Product Articles

Research providing information on the performance of different heating systems at the Energy House 2.0 facility at the University of Salford, has provided clear evidence that self-built new homes heated by radiators have lower running costs than those heated by... View Article

Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems, offers schools a complete ventilation solution to enhance indoor air quality (IAQ), energy efficiency, and sustainability. With high energy costs driving schools to improve energy performance, buildings are... View Article

Malmaison York is a stunning boutique hotel comprising 150 bedrooms, F&B venues, the brand’s signature Work + Play meeting and event spaces, spa and gym. With interiors designed by Studio Moren and sited in the iconic former Aviva building in... View Article

Ensuring compliance with current and upcoming legislation is a critical focus for architects and specifiers aiming to create sustainable, future-proofed buildings. One such area of increasing importance is waterproofing in wet rooms and bathrooms, with the NHBC Technical Guidance 9.2/06 now setting stricter... View Article

Are you a developer seeking funding for residential or commercial property projects — or need a bridging loan to get things moving? BLG Development Finance offers bespoke development loans up to £15m, designed to meet your unique needs. With our... View Article

Jane Elvins, Specification and Business Development Manager at GEZE UK, delves into the role of access control systems in enhancing building safety. In today’s environment, ensuring building safety has become a top priority for businesses. Access control systems – including... View Article

Leading open space management company, Meadfleet, proudly marks 30 years of maintaining high-quality open spaces across England and Wales. Founded in 1995, Meadfleet is the UK’s longest-established specialist open space management company, offering housebuilders a trusted, award-winning approach to creating... View Article

What is the best sound-reducing floorboard range on the market? CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a highly versatile, effective and economical sound-reducing flooring solution. Reducing both impact and airborne transmitted sounds, it can be laid over concrete and timber floors... View Article

Glidevale Protect has launched its Whole House Solution – a new interactive web-based specification tool offering housebuilders and specifiers seamless navigation of its complete building envelope product collection, ranging from pitched roofing underlays and construction membranes to loft hatches and... View Article

Restoration of 170-year-old ironwork on a heritage property was achieved with ease by a Devon decorating company, thanks to its discovery of Ferrozinc from HMG Paints. Dart Decorators were tasked with a complete makeover of the Grade II listed townhouse... View Article

Sustainability is at the core of modern manufacturing, and transparency is key in building trust with developers and consumers alike. To demonstrate its commitment to sustainable practices, Keller Kitchens has published its first detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in a European Environmental... View Article

Mayplas, a specialist in passive fire protection, acoustic and thermal insulation for the housebuilding industry, has introduced two new products. The new Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas’ comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and... View Article

Mayplas, a specialist in passive fire protection, acoustic and thermal insulation for the housebuilding industry, has introduced two new products.  The new Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas’ comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and... View Article

PDAS specialises in the design, installation, maintenance and refurbishment of adoptable and private GRP packaged pumping stations for residential and commercial developments, where gravity drainage isn’t available or practical. The company applies significant resources to the overall design of pumping... View Article

A common question when talking about waterproofing is “what’s the difference between waterproof and water resistant?” We have developed a guide on offering a fully tanked solution to protect the tile and stone for as long as the bathroom lasts.... View Article

Ventilation leader Vent-Axia brought together leading building design professionals for an action-packed Charity Powerleague 5-a-side Football Tournament on Thursday 20th March in Shoreditch, London, in aid of Cancer Research UK. Hosted by Vent-Axia at the world-class Powerleague in Shoreditch, the... View Article

Schlüter-Systems, market leader of high-quality system solutions for tile, stone and a variety of other floor coverings will be exhibiting at this year’s InstallerSHOW on the 24 – 26 June. With an extensive portfolio including underfloor heating, tile trims, shower profiles, shelves and... View Article

Steel systems specialist, Schüco Jansen, has introduced a new internal fire door with the slimmest sightlines available on the UK market for an internal fire rated system. The Jansen Art’15 Fire NR E-EW fire protection door system is designed for... View Article

A natural wood garage door brings warmth, character, and timeless elegance to any property. Garador, a leading British garage door manufacturer, offers a stunning range of Up & Over timber garage doors crafted from high-quality red cedar – a sustainable... View Article

Leading UK paint manufacturer Bradite is promoting the benefits of its One Can product when used as a coating over uPVC. Here, Operations Director Ben Mottershead answers some quick-fire questions on its application and suitability. uPVC is particularly suitable as... View Article