Construction delays and price increases

How cooperative communication between parties likely to be the “most sensible solution” With the UK construction industry in the middle of a materials procurement and shortage crisis, parties should make certain the terms of a contract are drafted carefully to... View Article

BAL’s external tiling range trusted for long-life installations

Launched to the market last year, BAL’s external tiling range provides installers with a trusted solution for fixing external tiles and pavers – including popular 20mm external porcelain. Developed using market-leading performance and quality standards, the installation range provides improved... View Article

SEN School refreshed with Yeoman Shield

Fairfield School in Batley, West Yorkshire, managed by FM company Pinnacle Group, engaged with Yeoman Shield wall & door protection specialists to carry out re-branding and maintenance work during the February half-term. Catering for students from 4 – 19 years... View Article

Choosing the right sustainable wood finish

Consumers today are more conscious than ever about the sustainability credentials of the products they buy and use. There is a clear trend for switching to more sustainable and environmentally friendly products. That’s why so many people turn to Osmo... View Article

Dulux Trade unveils antiviral paint Sterishield Dual Active Matt

Dulux Trade has launched Dulux Trade Sterishield Dual Active Matt, a quick drying, water-based coating with anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties that meets growing demand among decorators and consumers for products that contribute to more hygienic environments. The innovative paint contains in-film... View Article

Planning approvals boost offers positive outlook

Glenigan, one of the construction industry’s leading insight and intelligence experts, releases the March 2022 edition of its Construction Review. This Review focuses on the three months to the end of February 2022, covering all projects with a total value of... View Article

Resapol case study: 120 Oxford Street

LISTEN HERE 🔊 City Remedial contacted Resapol’s London technical team in March 2021 in order to support with supplying a solution for the reinstatement of reinforced concrete taking place on 120 Oxford Street, a major shopping destination in the West... View Article

Luceco lights Drydocks World – Dubai

Luceco, in partnership with Sharaf DG Energy, has successfully completed a lighting retrofit project at Drydocks World – Dubai on behalf of Etihad ESCO. In order for the UAE to achieve their sustainable related targets, replacing conventional lamped fittings and... View Article

Vent-Axia invests in new training suite for NICEIC Courses

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is committed to best practice and is proud to have invested in a new bespoke training suite for its NICEIC Domestic Ventilation Training Course at its Crawley headquarters. The dedicated training suite offers a comfortable... View Article

Quick Access for Slick Stitch Staff

Improving both security and accessibility, TORMAX was recently contracted to remove two manual doors at the Slick Stitch head offices and replace them with new, single sliding automatic entrance systems. Contained in a compact casing that measures just 100mm high,... View Article

Cast Iron Rads from Stelrad

The new Stelrad Radiator Group Cast Iron Column radiator is available now and adds undoubted charisma to any modern or period home with its distinctive, ageless look and its Natural Cast finish. With the added options of either Antique Brass... View Article

Get up to date with GEZE’s latest Product Guide

GEZE UK, has updated its Product Guide and Price List to help architects, architectural ironmongers and specifiers choose the most effective product for their needs. The detailed, illustrated technical guide provides specifiers with essential information about GEZE’s extensive range of... View Article

How Do Professional Builders Deal with Technical Errors?

The construction market in the UK enjoyed incremental growth in January, as output increased by 1.1% in volume terms and reached its highest level since September 2019. However, this market can be deceptively complex, with local builders often facing legal... View Article

Top considerations when creating commercial washrooms

Anil Madan, Non-Residential Marketing Manager, Ideal Standard Commercial washroom design is often a tricky balance due to the many factors you need to weigh up with what the end-users will ultimately need the most. There are, however, some key themes... View Article