Vent-Axia Scoops Ventilation Award at HVR Awards

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is celebrating winning ‘Commercial/Industrial Ventilation Product of the Year’ category at the prestigious HVR Awards 2023. Scooping the award for the Vent-Axia Sentinel Apex, the next generation of commercial heat recovery ventilation, the Sussex-based company... View Article

What is the difference between waterproofing and damp proofing?

In the construction industry, the potential for water ingress and water-related issues is a constant and essential consideration. Waterproofing and damp proofing are two crucial techniques that must be employed to protect buildings from the detrimental effects of water ingress.... View Article

Haddonstone products help recapture elegance of historic Ridley House

A substantial villa style property on the Suffolk coast, with an intriguing connection to the world-famous Koh-I-Noor diamond, has undergone a transformation after years of neglect with both Haddonstone dry cast and TecLite stone products being employed across the new-build extension and refurbishment elements to the... View Article

Casting cast stone in a new light

Devanshu Mudgal at Haddonstone explains why the durability of cast stone enables it to play an environmentally-responsible role in a wide range of construction projects For anyone who has stood and marvelled at the beautifully preserved floors within the 4th... View Article

Led by heritage lead

Victoria Ramwell from Kemper System explains the key considerations and advantages of specifying cold-applied liquid waterproofing for historical buildings M any older properties feature different roof shapes with flat roofs – typically seen on extensions, or over porches and dormers. Although... View Article

An air of concern

In the drive towards airtight buildings, to conserve energy and protect the planet, Roy Jones from Gilberts Blackpool warns that the industry is failing to allow users – and the building – their ‘right’ to breathe healthy air  Say ‘indoor... View Article

Yeoman Shield launch new protection rail

Yeoman Shield launch the new Ellipse Protection Rail to complement their range of renowned wall and door protection products. Designed with a curved contour the Ellipse Protection Rail offers an aesthetically pleasing and ultimately durable bump rail which protects interior... View Article

Carlisle launches Sure-Weld® TPO to its roofing range in Europe

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), the specialist in waterproofing, sealing and airtightness solutions for the building envelope, is launching the company’s proven TPO roofing system across all its European markets, including the UK. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin), also referred to as FPO, ... View Article

Interior Doors – Make the white choice

Selecting the right internal door for your interiors project, has always been important. Whether from a practical, design or budgetary perspective, interior doors are integral to well-designed living spaces, providing space functionality and reflecting general ambience and mood within rooms.... View Article

Pendock Linea building linings – Form, fit & finish

The Pendock Linea name was first used more than 20 years ago on our perimeter casings to conceal HVAC systems and interior building services. Since then, the Linea range has expanded to include nine separate building lining and architectural finishing products. In... View Article

It’s all about the space for the shower

When creating a showering area, the focus falls on the shower tray or the drain channel if it is a wet room style shower and Kaldewei now offer both solutions. Known for their stylish steel enamel products Kaldewei have recently... View Article

BAL’s solution for specifying 2cm porcelain paving

BAL – market leaders in full tiling solutions – have a trusted system for the installation of 2cm porcelain slabs direct onto concrete. This method incorporates the use of BAL Level Out external leveller and BAL XL Floor One large... View Article

It’s all about u

Understanding and adapting to new regulations and standards can be challenging to say the least. From notional buildings to area weighted limits, it’s not always clear which U-values are relevant. That’s why we at Kingspan Insulation are here to support... View Article

KEUCO AXESS

Stylish bathrooms should be available to everyone and now they can be. Studio F. A. Porsche has collaborated with KEUCO, the result is AXESS a striking barrier-free range; a sustainable and cross-generational concept made of high-quality materials for the comfortable... View Article