In support of brick’s appeal

Bricks, in conjunction with innovative masonry support systems, are building on their appeal as architects increasingly specify them across a wide range of new buildings. IG Masonry Support’s Andy Sharlot explains Modern brick slip products enable the creation of bespoke... View Article

Ventilation for the built environment – combatting mould

Poor indoor air quality contributes to respiratory and allergy problems. Inadequate ventilation creates ideal conditions for condensation and mould growth. Vectaire’s MVHRs help tackle these problems. Incorporating two fans they deliver low level continuous ventilation – extracting stale air from... View Article

Openings for a net zero future

The UK Government has proposed the Future Homes Standard to ensure new homes built from 2025 will produce 75-80% less carbon. Chris Armes from Liniar Design & Development offers advice on choosing windows and doors for low carbon development projects... View Article

Colour under consideration

Colour can play an important part in the identity of any building. Here, Elissa Turnbull from Saint-Gobain Weber shares her tips for specifying render From the brightly colourful houses rendered in Portobello Road, to the traditional Suffolk Pink, colour can... View Article

From barn living to luxury living

We recently helped turn this neglected barn into a stunning luxury newly built home. There are very few companies in the UK who can in-house manufacture and install all the bespoke products required for a build of this type and... View Article

Structherm proudly announces award

Structherm proudly announces the INCA Winners Award for the successful 18-month renovation of the Glasgow Green Boathouse. The revitalised Grade 2 listed building, on the River Clyde bank, utilised Structherm’s Structural External Wall Insulation with textured silicone finish and replication... View Article

Automatic door servicing solutions from TORMAX

With wet and windy weeks ahead, it is important to regularly service your automatic entrance system to ensure it continues working at optimum efficiency, whatever the weather throws at it. With a nationwide team of in-house trained engineers, TORMAX can... View Article

ARDEX returns to SPATEX 2024

ARDEX UK are once again exhibiting at SPATEX – the UK’s largest pool, spa and wellness show – which is taking place from 6th to 8th February at the Coventry Building Society Arena. At the heart of the pool and... View Article

CPD now available from Dual Innovation Award winner AeroBarrierUK

AeroBarrierUK, a leader in air tightness solutions, is now offering CPDs and seminars to guide architects and specifiers on achieving best-in-class airtightness for projects, both guaranteed and at scale. The seminar will cover current and upcoming Building Regulations, the challenges... View Article

The Future of Airtightness – AeroBarrierUK

Looking at the Future Homes Standard and beyond, join Head of AeroBarrierUK, Hugh Franklin, on a tailored seminar covering the importance of specified airtightness in new build projects. Delivered in-person or via webinar, this CPD covers the ‘last uncontrolled variable’... View Article

NHBC Standards 6.1 – Cavity Trays

Compatible with metal arched openings, concrete arched openings and traditional centering construction, Type BA Barrier Arch Cavity Trays from Cavity Trays Ltd are preformed to suit all designs of openings within cavity walls. Harmonized protection is established every time, plus... View Article

Introducing AET

AET offers a distinctive range of customisable Architectual grilles, enabling clients to tailor their surroundings to sleek modernity or intricate boldness.  Integral to the underfloor air conditioning system, these grilles embody precision and unwavering quality, serving as both functional components... View Article

F. Ball makes for top story at Channel 4 News

F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound has been used to create a hard-wearing base for a flooring installation at Channel 4 News’ main broadcast studios in Leeds. The refurbishment involved installing luxury vinyl tiles (LVTs) over 120m2 at the television broadcaster’s national headquarters located on the south bank of the river in the city centre. As well as delivering... View Article

Growth in Moveable Walls for University Lecture Theatres

Demand for moveable walls from universities has grown in recent years with many looking to modify their lecture theatres to create more adaptable space. Michael Porter, Style’s group sales director reports that large lecture theatres are often underutilised with only... View Article

Defending Schools from Vandalism and Damage

Following a merger of four local primary schools, the community of Port Glasgow, Scotland received a environmentally responsible education facility. With funding from Inverclyde Council, the school required a security solution that mitigated catastrophic vandalism, without creating a fortress. Charter... View Article