Bathroom innovation for modern living

Tom Farrent of Lecico Bathrooms discusses the latest innovations in bathroom design and technology for modern homes, which put the focus on sustainability, performance, and future-proofing. Ask developers what challenges they have, and you’ll get familiar answers: legislation, buyer expectations,... View Article

Making the right splash

With the desire to develop sustainable solutions increasing, managing water usage is more important than ever. Sophie Weston of Twyford takes a look at recent water-saving innovations. Water scarcity is a growing global concern, and buildings play a crucial role... View Article

Affordable warmth that works

Richard Brown of Electrorad UK explores the advantages of high heat retention storage heaters, and the compelling benefits they offer both landlords and tenants. As UK winters become longer and energy prices continue to rise, providing reliable, cost-effective warmth is... View Article

Safer homes, by law

With the dawning of Awaab’s Law, social landlords will need to adhere to a new set of regulations to ensure building occupants remain as safe as possible in their homes. Dulux Trade explains more about the legislation and how landlords... View Article

A guide to fire & CO protection

Jennifer Bickford from Aico highlights the critical importance of proper installation and regular maintenance of life saving alarms, emphasising their role in protecting lives and ensuring long term safety in social housing properties. Designing a home plays a pivotal role... View Article

Who pays for building safety?

Chris Hemmings from the London office of estate agent Carter Jonas gets down to brass tacks on the incoming Building Safety Levy, and its impact on housing providers. He asks whether it runs the risk of further slowing the delivery... View Article

UPVC and Composite Door Solutions

For housing associations, ensuring properties are safe, functional and cost-effective is paramount. Souber Tools, the UK’s leading and longest-established manufacturer of locksmith tools, has been a trusted name among professionals since its founding in 1990 by Paul Souber. With 35... View Article

Walk-in to your new luxury Kinedo shower

The new Solo Design + range of walk-in showers from Kinedo offers endless opportunities to customise your own bathroom space. A stunning new addition to the Kinedo range, Solo Design + features a single shower panel encased in a beautifully... View Article

Visitor Access Upgraded with TORMAX Automatic Entrance

Swaffham Museum is an independent social history museum providing a wealth of information about the locality. Creating disabled access into the building, TORMAX was recently contracted to install an automatic telescopic sliding door, maximising the available pass-through distance within the... View Article

Life Trade: A New Brand from the Danesmoor Group

A new brand and offering from the Danesmoor Group, Life Trade provides reliable, high-quality and beautifully crafted complete kitchen and bedroom solutions. A trusted partner for KBB trade professionals, independent retailers and specialists, Life Trade is a one-stop-shop with a... View Article

Getting it right when tanking a wet room

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager for tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals, outlines the importance of the correct use of materials and good practice, as defined in the relevant British Standards, when it comes to tanking a bathroom or wetroom.... View Article

Discover LAMILUX Rooflight Systems

LAMILUX is renowned for high-end glass rooflights, but our offering goes far beyond that. We design and manufacture daylighting and ventilation systems for commercial and industrial applications, including incorporated certified SHEV options. LAMILUX offers more than just premium glass rooflights.... View Article

Altro adhesive-free is flexible choice
for furniture showroom

Altro Illustra adhesive-free flooring was the perfect choice for JDD Furniture’s full refurbishment of its flagship showroom. The Birmingham-based manufacturer of hand-crafted, meticulously-executed workspace furniture was looking for flooring with strong aesthetics, performance, flexibility and sustainability credentials for its Birmingham... View Article

Streamlining Fire Door Specification

To streamline the specification process, Ahmarra’s Education Range fire doors can be specified by location and / or usage. Whether you need doors throughout the school, or just for specific areas, their doors are conveniently defined by location i.e. circulation... View Article

Luxury Vinyl with an Aspirational Touch

Made in Belgium using the latest in technology for a floor of exceptional quality made, Moduleo Roots from Unilin Flooring is a luxury vinyl collection that makes the aspirations of specifiers and end-users possible. With 130 different floors that embrace... View Article

The First Line of Defence in Social Homes from Beauflor

For social housing environments that demand durability, Beauflor® sheet vinyl flooring is the first line of defence against premature wear and early replacement. Every day flooring comes under attack: soles, spills, accidental drops, dirt, water and more create an unyielding... View Article