Sun, sand, sea and garage doors that thrive by the shore

Garador looks at the best doors to withstand Britain’s rugged coastal climate With vigorous weather and salt laden sea breezes, any build within three miles of the coast is especially vulnerable to harsh weathering and corrosion. For these locations, there... View Article

CMS Danskin Acoustics launches improved acoustic underlay

CMS Danskin Acoustics’ new acoustic underlay REGUPOL sonus multi 500 series provides excellent acoustic performance, contains a higher percentage of recycled material and offers a commercial advantage over previous REGUPOL variants. Available only from CMS Danskin Acoustics in the UK,... View Article

Vent-Axia Champions Cleaner Indoor Air on Clean Air Day

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is proudly supporting Clean Air Day on Thursday, 19 June 2025. This year’s campaign highlights how air pollution affects us from before our first breath until our last, and encourages people to understand the health... View Article

Ventilation survey reveals impact of poor indoor air quality

One of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, EnviroVent, has revealed the startling results of its national survey* to mark Clean Air Day (19th June), which demonstrated that a staggering 66% of people had experienced mould in their homes. At a time when... View Article

Get on top of roof design for big gains

Nick Boulton of the Trussed Rafter Association explains how engaging those responsible for roof design early helps housebuilders reduce waste, cut carbon, and meet evolving sustainability regulations. One area of significant progress is the design and construction of roof structures... View Article

A site worth its salt

A development of 103 new homes in Cheshire overcame obstacles from the site’s industrial history as a salt mine – which did not deter developers Russell Homes. Roseanne Field reports One of Russell Homes’ latest developments, Brook View, has not... View Article

What does planning reform mean for you

With the benefit of 20 years of experience navigating planning policy, Mark Mirams, chief operations officer at Studio Charrette, gives readers a no-nonsense view of the practical changes brought by the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. At Studio Charrette, we know... View Article

Let there be light

Tracey Jackson of Howells Patent Glazing explains why daylighting is a vital consideration for self-builders and renovators and how to achieve the best results. Natural light is a powerful resource and one of the most important elements in architectural design,... View Article

Barratt Redrow rolls out The Pallet LOOP nationwide

Homebuilder continues commitment to circular economy practices by using LOOP collection service The Pallet LOOP is proud to announce that Barratt Redrow, the UK’s largest housebuilder, is rolling out LOOP’s pallet collection service across all of its sites nationwide. The... View Article

A ‘walk-in’ the park

When it comes to creating a walk-in shower or wetroom, bond it’s focus on helping the trade to work smarter delivers major time and hassle saving benefits. Kirstie Cooper, marketing manager, at the business explains more. With many building projects,... View Article

Laying the Foundations for Industry Change Brick by Brick

Six in 10 construction students leave the profession shortly after completing their training. As a result, the industry is falling dangerously short in securing its next generation of talent. A major part of the problem is the disconnect between employers... View Article

Breathe easy

Ashley Cooper of WMS explores how underfloor heating provides the ideal balance between indoor air quality, comfort and efficiency. When planning a self-build, comfort and efficiency are often top priorities, but one crucial factor is sometimes overlooked – indoor air... View Article

Technology’s critical role in tackling housing repairs

As housing repairs surge and insourcing rises, Dave Carr of Propeller, explains why embracing technology is essential for social landlords and their contractors. Housing providers in England are spending record amounts on repairs and maintenance, with expenditure exceeding £8.8bn in... View Article

The great retrofit challenge

Retrofitting the UK’s ageing homes is now an urgent priority. Simon Storer of the Insulation Manufacturers Association highlights the challenges and opportunities of meeting evolving safety, sustainability, and efficiency standards through effective insulation solutions. It is well known that the... View Article