Product Articles

Mark Osborne, Managing Director of Country Hardwood, reveals how technological innovation is enabling timber manufacturers to challenge the efficiency of uPVC and aluminium fabrication while maintaining their reputation for quality. The timber fenestration sector stands at a crucial crossroads. While... View Article

The Steel Window Association has developed a series of informative fact sheets; all can be viewed and downloaded here. The latest is the W20 which has been compiled by the industry’s experts. Focusing on the versatility, and evolution, of the established W20 system, the new fact sheet... View Article

Pipe boxing and decorative casings from UK Boxings have been used by housing associations and local authorities for well over 20 years to conceal, heating system, boiler, and fire sprinkler pipework to help improve a project’s finish, reduce time on site and... View Article

“The quality of the quarry’s aggregates means we can be totally confident in our resultant product’s strength and durability”, Katherine Kates – Production Director at Haddonstone. Leading cast stone manufacturer, Haddonstone, and mineral processing specialist, Longcliffe Calcium Carbonates, are not only close... View Article

Stelrad radiators have been selected for a new extra care scheme at Harbour Place in Workington – 79 one and two bedroomed apartments and 28 bungalows for people over 55. The apartments feature Stelrad’s sector leading LST – low surface... View Article

Ecological Building Systems, a leading supplier of natural building products for sustainable construction, has introduced an exciting new type of sustainable insulation to the UK and Ireland. Gramitherm is the first insulation to be produced from grass, which is sourced from... View Article

Working alongside Urban&Civic, Timberplay are delighted to announce a collaborative Study Day on the 20th March 2025, held at Priors Hall Park Community Centre, right in the heart of Priors Hall Park Residential Scheme in Corby, Northamptonshire. This study day... View Article

In a fast-paced, competitive industry, it’s crucial to stay accountable and be proactive in reducing risk. Delta Membrane Systems Limited introduces the HLA Plus, an innovative solution for the future of construction. Delta‘s new HLA Plus is a smart high-water... View Article

With both an energy and a housing crisis looming large across the UK, it is appropriate that Marmox has opted to dedicate its stand F42 at this year’s Futurebuild – taking place at the Excel from March 04-06 to showcase... View Article

Andy Iredale, National Sales Manager (Automatics) at GEZE UK, discusses the benefits of installing an automatic revolving door in a building…  In an age where efficiency, sustainability, and user experience are paramount in building design, automatic revolving doors emerge as... View Article

Towns and cities worldwide are facing a new design challenge: creating spaces that are not only aesthetically inspiring but also energy-efficient, sustainable, and aligned with net-zero goals. As architects and lighting designers seek innovative ways to illuminate urban environments while... View Article

Luxury British architectural hardware brand, Croft, proudly presents their new Cremone Bolt offering – an elegant collection of traditional, meticulously crafted bolts. Comprising three individual styles, each design promises to add grandeur to French doors, windows, cabinets and internal doors.... View Article

Returning for another year, Tile of Spain is delighted to be exhibiting at the Surface Design Show in February 2025. Showcasing the newest collections from a selection of its manufacturers, the show offers visitors an opportunity to see the very... View Article

Leaders in wood surface design innovation, Havwoods is delighted to begin its milestone 50th year in 2025 with a ground-breaking new launch – FixFinity. Setting new standards for sustainability in flooring, the launch aligns with the principles of a circular economy, aiming... View Article

Embodied carbon has increasingly become a driving factor for specification choices, making product durability more important than ever. With design advantages, ease of maintenance and corrosion resistance, pre-finished steel is one of the most effective solutions with whole-life carbon in... View Article

A unique solar roof tile system launched by the UK’s leading building materials group Breedon has ticked all the boxes for the first housebuilder to use it. Breedon Generon was launched in spring 2024 in partnership with leading European roof... View Article

Flicking through outdated static printed or digital brochures is for yesterday. In 2025 expectations are higher, the desire to seek out product possibilities in the quickest and most inspiring way, is not just desirable but essential. Now all this is... View Article

Sapphire Balconies played a key role in transforming the Green Man Lane Estate in West Ealing. The estate has been undergoing major redevelopment since 2011 as part of Ealing’s initiative to improve the borough’s housing stock. Phase 3 of the... View Article

Senior Architectural Systems, the UK’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of aluminium windows, doors, and curtain walling, has appointed Luke Osborne to the newly created role of UK sustainability lead. Luke brings with him a wealth of industry experience, having worked with... View Article