Product Articles

Digital tools not only help architects to ensure the solutions they design are carried out and handed over accurately, but that clear communication is upheld between each stage Accurate and accessible construction product data is crucial at all stages of... View Article

Recent development work carried out by Steel Window Association member company, Steel Window Fittings, means it is now possible to specify concealed multipoint locking on virtually all the different door and window systems available in the sector. Where steel frames traditionally only offered... View Article

Architects and building designers are increasingly looking to green infrastructure to help mitigate the effects of climate change and reconnect urbanised populations with nature. Here, Richard Sabin, Managing Director at Biotecture, looks at why living walls are one of the... View Article

With the changes to Building Regulations that came into force in June, the focus on thermal efficiency of glazing systems for new-build homes, extensions and renovations has never been greater. The challenge for architects has been finding the balance between... View Article

Bringing nature into our cities is a vital component for a sustainable future to help mitigate the effects of climate change and improve wellbeing. Living walls are a space efficient way to green up our urban areas and bring a... View Article

Steve Roebuck, European Health & Safety Director at West Fraser explains why achieving net carbon negative status for the products is not the end of the company’s environmental journey. West Fraser, and formerly Norbord, has always been committed to reducing... View Article

West Fraser (trading as Norbord), the leading UK panel manufacturer, has given its well-loved MDF range a makeover. Still the same great products but with a bold new look!  One of the most comprehensive ranges on offer to the UK... View Article

Solution Fires, a new generation of highly efficient, authentic and stylish electric fires has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Andy Macey, as Sales Manager. Andy joins the Solution Fires team with over 30 years’ experience in the industry,... View Article

Last week’s changes to Approved Document L 2021 came into force in England spelling big changes to thermal regulations for both new and existing buildings – and for your customers. To help you get to grips with what’s changed and... View Article

Michelmersh has recently announced its successful bid to the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) UK Government, Industrial Fuel Switching competition to conduct a feasibility study to replace natural gas with hydrogen in the brick making process. The... View Article

You may not be familiar with our name, but we’re certain you’ll be impressed with our 100 years of waterproofing experience. There’s a breadth of high-performance technologies we offer. Soprema is a global company with a wide-ranging portfolio of projects... View Article

With gardens becoming crucial to so many during the pandemic lockdowns, the effective utilisation of outdoor space is more important than ever and Knightsbridge – a leading manufacturer of wiring devices, accessories and lighting – has curated its impressive IP-rated outdoor... View Article

For over 100 years, Armitage Shanks and Ideal Standard have taken an innovative approach to hygiene within washroom design. By placing pioneering products, practicality and sustainability at the forefront, the leading bathroom and washroom manufacturer has enabled architects and designers... View Article

Premium British bathroom brand unveils unique modular mixer shower system Full range with choice of facias, showers, taps and accessories offering countless combinations Emilie™ shower facia features dual or triple outlets with touch button controls Rosa™ shower facia offers dial... View Article

Rocks have been the standard for construction since the stone age. But with more demands on buildings than ever before… It’s time for something new. Find out... View Article

Coplanar system for full-height cabinets with doors weighing up to 50 Kg Slider M50 Flex is the coplanar system for doors weighing up to 50 kg which is designed to be cut to length. Thanks to the exclusive patented design... View Article

VORTICE has recently worked with Quartz Electrical and Mechanical Services to install an impressive heat recovery air handling unit. This was at Middlesbrough College. The RXH/Hi is an integrated refrigerant circuit heat recovery unit. Ensuring that Middlesbrough College not only... View Article

Recognising their long-standing commitment to exceptional customer service and product excellence, partitioning experts Style has been named by Willmott Dixon as both the winner of their National Goods Supply Chain Award, as well as Goods Supply Chain Partner of the... View Article

Offering homeowners and commercial clients alike a modern aesthetic and a high degree of versatility, the new screwless multimedia plate range from Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring devices, accessories and lighting – brings additional style... View Article