Product Articles

EJOT has secured FM approval for all the most widely used products in its Colorfast range of colour-matched self-drilling fasteners, providing specifiers and contractors with another independently verified ‘stamp of approval’ for the suitability of the range’s key products when... View Article

As home renovation remains popular, and with the focus being on the acquisition and refurbishment of rural properties, this has resulted in Steel Window Association (SWA) members reporting a higher than usual demand for the replacement of the traditional W20 style windows.... View Article

By Jonathan Reed, Managing Director at Amron Architectural Metal mesh is an extremely versatile product and has a functionality like no other. It works well as a safety element including balustrade infill panels and radiator grilles, but also for decorative... View Article

Keller Kitchens was proud to sponsor the recent BKNC charity golf day at Owestry Golf Club, where former Ryder Cup star and Major winner, Ian Woosnam, started his golf career. The annual golf day was in aid of Prostate Cancer UK, a charity which was chosen after a member of... View Article

Demand for retrofitted energy efficiency products will help to drive sales of fenestration foam tape sealants in 2024, according to Andy Swift, sales and operations manager at ISO-Chemie. He believes the sealants’ market will remain buoyant over the next 12 months, seeing steady... View Article

A new self-build house in County Monaghan, Ireland, has been built incorporating the high-performing Wraptite air-barrier from the A. Proctor Group. The project, designed by McGuigan Architects, Monaghan, consists of a 250m2 detached private residence developed by Mark Skinnader. The... View Article

Tremco, a brand of Tremco CPG UK, won in the Healthcare – Care Homes Category alongside Beveridge Flooring Ltd and Danfloor UK at the CFJ Awards 2023. The event, which serves as a major platform for industry leaders and associated... View Article

Marmox, a leading British manufacturer of waterproofing and insulation solutions, will be attending this year’s London Build Show at London Olympia on 15th & 16th November, where it will be previewing its versatile new Fireboard product alongside the company’s well-established... View Article

Since the pandemic, many architects and specifiers have been looking at ways to design and rejuvenate leisure spaces to win back and maintain clientele, increasing visitor numbers to the levels seen pre-lockdown. From active and motivational zones like gyms, to... View Article

The British Standards Institute (BSI) codes of practice state that all substrates should be waterproofed before tiling using a ‘suitable proprietary tanking membrane system’. A wise measure given that tiles, grout, plasterboard and adhesives are not always sufficient to stop... View Article

An energy and environmentally conscious Scottish couple opted to install the Panasonic Aquarea L Series Air to Water heat pump in their Scottish bungalow. The new installation was completed with the Panasonic Smart Cloud control system which allows the couple to... View Article

James Parker, managing editor of Architects’ Datafile, speaks to Jon Ducker, head of regulatory affairs at Kingspan Insulation. He reviews the recent changes in legislation covering building performance, and how they have positively affected the industry. He also offers some... View Article

A well-designed bathroom is not just a physical space, but a sanctuary in which you start and end your day, each detail a reflection of what personifies you. Whether you choose to create a luxurious haven or a minimalistic escape,... View Article

A word from Jim McClelland, Merchant and Social Housing Technical Manager The countdown is on, with approximately 5 months to go before the new regime goes live in April 2024. Ensuring compliance and avoiding unlimited fines must be at the... View Article

Is your heat network performing at its best? It’s a crucial question for housing providers and property managers responsible for heat networks. The truth, however, is many UK heat networks operate at only 35-45% efficiency because they’re not correctly operated... View Article

Innovative expansion brings aesthetic versatility and acoustic excellence to ceiling solutions Hunter Douglas Architectural, a pioneering leader in innovative architectural solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its HeartFelt® Origami product category with the introduction of two captivating new... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is celebrating winning ‘Commercial/Industrial Ventilation Product of the Year’ category at the prestigious HVR Awards 2023. Scooping the award for the Vent-Axia Sentinel Apex, the next generation of commercial heat recovery ventilation, the Sussex-based company... View Article

Tremco CPG UK Limited, is delighted to announce that illbruck’s FR Window Sealing Membrane (ME010) has been awarded a new prestigious BBA certificate for its technical performance and durability in service and compliance with building safety and national Building Regulations.... View Article

In the construction industry, the potential for water ingress and water-related issues is a constant and essential consideration. Waterproofing and damp proofing are two crucial techniques that must be employed to protect buildings from the detrimental effects of water ingress.... View Article

A substantial villa style property on the Suffolk coast, with an intriguing connection to the world-famous Koh-I-Noor diamond, has undergone a transformation after years of neglect with both Haddonstone dry cast and TecLite stone products being employed across the new-build extension and refurbishment elements to the... View Article