Steel Window Fittings, a member of the Steel Window Association, is a market leader in high quality steel window and door handles, fittings and accessories. The 1040 door handle has joined the steel window fittings existing range (850, 860 and 870 styles) and... View Article

The UK government classified formaldehyde as a carcinogen in 2016, prompting industry to observe restrictions on its use, and West Fraser is one company that has gone above and beyond to reduce the chemical compound’s impact on the built environment and building... View Article

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 new homes heated by radiators have lower running costs than those heated by a... View Article

Hörmann UK have announced that they are launching a new automated security bollard that has been designed and built specifically for domestic installations. Introduced to counter vehicle thefts, the bollards provide an effective way to increase security and prevent theft... View Article

Meadfleet Open Space Management were delighted to be invited to contribute to a recent Natural England blog, exploring the impact of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) one year since it’s introduction.  The article explores best practice and the challenges of implementation... View Article

Vivalda Group has unveiled its new website, which showcases the widest range of cladding products in one place, available to contractors in the UK and Irish building trade. While the new, easy to navigate site carries a huge range of... View Article

Blade Roofing, a national roofing company providing commercial roofing solutions across a wide variety of sectors, recently carried out a roofing and cladding refurbishment of an industrial facility in Blackheath in the West Midlands. Blade Roofing were an obvious choice... View Article

A comprehensive Mapei system has been used in the refurbishment of tiled and rendered areas at Kentish Town Underground Station. The application, carried out by Cleshar for Transport for London, forms part of an upgrade of the north London Tube... View Article

On the back of announcing the news that Frameclad has gained BOPAS Accreditation for the seventh consecutive year, the management team has launched a new Residential Solutions brochure. Joint Managing Director, Nik Teagle said: “Safety, strength, speed and affordability are... View Article

Astraseal are specialist fabricators of premium uPVC and aluminium glazing systems. Operating from three manufacturing sites, totalling 110,000 square feet, their comprehensive and premium quality selection of products allows them to meet the fenestration needs of any project. Astraseal have... View Article

Aiden Junor and Rhiann Junor have acquired a small piece of land on the beautiful isle, North-west of Glasgow and are in the process of building a “Tiny House,” a trailer mounted cabin which makes use of the WikiHouse system... View Article

Last year saw Schlüter-Systems open a significantly upgraded training facility at the company’s Coalville premises, featuring multiple room-sets and product rigs which offer attendees the chance to get hands-on with the diverse product lines. Here the manufacturer’s highly experienced Training Manager,... View Article

Hathaway are delighted to collaborate with Building Systems UK to design, supply and install, the external envelope package for the new speculative logistics and distribution facility on behalf of Tungsten Properties on the banks of the River Mersey, Birkenhead, Merseyside.... View Article

Passivent has been providing natural and hybrid ventilation solutions for over 40 years. Its product range can help deliver many benefits, including improved energy efficiency and air quality, natural daylight and moisture removal in order to create healthier, more comfortable... View Article

The interest from architects in West Fraser products, and the company’s environmental credentials, has led to the development of a new architect-specific hub – uk.westfraser.com/resources/architect-support The page provides tailored information such as CPDs, downloadable product datasheets and BIM objects while the... View Article

Schlüter-Systems is pleased to announce the launch the KERDI-BOARD-WS, a vanity unit set for free-standing mixer taps. The KERDI-BOARD-WS is designed for specifiers, installers, and end users in the bathroom industry, is a variant of the popular KERDI-BOARD-W and is not... View Article

AIM – Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing’s cut to fit Acoustic Trough Infills have been incorporated into roof areas at Hartlepool’s new £34.65m ‘Highlight’ Active Wellbeing Hub.  Designed to reduce reverberation in buildings with a high proportion of hard internal surfaces,... View Article

Express Bi-Folding Doors’ bespoke glazing solution allowed these homeowners to take advantage of their stunning views. Featuring sleek Sightline Sliding Doors and a breathtaking master bedroom feature window, the design effortlessly connects the interiors to the stunning Welsh scenery, flooding... View Article