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Interior designers from across the North West experienced the unique quality of handmade carpets from Riviera Home, as it exhibited at Design Central North West, the latest in the regional Design Central event series. Making fine quality carpets by hand,... View Article

In this podcast, Dulux Trade’s Sustainability and CSR Lead, Peter Howard, discusses how to improve sustainability in social housing. Across the sector, there are a wide range of solutions to meet sustainability ambitions – and the role that paints and... View Article

Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco is highlighting the benefits of its popular SmartSecure FUHR autotronic 834P Hybrid Automatic Door Lock for multiple occupancy buildings or dwellings within the social housing sector. One of the product’s key differentiators is... View Article

JACKOBOARD® from JACKON by BEWI offers many benefits for installers of wetrooms and bathrooms. JACKOBOARD® is a waterproof, weight-loading and thermally insulating construction board for use in all types of tiling jobs. Critically, because it is manufactured from 100% waterproof... View Article

Kidde Safety Europe, a trusted fire safety leader for more than 100 years, has unveiled a significant rebrand. With a new logo that represents the home combined with the strapline: ‘The Power to Protect,’ the roll-out of the new identity started... View Article

wedi innovations have grown into an extensive product portfolio over the past 4 decades. Known for its premium quality precision-engineered waterproofing solutions, the visionary manufacturer offers secure product systems with the necessary certifications to comply with sustainable building. Born out... View Article

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the publication of the amended PAS 2035/2030:2023 which now aligns with Approved Document F (Means of Ventilation) of the Building Regulations. The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published an updated PAS 2035/2030:2023 document in... View Article

Hitesh Pattni, Northern Specification Manager at SFS, discusses how working with a product manufacturer in construction to select an appropriate system solution, provides more reassurance that building envelope performance will be maintained for the length of the given warranty. Attempts... View Article

Yeoman Shield launch the new Ellipse Protection Rail to complement their range of renowned wall and door protection products. Designed with a curved contour the Ellipse Protection Rail offers an aesthetically pleasing and ultimately durable bump rail which protects interior... View Article

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), the specialist in waterproofing, sealing and airtightness solutions for the building envelope, is launching the company’s proven TPO roofing system across all its European markets, including the UK. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin), also referred to as FPO, ... View Article

Selecting the right internal door for your interiors project, has always been important. Whether from a practical, design or budgetary perspective, interior doors are integral to well-designed living spaces, providing space functionality and reflecting general ambience and mood within rooms.... View Article

With the recent update of the Building Regulations Part L and the use of solar photovoltaic panel (PV) systems on the rise, there is an ongoing need to reduce carbon emissions within new and existing homes. To meet demand, UK... View Article

As we continue to prioritise sustainability in building design and construction, the concept of embodied carbon has gained increased attention. Embodied carbon refers to the carbon emissions associated with the entire life cycle of a building, including the materials used... View Article

When creating a showering area, the focus falls on the shower tray or the drain channel if it is a wet room style shower and Kaldewei now offer both solutions. Known for their stylish steel enamel products Kaldewei have recently... View Article

BAL – market leaders in full tiling solutions – have a trusted system for the installation of 2cm porcelain slabs direct onto concrete. This method incorporates the use of BAL Level Out external leveller and BAL XL Floor One large... View Article

Future Homes Standard & The Decarbonisation of Homes Brought to you in association with Samsung Climate Solutions, this episode features TV architectural designer Charlie Luxton, who’s an ambassador for Samsung and a strong advocate for levering sustainability in our residential... View Article

VORTICE which has been based in the UK since 1977 and is part of the VORTICE Group, has seen a restructure of the UK division with newly appointed General Manager Stephen Smith. During this exciting time VORTICE has implemented a... View Article

Stylish bathrooms should be available to everyone and now they can be. Studio F. A. Porsche has collaborated with KEUCO, the result is AXESS a striking barrier-free range; a sustainable and cross-generational concept made of high-quality materials for the comfortable... View Article

Mapei has now received BBA Certification for its Maperend render system. Maperend is a thin coat render for use as a ventilated and drained exterior wall system onto timber and steel-frame buildings, and is directly applied to Knauf Aquapanel Exterior... View Article

Lecico Bathrooms hosted their highly anticipated event, “The Future of Sustainable Bathrooms”, at Sustainable Workspaces, County Hall, London on the 22nd of June 2023. With a steadfast commitment to promoting sustainable products and environmental consciousness, Lecico Bathrooms organised the event... View Article