Author Archives: Kimberley Musson

Green-tech choose Henshaws as charity to support in 2021

Green-tech, the leading supplier of landscaping materials across the UK has announced its intention to make Henshaws its charity of choice for 2021. Green-tech is based just outside of Boroughbridge on the Rabbit Hill Business Park, off the A168.They are... View Article

Ask Mitsubishi Electric about sustainable heating

The Ecodan range of air source heat pumps from Mitsubishi Electric are some of the most advanced heating systems available. Designed specifically for UK conditions. Ecodan provides renewable, low carbon alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-burning heating systems. With an A+++... View Article

Is wood flooring really a good investment?

If you are thinking of replacing your floor with something a little different from before, maybe you should consider wood flooring. With many choices of patterns and materials to suit your budget, wood flooring is the favorite choice of many... View Article

Why plywood is a good material for construction

Materials are an important part of any construction project. Materials will not only help determine the end look but will play into such factors as the durability and strength of the work and whether maintenance will be required. When it... View Article

Marmox Thermoblock underpins Bromley School redevelopment

Both phases to the refurbishment and extension of the teaching and other facilities at a South London school are making full use of the insulating and loadbearing capabilities of Marmox Thermoblocks. Work on the Bromley High Junior School which is... View Article

A gamechanger for new homes

Be ready for the energy change with the aroTHERM plus air source heat pump The future is now. Introducing the aroTHERM plus from Vaillant. A new generation monobloc air-to-water heat pump that changes the way we heat homes. Using the... View Article

Oak Hill Joinery & Flooring expands its workshop

Oak Hill Joinery & Flooring was formed in February 2017 and specialise in manufacturing solid Prime grade American white oak skirting boards, sold in fixed 3600mm long lengths, also matching architrave sets and door linings. We decided in November 2019... View Article

A new district on the waterfront

Set to bring over 10,000 homes to the capital, Barking Riverside has been called one of Europe’s “most exciting placemaking projects.” Housebuilder & Developer’s deputy editor spoke to David Watkinson of Barking Riverside London. The Barking Riverside project is set... View Article

Cradle to cradle – squaring the circle

Marco Abdallah of Drees & Sommer tells Housebuilder & Developer’s deputy editor Jack Wooler what a ‘circular economy’ could look like, and what concrete steps the construction industry can take to achieve this ideal. ‘Circular economy’ is a buzz phrase... View Article

Business Bulletin

A round up of latest news and views from the UK’s leading sustainable specialist contractor – B&K Structures This launch issue features news of the company’s most recent awards success and the latest project updates on some iconic builds in... View Article

Taking a safety-first approach to product development

The team at EOS are supporting prominent rainscreen and facade manufacturer, BTS Facades and Fabrications to bring an innovative and high-performance complete walling solution to market. Taking a safety-first approach, the pioneering Vantage® Secret Fix-Full System (SF-FS) is a complete... View Article

Baumit plaster put to good use on new Girlguiding centre

Global building materials manufacturer, Baumit UK, has donated materials for the building of a stunning new Girlguiding centre. The Birk Crag Training, Activity and Residential Centre in Harrogate, North Yorkshire will provide a modern, multipurpose and environmentally-friendly base for a... View Article

Structural inspection & assessment of historic buildings

The structural integrity of historic buildings is subject to many environmental factors; repair, regularity and quality as well as the use of suitable materials for repair purposes. The assessment of heritage and historic buildings differs in many ways from the... View Article

The UK CA Mark is coming

With the end of the Brexit transition period looming, Dennis Milligan of the British Flue and Chimney Manufacturer’s Association (BFCMA) looks at how the UK CA Mark will differ to its EU predecessor Unlike many in the industry who have... View Article

Manufacturing a recovery

Stormking explores the challenges the pandemic has brought to manufacturing, and the way in which the UK construction industry has responded to the pressures so far, particularly the move to offsite When it comes to manufacturing, the UK is a... View Article

Five reasons to use PVC strip curtains in your business

You have no doubt seen PVC strip curtains before. Sometimes referred to as strip doors, these plastic curtains make effective barriers for any business. While they are considerably cheaper than having new doors fitted, PVC strip curtains are just as... View Article