01 December 2014

Biomass & RHI online videos, guides & forum

Three videos on biomass and RHI 1]  The Grant Guide to Biomass This explains the end user the basics about Biomass, including:   the different fuel types that are available why biomass is carbon neutral how it is used in heating systems 2] The Grant Guide to the Domestic RHI This tackles the Renewable Heat[…]

  • 01 December 2014

01 December 2014

Westerland slate from Cembrit for Persimmon Homes development

Westerland slate from Cembrit for Laureate Heights Persimmon Homes development near Sidmouth in Devon featuring Westerland slate from Cembrit Laureate Heights is a small development of just 85 homes situated to the north of Sidmouth, Each home is finished in either combination of brick or render and attractively roofed with the Westerland slate, an attractive[…]

  • 01 December 2014

01 December 2014

Swish roofline and rainwater products specified by Broadacres Housing Association

Swish roofline and rainwater products specified by Broadacres Housing Association Swish black half-round gutters and round downpipes are being supplied alongside white fascias and soffits through local stockist, Quay Plastics to contractor and installer, Newlife Windows. Sustainable rainwater range Swish Building Products will be supplying the North Yorkshire-based housing association with components from its sustainable[…]

  • 01 December 2014

01 December 2014

Airtightness installation advice from DuPont Tyvek

Over the course of a normal winter’s day up to 0.7kg of water vapour can pass through a 1mm gap over 100mm building component thickness, across 1m length at 10Pa pressure difference. Following are some best practice guidelines for successful installations, as experienced by the DuPont™ Tyvek® Technical team and developed through both on-site support[…]

  • 01 December 2014

28 November 2014

Handmade clay roof tile manufacturer Tudor wins at 2014 Build It Awards

Handmade peg and plain clay tiles add value to projects Tudor Roof Tiles historically authentic range of handmade peg and plain clay tiles add value to new build projects as well as complementing older styled or period properties in conservation areas. Made from the finest English clay, these traditional sand faced clay tiles have an[…]

  • 28 November 2014

28 November 2014

Icopal Monarfloor acoustic system tackles plasterboard resonance

Monarfloor ARS acoustic resilient membrane is designed to decrease plasterboard resonance Suitable for use on any type of plasterboard, ARS has been proven to cause a significant decrease in board resonance, as well as improving sound insulation by around 2-3dB. Solutions have been developed in the past to reduce the problem of plasterboard resonance and[…]

  • 28 November 2014

28 November 2014

Polyflor 2000 PUR homogeneous vinyl flooring for junior school

The flooring was specified to increase the children’s attention levels The circular designs have been installed in the main sports and assembly hall as part of an interior refurbishment, featuring a combination of the colours Glacier Blue 8450, Sapphire 8550 and Oak 8300. The design provides a stylish floor that helps children to fulfil their[…]

  • 28 November 2014

28 November 2014

Galvanising work undertaken at zoo on animal enclosures

South East Galvanizers have been working with Colchester Zoo for five years The steel is often used to create homes and trap systems for the animals, with the galvanising work playing an important part in protecting the structures against bad weather conditions. The company has also carried out work on the zoo’s new Bears of[…]

  • 28 November 2014

28 November 2014

Benoy win planning approval for major development in Woking

Benoy’s Victoria Square in Woking The unanimous detailed planning approval for Victoria Square will move forward this mixed-use, retail-led development. Victoria Square is the first new external public space for a generation that will bring new life and energy, creating a gateway to the town and significantly improving the public realm, The scheme will include:[…]

  • 28 November 2014

27 November 2014

Preview of new Natural Paving Products brochure for landscaping projects

Natural Paving Products As well as the full range of Natural Paving Products stones, colours and finishes, it will include useful information about planning outdoor spaces; how to find the right landscaping professional; and provide a reference for all landscaping projects alongside photographs of inspirational projects. Malcolm Gough, Business Development Director at Natural Paving Products:[…]

  • 27 November 2014