Ageing tenants and energy efficient properties

Private tenants are getting older, while their rental properties are getting more energy efficient, says Patrick Mooney, news editor of Housing, Management & Maintenance It’s a well known fact that the private rented sector has doubled in size over the... View Article

Clearstone Paving’s ‘Clearbound’

Clearstone Paving has spent 10 years developing a robust, versatile and fit-for-purpose resin bound surfacing system: ‘Clearbound’. The quality of its Clearbound installations has been recognised with certification from the BBA. Its BBA certification assures the materials, installation and durability... View Article

Made with passion: Forbo’s new Allura collection

Forbo Flooring Systems has refreshed its Allura Luxury Vinyl Tile collection, one of the most popular brands in its extensive portfolio. With more than 120 contemporary designs and a new acoustic offering, the revitalised range enables designers to create beautiful... View Article

Bi-directionally fire tested riser doors from Profab

Profab Access’ 4000 Series riser doors are fire tested from both sides, and certified for up to two hours, providing the highest standards in fire safety and superseding latest legal requirements. It is the only riser door in the UK... View Article

Lighten up the kitchen with Königstone’s Concrete Sand

For homeowners looking for a natural-looking engineered stone, then Königstone’s KönigQuartz worktop is the ideal material; the new neutral colour, Concrete Sand, perfectly complements all schemes. The light tones of the worktop will contrast with dark cabinetry to lighten a... View Article

From humble farmers’ cottages to luxury family home

Rowland Cottage in Lincolnshire is a four bedroom period property that started life as a set of three farmers’ cottages, a smithy and a joinery workshop. It has been extensively renovated and reformed to provide a luxury characterful home. Being... View Article

New airtightness seminars for architects and specifiers

New free seminars on airtightness in construction sealing joints and improvement options for architects and other design and construction specifiers will be available from sealant tape specialist ISO-Chemie throughout 2020. The initiative advances architectural knowledge and understanding of airtightness and related issues, enabling specifiers to improve the design and construction of... View Article

Minibems appoints IoT specialist Nigel Pugh as CTO

Minibems are delighted to announce the appointment of Nigel Pugh as CTO, who brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the role including the development of the Hive home platform. Nigel is a specialist in IoT solutions for the... View Article

Snickers Workwear FlexiWork insulated jackets and trousers

Superb insulation and full weather protection for optimal comfort on site. Street-smart, stylish looks and market-leading GORE-TEX and 37.5® fabric technology make these jackets and trousers a must for winter on site or for outdoor leisure activities. You’ll stay warm and... View Article

New Transition Profiles: TopClip

Quantum’s main transition profiles for safe junctions between floorcoverings are now known as TopClip – the evolution of a great design. The new TopClip range has four clip-in transition profiles that are easily fitted onto Quantum’s renowned base technology. The... View Article

NHBC honours best of the best in housebuilding

NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty and insurance provider, has announced the Supreme winners of its flagship Pride in the Job awards. With around 80 per cent of all new homes in the UK covered by its Buildmark warranty,... View Article

Creating a Heartspace at The University of Sheffield

Bond Bryan are delighted to see that their latest project for the University of Sheffield – the Engineering Heartspace – has now reached practical completion The Engineering Heartspace sits beneath a dramatic undulating glass roof structure, providing a unique space... View Article