Product Articles

In a new episode of the Building Insights podcast, in association with Saniflo, James Parker speaks to Conor Reeves, UK sales manager. The growth of adaptive reuse projects which convert ex-commercial premises into residential schemes in urban centres has a... View Article

Inspectas Property Compliance has introduced a new team to oversee the management of action plans for asbestos management and removal, fire risk, water risk and health & safety management. Created to help clients prioritise, budget and procure a solution, the... View Article

Derived from the Greek word ‘Pronaos’, and translating as “before a temple”, portico has passed into modern parlance as the upmarket name for a porch sheltering the entrance to a building.  It also encompasses those that are extended as a colonnade, with a... View Article

Ecological Building Systems, a leading supplier of natural building products for sustainable construction, has launched an exciting new flexible insulation product for roofs, walls, ceilings and floors, called IndiBreathe Flex, as part of an exclusive partnership with IndiNature. IndiBreathe Flex... View Article

Zentia, the UK’s market leader in complete ceiling solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its new Product Selector tool, designed to streamline the product selection process and offer recommended solutions for every project. Available on the Zentia website,... View Article

Cladding and countertops from Welsh Slate feature at London’s latest luxury hotel. London’s latest luxury hotel, and the Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels’ first in the UK, has opened to much acclaim, and with Welsh Slate at its very heart.... View Article

Saniflo has played a crucial role in converting the historic Sula Lightship into a unique, high-standard accommodation facility, recently awarded a ‘Highly Commended’ distinction in the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards’ Unique Stay of the Year category. This project demonstrates Saniflo’s effectiveness... View Article

HMG Paints has launched the first of a series of brochures to help professional applicators, merchants and facilities owners in key sectors zero in on the range of products most suited to the specific job in hand. The Sports Venue... View Article

Alusid Mas from Parkside Architectural Tiles is the first mass-produced floor and wall tile made from 98.5% pre-consumer recycled content. With the European Commission estimating that the ceramic tile industry generates up to 3,000,000 tonnes of waste and emits 19,000,000... View Article

Swish Building Products has unveiled the latest addition to its already extensive cladding range, NatureClad, a high-definition, wood effect PVC external cladding system. This new collection is available in Double Shiplap and Double Feather Edge profiles in board lengths of... View Article

Hotel in Leipzig commissions markilux to furnish its outdoor terrace with weather protection The “TH Hotel Leipzig” is not far from the city’s new exhibition centre. In 2021, it was reopened with an adjoining restaurant on the site where a... View Article

Low surface temperature radiators – LSTs – are key where there is a need to meet NHS Guidance for ‘Safe Hot Water and surface temperature’ – in hospitals, care and nursing homes, as well as sheltered housing, schools, nurseries and... View Article

The Grade II listed dining hall at Pembroke College, Oxford University has undergone a significant upgrade. Architects Walters & Cohen, in collaboration with Glasstec, has addressed the issue of draughts from the hall’s heavy timber doors by installing an elegant... View Article

Flex Pro is the faster and easier way to install Moduleo® luxury vinyl floors.  Flex Pro self-adhesive underlay makes it possible to achieve a floating installation for Moduleo® Pro dryback luxury vinyl floors. Cutting down on installation complexity, using Flex... View Article

Beauflor has released its first cushion vinyl floor made from 100% bio-circular attributed PVC, reducing the CO2 emissions of production by 40% compared to its conventional vinyl flooring for residential applications.  Unlike traditional PVC flooring made from fossil fuels, Beauflor’s... View Article

Architects and designers play a crucial role in crafting environments that prioritise wellbeing, productivity, and comfort. Occupants are demanding more from their surroundings, be it offices, schools, hospitality, or leisure spaces. For example, 55% of workers want their workplace to... View Article

Vectaire Ltd can design systems ensuring efficient, low energy ventilation and can supply accessories, organise installation, commissioning and maintenance of the products.  Schemes can be designed for private and social housing; apartments; student accommodation; care homes; and hotels.  WHEREVER good... View Article

Zentia, the UK’s market leader in complete ceiling solutions, is excited to announce the renaming of its popular Axiom range of canopies to DecoFrame. This change reflects the company’s commitment to modern design and high acoustic performance, offering customers a... View Article

By Hannah Parkinson, Gerflor and Gradus Product Manager. Gerflor and Gradus is excited to announce the expansion of their renowned Hospitality Collection for 2025, featuring a wide array of contemporary, high-performance flooring and interior solutions designed to meet the unique... View Article