By Roly Ward, Head of Business Development at MEDITE SMARTPLY For anyone planning a self-build, the temptation is to focus first on the visible elements: kitchens, finishes, glazing and heating technology. But some of the most important decisions are hidden... View Article

Paul Oxley, Founder of Visionbase Software, explores why the audit trail is becoming just as important as the repair itself. Housing providers have never faced this much scrutiny over what happens after a repair is reported. Response times, resident communication, and... View Article

Location: Hunsdon Lodge, Hertfordshire A new housing development in a historic Hertfordshire village demonstrates how aesthetic considerations and surface-water management can be addressed through a single permeable paving system. Hunsdon Lodge Farm is a new development of 14 homes in the... View Article

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has long been known as a specialist in the restoration of Victorian, and earlier, metal windows, with Operations Director, Kris Bennell being the current President of the Steel Window Association as well as a member... View Article

The time saving benefits and cost advantages of using pre-formed pipe boxing over site made alternatives are graphically demonstrated in a new split-screen live action video from Encasement, which compares the two methods side by side. Encasement has always advocated... View Article

Godstone based Govette Windows was understandably proud to have won the Best Domestic Project category at the inaugural Steel Window Association Awards in 2024, but the accolade has brought the company wider acclaim and more recently led directly to it... View Article

The Future Homes Standard has arrived, setting a new benchmark for the energy performance of new homes in England. But compliance might not be as complicated as you think. To help you navigate the changes, Knauf Insulation has created a... View Article

Already specified a fibre cement product? Send us the specification and we’ll review it, recommend suitable alternatives and provide technical support. Valcan designs and manufactures a complete range of A1 and A2 classified fibre cement façade solutions, supported by comprehensive... View Article

Trianco’s new Activair R290 is a revolutionary indoor air/water heat pump designed for locations where an outdoor unit is unfeasible; examples are apartments without balconies or those with limited outside space.  Developed to supply both heating and hot water, when... View Article

Trying to decide on the perfect colour of your external render finish? Here’s why K Rend’s FREE sample service is must-use for that all-important decision. The colour of your render finish is one of the most important, and often difficult,... View Article

An ambitious private redevelopment in Northamptonshire has seen a traditional dwelling replaced with a striking contemporary residence defined by architectural clarity, refined detailing and material quality. Conceived as a modern family home with a strong sense of permanence, the purpose-built... View Article

The timber frame housebuilding process demonstrates how a fully integrated, sustainable supply chain can deliver high-quality homes while reducing environmental impact. From responsibly managed forests to modern housing developments, each stage plays a vital role in creating efficient, low-carbon homes... View Article

Scottish suppliers across the construction industry, including the Proctor Group, have provided support to a homelessness charity in creating new supported village communities. Social Bite, a social business as well as a charity, empowers people to transform their own lives... View Article

Delays, lender requirements and unexpected technical issues can all add pressure to a development. The right structural warranty partner can help reduce risk, simplify the process and keep projects progressing towards completion. Build-Zone provides specialist Latent Defects Insurance and Structural... View Article

SureSpec connects design, manufacture and installation – helping protect specified window and door performance and create a clearer project evidence trail. Why this matters now Building regulations place greater emphasis on accurate information, documented decisions and evidence of compliance. For... View Article

Social housing providers looking to reduce void costs, rent loss and turnover should consider the provision of Beauflor cushion vinyl flooring in all rooms. By providing floor coverings in all rooms of social housing, providers can achieve a reduction in... View Article

NHMF Frameworx is excited to announce the development of two new bespoke frameworks for Northern Ireland, covering Multi-Disciplinary Mechanical & Electrical and Planned Maintenance works, and is inviting contractors across the region to take part in the preliminary market engagement.... View Article

In an uncertain economic climate, choosing the right flooring contractor can make a significant difference to the success of a new build project. Louise Walters, Commercial Director at Designer Contracts, explains what housebuilders should look for in a dependable flooring... View Article

Once the nights start drawing in and the evenings become cooler, many of us will be turning our attention to our heating systems once more. After what seemed like endless months of heatwaves, it’s been quite some time since homes... View Article

Nelson Place, one of Northern Ireland’s largest student accommodation developments, has utilised Brett Martin’s Glass Link rooflight system above one of the building’s atriums. The rooflight has introduced high levels of natural daylight, a key design requirement, that has played... View Article