Inspired in 1988 when construction of the Channel Tunnel commenced, this seventh wonder of the modern world required a certain “un petit extra”. The Channel Tunnel required a waterproofing system not only capable of withstanding extraordinary hydrostatic pressure but able... View Article

When John Penny of JP Joinery was asked by a client to design, build and install a “wow” bespoke kitchen, the one product element he knew he would be utilising was West Fraser’s CaberWood MDF! “This was my first full, bespoke kitchen project”... View Article

New stainless steel contemporary wall mounted benches for this modern station. Earlier this year Benchmark Design where contacted by Clarks Contractors to design and manufacture a number of curved stainless steel benches for the new Cumnock Bus Station. East Ayrshire... View Article

The Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art’s (MIMA) mission to bring the wider community under one roof has taken a step forward by ensuring that the roof remains waterproof and able to withstand the often harsh North-East weather.  Located in Centre Square, Middlesbrough, since 2007 operating... View Article

Aico is delighted to announce that they are the proud winners of ‘Best Training Provider’ and ‘Best Customer Service’ (Brand) at the 2021 Electrical Wholesaler Awards, voted for by industry professionals. The Electrical Wholesaler Awards champion innovative brands, outstanding wholesalers,... View Article

WC’s that have a built-in bidet washing function have been used throughout the Far East and the Mediterranean for many years, and now a simple solution for enhanced personal hygiene is being launched in UK on selected WC’s from VitrA.... View Article

British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia continues to lead the way in reliability with one of its Silhouette bathroom fans celebrating its sixteenth birthday. Installed in 2005 in a family home in Hornchurch, Essex during the refurbishment of the property’s main bathroom,... View Article

A major new UK centre for health-focused scientific excellence in Hull features a striking interior design created with the use of materials provided by Sto. RB’s £105m Science and Innovation Centre has been constructed with the StoVentec Glass system used inside... View Article

Insulation is in the centre of sustainable energy and is extremely important to incorporate into any renovation project especially in timber structures that are subjected to damp and draughts. Due to the high level of humidity generated in bathrooms, without... View Article

There are over 15 million ‘smart homes’ in the UK and Ireland, a figure growing year on year with no sign of slowing down. But whilst it’s easy to get blindsided by the smart tech that connects our homes with... View Article

The purpose of grout is to fill the joints that are left between tiles, make them watertight and protect the tiles themselves from water damage. There are two basic types of grout to choose between when specifying tiling. The first is... View Article

Altro has introduced new shades for its Altro Wood™ adhesive-free and Altro Wood safety flooring ranges. The new, on-trend, wood-look options, from cool grey hues through to warming and natural tones, provide flexibility when specifying or designing application areas which... View Article

CPD advises specifiers on fire protection requirements for structural steel sections ROCKWOOL has launched a new CPD (Continuing Professional Development) module to help fire protection stakeholders design out risk for steel frame constructions. The new module, ‘Passive Fire Protection for... View Article

BLANCO’s granite composite material, Silgranit®, is incredibly strong and made of up to 80% granite. It is not only durable but each of the ten stylish colours ensures the sink model stands out. BLANCO has developed an informative look book... View Article

Marley Alutec has contributed to the successful delivery of a stunning new build property in Stapeley, Cheshire – while restoring a developer’s faith in the aluminium eaves industry. Located within the Cheshire countryside, Broadoaks is a newly built, two-storey contemporary... View Article

Longer days and better weather mean that now is the perfect time to turn your attention to you home’s exterior woodwork. Time spent now properly protecting it means it will be shielded from the worst that Autumn and Winter can... View Article

Königstone has brought the vision to life to the kitchen with the Saint Moritz quartz worktop from the KönigQuartz range. Saint Moritz is made up of over 90% Quartz; the quality and durability of this material make it the perfect choice for a... View Article

According to The Building Research Establishment (BRE), a BREEAM certificate “demonstrates to everyone that claims of sustainability – and the benefits and value it brings – can be confidently accepted”. Achieving an outstanding result in the BREEAM assessment process is... View Article

BLANCO is well known for beautifully-designed, technologically-advanced kitchen sinks and taps which are perfect for today’s busy lives. The new CARENA range comprises two models; the CARENA and the CARENA-S Vario. Each boasts a lively, modern design and, due to the height of... View Article

Never has indoor air quality been more important. Reducing the spread of covid-19 in the home is vital. Virus transmission occurs more readily inside than out. Inadequate ventilation and insufficient fresh air allow pathogens to build up, increasing the likelihood... View Article