Product Articles

Mack Galus of Battersea Bathrooms discusses why he insists on installing Schlüter-Systems in his luxury bathrooms and wet rooms. How long have you been using Schlüter products? I have been using Schlüter products ever since I formed my own plumbing business in... View Article

Sealmaster and Intumescent Seals of Cambridge have been an industry leader in sealing solutions for doors, windows, glazing and a variety of applications since 1960. The family run business manufactures a wide variety of products designed to keep your heating... View Article

Bi-folding doors are a top feature on Brits’ priority list when looking to buy a property. In a recent Origin survey, homeowners ranked bi-folding doors as more important to them than a good home energy efficiency rating and a fireplace.... View Article

As a natural material, concrete is an increasingly popular choice in exterior design, thanks to its versatile properties, durability and functionality. Here, Paul Lees, head of commercial at Tarmac, takes a look at how housebuilders and property developers can use concrete... View Article

Property finance specialist MSP Capital has agreed a £100m development funding facility with London-based asset manager and private equity firm Pollen Street Capital. The deal is the latest of several strategic moves MSP Capital has made to ready itself for more growth... View Article

Get clear and verified technical data from Glidevale Protect When you’re specifying building materials, transparency and trust in your supply chain counts. Whether it’s construction and roofing membranes, ventilation or damp proofing solutions, reliance on technical data is key. For... View Article

Make your next project stand out from the crowd with VELFAC composite glazing: Distinctive frames combine durable external aluminium with natural inner pine Ultimate design flexibility – identical sightlines across all units, fixed or opening, double or triple glazed Triple glazing... View Article

Leakage and domestic consumption are the two primary strands of water conservation in the UK. Reduce leaks, Design out joints on pipes and prepare for smarter meters It has been calculated that 25% of water leakage on the customer side1,... View Article

A firm of joinery specialists operating across London and the Home Counties, which undertakes the most challenging joinery and timber frame constructions, has been making extensive use of West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero boards including for a development of stick-built homes on a... View Article

With a DualFlo Water Softener, your home stays cleaner for longer – less limescale, more time! Your kitchen and bathroom will keep their shine and won’t need constant cleaning. Experience a cleaner home There are many hidden effects to hard... View Article

Henco, an industry world leader and pioneer in producing high quality sustainable pipes, connections and fittings for the heating and cooling sector, is set to launch an innovative new fitting at this year’s Installer Show, taking place at the NEC,... View Article

On 30th March, the government announced a new version of the Great British Insulation Scheme. Starting this spring, the Scheme will run until March 2026, helping to improve the thermal efficiency of more British homes. It states that installing loft... View Article

When Designer Contracts was asked to develop two very different show home interiors for a new development within striking distance of Edinburgh airport, the team passed the challenge with flying colours. The Barratt Homes development at West Craigs in eastern... View Article

Hörmann UK have launched a new addition to their range of aluminium entrance doors, the ThermoSafe Decoral, a range developed to provide discerning customers and specifiers with the combination of a high quality, secure aluminium door together with a selection... View Article

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 the appointment of Sharif-Paul Anton as their new Head of Customer Care, strengthening their operations and... View Article

Luceco has recently supplied luminaires to a residential renovation in Stockport. Meadow Mill is a stunning 19th century industrial building that has been transformed into 213 luxury apartments over seven floors. The high spec development provides accommodation with a modern... View Article

Meadfleet Ltd, a leading provider of open space management services across England and Wales, has been reviewing the latest updates on forthcoming Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) regulations. In this article, Meadfleet’s Operations Director and Ecologist, Samantha Hursey, explores the benefits... View Article

Samantha Hursey, Operations Director and Ecologist at Meadfleet, a leading open space management company, shares her thoughts on Biodiversity Net Gain and the challenges it poses to the development industry: What is Biodiversity Net Gain? Biodiversity Net Gain is set... View Article

Beauflor vinyl floors are a cost-effective and lasting finish for today’s social and affordable homes. Social and affordable housing providers can look towards Beauflor for a floor that contributes to a supportive and good quality interior for tenants, while fulfilling... View Article