Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight sheds some light on the Part L Building Regulations for rooflights and thermal performance Why the need for regulations? A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being... View Article

Following on from his seminar presentation at this year’s Fire Safety Event, held in April at Birmingham’s NEC, Dr. Karthick Govarthanam, General Manager for FIREFLY®, explores some of the issues surrounding fire risk in roof voids. “DECODING ROOF VOIDS” We... View Article

The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 was focused around higher-risk residential buildings, defined as being above a certain number of storeys or a certain height. But a culture of taking fire safety seriously applies to buildings of all... View Article

The new DuraPost® SLEEK aluminium range from Birkdale is a contemporary and durable fence panel solution that is incredibly easy to install thanks to its modular structure. It is available in two high-quality design options, the SLEEK Privacy Panel and the... View Article

GF Building Flow Solutions has announced the launch of its Uponor Virtual Showroom. This innovative virtual space has been designed to offer a dynamic and comprehensive view of the Uponor range, with an interactive system that is easy to use... View Article

What is MMC and does it account for a significant proportion of building activity? The phrase ‘Modern Methods of Construction’ has been with us for three decades now, though you could trace the building methodology back to the early examples... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight discusses the practicalities involved in specifying large conservation rooflights We often see grand plans with expansive areas of roof glazing, as architects continue to seek innovative ways in which to exploit natural daylight. As much... View Article

LIEBIG Ultraplus heavy duty anchors have demonstrated in a project to create a new lifting bridge over the River Yare in Great Yarmouth that post-installation anchoring can offer performance equivalent to that of cast-in anchors, whilst also being better suited... View Article

In-line with its commitment to sustainable construction, Mapei now has EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certification for over 500 products throughout its range – spanning adhesives, admixtures, coatings, floor preparation products, grouts and surface care products. The certification reflects Mapei’s commitment... View Article

Keane Environmental supplied Diffusion fan coils units to the Bank Centre site in Ballsbridge, Dublin. The Bank Centre site was redeveloped with the campus designed to be a state-of-the-art work environment and one of the most sustainable workspaces in Europe. The project... View Article

Keller has delivered a first for the kitchen market; a bio-based kitchen. enduura® is exceptional because the material used is not readily available in the market. By bringing together complementary suppliers, Keller has created a bio-based interior panel suitable for mass production, from... View Article

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has announced six new Summer starters and promotions. Mathew Gregory, Matt Miles, Georgina Lee, Mark Johnston, Stephen Miles and Bradley Stone have all joined the company or been promoted within it to strengthen... View Article

The comprehensive product range offered by waterproofing and timber treatment specialist Triton Systems, part of the Wykamol Group, has proved to be the perfect fit for a Kent self-builder undertaking his first self-build project in challenging ground conditions. The 3/4... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight helps readers understanding the thermal performance (U-values) of rooflights and what to look out for in the specification process. One of the most important elements of modern building materials is thermal performance, which is measured... View Article

The Infinity modular fibre-optic star ceiling system by Starscape has been at the forefront of bespoke feature lighting in the Home Cinema since its release in 2012. Easy to fit magnetic rails coupled with the LightFlow™ optical connectors ensure installation... View Article

If you live in period property, a converted barn, a Listed building, or a Conservation Area, the chances are that your home is unique. You most likely appreciate the aesthetic appeal and unique and charming architectural design that your home... View Article