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AluK facade solutions are at the heart of a recently completed residential development on Cardiff’s Bute East Dock which combines both new build apartments and affordable homes. Schooner Wharf is the first open market scheme to be developed by Cardiff... View Article

Designer Contracts – the UK’s largest flooring contractor – has introduced a luxury new carpet collection to its extensive portfolio of floorcoverings. Exquisite is a two ply, soft pile carpet constructed from 100 per cent polypropylene with a soft fleece... View Article

Light, robust HD-PE linear drainage technologies Clark-Drain Ltd unveils Technodrain®, a new addition to its popular linear drainage range that broadens the choice for UK construction. Designed for surface water management, the versatility of Technodrain® enables it to be used... View Article

The LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 features free shaping for atrium roof designs from pitches as low as 3° making it possible to implement more or less any aesthetically pleasing and technically complex daylight construction. The LAMILUX portfolio extends to a... View Article

Manufacturer’s systems now feature on all five Cardiff office buildings by JR Smart. Ultra-green ceiling tiles from Armstrong Ceiling Solutions feature again on the fifth and latest office building to rise in Cardiff’s Capital Quarter redevelopment. Specified by M2M Architects,... View Article

A second Loudons restaurant in Edinburgh features Armstrong Ceiling Solutions. Edinburgh entrepreneur Peter Humphrey knew exactly what he wanted on the menu when it came to ceilings for his family’s latest restaurant venture. Since Armstrong Ceiling Solutions had been his... View Article

This summer, construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie is celebrating the production of its one hundred thousandth ‘ DML’ Expanded Metal Lathing sheet. The UK’s most versatile, reinforcement mesh option, available in a sheet size of 2400 x 700 x 0.40.... View Article

An industrial building that was a hub of printing, graphic arts, photography and the music industry during its illustrious 90-year history has undergone a 21st century transformation with Crittall Windows ensuring that it retains its traditional aesthetic. Herbal House, close... View Article

Polyflor, the UK‘s commercial vinyl flooring specialist, is delighted to announce the relaunch of Expona Design, their premium heavy commercial Luxury Vinyl Tile collection. The new collection now features 30 stand out shades, including 24 brand new designs that incorporate... View Article

A comprehensive range of unlatched, non-rebated, single-acting fire doors is now available from leading European steel specialist Schueco Jansen. These systems offer a solution for every application, including screens and partition walls. All the systems have a sleek modern look... View Article

British designed and manufactured, Powermatic controlled, concealed door closers are gaining increasing popularity for use on fire doors in high-rise flats, apartments and HMOs. The door closers carry the CE mark and have been independently tested and proved to meet... View Article

Award-winning building features Kawneer curtain walling and debuts a new door. Two types of curtain walling, and entrance doors, by leading UK manufacturer Kawneer, including the first use in the UK of a new severe duty welded door, feature on... View Article

An industry first, Birkdale’s FENCEMATE DuraPost® is an innovative galvanised steel fence post system that provides a durable, lightweight and wind-resistant alternative to wooden or concrete fence posts. Due to its makeup of cold-rolled galvanised steel, DuraPost® is capable of... View Article

Dakea has expanded its range of roof windows and skylights with the addition of both fixed and openable windows for flat roofs. The simple to install windows feature a durable aluminium exterior, toughened external pane and laminated interior panes for... View Article

Delta Membrane Systems Limited, the UK’s leading Type C cavity drainage membrane manufacturer and supplier of specialist structural waterproofing products is pleased to announce the release of its new Podium Deck Brochure. This 44-page, full colour brochure presents design and... View Article

Architectural facade specialists Metalline have introduced a new non-combustible A1 rated spandrel panel that has been designed to fit into most curtain walling, structural glazing and unitised systems. This new panel allows architects and designers to specify with confidence a... View Article

Abel Alarm is a leading provider of electronic security systems for homes and business premises. From intruder and fire alarms, to access control and CCTV systems and the very latest premium home automation products, thousands of people have trusted Abel... View Article

A £50m project bringing world-class sporting and leisure facilities to Warwickshire has received a new cooling and ventilation system from Waterloo. The Sport and Wellness Hub, which sits within the University of Warwick campus, features a multi-purpose sports arena with... View Article

The integration of smart technology is fast becoming the norm for households up and down the country. It is now more important than ever for design and build professionals to understand smart home technology and the latest audio-visual developments to... View Article