Aged finish – New tile | The NEW ACME Weathered colour further bolsters our extensive collection of Acme Single Camber clay plain tiles. For housebuilders & developers seeking a product that captures the timeless charm of an aged clay roof,... View Article

RENOLIT ALKORPLAN’s Bright membrane installation at Bordeaux’s Auchan Shopping Centre exemplifies cutting-edge sustainable and energy-efficient roofing. This lightweight solution has reduced the building’s air conditioning use by 15-20% with its high solar reflectance. As part of the Group’s Cool3 campaign,... View Article

As part of our continued growth and commitment to delivering innovative, cost-effective foundation solutions, SPEEDECK Foundations has welcomed three outstanding Geotechnical and Design specialists to our expanding team. With expertise in structural, geotechnical, and geo-environmental engineering, these new hires will... View Article

ARDEX UK and Building Adhesives Ltd – part of the ARDEX Group UK – have both achieved gold certification for five years of continuous CO2 reduction. The ARDEX Group UK first achieved ISO 14064:1 (otherwise known as CEMARS) for the... View Article

Ahmarra is a leading UK specialist in fire doors for healthcare environments, having manufactured and installed thousands of bespoke doorsets for NHS hospitals across London and the South East. With over 30 years of experience, Ahmarra has developed sector-specific ranges... View Article

April Fools! As you might have imagined, attaching a balcony to a hot air balloon is a little far-fetched. But there’s a grain or two of truth in what we’ve shown off. Balconies as light as air Our Next Generation... View Article

Research providing information on the performance of different heating systems at the Energy House 2.0 facility at the University of Salford, has provided clear evidence that self-built new homes heated by radiators have lower running costs than those heated by... View Article

Three companies have been chosen by high-performance drylining solutions provider British Gypsum to go through to an international competition that recognises craftsmanship, quality and sustainability. The 14th International Gypsum Trophy, to be held in Paris in April, celebrates the collaboration... View Article

Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems, offers schools a complete ventilation solution to enhance indoor air quality (IAQ), energy efficiency, and sustainability. With high energy costs driving schools to improve energy performance, buildings are... View Article

The South-Tyrolean family business is among the biggest window suppliers in Europe. The company recently opened its Finstral Studio Borehamwood in north London, launching its appeal to resellers in the UK. We asked Andreas Simmer, Head of Finstral UK, about... View Article

Malmaison York is a stunning boutique hotel comprising 150 bedrooms, F&B venues, the brand’s signature Work + Play meeting and event spaces, spa and gym. With interiors designed by Studio Moren and sited in the iconic former Aviva building in... View Article

We manufacture our sliding rooflights from our base in East Anglia. They are the highest performing sliding rooflights on the UK Market. In today’s architectural landscape, the integration of sustainability and innovation is paramount. Next Generation Rooflights (NGR) exemplifies this... View Article

Hard as stone, beautiful as wood, Cedral facades is the ideal alternative to traditional cladding and offers a variety of design solutions for a wide range of projects. Our facades recently provided the design inspiration for a jaded 1990s home... View Article

Tried and trusted in the industry for over 100 years and winner of the prestigious Livingetc Style Award for Best Exterior Cladding in 2024, make Cedral facades and slates your top choice. We work with developers, architects and installers all... View Article

Ensuring compliance with current and upcoming legislation is a critical focus for architects and specifiers aiming to create sustainable, future-proofed buildings. One such area of increasing importance is waterproofing in wet rooms and bathrooms, with the NHBC Technical Guidance 9.2/06 now setting stricter... View Article

Are you a developer seeking funding for residential or commercial property projects — or need a bridging loan to get things moving? BLG Development Finance offers bespoke development loans up to £15m, designed to meet your unique needs. With our... View Article

Jane Elvins, Specification and Business Development Manager at GEZE UK, delves into the role of access control systems in enhancing building safety. In today’s environment, ensuring building safety has become a top priority for businesses. Access control systems – including... View Article

Leading open space management company, Meadfleet, proudly marks 30 years of maintaining high-quality open spaces across England and Wales. Founded in 1995, Meadfleet is the UK’s longest-established specialist open space management company, offering housebuilders a trusted, award-winning approach to creating... View Article

What is the best sound-reducing floorboard range on the market? CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a highly versatile, effective and economical sound-reducing flooring solution. Reducing both impact and airborne transmitted sounds, it can be laid over concrete and timber floors... View Article

Glidevale Protect has launched its Whole House Solution – a new interactive web-based specification tool offering housebuilders and specifiers seamless navigation of its complete building envelope product collection, ranging from pitched roofing underlays and construction membranes to loft hatches and... View Article