Unintended consequences

Penny Jones of Domus Ventilation looks at how improvements in the energy efficiency of dwellings has led to poor indoor air quality, and why mechanical ventilation is the way forward Over recent years we’ve done a good job of improving... View Article

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Adrian Sunter of Terry Lifts discusses why it’s so cruial the UK’s housing stock is adapted to suit the needs of everyone and what options are available to housing associations On 5 November, a new coalition of housing organisations published... View Article

Indoor air quality: the key to a healthy home

Patrick Calvey from Siegenia looks at the importance of air quality within buildings, and the role ventilation has to play in wellness Wellbeing and the creation of ‘healthy’ homes are topics that have recently gained considerable traction within architectural circles,... View Article

Stairway to historic results

Milbank Concrete Products describe how a precast concrete stair design provided a practical as well as unique result, for a high-end conversion of an Art Deco cinema The Denham Film Studios are a collection of 224 conversion and new build... View Article

Strong enough for a big finish

Kelvin Green of Saint-Gobain Weber explains why render is more than just a decorative feature, and explores the best options for properties built in challenging locations Over recent years, render has had a resurgence in popularity. Modern renders offer more... View Article

Self-build novice wins date with TV’s George Clarke

Mitsubishi Electric has announced the winner of its Self-Build Competition, which offered one keen self-builder the chance to meet with architect and TV presenter George Clarke for an advice session as well as winning a market-leading renewable heating system. The... View Article

Working together to harness the benefits of innovation

David Hulme of Square 4 Services discusses the value of roof trades and architects collaborating to ensure that roofing systems achieve design innovation and maximum performance potential Historically, rooftops have served a primary purpose of providing shelter for buildings, but... View Article

Armstrong Ceiling Solutions launches new website

Site designed to reflect offer of “the best products, value and service” at a click of a button. Armstrong Ceiling Solutions has relaunched its website to better reflect its leading range of mineral fibre ceiling and suspension systems. The site’s intuitive... View Article

Dementia transitions

Dementia transitions are quickly becoming essential when designing for public projects. They are especially important when specifying for healthcare environments such as hospitals and nursing homes. Quantum Flooring Solutions has two product ranges which are ideal for dementia-friendly flooring: Dementia... View Article

Recently released new capping system

Quantum Flooring Solutions has recently released two versions of a new capping system: Slimline Capping and Slimline Cap Cove Combined. These profiles are designed to have a much smaller cap over the vinyl floorcovering join than traditional capping. This reduces... View Article

Quantum Fusion

Quantum Fusion is Quantum Flooring Solution’s brand new Clippedin Capping system. This unique and elegant design consists of two separate parts. The rigid base is attached to the wall first, after which the flexible Capping Strip can be clipped neatly... View Article

Quantum Flooring Solution’s Q-Fix

Q-Fix is the new cartridge adhesive from Quantum Flooring Solutions. It is a single solution for fitting the full range of Quantum Stair Nosings. Q-Fix has excellent adhesion properties, ensuring a strong and durable bond between Quantum Stair Nosings and... View Article

Quantum Flooring Solution’s Q-Range Wide

Q-Range Wide Stair Nosings are Quantum Flooring Solutions’ answer to the conventional double-tread versions. This unique design features a single, extra-wide layer of slip resistant tread across the whole surface of the carrier. Q-Range Wide offers a larger area of... View Article

Quantum Flooring Solution’s TopClip

TopClip is Quantum Flooring Solution’s Transition Profile range. The four clip-in profiles which make up TopClip provide safe junctions between practically every mix of adjacent floorcoverings. This is down to the unique design and manufacturing techniques which have gone into... View Article

Hadley Group returning to Futurebuild 2020

Hadley Group, the global cold-rolled steel manufacturer, looks forward to returning to Futurebuild 2020 as an Innovation Partner of the show, with a stand on the new Innovation Trail and a Hadley Group Bar. New for 2020 is Futurebuild’s Innovation... View Article

Enhance the bathroom experience with a Pressalit toilet seat

When it comes to the bathroom, there’s nothing quite as important as comfort. With award-winning Scandinavian design, toilet seats from Pressalit are the perfect addition to any bathroom. Manufactured with advanced engineering in Pressalit’s own factory in Denmark, this is... View Article