More and more has to be done off-site

Nick Whittle, joint md of timber frame manufacturer Target Timber Systems, says that “all building methods have to meet the same strict criteria laid down by local authority building control and/or the clients specific requirements.” Arguably some methods of build... View Article

The Future is Modular… and the future needs Tyvek®

The multiple benefits of modular development, from cost to sustainability to efficiency, are playing a valuable part in addressing not only the housing shortage but also the impact of climate change. DuPont™ Tyvek® membranes and systems are also playing their... View Article

Glidevale helps Aran Services to combat roofspace condensation

Insulation technicians from energy efficiency and property improvement firm Aran Services have been brushing up their skills in fitting Glidevale tile ventilators. Working with local authorities and housing associations across the UK to make homes more energy efficient, Aran is... View Article

Crown’s Clean Extreme has opacity covered

Leading trade paint brand Crown Trade has introduced an upgraded Ultimate Opacity formulation to its popular range of Clean Extreme Stain Resistant Scrubbable Matt emulsions which offers excellent coverage, increased scrubbability and a flawless finish. The new high opacity formulation... View Article

Growth in off-site construction

Specialist timber frame building manufacturers Target Timber Systems have in the last 10 days been instructed to commence work on two projects with a combined order value of £2 million. The mixed developments of houses and apartments, one in Oxford... View Article

Grass Concrete Ltd turning hard landscapes soft

Converting traditional hard landscaped drive ways into softer landscaped green space applies to both commercial car parks and domestic driveways. Specifiers can turn those large parking areas into sustainable green vistas with sustainability built in. With new builds developers are... View Article

Form, function and fire

Specifying and procuring doors for refurbishment and new build, can present many challenges in today’s market conditions. With often competing and exacting criteria to contend with, it can often seem like an unsolvable problem, trying to meets the needs of... View Article

ToughGlaze UK Stock List 2020

Bespoke Products TG Switchable (available combined with other products) Security Glass (manual attack, anti-bandit, ballistic & bullet resistant, blast & explosion resistant) Mesh & Fabric interlayers (available combined with other products) Digital printing / Silk Screen Magna (upcycled glass) Acoustic... View Article

Helifix to exhibit at London Build 2019

Helifix will be exhibiting at London Build on the 27th & 28th November 2019, Olympia, London on stand number C28. Helifix will be showcasing their range of concealed, non-disruptive products and installation techniques alongside the Helifix Micro-Pile system, an efficient,... View Article

Ancon to exhibit at London Build 2019

Ancon will showcase products including Ancon’s range of insulated balcony connectors, helping building designers meet their thermal performance aspirations whilst still boasting Class A1 non-combustible insulation, reinforcement and steelwork, making it fully compliant with The Building (Amendment) Regulations 2018. Ancon... View Article

Green-tech wheels out its stylish new livery

Leading landscape supplier Green-tech has wheeled out its new 40ft, Green-tech branded artic lorry and two new pool cars. At their recent open day, they unveiled their three newest fleet vehicles in their striking livery. Green-tech covers the length and... View Article

Cromar win h&b Supplier of the Year

Cromar Building Products are proud to announce that they have been awarded h&b Group’s Supplier of the Year award 2019. The award, officially known as the ‘Peter Buttle Supplier of the Year Award’, was announced on the 18th September at... View Article

Freefoam, working to help roofing merchants grow

While Freefoam building products have traditionally been available from specialist PVC suppliers the more ambitious roofing and general builders merchants are now seeing the potential and benefits of stocking fascia, soffit and gutter alongside their existing ranges. Skyline Roofing are... View Article

Tobermore launch new specification guide

Tobermore continue to set standards with the launch of their official new Specification Guide. Designed with architects, landscape designers, developers, building contractors and housebuilders in mind, the all-encompassing new guide is complete with all the latest additions to Tobermore’s extensive paving... View Article