Polypipe Building Services launches a new noise reducing drainage system

Polypipe Building Services has launched Terrain Q, a polypropylene, easy-to-install push fit system with multi-layer technology designed for a variety of commercial and high-rise residential buildings. Sitting alongside well-known Terrain drainage systems within the Polypipe Building Services portfolio including Terrain PVC and Terrain... View Article

Colour me (any shade other than grey)

Dare you venture beyond the grey? That is the challenge being thrown out by Gilberts Blackpool, in a bid to brighten British buildingscapes, particularly where large banks of louvres are involved. The company – Britain’s leading independent manufacturer of internal... View Article

Action stations

If you’re building a dream home away from it all in a beautiful countryside location, it may mean no access to the mains sewer; Dan Berry from Harlequin Manufacturing explains why packaged pump stations are a simple answer If a... View Article

The home front

What will you choose for your dream home’s facade? Lisa Grosse of Cedral explains why fibre cement cladding makes a great choice, for both practical reasons and the aesthetic ‘wow’ factor As well as providing protection against heat, cold, wind,... View Article

Dealing with the New Golden Thread Regulations

Paul McDevitt, Managing Director of TÜV SÜD Building Advisory Service, a data management and analytics business that ensures building owners, managers and occupiers can access the information they need to make fully informed decisions. Following key proposals made by Dame... View Article

Sika’s flexible solution for fire rated joints

Not only are building joints potential weak spots for air and water leakages, but they can also fuel the spread of heat, smoke and flames. For effective passive fire protection, Sikasil® 670 Fire Rated Silicone Joint Sealant from building chemicals... View Article

Waterloo strengthen product offering with displacement

Waterloo have strengthened their product offering by replacing their displacement range with the full portfolio of Swegon displacement products. By integrating a range of airborne products from the Swegon group, the supplier of air terminal devices can deliver the widest range of room unit products in the UK... View Article

Bona launches new range of sport floor treatments

Bona has introduced a system of premium sport floor finishes including one that allows players back on floors in just 24 hours! The new SuperSport system comprises a compatible range of top-coats and primers for wood, resilient sport and multi-use... View Article

Proven renewable heating options… from LG

With recent announcements from Government about the decarbonisation of heating in the UK, the spotlight has been trained on the use of proven renewable technology to provide our heating and hot water. Heat pumps have seen a huge take up... View Article

DRU Maestro 60 luxury gas fires now in extra tall options

The DRU selection of Maestro premium gas fires has been enhanced by new Tall models for installation anywhere around the home. The Maestro series features the exclusive DRU Dynamic Flame Burner®, which generates high, dancing flames with the option of... View Article

Panic Bar from Carl F Groupco Suits Scottish Regulations

Carl F Groupco, leading manufacturer of door and window hardware, including panic and emergency exit components, expands their range to include the CISA FAST Touch Panic Exit Push Bar. Compatible with FUHR panic exit door locks, the panic bar features... View Article

How to Future Proof Your Construction Venture

For most businesses, there remain a myriad of factors that are outside of your control as an entrepreneur, from the macroeconomic and geopolitical climate to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown measures. This is especially true in... View Article

Master site plan for Atlanta’s Centennial Yards revealed

The master site plan proposal to stitch together the pivotal Centennial Yards site in Downtown Atlanta has been revealed. The project is part of a $5 billion transformation of parking lots and former railyards into an experiential and inclusive mixed-use... View Article