What are the safest areas to live in the UK?

Around one in five households are privately rented in the UK, so the demand for rented properties remains high. Searching for the right place to live can be stressful and can often be an exhaustive undertaking. There are so many... View Article

Feel the Express Difference

Our showrooms are a key part of the Express Difference. That’s why we spent the first few weeks of 2023 giving all our showrooms the TLC they deserve; upgrading both sites to display our exciting new products in all their... View Article
Make a sharp exit

Make a sharp exit

If a particular development isn’t proceeding as planned, a developer exit loan could get you back on track. Roma Finance’s Steve Smith explains what the loans entail and how they could help you. Whether you’re a first-time developer or highly... View Article

The changing face of roofing

Stephen Makin of Mayan Roofing Systems discusses the changes at the forefront of roofing development which are helping specifiers drive building performance Despite advancements in technology and construction materials, the methods and practices of pitched roofing have remained relatively unchanged... View Article

The Climate Challenge: Taking cement ‘2 Zero’

Will Lavelle of Atkins and Dr Philippa Horton from University of Cambridge discuss the world’s first zero emissions cement trial and the aim of developing net-zero cement for the construction industry. The decarbonisation of the built environment presents a phenomenal... View Article

Comment: Budget concerns

Brian Berry, CEO of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), gives his review of a disappointing spring Budget The first few months of 2023 have been a relatively quiet period politically, far from the ups and downs of last year,... View Article

BEKO PLC APPLIANCE PARTNERS ANNOUNCE UKAA KEY PARTNER STATUS

Beko plc Appliance Partners, the specialist division of Beko plc which offers bespoke home appliance solutions to housebuilders, build-to-rent providers, developers and contractors, have announced that they have recently built upon their longstanding affiliation with The UK Apartment Association (UKAA) by becoming a Key Partner.... View Article

Why sustainable drainage systems are flowing your way

With sustainable drainage systems set to become mandatory for all new developments in England, Dr Netsanet Mebrate, Product Owner for Causeway Flow at Causeway Technologies, discusses their benefits and shares tips for implementation. Following a review into surface water management... View Article

Building Beyond – Preparing for a Net Zero Future

The drive for energy efficient homes is continuing at pace with the new Part L Building Regulations now in place and housebuilders and suppliers preparing for the Future Homes Standard. Here, Gonzalo Bunse, Category Marketing Director at Wienerberger UK and... View Article

Introducing BLG Development Finance

Are you a developer looking for residential, commercial property funding, or bridging loans to bring your project to life? At BLG Development Finance, we offer high-quality development finance loans tailored to your needs up to 70% LTV. We have the... View Article

Magply makes its mark at Futurebuild

The five foot high flame billowing from a fan unit on the corner of IPP’s stand at Futurebuild ensured the 16,000 specifiers who toured the exhibition (Excel London, 5-7th March) were left in little doubt regarding one of the key... View Article