Vectaire’s Cool Breeze and Cool Breeze Plus are effective solutions for mitigating overheating in homes, particularly during summer months.  They use the eco and environmentally friendly refrigerant  R290, and meet the CIBSE TM59 assessments and Approved Document O of the... View Article

A domestic property in Alton, Staffordshire sits in an elevated position with driveway and compact stone garage beneath the level of the house. The laundry room is housed in the garage which presented a common but problematic drainage issue: no... View Article

Celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2026, Hambleside Danelaw have made their name in high quality roofing ancillaries, designed and made in Britain. Shortlisted for ‘Most Innovative Product’ at the 2025 Pitched Roofing Awards, VentRidg® is a dry fix ridge system that continues to uphold... View Article

When zinc was being used on a wide range of buildings in the 19th century many of the reasons for its choice all that time ago are still relevant today; availability of the metal, the technical advantages of the roofing... View Article

The boiling water tap has become a modern kitchen essential and Quooker are the UK’s market leader, renowned for craftsmanship, innovation and luxury living. Discover how Quooker can enhance your kitchen projects. Invented by Quooker over 50 years ago, the... View Article

Winds challenge traditional stepped running flashings, as rain drives under running flashing edges. Once rain is just a few millimeters under the running flashing edge, it is in contact with the back of the flashing and the brickwork that is... View Article

Characterised by its thin leading edge, varied options for texture and a design focused on cost-effectiveness, the Edgemere range can offer you the flexibility you need to craft the perfect project. Discover the range See the Edgemere range in action... View Article

The cushion vinyl division of Beaulieu International Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold medal, recognising its strong performance in sustainability, ethics and responsible business practices. With an overall score of 80/100, Beauflor ranks among the top 5% of companies... View Article

Vent-Axia has unveiled the industry’s first dedicated continuous-running Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) unit with an integrated indoor air quality sensor (IAQ). The Lo-Carbon PureAir Cleanse combines intelligent humidity control with advanced air quality sensing, which detects, measures, and helps... View Article

Operations Director for Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), Kris Bennell, reflects on the work to restore three large system glazed bronze shopfronts and the historic doors now opening into the new Ikea store in one of London’s busiest retail locations. Best known... View Article

Underlining its commitment to sustainable construction, EGGER UK has introduced new product-specific Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its chipboard-based structural flooring products. These EPDs provide clearer and more accurate information about the product’s carbon performance, helping housebuilders access reliable data... View Article

Rinnai’s innovative KCM series of continuous flow hot water heaters is designed to specifically increase customer savings in energy, capital, and carbon footprint with the inclusion of internally refined technological advancements. It operates at 93% efficiency. The KCM unit has... View Article

Specifying rainscreen cladding is a perpetual challenge for architects, balancing aesthetic goals, functional performance and regulatory compliance. Modern fibre cement rainscreen cladding systems should comply and exceed strict fire safety regulations, ensure proper ventilation to manage moisture and condensation, and... View Article

MVHR Solutions and Compliance You Can Trust Our comprehensive range of MVHR ventilation solutions is backed by specialist design expertise and industry-leading guidance. From concept to completion, we help you navigate building regulations with confidence, ensuring your projects meet the... View Article

Kingspan, a global leader in high-performance building envelope systems, has partnered with Zestec Renewable Energy, a wholly owned business within Octopus Energy Generation funds, to deliver a groundbreaking solution for building owners: funded solar roofing for refurbishment projects. This innovative... View Article

A collaboration between Proctor Group and one of the north-east’s leading independent training providers is helping to share knowledge about up-to-date roofing products and practices. Optimum Skills Ltd, based in Gateshead, operates three construction academies training young people in slating,... View Article

Commercial and domestic property renovation and retrofit has many benefits. These include helping to reduce our carbon footprint and create more sustainable buildings, making better use of space and introducing the latest technology. A new made-to-measure loft hatch and ladder... View Article