Product Articles

A multi-award-winning masonry supplier has unveiled its new range of eco-friendly blocks to sustainably power a British building boom. The new Lignacite ECO Range initially features concrete blocks made of 50% and 70% recycled materials – the Lignacite ECO 50 and Lignacite... View Article

Japandi (a blend of Japanese and Scandinavian design) became a trend buzzword after a leading Italian furniture show (Eurocucina) featured new schemes in this serene style. Now it is embedded in our aspirations for a clean, modern, ultra-stylish new kitchen space... View Article

A chemical engineer’s retirement project to convert a former fishing bothy is taking advantage of the benefits of two different membrane products from the A. Proctor Group: Facadeshield® UV and Proctor Air®. The former boat house, complete with double doors... View Article

St Mary’s Voluntary Catholic Academy in Derby is the first completed school in the UK to meet the Department for Education’s new GenZero specification and biophilic brief. Here, architects Hawkins\Brown have designed a beautiful combined nursery and primary school following... View Article

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has announced that its Magnelis® steel based ventilations systems are now being made from XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel. Leading the way in sustainability, Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer... View Article

Sculptor Charles Gurrey provides an insight into how he worked with Haddonstone, for the Duchy of Cornwall’s landmark Nansledan project, to create a trio of panels inspired by the South West’s seafaring legends. With an extensive portfolio of work, including private and... View Article

West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero, is often seen in restaurants, exhibitions and retail outlets where the theme is “natural”, “eco”, and “earthy”. It is also commonly used as a hoarding panel for building sites, or for boarding up broken windows. The fundamental engineered panel... View Article

As DELABIE approaches its hundredth year, and following an incredibly successful 2024, the company’s centenary is not their only focus. Now an EcoVadis gold medal holder for sustainability, the group is delighted to announce they will be exhibiting at Clerkenwell... View Article

DAB Pumps’ Genix range of automatic lifting stations are easy to install, operate and maintain across a wide range of domestic and light commercial applications. Available in Genix, Genix WL and Genix VT models, the system offers a quiet, reliable... View Article

The new Planetarium & Science Discovery Centre at Sherwood Observatory in Sutton-in-Ashfield is bringing the universe a little closer to home, thanks to a stellar combination of innovative architecture and high-performance glazing solutions from Senior Architectural Systems. Designed by Anotherkind Architects and delivered by GF Tomlinson, the state-of-the-art... View Article

Pyroguard, the world’s leading independent provider of fire safety glass for timber, steel and aluminium applications, is pleased to announce the launch of the Pyroguard TechLibrary – an innovative digital platform designed to make it easier for architects, specifiers and... View Article

Euroform’s WeatherClad® wood effect shiplap planks have been selected for Devonshire Homes’ new Ilfracombe development, Mariner’s Haven. Euroform is supplying the low maintenance, fibre cement planks, which are manufactured according to BS EN 12467: 2012+A2:2018 and have BDA Agrément certification... View Article

Laura Mercer, Managing Director of Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), reflects on the steps available to help heritage W20 and other traditional steel and timber windows attain contemporary standards of energy performance. New horizon on energy performance for traditional steel windows Together with building... View Article

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager for tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals, outlines some of the issues around specifying the new generation of large format tiles. Large format porcelain panels are now increasingly seen in both commercial and residential installations.... View Article

Natural building materials from Ecological Building Systems have been specified for the refurbishment of the clubhouse at the historic five-star Matfen Hall hotel, golf club and spa in Northumberland. Architects Seam Architecture & Design had a vision to create a... View Article

Whether you are doing up an older property for yourself or for a customer, one of the first questions is whether the renovation project includes lighting circuits without earthing present. This may not be ideal by the latest standards, but... View Article

Dulux is proud to announce its support for the visionary GREEN GRADS initiative, a unique UK platform dedicated to promoting the next generation of sustainably focused talent in design, art and engineering. With shared goals to foster innovation and champion... View Article

MAX FRANK Egcobox® are non-combustible concrete-to-concrete structural thermal break units, supplied with stone wool insulation (Fire classification A1) as standard in the UK. The stone wool insulation is Hydrophobic, offering excellent water repellent properties, and its thermal and fire-resistant properties... View Article

Leading radiator manufacturer Stelrad Radiators continues to offer low carbon-emissions steel radiators, with an excellent response so far to this new approach to the reduction of carbon emissions in the production of steel radiators. The steel utilised in the manufacture... View Article

When it comes to housing repair and maintenance, Bond It has become a preferred choice for sealants, adhesives and so much more. This year marks the first ever appearance by Bond It at The Installer Show. The business, which is... View Article