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08 September 2015
08 September 2015
Ready Mixed range provides fast-track plastering at Village Urban Resort
08 September 2015
BioSOLAR PV mounting system for biodiverse green roofs
Flat roof manufacturer Bauder has launched a solar PV mounting system for biodiverse or extensive green roofs. Bauder BioSOLAR was unveiled at the inaugural European Biosolar Roof Conference that took place in September at City Hall in London. Designed primarily for new build applications to help meet planning and BREEAM requirements; the integrated system addresses the misconception that[…]
08 September 2015
Knauf’s acoustic expertise speeds Liverpool college build
A new contemporary arts college in Liverpool has specified a series of Knauf products to deliver an exciting mix of learning environments and social spaces with high acoustic performance. Built on a tight budget of just £1191/m2, St John Bosco Arts College is a secondary Catholic school in Croxteth, Liverpool. The college delivers 15% more area than[…]
08 September 2015
BM TRADA to stream fire door test for Fire Door Safety Week
07 September 2015
Prefabricated roofing system specified for new leisure centre
Huddersfield Leisure Centre has utilised a combination of Protan roofing products as part of its £36m development. The new leisure centre, being constructed by BAM for Kirklees Council, features a combination of 6500m2 of Protan SE prefabricated single ply membrane and 1500m2 of Protan’s ProGreen green roof system. The ecology requirements and local area prompted the choice[…]
07 September 2015
Duquesa slates installed on 17th century listed building
Cembrit’s Duquesa slates have been installed on a sensitive re-roofing project in Axminster, Devon, which involved the refurbishment of a listed 17th century building. Originally built as a labourer’s cottage, and constructed as a low cost building, Bridge Cottage has required a series of upgrades over the years, including new windows, a garden room and covered parking bays.[…]
07 September 2015
Bespoke joinery fit-out for Wimbledon tennis club
Ahmarra Installations has completed a bespoke joinery fit-out for the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) at Wimbledon. Ahmarra secured a series of orders with the AELTC to deliver the scheme in time for this year’s Championships, whilst ensuring high quality levels of finish and design. It undertook work in the Aorangi Pavilion, Millennium Building and[…]
07 September 2015
Newton Waterproofing Systems
Newton Waterproofing Systems Experts at providing the best solutions for architects, developers and homeowners to protect properties against water ingress and dampness for over 170 years John Newton & Co Ltd, Est 1848, is the UK’s leading independent supplier of structural waterproofing systems, water control and drainage products. Newtons offer the best available BBA certificated[…]
07 September 2015
Crown Trade’s Metal Gloss protects South Wales seaside
Crown Trade Protective Coatings’ Metal Gloss system is being applied to street furniture across a stretch of the South Wales coast to provide a fresh new look and long term protection against the elements. Steel railings, lamp posts and benches along a three mile promenade at Aberavon are currently undergoing a rolling programme of restoration using the Metal[…]