Fibre cement cladding could be viewed as a fairly homogenous building material. This versatile and durable building material is made of Porland cement, cellulose, sand, synthetic fibres and water, allowing for strong and high-performance cladding. But there are vital variations [...]

A new mid-range glass rooflight designed to bridge the gap between plastic domes and premium glass. The VELUX Standard glass rooflight is built for the middle of the market. Suited to residential renovations, extensions, public buildings and spaces where premium [...]

Developed by Polypipe Building Services and CIBSE-approved, this session gives specifiers, contractors and engineers clear guidance on pipe performance, fittings, system transitions and installation. It also covers: Plastic vs metal – performance and material comparisons MLCP composition and connection methods Technical drawings [...]

By Roly Ward, head of business development at MEDITE SMARTPLY Creating low-energy buildings requires more than isolated upgrades; it begins deep within the fabric and foundations of the building itself. As the Future Homes Standard approaches and Building Regulations place [...]

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to deliver more from the buildings it creates. Homes and commercial buildings alike are expected to be more energy efficient, lower carbon, durable and cost-effective than ever before. At the same time, designers, [...]