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The frames are supplied in pre-cut lengths with mitred corners, ensuring the product is easy to store, move around on site and install. Novista Riser doorsets blend into the wall construction. The door frame can be installed within a block or dry-lined wall that is either skimmed or tape and jointed. Once installation is complete,[…]
The wood collection features a variety of wood species and layouts, including three classic parquet designs. The Designatex wood collection includes three classic parquet designs The Designatex stone range includes limestone, slate and paving effect designs in three layouts: slim tiles, random tile placement and varied tile widths. The designs have been developed to create[…]
Thermal imaging factors-in hidden features and defects that have a bearing on the damp problem; these can easily be seen on a thermal image through difference in heat transfer and heat retention. Learning this information can prevent unnecessary, destructive testing. Under the recommendation of Stuart Holland of Thermographic Consultancy Limited (TCL), Brick Tie Preservation specified[…]
The new offices at Two Pancras Square are spread over nine floors. Designed by Allies and Morrison, the building offers views across Englands capital city from its roof terraces. Washroom Washroom combined real wood veneer with back-painted glass to create a unique space for the contemporary offices Craftsmanship from Washroom Washroom The buildings washrooms are[…]
The Newton 403 HydroBond combines mechanical bonding, self-healing capability, easy application, and flexibility in order to provide an external waterproofing barrier for use on any below ground or earth-retained structure. Vision will take place at the Olympia, London on 2-3 June. The product has already been trialled and applied across Europe, with approximately 10,000m2 installed[…]
Designed for the waterproofing of walls, roofs and balconies, CROMAR ELASTATHANE 25 is a cold-applied, moisture-curing polyurethane can also be used to waterproof bridge decks and other commercial projects. ELASTATHANE: polyurethane waterproofer CROMAR’s ELASTATHANE is a rapidly curing, single component polyurethane waterproofer As a high solids formation, it can provide adhesion to a range of[…]
The development consists of 12 properties, seven of which are built partly into the hillside, with the rear gardens being at first floor level. It was important to ensure these properties were protected against water ingress and remain habitable, therefore the retaining wall and floor slab were constructed using a dual system from Sika as[…]
AZENGAR – an engraved, rolled zinc finish for roofs and façades – will be one of the products showcased on Stand 93. It features a distinctive matt surface unaffected by fingerprints, making it ideal for both exterior and interior use. Rolled zinc is becoming increasingly popular across all building sectors. AZENGAR was developed in response[…]
The new service can be accessed via the Crown Paints’ Specification website, or by visiting the paint manufacturer’s profile on the National BIM Library – an online library consisting of generic and proprietary BIM objects such as walls, windows, doors, foundations, cladding and roofs. BIM Objects enables users to integrate Crown Paints’ products into a[…]
A clear rationale rooted in trend and forecasting analysis can help specifiers to reassure clients and help them make informed decisions about decorative schemes. As design trends change over time, staple colours such as creams and blues tend to transcend shifting fashions and remain ever popular. However each year can also bring with it dramatically[…]
