Product Articles

The eyes of the specifier and builder have to be wide open for the best products for a project; cutting corners and selecting poor replacements does not work in the long run. Performance, safety and the environment remain some of the toughest, and most important, considerations. Choosing... View Article

When it comes to adaptability and sustainability in lighting, Luceco’s latest innovation delivers on both fronts. It’s two new LED lighting batten ranges – Climate and Luxpack Essence – designed for industrial lighting applications, have been developed to be kind... View Article

Designed as a comprehensive solution for water management in multi-occupancy buildings. Altecnic, the UK’s leading supplier in hydronic solutions and part of the Caleffi Group, has launched the brand new ‘Apartment Control Assembly Plus™’. The valve assembly offers a combination... View Article

For Walls, Tiles, Floors, Furniture and More Using several paint colours in your home is fine if you’re confident about what goes with what. But if, like many people, you fancy a streamlined look with a focus on one particular... View Article

What’s the difference between CaberMDF Pro and CaberMDF Trade? CaberMDF Pro is dense and ideal for routing thanks to its consistent density, high quality fibres and internal bond strength.  This also makes for excellent screw and fastening holding. CaberMDF Trade is a lighter... View Article

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) regulations are now in place, affecting all new planning applications of 10+ units. What are the key challenges and how can Meadfleet help housebuilders meet them? Key Challenges for the industry: Compulsory 10% biodiversity enhancement from... View Article

Mapei has introduced new Mapeheat Membrane Maxi – a waterproofing, uncoupling anti-fracture heating membrane. Ideal for electric underfloor heating systems – as well as tile and stone installations – the patented membrane promotes a fast, easy installation of tile and... View Article

The new workspace at AstraZeneca UK’s head office in Kings Cross, London has been designed by Ekho Studio and spans over 21,000 square feet across two floors. The company wanted to use its new King’s Cross HQ to drive collaboration... View Article

The fresh, timeless Misty Grey kitchen design from Keller creates a modern minimalist, country-styled space with the mist finish reflected in both the in frame style and worktop. Pictured here are shaker doors which are available in melamine in model Cascada; or Nottingham in... View Article

The University of Chester have installed Luceco’s flagship backlit LED solutions in their brand-new student accommodation, Sumner House. The university originated as the first purpose-built teacher training college in the UK and continues to expand with extensive student demand and... View Article

Leading manufacturer Glidevale Protect has launched Protect FrameSafe FR – a new Class A2-s1, d0 flame retardant external wall breather membrane offering fire protection across low, medium and high rise buildings. Featuring an intricately woven glass fibre fabric with a... View Article

Taking sustainability to a new level, 8 Bishopsgate is tallest building in the UK to achieve a BREEAM Outstanding and EPC A rating. Contributing to the low carbon footprint, Style, who offer moveable partitioning wall systems that are certified with... View Article

A good screed construction is the foundation of a good floor installation – and, in today’s climate, high performance and speed of application are essential. In response, Mapei has developed a range of rapid-drying screeds that perform to the highest... View Article

V33 Renovation Paint Allows You to Paint Cupboards AND Worktops Many people are wise to the tip of repainting kitchen cupboards instead of buying new ones in order to save money. But there is still the question of what to... View Article

What is CaberShieldPlus? It’s a chipboard flooring panel, in 18mm or 22mm thickness, with a useful permanent waterproof, protective layer on the top and bottom of the panel. Is 60 days exposure proven? And what does it mean? Yes, previously boasting... View Article

Minimalist style bathrooms create a blissful, relaxed experience through their sleek appearance and accentuated fittings. Shower fittings, shower screens and tiles drive the project, but the shower tray is also an integral element of the interior design. Linear drainage in... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer, Vent-Axia has helped Hillingdon Council decarbonise its social housing properties by providing energy efficient heat recovery ventilation for residents’ homes. Beginning in February 2022, in the first phase of upgrades, heat recovery ventilation was installed in... View Article

Heat pumps are the heating system of choice for new builds, with a clear preference for this technology outlined in the Future Homes Standards. When building multiple properties, or upgrading densely packed housing stock, noise is often mentioned, particularly by... View Article

Knauf Insulation has launched Rocksilk® RainScreen Cavity Systems, a range of complete tested systems designed to simplify specification and support compliance in cladding and masonry façades. The systems consist of sheathing insulation, fixings, and cavity barriers. Luke Davies, Rock Mineral Wool... View Article

The threefold combination of the Wraptite®, Wraptherm® and Reflectatherm® airtightness and vapour barrier systems from A. Proctor Group has been chosen to provide enhanced thermal performance and protection for a sea-facing SIPS construction selfbuild property on the west coast of... View Article