Industry first as Willmott Dixon encourages supply chain to join Considerate Constructors Scheme

Willmott Dixon is making a huge commitment to ensuring a considerate supply chain by asking its top-tier supply chain partners to register with the Considerate Constructors Scheme. All of Willmott Dixon’s 600 Category A supply chain partners, which make-up around [...]

Firestone’s Rubbergard™ EPDM delivers on the detailing at Cotswold destination

Firestone Building Products’ RubberGard™ EPDM roofing membrane has been used to help create a woodland haven for holiday makers, foodies and golfing enthusiasts at the prestigious ‘The Lodges at Feldon Valley’ Hotel. Due to open in spring 2019, The Lodges [...]

Persimmon CEO to step down

The CEO of Persimmon is to leave his role following criticisms of his £75m bonus. According to the housebuilder’s statement, the “distraction” around Jeff Fairburn’s pay award was having a negative impact on the company's reputation, and so the decision [...]

Budget 2018: key construction points

Chancellor Phillip Hammond made several announcements of increased investment in housing and construction in a Budget speech that contained more positive spending news than many had expected. Key construction sector announcements included a removal of stamp duty for all first-time buyers of [...]

Budget 2018: industry reactions

After Chancellor Phillip Hammond made several announcements of increased investment in housing and construction in his Budget speech, industry leaders have been quick to comment. With more positive spending news than many had expected, the commentary was largely favourable, though [...]

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Stumped by self-building? Graven Hill to hold free masterclass

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Surface Design Show 2019

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Wilo small circulators

Wilo offers the new generation of the Wilo-Yonos PICO series small circulators to the UK market. A range of new features has been added to this popular circulator primarily for... View Article

Flexvent success for Flamco

Leading HVAC component manufacturer Flamco is celebrating the sale of its three millionth Flexvent air vent valve in the UK and Ireland in the past ten years. Selling around 300,000... View Article

The New SureSet website

SureSet are proud to announce their new look website is now live. As well as the ever popular galleries, case studies and technical information previously available on the old website,... View Article

Anvil metal cladding systems

This innovative range of metal rainscreen systems allow a precise and efficient installation, with perfect joint lines and accurate tolerances. The common misconception is that innovative and stylish metal facade... View Article

Uponor Minitec Underfloor Heating System

Maximum Comfort. Minimal Height. Zero Hassle Uponor Minitec is a low profile underfloor heating solution (15mm build height), which is ideal for retrofit and new build applications. Bringing comfort to... View Article
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