Pendock Linea building linings – Form, fit & finish

Since the Pendock Linea name was first introduced more than 20 years ago, for our HVAC perimeter casings, the range has expanded considerably and now incorporates nine separate building lining and architectural finishing products. In addition to perimeter casings, the... View Article

Vent-Axia shows commitment to a low carbon future

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is committed to providing healthy indoor air while driving a low-carbon future. The company is therefore paving the way in the ventilation sector when it comes to its decarbonisation. To illustrate its commitment Vent-Axia has... View Article

Cutting details down to psi

Jonathan Ducker from Kingspan Insulation GB explores how the industry has developed a range of details to assist specifiers pursuing higher thermal performance  As part of the recent updates to the energy efficiency requirements in the Building Regulations and Standards... View Article

Cladding colour trends

Looking at colour choices for the facades of a residential property or development, Lisa Grosse from Cedral looks at current trends which clients are buying into  The science of how different colours in our surroundings make an impact on how... View Article

The shape of water efficiency

Tom Reynolds from the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) highlights the increasing urgency for a focus on water efficiency in new builds and retrofits Water is rarely out of the headlines these days. Whether it’s about water companies and the issues... View Article

Thinking outside the box

Danesch Missaghian from Rundum Meir UK explains why bespoke garage doors enable specifiers to take a different, more creative approach to the design of the garage and building as a whole With residential garages being a common sight in many... View Article

The Guide to BS 5422:2023 is here

The ROCKWOOL Guide to BS 5422:2023 provides up-to-date specification guidance for the thermal insulation of building services in domestic, non-domestic and commercial buildings. The guide contains a number of changes and additions from the previous edition, including: Pipe diameters now... View Article

A Direct Fix system suitable for all building heights

The only Direct Fix External Wall Insulation (EWI) solution that offers a choice of 4 x high performance finish options. The K Systems Direct Fix M External Wall Insulation (EWI) system features the use of mineral wool insulation and is... View Article

Why is a CPD so important?

At Ash and Lacy, we offer a wide range of CPD’s that will help you learn new skills, refresh your memory and improve competency for you and your organisation. Stay ahead of the game by joining our informative sessions, designed... View Article

Bringing glass back into balconies

Looking for glass solutions that tick both fire safety and aesthetic requirements can often be overwhelming, but Pyroguard has the answer – Pyroguard Balustrades. Following the recent amendments to UK building regulations and the subsequent ban on certain laminated glass... View Article

40 years of wedi

Individuality rooted in secure systems As the pioneer of the XPS industry, wedi has introduced countless product innovations to the construction industry over the past four decades. Built on the vision of Helmut Wedi a master tiler from Emsdetten, Germany,... View Article

A Promise of Conscious Efforts from Riviera Home

GoodWeave® certified for the promise of ethical production that supports local communities, Riviera Home crafts fine quality natural carpets by hand with a conscious effort to minimise environmental impact. For nearly four decades, Riviera Home has been making carpets in... View Article

Yeoman Shield highlighting dementia-friendly wards

Wall & Door Protection Specialists, Yeoman Shield recently collaborated with a Yorkshire hospital to provide Door Protection for a ward refurbishment that would be in line with the dementia-friendly environment brief. The work required the doors along the ward corridor... View Article

New Colours in Matrix

The Matrix ceramic wall tile collection from Parkside Architectural Tiles has been refreshed with new trending colours. Originally developed in collaboration with leading colour consultant, Vanessa Konig, the Matrix wall tile collection from Parkside Architectural Tiles features 23 colours, available... View Article

Tailored for Today’s Office Spaces

Part of the Pattern carpet tile collection from IVC Commercial, Tailored is a multi-level textured design that echoes the essence of a working pattern defined by self-control. Modern office environments are now designed to be responsive to different needs and... View Article