With balconies now defined as part of the external envelope of a building, combustible materials must be replaced to achieve compliance post-Grenfell. AliDeck’s non-combustible aluminium decking provides a complete solution. Following the Grenfell tragedy, a root and branch change was... View Article

Last year Inside Housing carried out an investigation on the replacement of faulty fire doors by councils across the UK. It was found that across 98 Councils, around 10% (approx. 33,000) of fire doors were unlikely to satisfy the 30 minute standard.... View Article

Enfield Council has used a large-scale upgrade and refurbishment of the Lytchet Way Estate in Enfield, as a cost effective means of adding much needed new homes to its housing stock. Through the innovative use of Langley Roof Top Development... View Article

Are you planning a new bathroom for your home? A new ensuite, cloakroom or house bathroom? UK Bathrooms, the leading online store for premium designer bathroom products, has launched the UK Bathrooms Design Awards and entries are now being invited.... View Article

In response to increasing focus on sustainable solutions to support the UK target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Marley has launched its Marley SolarTile® range. The integrated photovoltaics (PV) system that offers easy installation, sleek design, energy cost savings,... View Article

Brett Martin Plumbing and Drainage has provided the answer to managing heavy rainfall with the launch of StormCrate55, an underground modular geocellular unit which is proven as a cost-effective solution to surface water run-off in a wide range of below... View Article

Nearly CO2-free heating for 90 households The showcase for social, digital & connected, green & sustainable living has commenced in Central Europe Panasonic’s global Smart Cities portfolio extended with this European Lighthouse project In place to continue surpassing competition regarding... View Article

The next generation of aluminium bi-fold, folding sliding door has arrived from Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems. Comar FSDX: Superior, stabilised rolling action with the quietest roller in the industry and improved weight bearing capacity means fit-once and reduced call outs.... View Article

Setcrete Exterior is an advanced, water-mix floor levelling compound for outdoor areas such as patios, balconies and walkways, and semi-external areas such as garage floors. It is used to smooth and level rough, worn or mechanically-damaged concrete or sand/cement screeds... View Article

Two prestigious refurbishment contracts in Manchester illustrate the appeal of Crittall Steel windows across different sectors. Appleby Lodge is a residential estate and the Redfern Building an office block in a sought-after city centre location currently undergoing redevelopment. Both date... View Article

Leading provider of secure windows for medical establishments Crittall-Fendor worked closely with architects throughout the design phase of a new state of the art mental health hospital in Kent. Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is a low level secure and rehabilitation unit... View Article

Due to the Covid-19 restrictions, numerous people have now been working at home for several months. Interestingly, many of us have found that we have been able to work effectively in this situation, while still maintaining our position as part... View Article

The high quality of the KönigQuartz range from Königstone can be depended on to add beauty and elegance to the kitchen. And it is 100 per cent safe! The exceptional calibre of these surfaces has now been endorsed with the... View Article

Cellecta, the UK specialist Acoustic and Thermal Insulation manufacturer have launched their Mojave® dry laid underfloor heating system. The system brings together a series of well-known components consisting of high-performance acoustic layers, XFLO® high-compressive strength extruded polystyrene (XPS), ULTRAplate aluminium... View Article

Norbord’s CaberWood range of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF), the longest standing portfolio on the market, is one of the most versatile. The board is tough, easily worked and ideal for a vast range of building applications – from skirting boards,... View Article