HELPING HOUSEBUILDERS GET TO THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM

Root ingress affecting below ground drainage is an issue which is often overlooked by housebuilders.  Why? Because it’s a problem that may not raise its head until years, sometimes decades, after a development has been built. Here, Steve Jeffries, Product... View Article

Meet the next era of sustainable construction materials

Michelmersh has recently announced its successful bid to the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) UK Government, Industrial Fuel Switching competition to conduct a feasibility study to replace natural gas with hydrogen in the brick making process. The... View Article

OMNIE whole-house solution for Devon barn conversions

LISTEN HERE The conversion of three stone-built agricultural buildings near the beautiful Devon town of Totnes is employing a full selection of renewable and low-energy technologies from the range of Exeter based manufacturer, OMNIE, to create a comfortable living environment... View Article

Something new is coming

Rocks have been the standard for construction since the stone age. But with more demands on buildings than ever before… It’s time for something new. Find out... View Article

Homebuilder donates £1,000 to Milton Keynes hospice

Willen Hospice has received a £1,000 donation from local homebuilder Barratt Homes to ensure the Hospice can continue to assist people with personal and compassionate end of life care. The donation will help the Hospice make sure those with life limiting illnesses have... View Article

Get 10% off AEG refrigeration appliances this July

In the market for a new fridge or freezer for your property? Grab a great deal this July with 10% off AEG refrigeration appliances* Be quick, offer ends 31st July 2022. Shop AEG refrigeration appliances Need some help taking an... View Article

Keller launches new brochure for the contract market

Kitchens with sustainability, flexibility and design at the heart “Beautiful and attainable have been our strengths since 1935 and still are!” The Dutch brand is well known in the retail market in the UK; and the company is proving a force in... View Article

Lignacite: The sound choice for building development

Following stringent laboratory testing, Lignacite, a leading manufacturer of sustainable concrete masonry blocks, is delighted to report that its flagship product has advanced sound insulation qualities, cementing its suitability for modern construction projects. Tested in accordance with BS EN ISO... View Article

Tilia wins quadruple gold at Rospa awards 2022

Tilia Homes has won four gold accolades at this year’s prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards 2022, with all four of the housebuilder’s regions being presented with a Gold Medal Award. For the business’ Central and Eastern regions, this is... View Article

Energy efficient loft storage with Loft Leg

Loft Leg Ltd. design and manufacture innovative loft storage solutions that create bright, organised, energy efficient lofts. All Loft Leg’s products are designed to work with, and protect, insulation products in the loft to create useful storage spaces while saving... View Article

Introducing the gold standard of BLANCO craftmanship

The eternal popularity of gold is a tale as old as time. To capitalise on this perpetual trend, BLANCO UK has launched Satin Gold as the latest finish for their range of high-quality LINUS and LINUS-S tap designs. Gold represents many things: achievement, triumph, prosperity, prestige,... View Article

Introducing The Truffle Pig Consulting Co.

After more than 30 years in the glass, glazing tools, and glass hardware business, Gary Dean has announced he has formed his new company focused on sharing experiences and knowledge as an independent consultancy group The Truffle Pig Consulting Co.... View Article

Passivhaus Bill proposed for Scottish Parliament

A proposed private member’s bill addressing the energy bill and climate crises is being put forward to the Scottish Parliament. The Domestic Building Environmental Standards (Scotland) Bill is out for consultation until 27 July 2022. Alex Rowley, MSP for the Mid Scotland and... View Article

Cut-to-falls multiboard helps drain top floor balcony

LISTEN HERE An experienced builder and roofing contractor has made use of some 300 standard and tapered Marmox Multiboards to complete a complex refurbishment of a large, top floor balcony on an apartment building in North London. Lightwood Construction carries... View Article