OMNIE whole-house solution for Devon barn conversions

LISTEN HERE 🔊 The conversion of three stone-built agricultural buildings near the beautiful Devon town of Totnes is employing a full selection of renewable and low-energy technologies from the range of Exeter based manufacturer, OMNIE, to create a comfortable living... View Article

Something new is coming

Rocks have been the standard for construction since the stone age. But with more demands on buildings than ever before… It’s time for something new. Find out... View Article

Get 10% off AEG refrigeration appliances this July

In the market for a new fridge or freezer for your property? Grab a great deal this July with 10% off AEG refrigeration appliances* Be quick, offer ends 31st July 2022. Shop AEG refrigeration appliances Need some help taking an... View Article

Keller launches new brochure for the contract market

Kitchens with sustainability, flexibility and design at the heart “Beautiful and attainable have been our strengths since 1935 and still are!” The Dutch brand is well known in the retail market in the UK; and the company is proving a force in... View Article

Lignacite: The sound choice for building development

Following stringent laboratory testing, Lignacite, a leading manufacturer of sustainable concrete masonry blocks, is delighted to report that its flagship product has advanced sound insulation qualities, cementing its suitability for modern construction projects. Tested in accordance with BS EN ISO... View Article

Energy efficient loft storage with Loft Leg

Loft Leg Ltd. design and manufacture innovative loft storage solutions that create bright, organised, energy efficient lofts. All Loft Leg’s products are designed to work with, and protect, insulation products in the loft to create useful storage spaces while saving... View Article

Introducing the gold standard of BLANCO craftmanship

The eternal popularity of gold is a tale as old as time. To capitalise on this perpetual trend, BLANCO UK has launched Satin Gold as the latest finish for their range of high-quality LINUS and LINUS-S tap designs. Gold represents many things: achievement, triumph, prosperity, prestige,... View Article

Introducing The Truffle Pig Consulting Co.

After more than 30 years in the glass, glazing tools, and glass hardware business, Gary Dean has announced he has formed his new company focused on sharing experiences and knowledge as an independent consultancy group The Truffle Pig Consulting Co.... View Article

Cut-to-falls multiboard helps drain top floor balcony

LISTEN HERE 🔊 An experienced builder and roofing contractor has made use of some 300 standard and tapered Marmox Multiboards to complete a complex refurbishment of a large, top floor balcony on an apartment building in North London. Lightwood Construction... View Article

Build-Zone renews two ‘A’ rated binders

Structural Warranty provider, Build-Zone, has renewed two ‘A’ Rated insurance binders with AXA XL and Fidelis Underwriting Limited / Fidelis Insurance Ireland DAC, enabling them to continue to write Inherent Defects Insurance (IDI) and Structural Warranty business in the UK... View Article

Cowie’s recycling program reduces waste and delivers savings

As the UK’s number one producer of net carbon negative engineered wood-based panel products, West Fraser (trading as Norbord) understands the importance of having sustainable operations.  With a strong commitment to the environment and the communities in which the company operates, there is... View Article

Knauf announces new factory plans

Knauf has reached an agreement with Gypfor for the purchase of a new plasterboard manufacturing plant in Newport, South Wales. This multi-million pound investment will increase the UK production volume of Knauf’s range of gypsum-based building materials by 20% when fully... View Article

Meet BS5250 with fewer tile vents – with Ubbink!

Ubbink’s UB19 Hooded Tile Vent and UB62 Inline Tile Vent each have the largest free vent areas available in their respective applications. So with Ubbink, fewer vents are needed for both high and low level ventilation, to meet BS525. The... View Article

Norcros Rock-Tite is a hit with landscapers!

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Norcros Rock-Tite Exterior Porcelain & Stone System was developed specifically to appeal to landscape designers, tilers and DIYers who want an easy-to-use system for installing the increasingly popular 20mm porcelain tiles externally for patios and terraces. One... View Article