Showered with confidence

To a person living with dementia or other neurological disease, the shower/bath room, can present specific distress triggers; falling, flooding and scalding are predominant fears that can lead to reluctance or even withdrawal in maintaining personal care and hygiene. Poor... View Article

Belway breathes life back into historical printworks

Bellway Homes recently launched The Printworks, a collection of 96 new homes, in central Reading. This development, which comprises both houses and apartments is centrally located on Cardiff Road, conveniently close to Reading mainline station. The scheme is set on... View Article

A little lift goes a long way

When commuting to an office several days a week, taking the stairs might be considered healthier, but it is not always an option when there are over five floors. Even with bearing in mind safety guidelines in the context of... View Article

Minimising waste in water treatment

With “new” regulations governing the use of septic tanks in force, David Stagg, technical product specialist for sustainable water management authority Graf UK, talks housebuilders and developers through their options for compliance. Housebuilders and developers building properties off the mains... View Article

Leading the field

SIMONSWERK is Europe’s leading hinge manufacturer with a history spanning more than 130 years in the manufacture of high quality brass, aluminium and stainless steel hinges for doors and windows. SIMONSWERK UK provides the architectural ironmongery and builders hardware industries... View Article

Jackon UK presenting at NSBRC Eco Workshop

JACKON UK is delighted to be taking part in the upcoming Eco Workshop on Building Systems & Project Management being organised by the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon this coming Saturday. JACKON is an enthusiastic supporter of... View Article

Stick or seal EB25 smashes both

EB25 from Sika Everbuild is a powerful sealant and adhesive in one which has fast become a popular option for trade professionals looking for a multitasking sealant and adhesive. Since its launch two years ago, EB25 has secured its place... View Article