• 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Rising damp discussed in CPD seminars

Safeguard has designed its CPD seminar to educate building professionals on the causes and treatment of rising damp The seminar, which has been RIBA approved, provides a briefing on what causes rising damp and presents delegates with a range of solutions that are available to treat it. Rising damp occurs when water ascends through the[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Concrete block paving used for school’s hard landscaping

Bradfield School benefited from a bespoke installation of Brett’s Beta concrete block paving, which was made to suit the building’s requirements The protected position of the site meant that the project’s contractors and design team were tasked with planning restrictions that needed to be addressed with sensitivity. One requirement was that the hard landscaping outside[…]

  • 23 February 2015

20 February 2015

Global approach to construction sector Health and Safety

GUEST BLOG Nigel Crunden Business specialist at Office Depot Driving a shared global approach to Handamp;S in the construction sector PPE in construction The significant increase in major construction projects throughout the likes of India and China is becoming more apparent than ever. The International Monetary Fund has predicted that 70% of global growth will[…]

  • 20 February 2015

20 February 2015

Can tidal power generate substantial green electricity?

An artists impression of the proposed tidal lagoon in Swansea Bay. Photo: Tidal Lagoon Swansea Bay Plc From the artists impression of the lagoon we can certainly imagine the impact on tourism in the area, with the wonderful walks, bike ride and sailing regattas. But some question an energy-generating lagoon on this scale is truly[…]

  • 20 February 2015

20 February 2015

Global approach to construction sector Health & Safety

GUEST BLOG Nigel Crunden Business specialist at Office Depot Driving a shared global approach to H&S in the construction sector PPE in construction The significant increase in major construction projects throughout the likes of India and China is becoming more apparent than ever. The International Monetary Fund has predicted that 70% of global growth will[…]

  • 20 February 2015

20 February 2015

Masonry paint for use in adverse weather

Sandtex Trade’s new masonry paint has been designed to allow specifiers to decorate in all weather conditions The paint allows decorators to begin working on outdoor developments before the UK’s traditional exterior painting season begins. To ensure that it is protected against winter’s harsh weather conditions, Sandex Trade 365 All Weather Masonry Paint is manufactured[…]

  • 20 February 2015

20 February 2015

Video highlights inspire new visitors to Ecobuild 2015

Ecobuild, 3-5 March 2015 at Excel London Ecobuild sustainable design, construction and energy event for new build, refurb, commercial & domestic buildings, brings you a mix of suppliers that offer thousands of new and innovative products and services as well as offering a programme set to inspire, educate and help you solve every day challenges.[…]

  • 20 February 2015

20 February 2015

Crown Contract Paint range available at Toolstation

Crown Paints’ Contract Paints range is currently only available in Toolstation’s stores. Products from the range can also be ordered on the company’s website The range can be found in any Toolstation store, as well as on Toolstation’s website. Toolstation’s customers will have a choice from eleven products. One example is Crown Paints’ High Gloss[…]

  • 20 February 2015

  • 20 February 2015