A class of its own

An ambitious vision for a pioneering CLT Passivhaus primary school building in a historic part of Edinburgh was realised thanks to an open-minded team effort. Clara Garriga from architects Holmes Miller explains all to Roseanne Field Despite its grade-B listed... View Article

Structherm proudly announces award

Structherm proudly announces the INCA Winners Award for the successful 18-month renovation of the Glasgow Green Boathouse. The revitalised Grade 2 listed building, on the River Clyde bank, utilised Structherm’s Structural External Wall Insulation with textured silicone finish and replication... View Article

Solutions for Stormwater Management Round Table Review

With James Parker In this special episode of Building Insights we captures some of the key highlights from our October 2023 industry round table, ‘Solutions for Stormwater Management.’ The sponsored event held at the Building Centre in London saw a... View Article

Automatic door servicing solutions from TORMAX

With wet and windy weeks ahead, it is important to regularly service your automatic entrance system to ensure it continues working at optimum efficiency, whatever the weather throws at it. With a nationwide team of in-house trained engineers, TORMAX can... View Article

ARDEX returns to SPATEX 2024

ARDEX UK are once again exhibiting at SPATEX – the UK’s largest pool, spa and wellness show – which is taking place from 6th to 8th February at the Coventry Building Society Arena. At the heart of the pool and... View Article

The Future of Airtightness – AeroBarrierUK

Looking at the Future Homes Standard and beyond, join Head of AeroBarrierUK, Hugh Franklin, on a tailored seminar covering the importance of specified airtightness in new build projects. Delivered in-person or via webinar, this CPD covers the ‘last uncontrolled variable’... View Article

Sustainable communications – holding ourselves to account

By Cathy Barlow, Managing Director, Smith Goodfellow It has almost become a cliché to proclaim that the climate crisis is one of the greatest threats facing humanity. However, with yet another record-shattering year of global high temperatures and extreme weather... View Article

NHBC Standards 6.1 – Cavity Trays

Compatible with metal arched openings, concrete arched openings and traditional centering construction, Type BA Barrier Arch Cavity Trays from Cavity Trays Ltd are preformed to suit all designs of openings within cavity walls. Harmonized protection is established every time, plus... View Article

Introducing AET

AET offers a distinctive range of customisable Architectual grilles, enabling clients to tailor their surroundings to sleek modernity or intricate boldness.  Integral to the underfloor air conditioning system, these grilles embody precision and unwavering quality, serving as both functional components... View Article

F. Ball makes for top story at Channel 4 News

F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound has been used to create a hard-wearing base for a flooring installation at Channel 4 News’ main broadcast studios in Leeds. The refurbishment involved installing luxury vinyl tiles (LVTs) over 120m2 at the television broadcaster’s national headquarters located on the south bank of the river in the city centre. As well as delivering... View Article

Growth in Moveable Walls for University Lecture Theatres

Demand for moveable walls from universities has grown in recent years with many looking to modify their lecture theatres to create more adaptable space. Michael Porter, Style’s group sales director reports that large lecture theatres are often underutilised with only... View Article

How To Conduct a Commercial Energy Audit?

Are you tired of soaring energy bills eating into your company’s profits? As businesses increasingly prioritize sustainability and cost-efficiency, conducting a commercial energy audit has become essential. Imagine having the power to pinpoint areas of wasted energy, optimize equipment performance,... View Article