An experienced carpenter and building site manager who has recently set up his own company is using high performance panel products from the West Fraser range  to undertake a variety of construction projects, stretching from garden rooms and extensions to restructuring an old barn, for clients... View Article

Leading UK producer Glidevale Protect has launched Protect FrameFoil FR, a new Class A2 fire rated, reflective air and vapour control layer (AVCL) and separate FR sealing tape designed to improve the thermal performance and airtightness of internal walls, ceilings,... View Article

DAB Pumps has launched the EsyTwin Mini, a twin-pump booster set designed specifically for the EsyBox Mini3, offering a smart solution for when a single pump just isn’t enough. Whether it’s higher flow rates, added redundancy or just future-proofing an... View Article

BAL are celebrating after winning Best Innovation at this year’s Tile Association (TTA) Awards and also scooping the Best Environmental Initiative as part of ARDEX Group UK. The TTA Awards 2025 took place at The Hilton Metropole on Friday 16th... View Article

The historic Manchester Central railway station is embarking on its latest evolution as an award-winning venue with the opening of a new bar, restaurant, café and social workspace. Built under the iconic arch of the 140 years-old station, ‘Junction’ aims... View Article

A new slimline facade panel from Petrarch combines aesthetics with sustainability. An innovative slimline cladding panel manufactured in the UK from reconstituted stone has been launched by leading rainscreen solutions supplier Petrarch to help architects and specifiers marry facade aesthetics... View Article

The Steel Window Association has developed twelve fact sheets which give the architect, contractor and installer important information and advice for the specification of steel windows and doors. All can be viewed and downloaded here. The collection covers security, installation, aftercare... View Article

Originally created to meet new workspace design scheme demands, Tessera Chroma was renowned for its contemporary aesthetic. Now, Forbo has updated this collection, not only refreshing its colour palette but also improving its sustainability credentials, with an impressive >80% reduction... View Article

Anyone with timber decking would agree that it’s a good idea to care for it to ensure that it’s not only looking its best but is protected from the elements. However, knowing your oil from your cleaning product or your... View Article

Senior Architectural Systems, one of the UK’s largest aluminium fenestration solutions manufacturers, is opening up new opportunities in the commercial market thanks to the launch of its new SPD150 aluminium door system. Complementing Senior’s established commercial product range, the SPD150... View Article

Mayplas’ Thermal Soffit, just launched in March, has now achieved an A2 Reaction to Fire classification and has been renamed ‘Thermafire A2 Soffit’.  The product is part of a range of insulation Mayplas, a specialist in passive fire protection, acoustic and... View Article

Raven Housing Trust is partnering with Aico, the European market leader in home life safety, to upgrade fire protection systems in 432 dwellings across its sheltered and temporary accommodation. This major investment underscores Raven Housing Trust’s commitment to the safety... View Article

Freefoam is proud to announce that it has successfully retained its Ecovadis Silver Medal for 2025, placing the company in the 94th percentile of all companies assessed globally. This recognition reaffirms Freefoam’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.... View Article

May 2025 marks one year since the A. Proctor Group’s air permeable pitched roof underlay, Proctor Air®, was awarded its BBA certificate. Developed based on feedback from designers, specifiers and installers – and combined with the Group’s quarter of a... View Article

Titon, a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of ventilation systems and window and door hardware, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vesa Nenye as Sales Director for its Window & Door Hardware business unit. Vesa brings over two decades... View Article