The last few years has seen a massive increase in the popularity of external tiling installations using a range of materials, but primarily external self-supported porcelain (typically 20mm porcelain), slabs, pavers and natural stone. On method of fixing is on... View Article

The NEW Lincoln Clay Interlocking Pantile with an S-curve profile and thin leading edge has been remastered to once again provide specifiers, installers and homeowners, a pantile that combines a traditional aesthetic, with enhanced design for uncomplicated specification and installation... View Article

The Joint Competency Initiative (JCI), in which the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) is involved, is finalising its first framework for installers within the door, gates and shutter industry. ADSA is working with the Door Hardware Federation (DHF) and the... View Article

Known and trusted in the industry for decades, Cedral continuously drives innovation to generate new product options for facades and roofs, elevating aesthetics and creating building solutions that are both practical and stylish. Find out more about Cedral products Why... View Article

In today’s health-conscious world, we are becoming increasingly more concerned with the way we exercise, what we put into our bodies and most importantly, the air we breathe. In consideration of this, Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is marking two... View Article

Protect FrameSafe FR is a brand new high performance, Class A2 flame retardant wall breather membrane from Glidevale Protect. It is suitable for use on the external side of the frame to integrate with closed jointed façade wall structures on... View Article

Three is the magic number for Senior Architectural Systems as solutions from the manufacturer’s extensive range of aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling help complete The Barnum – a new residential development on Nottingham’s Queen’s Road. Designed by Franklin Ellis... View Article

When concealing external pipework, building services and utilities associated with low carbon district heating schemes or air-source and ground-source heat pumps, Pendock metal pipe boxing range provides effective protection against accidental damage while helping improve project aesthetics. Bespoke manufactured to the individual... View Article

As products generally evolve in response to future homes and building standards, how are trends in garage door design being affected? While building regulations primarily focus on energy efficiency principles for heated spaces, such as living areas, garages often fall... View Article

Enjoy the best of both worlds with VELFAC composite windows and doors. External aluminium frames add contemporary style plus an impressively durable and low maintenance finish – no need to repaint for the lifetime of the installation Internal pine frames... View Article

Winter Gardens are an ideal way of offering high-rise residents access to a contemporary, all-weather outdoor space. They also require a specific set of building materials that meet the required fire safety regulations. It’s for this reason that Pyroguard Balustrades... View Article

In partnership with E.ON and Green Homes Solutions, Sto has enhanced energy efficiency for Cheshire residents while maintaining the traditional appearance of their homes. Located in Wilmslow, most of the terraced houses are managed by Peaks & Plains Housing Trust... View Article

As resilient floors become damaged or heavily worn, poor condition impact’s function and safety as well as aesthetics. Replacement may be the first option that springs to mind, yet Bona has applied our expertise to create a program for caring... View Article

The government’s Health Building Note gives best practice guidance on the design and planning of new healthcare buildings and on the adaptation/extension of existing facilities. It states that “security measures should be incorporated into the design of all healthcare buildings to... View Article

Stelrad offers the widest range of low surface temperature radiators – LSTs – designed for the casings to never exceed 43°C making the radiators safe to touch. Ideal for all buildings where young, elderly and vulnerable people live, work or... View Article

Garador have just expanded their range of standard colours on their market leading sectional garage doors. Two beautiful new colours, Agate Grey (RAL 7038) and Chartwell Green (BS 14C35), have now been added to the range, providing further choice for homeowners.... View Article

An environmentally conscious couple turned to expert installer in renewables, Plug Me In, to retrofit their 1970s two-bedroom bungalow in Birkenhead from a Combi-gas boiler to a Panasonic Aquarea L Series air-to-water heat pump. Installer Plug Me In, a Panasonic... View Article

In the realm of construction materials, clay brick emerges as a timeless icon that seamlessly marries tradition and sustainability. Keith Aldis, CEO of the Brick Development Association (BDA) provides in-depth insight into clay brick’s exceptional versatility, showcasing its ability to... View Article

There are four key products in the new water treatment range launched recently – DR1 solid inhibitor sticks, which is the first solid inhibitor in the world to gain NSF International CIAS certification – formerly known as BuildCert. Then there’s... View Article