BAL Waterproof 1C – the new one-coat solution

LISTEN HERE All the features, none of the faff BAL, market-leaders in full-tiling solutions, have launched a new one-coat waterproofing solution for bathrooms, wetrooms and showers prior to tiling. BAL Waterproof 1C is a ready-mixed tanking solution that can be... View Article

More coloured rads from stock

The addition of a number of coloured radiators being held in stock by Stelrad at its National Distribution Centre to be delivered within 24 hours of order, has been so successful that it’s added to the range of coloured radiators... View Article

VELFAC composite glazing – Versatile, durable, stylish

Warm rooms, beautiful views, maximum daylight, contemporary style – VELFAC aluminium / timber glazing delivers the perfect indoor climate together with distinctive design and impressive durability. From sustainable construction to low U-values, sleek frames to expert support, VELFAC glazing can... View Article

MEETING SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT NEEDS: THE CAR CLUB SOLUTION

By Carl Pittam, Development Director, Ubeeqo a brand of Europcar Mobility Group  With space at such a premium in towns and cities, the pressure is on for housebuilders to provide high quality, sustainable homes that not only meet the changing lifestyles... View Article

Dialock: The advanced locking system

Businesses that invest in contactless technologies like Dialock will be able to offer, not only a reduction in physical touchpoints, but technologically advanced initiatives such as remote room-booking, check-in, check-out, and payment transactions. This greatly reduces the need for physical interaction with... View Article

The definitive guide to acoustic, fire and thermal insulation

The updated 2021 ROCKWOOL Red Book is now available to download. This powerful interactive tool provides digital access to technical data, product certification and a wide range of specification support materials across the ROCKWOOL product range. It’s all designed to... View Article

Comments on the Halifax house price index update

Following the Halifax House Price Index for August, please find comments below from the Assetz Group and property consultancy Knight Frank… Stuart Law, CEO of the Assetz group, said: “While it is generally expected that house price growth will simmer... View Article

It’s time to buy British

A wide range of imported timber products are now hard to come by thanks to various supply issues, but the solution is close at hand, says Tom Barnes of Vastern Timber Various timber products, including roof battens, structural timber and... View Article

Catch up on two years of innovation

UK Construction Week is back after a long two-year wait, to showcase innovation and knowledge on 5-7 October at the NEC in Birmingham The pace of digital transformation and innovation in architecture and the built environment has undoubtedly accelerated over... View Article

A revealing take on later life

A project in north London offers highly individualised, non-institutional retirement village design both inside and out, producing a carefully detailed brick-clad form on a challenging site. Jack Wooler reports Belle Vue is a high-end retirement community in Hampstead, London which... View Article

Properties of Good Facing Bricks

A brick is the most important raw material meant for constructing a building with the latest approaches. It involves different types that satisfy the needs of builders and construction firms. The facing bricks are primarily used on the exterior of... View Article

Comprehensive system solution

A modern building now has to excel in performance — reducing its environmental impact, being more energy efficient, aesthetically pleasing and meeting the requirements of the ever-more critical end user. Insulation is at the centre of sustainable energy and is... View Article