Try before you buy with West Fraser

Specifying the perfect panel products for a project is a key part of the planning process. West Fraser manufactures the leading building panel ranges in the UK and, to help in the selection process, the company has introduced A5-size samples,... View Article

Fibo wall panels in energy-efficient modular housing from DMDmodular

DMDmodular has recently achieved a significant milestone, successfully completing a fully energy-efficient housing project that tackles the industry’s most pressing challenges, with Fibo’s waterproof wall panels used throughout. With the built environment responsible for 38% of greenhouse gas emissions, the... View Article

Specifying for long lasting comfort

Ashley Hooper from Joseph Hamilton Seaton discusses the intrinsic link between durability and comfort in choosing flooring solutions, and how prioritising both will foster customer satisfaction, wellbeing, and the longevity of the building. For all kinds of residential developments, whether... View Article

Take the time out of tea

Boiling water taps have grown rapidly in popularity over the past decade; from being viewed as an unnecessary luxury they are now increasingly a household essential for many homeowners. Quooker UK & Ireland’s Stephen Johnson looks at how changing lifestyles... View Article

New F. Ball smoothing compound raises the level

F. Ball’s new Stopgap 1600 smoothing compound has provided a fast-track solution for raising floor levels as part of the ground-floor refurbishment of a residential property in Wainscott, Kent. Fitters were contracted by wholesale flooring distribution company STS Flooring to... View Article

Ny and improved ROCKWOOL cavity insulation

ROCKWOOL NyRock® Cavity Slab 032 is the most thermally efficient stone wool cavity insulation currently available in the UK and Ireland✝. This is Ny and improved cavity insulation, featuring: Patented NyRock technology powering low-lambda, non-combustible stone wool Up to 13%... View Article

Showering sustainably

Darren Washbrook of Mira Showers says water-efficient smart showers are key to helping customers pursue ethical consumerism, and explains the options Water scarcity is an increasingly concerning issue. Once seen as a challenge primarily faced by other countries, water scarcity... View Article

Show Preview – London Build calling

15 – 16 NOVEMBER OLYMPIA, LONDON The wait is nearly over for the UK’s leading and award-winning construction show, London Build, to open doors to its most exciting edition yet.  London Build has been put together to be the ultimate... View Article

Ensuring airtightness in buildings

Achieving airtightness in buildings has become a key objective for the construction industry. There are many benefits to airtight buildings such as reduced heat loss, savings on energy, improved comfort for occupants, and protection of the building fabric. This can... View Article

GRAHAM delivers latest retirement village for Audley Group

Work has completed on Royal London Asset Management’s £44m Wycliffe Retirement Village in Horsley Green near High Wycombe. Constructed by GRAHAM, the retirement village will be operated by Audley Group. It encompasses 156 accessible later living apartments, distributed across five... View Article

Show Preview – The homes front

22 – 23 NOVEMBER EXCEL, LONDON In 2023, the UK’s housing providers face increased obligations to simultaneously address a range of issues: improve housing standards and tackle disrepair, empower tenants, meet net zero targets, address building safety, and increase housing... View Article

The shortcut to an increase in pressure

Many homes across the UK suffer from low water pressure, yet many consumers don’t realise they have an issue, or have simply become accustomed to it. David Williamson of Wilo UK discusses the techniques and tools available to boost water... View Article

Gul-e – EV On-Street Charging Solution

With an estimated 6.6 million households without access to off-street parking, convenient at-home charging remains a barrier to EV adoption for residents throughout the U.K. Many EV users look to take advantage of night-time tariffs. However, the problems created when... View Article