Author Archives: Kimberley Musson

Poggenpohl appoints new Technical Designer, Dora McDowall

Poggenpohl has appointed a new Technical Designer to work from the Hampstead Studio, Dora McDowall. An Interior Design graduate from Manchester University, Dora has a passion for high-end, luxury design. With over three years’ experience working within a family run... View Article

Large format tiles offer great aesthetic freedom for architects

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager for tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals, outlines some of the issues around specifying the new generation of large format tiles. Large format porcelain panels are now increasingly seen in both commercial and residential installations.... View Article

Revolutionising electrical installations

Scolmore Group is one of the UK’s leading electrical manufacturers and incorporates Click wiring accessories, Ovia lighting, ESP fire and security and Unicrimp cable accessory products. Scolmore Group has invested significantly to introduce Elucian, a comprehensive range of Three Phase... View Article

Case Study: Crystal Peaks Shopping Centre, Sheffield

Supplier: LAMILUX | Product: LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 | Installer: P&R Structural Glazing Crystal Peaks, a major shopping centre in Sheffield, Yorkshire, has been refurbished with three new large, glazed roofs thanks to the collaboration between LAMILUX, a leading provider of high-performance rooflights, and P&R Structural Glazing,... View Article

Dulux champions the Design Talent of Tomorrow

Dulux is proud to announce its support for the visionary GREEN GRADS initiative, a unique UK platform dedicated to promoting the next generation of sustainably focused talent in design, art and engineering. With shared goals to foster innovation and champion... View Article

Non-combustible structural thermal breaks ensure fire safety

MAX FRANK Egcobox® are non-combustible concrete-to-concrete structural thermal break units, supplied with stone wool insulation (Fire classification A1) as standard in the UK. The stone wool insulation is Hydrophobic, offering excellent water repellent properties, and its thermal and fire-resistant properties... View Article

Stelrad ‘Green Compact’ radiator series

Leading radiator manufacturer Stelrad Radiators continues to offer low carbon-emissions steel radiators, with an excellent response so far to this new approach to the reduction of carbon emissions in the production of steel radiators. The steel utilised in the manufacture... View Article

Doing every house proud

When it comes to housing repair and maintenance, Bond It has become a preferred choice for sealants, adhesives and so much more. This year marks the first ever appearance by Bond It at The Installer Show. The business, which is... View Article

Elan Homes to build 110 new homes in Warrington

Elan Homes is preparing to start work on a 110-home scheme in the Warrington village of Hollins Green. The Cheshire-based business recently acquired a 10.5-acre site off Manchester Road. The land was allocated for housing in the Warrington Local Plan... View Article

Why would I need a Real Estate Lawyer?

The process can be complicated, filled with legal terminology, complex regulations, and potential challenges that may lead to significant financial and emotional stress. Finding reputable real estate lawyers can help you navigate these legal complexities with expert guidance. Although it... View Article

Sanifos underground pumping stations for neat waste water removal

Saniflo’s Sanifos range of pumping stations provide a reliable, powerful and tidy solution for discharging rainwater, grey or black waste from whole buildings, multiple small buildings or portions of buildings. Mainly installed underground (although they can be installed inside) Sanifos... View Article

CaberDek earns top marks from Home Counties carpentry specialist

A specialist carpentry sub-contractor covering housing sites across a large swathe of the Home Counties has come to value CaberDek from the West Fraser range for a variety of reasons: not least because the high quality panel product doesn’t destroy his operatives’ electric saws!... View Article

Bigger, better, and more impressive than ever

The Express Bi-Folding Doors Leeds showroom has undergone its biggest transformation since 2016, elevating it to a new level. Already recognised as the best of its kind in the UK, it now includes the most extensive Entrance Doors showroom in... View Article

Common costly mistakes when renovating a bathroom

With nearly six decades of experience in the bathroom world, Schlüter-Systems knows all there is to know about the challenges of installing a perfect one! Avoiding these five common mistakes will make the whole process run smoothly and ensure a newly installed... View Article