Silicate Masonry Paint for all surfaces

A newly formulated Bonding Primer from Earthborn can now be used alongside Silicate Masonry Paint for exterior masonry surfaces that do not need to breathe. Bonding Primer provides a mechanical bond between a ‘sealed’ wall and the paint, allowing Silicate... View Article

Garador offers perfect fit

With modern house designs, many garages are taller, wider or have individual specifications. This is why leading UK garage door manufacturer Garador offers an extensive range of both standard and purpose-made garage door sizes all the way up to 5000mm... View Article

A2 fire-resistant vapour permeable membranes

Following the demand and success for its airtightness membranes, Wraptite and Procheck A2, The A. Proctor Group is launching two additions to its range of high-performance A2 fire-resistant membranes. Probreathe A2 combines breathability, good water resistance, fire resistance and airtightness... View Article

Purposefully porous

As a SuDS expert, Chris Griffiths of Marshalls explains why he is committed to bringing the approach into schemes using porous solutions to manage surface water in an increasingly challenging environmental context The latest State of the UK Climate report... View Article

Venting about spec quality

Tony Stevens at Bilco UK explains ‘NSHEVs’ – a ‘natural’ approach to ventilating spaces during fires – and factors that architects need to address when considering it According to The National Statistics Survey for fire and rescue services in England,... View Article

Untouchable innovation

Geoff Firth of Boon Edam explains why touchless technology is the “evolution of the connected workplace” and discusses futureproofing commercial buildings There was a time when you wouldn’t have thought twice about calling a lift, opening a door, or using... View Article

K Systems CPDs

K Systems is a leading UK manufacturer of BBA-approved External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems and solutions that have been tried and tested for over 30 years. As the industry experts in EWI, K Systems deliver premium products with proven, long-lasting solutions... View Article

Flexible solutions for changing generations

Ann Boardman of Saniflo discusses ideas for flexible living spaces including flexible bathroom options It’s well known that basements, lofts and unused spaces can be successfully converted into rooms that add value and practicality to a home. Even when a... View Article

Fireproofing green roofs

Julian Thurbin of modular green roof solutions supplier Wallbarn discusses the issues around ensuring fire performance of ‘living’ roofs and how to achieve compliance A key consideration for architects working on green roof projects has always been the load-bearing capability... View Article

Crittall engineering enhances Uni’s engineering campus

A major redevelopment project at the University of Leeds features Crittall windows in a prestigious setting. The new Sir William Henry Bragg Building, named after a Nobel physics laureate, is a £96million project that provides a home for the University’s... View Article

Flexible working, flexible office: A hybrid of the future

Having been around for nearly 30 years, underfloor air conditioning remains a relatively untapped resource. However, over the past 5 years, and due to the increased demand for the flexible space that the post pandemic office requires, the industry has... View Article

Cast iron certainty from Stelrad

The latest addition to the Stelrad Radiator Group portfolio is the new Cast Iron Column range. These radiators are floor standing with in-built feet for extra stability as they are significantly heavier than their steel counterparts. They are available in... View Article

Panasonic’s New Efficient 4HP MT/LT CO₂ Cold Chain Units

Ideal solution for a variety of refrigeration applications Utilises unique two-stage rotary compressor Piping length up to 50m for flexible installation Uses natural CO₂ refrigerant with low ODP and GWP Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions has expanded its CR Series... View Article

Building Regulations Update – England

England Regulations have been released (15/12/21) and Scotland & Wales are currently under review. It is the intention that the updates ensure adequate ventilation of all types whilst the energy efficiency of housing is improved at the same time.  As... View Article

A safe future

As we begin the new year it is certainly not new news that the UK faces a continued and significant threat from international terrorism. There have of course been well published attacks against protected sights across the globe however crowded... View Article