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The last few years has seen a massive increase in the popularity of external tiling installations using a range of materials, but primarily external self-supported porcelain (typically 20mm porcelain), slabs, pavers and natural stone. On method of fixing is on... View Article

Three is the magic number for Senior Architectural Systems as solutions from the manufacturer’s extensive range of aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling help complete The Barnum – a new residential development on Nottingham’s Queen’s Road. Designed by Franklin Ellis... View Article

As products generally evolve in response to future homes and building standards, how are trends in garage door design being affected? While building regulations primarily focus on energy efficiency principles for heated spaces, such as living areas, garages often fall... View Article

Enjoy the best of both worlds with VELFAC composite windows and doors. External aluminium frames add contemporary style plus an impressively durable and low maintenance finish – no need to repaint for the lifetime of the installation Internal pine frames... View Article

Winter Gardens are an ideal way of offering high-rise residents access to a contemporary, all-weather outdoor space. They also require a specific set of building materials that meet the required fire safety regulations. It’s for this reason that Pyroguard Balustrades... View Article

An environmentally conscious couple turned to expert installer in renewables, Plug Me In, to retrofit their 1970s two-bedroom bungalow in Birkenhead from a Combi-gas boiler to a Panasonic Aquarea L Series air-to-water heat pump. Installer Plug Me In, a Panasonic... View Article

Insulation manufacturer, Marmox UK have introduced a NEW highly versatile Fireboard into their range of building products, for both internal and external wall insulation (IWI/EWI) applications. Marmox Fireboard is a stone wool based product, coated on both sides with the... View Article

Installer Show (Birmingham, 25-27 June, Stand 4D22). As a major UK supplier of systems for the protection of tile and stone installations, including profiles, waterproofing, heating and other systems essential for high-quality bathroom fitouts, Schlüter-Systems is highlighting some of the... View Article

Cedral products are tried, tested and trusted in the industry and offer: Long-lasting durability: our fibre cement facades and roofing materials have a minimum life expectancy of 50 years. Low maintenance upkeep: fibre cement doesn’t rot, rust, warp or crack... View Article

Discover ROCKWOOL Learning, the e-learning platform providing on-demand professional development resources for building specifiers and contractors. Develop your knowledge of construction and insulation, including specific courses which cover changes to legislation and best practice across key applications. ROCKWOOL Learning has... View Article

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched an innovative new range of single ply membrane fasteners, in three sizes featuring a unique self-coring washer design, with a choice of two head drives and hardened drill points plus two types of slimline drive bar and... View Article

A multidisciplinary construction and property company based in the East Midlands has used SterlingOSB ZeroPrimedPlus, from West Fraser, for the hoardings around one of its latest residential projects, close to Derby CityCentre and its own head offices. Aside from the... View Article

Simple and elegant, the new Geberit AquaClean Alba blends seamlessly into any bathroom design. The AquaClean Alba is a simple, stylish WC complete with spray functionality that ensures perfect personal hygiene after using the toilet. This perfect entry-level model offers... View Article

All Althon headwalls are manufactured using a trademarked eco1™ concrete mix design. The standard eco1™ concrete mix, which is a Cement & GGBS blend, significantly reduces C0²e emissions by 50% when compared to a standard CEM1 concrete mix. In addition... View Article

Part of the wider regeneration of Watford, The Eight Gardens is a residential and commercial development from Berkeley Homes, featuring studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens and art installations. Due to Gaia’s long-standing relationship as a trusted... View Article

This year’s InstallerSHOW being held at the NEC Birmingham (June 25- 27th) will see waterproofing and insulation specialist, Marmox joining some 600 other companies as it showcases a selection of proven products, including its Showerlay and Minilay solutions, on Stand 4D27. The... View Article

In a property market that’s lost its former pace, developers are finding themselves in a precarious position. The homes are built, yet the buyers aren’t biting as quickly as they once did. As Associate Director of Underwriting at MSP Capital,... View Article

After constant requests from customers and merchants, Aldermaston based pumping system specialist Pump Technology Ltd. has just launched its new Saniflo SFA online Web Shop. The Web Shop includes domestic and commercial products and users can search via product description,... View Article

Harrogate-based ventilation manufacturer EnviroVent is celebrating winning two prestigious regional business awards: The Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business –and the Insider Media Made in Yorkshire awards. For both awards, EnviroVent won the prestigious ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ category, demonstrating its... View Article