping to communicate the style and feel of your property. For... View Article

Bathrooms with longevity

Like most of the building industry, the bathroom sector has changed over the last two years. James Sketch from Keuco explains what people are now focussing on when it comes to planning and designing their bathroom The combination of Brexit... View Article

A hospital specifies Titan Lite™ 120:60 from Firefly

LISTEN HERE An 18-month contract being carried out by a leading UK fire contractor has involved installing large quantities of the TITAN Lite™ 120:60, manufactured by TBA FIREFLY™, to create fire barriers above ceiling voids throughout many parts of the hospital.... View Article

Construction delays and price increases

How cooperative communication between parties likely to be the “most sensible solution” With the UK construction industry in the middle of a materials procurement and shortage crisis, parties should make certain the terms of a contract are drafted carefully to... View Article

BAL’s external tiling range trusted for long-life installations

Launched to the market last year, BAL’s external tiling range provides installers with a trusted solution for fixing external tiles and pavers – including popular 20mm external porcelain. Developed using market-leading performance and quality standards, the installation range provides improved... View Article

Modular homes help tackle homelessness in Hertfordshire

Dacorum Borough Council has been granted planning permission to install eight purpose-built, modular homes in Hemel Hempstead to help tackle homelessness in the area. The SoloHaus homes, which are to be installed near Aragon Close, have been provided by the UK’s second-largest... View Article

SEN School refreshed with Yeoman Shield

Fairfield School in Batley, West Yorkshire, managed by FM company Pinnacle Group, engaged with Yeoman Shield wall & door protection specialists to carry out re-branding and maintenance work during the February half-term. Catering for students from 4 – 19 years... View Article

Choosing the right sustainable wood finish

Consumers today are more conscious than ever about the sustainability credentials of the products they buy and use. There is a clear trend for switching to more sustainable and environmentally friendly products. That’s why so many people turn to Osmo... View Article

Dulux Trade unveils antiviral paint Sterishield Dual Active Matt

Dulux Trade has launched Dulux Trade Sterishield Dual Active Matt, a quick drying, water-based coating with anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties that meets growing demand among decorators and consumers for products that contribute to more hygienic environments. The innovative paint contains in-film... View Article

Exterior Inspiration: Gardens

The exterior of your home is arguably just as important as the interior; the design needs to relate to the building as well as the wider landscape. Here we round up some of the latest outdoor products to influence your... View Article

Saving for retirement

Outbuildings on the site of a historic farmhouse in rural Hampshire have been cleverly transformed into a ‘later living’ home, by an owner who was keen to downsize, in a project that triumphed over Covid TEXT TOM BODDY IMAGES ALAN... View Article

Time to go hybrid: Ventilation to weather any storm

The reality of climate change in the UK is being felt in force, from extreme heat and record-breaking temperatures to increasingly frequent flooding events. Building design must change in response, including ventilation. For specifiers, it’s a balancing act between delivering... View Article

Home Styling: Versatile underfoot

Choosing tiled flooring can have major design benefits, but there are decisions to get right. Here Jo Oliver of Stone & Ceramic Warehouse provides the robust case for porcelain Flooring serves as the foundation for your interior design and can... View Article

Ask the Expert: Growing green aspirations

For growing numbers of self-builders, green roofs are the right choice for topping off a home. But what are the key practicalies that you need to consider – and are they suitable for all projects? Julian Thurbin of Wallbarn has... View Article