Product Articles

An extensive porcelain installation, at BT’s new global headquarters, has recently been completed by Stone & Ceramic using a Mapei system. The project – at One Braham in Aldgate, East London – featured Solus terrazzo, terrazzo-effect flooring and porcelain tiles... View Article

Knauf Insulation has launched OmniFit® Slab 32, the first 32 lambda glass mineral wool insulation slab on the market for use in light steel frame systems (SFS) as part of a rainscreen facade or other external wall build-ups. Liliya Luke, Glass Mineral... View Article

The stylish Bridgwater complex is part of a scheme which includes a cinema, restaurants and rejuvenated green space. Corstorphine & Wright were project architects with Willmott Dixon acting as main contractor. The facade features triangular and diamond shapes in a... View Article

Showering solutions that last a lifetime Lakes has a strong reputation for its customer-first and service-led approach, with fast delivery times plus technical and after sales support on hand whenever you need it. The new and elegant Alpha collection from... View Article

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is enhancing its range of air conditioners with the new, wall-mounted TZ ZKE which has the air cleaning nanoe™ X technology built-in as standard. Designed to fit in the smallest spaces of any home, the... View Article

The first community diagnostics hub of its kind in England is now open and delivering a healthy environment for patients through its ventilation. The Rutherford Diagnostic Centre Somerset in Taunton is the first to open in response to recommendations made... View Article

Meeting the challenge of combining aesthetics and regulations Dorset County Hospital is located just outside Dorchester town centre. This modern hospital provides a full range of district general services, including an accident and emergency department, and links with satellite units... View Article

Michael Brundle, Managing Director at F.H. Brundle, discusses the company’s outstanding aluminium decking system, Synergised. Think decking, and you probably think timber. But timber, as classically attractive and readily available as it is, has problems, as everyone in our sector... View Article

The first zinc roof was installed in 1809 on a relatively traditional church in Liege which is now part of modern day Belgium thus making zinc roofing older than Belgium! Since then, zinc has been used on an incredibly wide... View Article

Bi-fold doors remain high on the priority list for homeowners due to their ability to maximise natural light in a home and create a seamless transition between the indoors and outdoors. Origin’s award-winning bi-fold door systems (OB-49 and OB-72) are... View Article

The construction industry cannot minimise its way out of the climate crisis. There is a need for buildings with a low carbon footprint – and for healthy, durable materials which can create value in new cycles. Troldtekt A/S has interviewed... View Article

Alumno, a specialist student accommodation developer, conceived and delivered a sophisticated and welcoming space for Element Bermondsey, a new student accommodation overlooking Bermondsey Spa Gardens. To do this, Forbo Flooring Systems’ Sarlon and Safestep floor coverings were specified, for their... View Article

Singular by Ideal Standard and Armitage Shanks simplifies the process for commercial washrooms, providing an end-to-end specification journey with a near-infinite combination of award-winning products and solutions to choose from. We can provide architects and designers with access to huge... View Article

TTA Awards are all about celebrating success in the tiling industry. This year’s Awards took place in May at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole and were hosted by BBC presenter Mike Bushell. TTA is grateful to all this year’s Gold sponsors:... View Article

Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems, has added to its award-winning natural ventilation with heat recycling (NVHR) range with its new NVHR® 1700. This larger unit is ideal for leisure centres, halls, sport facilities,... View Article

Steel Window Association, member, Steel Window Fittings (SWF) has launched a new website – Steel Window Fittings | Fittings and Hardware for Steel Windows to improve the customer’s experience when exploring the innovative window and door ironmongery portfolios. As the original... View Article

A firm of joinery specialists operating across London and the Home Counties, which undertakes the most challenging joinery and timber frame constructions, has been making extensive use of West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero boards including for a development of stick-built homes on a... View Article

Recognising the increased attention on energy efficiency and sustainability, Pyroguard (part of the Technical Fire Safety Group) and Technoform UK (the profile manufacturer) have successfully collaborated on a test programme and launched a new fire rated solution: the use of... View Article

When carrying out waterproofing installations, it’s essential that they are installed and guaranteed by trained and approved waterproofing contractors, ensuring ultimate peace of mind for the end user. It’s why Newton Waterproofing’s Specialist Contractors (NSBCs) are equipped to provide meaningful... View Article

A Mapei system has been used by Titan Flooring to promote a fast and safe floor installation at Sunningdale SEN School in Sunderland. The project, which included installation of vinyl and carpet tiles throughout the £12.5 million new-build school, was... View Article