Schiedel’s woodburning stoves and chimney packages are specifically designed for house-build projects. They allow the homeowner to break free from the gas and electricity grid, due to the volatility of energy prices (with a hike expected again). Adding a Schiedel... View Article

Changes to the Part L Building Regulations (England) came into full force this summer. For new homes this includes a 31% reduction in CO2 and higher fabric efficiency standards. It’s a lot to adjust to and the industry still has... View Article

Sinks, taps and accessories manufacturer, Reginox UK, has announced the promotion of Rebekah Tomkinson as the new UK Sales Manager. Rebekah, from Sandbach, who is celebrating her tenth year working for Reginox UK, has been promoted to UK Sales Manager... View Article

Specifying high security façade systems, doors and windows just got easier. Sälzer GmbH has been specialising in innovative high security systems for over 50 years and became part of the Schüco family in 2018. The Sälzer range has now been... View Article

Spacetherm® WL (Wall Liner) insulation from the A. Proctor Group is addressing the need for improving the thermal performance, and helping to reduce heating costs of a 1970s building with limited internal space. The original building, created by the British... View Article

Do you fully understand the impact that the updates to Building Regulations Approved Document Part O have on new build projects? Phantom Screens are here to help… What do the new Part O regulations mean for your new build project?... View Article

Everyone loves a guarantee, providing you with confidence in the product you’ve purchased. But how can you tell the difference between the guarantee headline and the cover you get in the event of a material failure? Are you looking to... View Article

A DualFlo water softener not only enhances property value and appeal, but it also reduces maintenance costs, protect appliances, and offers residents better quality water, improving living standards and satisfaction. Why invest in a DualFlo Water Softener? Investing in a... View Article

After Niall McLaughlin’s Magdalene College Library, Cambridge in 2022, the John Morden Centre in South London by Mae Architects has become this years Stirling prize winner. However, being a Stirling prize winner is not the only common point between the two... View Article

How families use their homes has changed dramatically over the past five years. Working remotely is now a permanent arrangement for many whilst entertaining at home is much more common. But open plan properties do not support multiple functions of... View Article

Architectural charm often lies in the diversity of the roofs found in older properties. Flat roofs contribute to the character of historic buildings, and require specialist materials and workmanship to maintain their integrity. Specifiers and contractors may not immediately consider... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia impressed the judges at the inaugural ECN Awards 2023. The Sussex-based company scooped the ‘HVAC Product of the Year’ award with its Vent-Axia Sentinel Apex, the next generation of commercial heat recovery ventilation. Vent-Axia received... View Article

Leviat is delighted to launch their new Industry Insights series, which critically examines a range of topics and issues facing the Construction Industry, and aims to provide clear, informative and educational content to support the growth and development of the... View Article

We are delighted to share that Althon has been awarded CHAS accreditation for this coming year, after demonstrating compliance with the CHAS standard in line with the requirement of SSIP Core Criteria and UK H&S Legislation. CHAS stands for The Contractors... View Article

The company, which had already covered the roof of the structure in 2017 with its PVC roofing membrane, has now made the roof suitable to support the installation of 1,452 solar panels Thanks to RENOLIT ALKORPLAN’s intervention, the SnowWorld Antwerp... View Article

A complete window and door glazing solution from Kestrel Aluminium Systems was specified for a carbon-neutral, sustainable woodland house. Tucked away on the outskirts of Brigg, Lincolnshire, Scawby Brook is a carbon neutral, sustainable house that has been sensitively created... View Article

Wood panel manufacturer, West Fraser, has marked over 40 years of training, development and supporting young apprentices in the surrounding area, by welcoming three new trainees to the business. The three apprentices have begun their first year of West Fraser’s industry... View Article

A trio of innovative aluminium solutions from Senior Architectural Systems were used for the Terry Frost Building, a new £30 million luxury student accommodation development in the heart of Leeds’ university hub. The seven-storey building required a robust yet attractive... View Article