Author Archives: Kimberley Musson

Parkside and Strata Tiles align for a total tile solution

Parkside and Strata Tiles are aligning to become sister brands, as the two tile specification companies look to become the market leader in the commercial tile market by 2025. With complimentary approaches to tile specifications, Parkside and Strata Tiles are... View Article

Resin Bound Forecourt at Brooklands Museum, Weybridge

LISTEN HERE Two blends of natural stone resin bound paving were chosen to give an effective contrast to each other and blend beautifully within the surrounding greenery and other natural materials. SureSet worked closely with the museum to ensure the... View Article

A masterful take on oak

Unilin Panels has introduced UNILIN Master Oak, melamine and HPL panelling with lifelike natural oak designs. After several years research and development in the authentic recreation of natural materials, Unilin Panels has released a collection of six ready-to-use designs that... View Article

Certifire approval for TECTUS Hinges

LISTEN HERE SIMONSWERK UK is proud to announce that the TECTUS range of concealed hinges has been approved for the Warrington fire CERTIFIRE certification scheme. CERTIFIRE is an independent third-party certification scheme that assures fire protection products’ performance, quality, reliability,... View Article

Cavibrick Challenge

LISTEN HERE The Cavibrick is a moulded ventilator from Cavity Trays of Yeovil. Cavibricks have integral louvres, deflectors and an internal back upstand to guard against water ingress. Whilst traditional airbricks generally have two rows of 9 square 8mm x... View Article

Forbo launches new sports flooring

Having supplied floor coverings for education buildings for more than a century, Forbo Flooring Systems is pleased to announce a new solution, which completes its education portfolio: Sportline multi use. This new high-performance vinyl sheet has been designed specifically for... View Article

Gainsborough relaunches with new SLIM electric shower range

British shower brand makes a mighty splash with UK bathroom market comeback New electric shower range combines high specifications with exceptional value SLIM Mono and Duo available in various power options and colours to meet all consumer needs and complement... View Article

Low energy living with VELFAC composite windows and doors

For most self-builders low energy performance is a key project goal, reducing energy bills and helping save the planet without compromising year round comfort in every room. VELFAC aluminium / timber windows and doors offer great low energy performance. U-values... View Article

Vent-Axia welcomes Part F of the Building Regulations

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the publication of new Approved Document Part F of the Building Regulations, as a “vital step to improve indoor air quality” as we move toward the Future Homes Standard on the road to Net... View Article

F. Ball launches RAG® 2022

F. Ball and Co. Ltd. has unveiled an updated version of its highly anticipated F. Ball Recommended Adhesives Guide (RAG®), which includes new floorcoverings launched by manufacturers during 2021 and F. Ball’s Styccobond F58 PLUS adhesive, which also made its... View Article

Sika launches new low odour balcony waterproofing range

Responding to the continual growth in popularity of versatile liquid applied waterproofing solutions, Sika has launched Monoflex LO, an innovative low odour waterproofing range for balconies, walkways and terraces. Developed at Sika’s world-leading Global Technology Centre in Preston, the new... View Article

Newton Waterproofing delivers comprehensive gas protection solution

When it comes to the challenge of waterproofing and gas proofing a below-ground structure, Newton Waterproofing Systems, the UK’s leading independent designers and suppliers of guaranteed waterproofing systems, stock a range of products that combine effective waterproofing and gas protection.... View Article

Tactile Design

Embassy Gardens with David Phillips Embassy Gardens is a premium development in the Nine Elms regeneration zone. Recognised for its iconic glass Sky Pool suspended 115 feet in the air, this prestigious property surrounding the US embassy boasts both residential... View Article

Jackon is ‘Future Homes ready’ at Futurebuild

Stand: H50 At Futurebuild this year JACKON will be promoting the fact that it is Future Homes ready. The company’s building systems are ready for the rigorous new u-value targets for new-builds, when these come into effect in 2025 as... View Article

It’s good to share

GEZE UK has made donations to three local charities as part of their focus on Corporate Social Responsibility. A total of £1,820.00 was shared between St Giles Hospice, Lichfield Foodbank and the Pathway Project – a charity that supports adults,... View Article