Raising the bar for renters

A new build-to-rent development is under construction in Leeds, which is set to bring a host of hotel-style amenities to over 500 homes across two high-rise blocks. In Leeds city centre, construction has begun on 515 homes spread over two... View Article

NHBC launch new Standards for UK housebuilders

NHBC has launched the 2020 edition of its technical Standards The new Standards will be effective for every new home covered by an NHBC warranty, where foundations are begun on or after 1 January 2020. NHBC’s dedicated standards team have... View Article

World Toilet Day – Tuesday, 19 November

Annual World Toilet Day may spawn many jokes and can be a haven of comedy for all of us that take sanitation for granted. But behind the hilarity is a serious initiative that we all should all aspire to support.... View Article

Deceuninck’s Heritage Collection is a hit with Dekko’s customers

Sales of Deceuninck’s iconic Heritage Collection are flying at Dekko Window Systems. The national trade fabricator says Deceuninck’s Heritage Flush Window and new Heritage Flush Door combine beautiful style with performance. Kurt Greatrex, Dekko Sales Director says: “Sales of Deceuninck’s... View Article

Kingspan introduces QuadCore Roofboard

Kingspan Insulation is raising roof performance to new heights with Kingspan QuadCore 426 Roofboard, an innovative flat roof insulation board delivering excellent thermal and fire performance, enhanced environmental credentials, and backed by an extended warranty. Kingspan QuadCore 426 is the... View Article

A big eco ambition on a small site

Five new ‘eco’ homes have been completed on a ‘micro site’ in Enfield, which combine environmental efficiency with a traditional feel. Nic London, of SME builder and developer NLondon Construction, spoke to Jack Wooler. To the north of the capital,... View Article

Snickers Workwear – waterproof working

You can count on comfort and protection throughout the autumn and winter with Snickers Workwear’s NEW AllroundWork Jackets for professional tradesmen and women. Stay dry, warm and comfortable by choosing from a selection of water-repellent jackets that will give you... View Article

The biggest rental trend in 2020

The Private Rented Sector is one of the fast-growing markets in housing, and now accounts for over 4.5 million households in the UK, an increase of 63 per cent (1.6 million) from 2007. In times of rising house prices and... View Article

Brexit election must address housing crisis, says FMB

The urgent need to build more homes for everyone should be a key priority for all the political parties during the General Election campaign, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). The FMB is calling on all the political parties... View Article