The quality of life in a tower block depends on several factors, one of which is effective drainage. The drainage system in a building is often overlooked, but it plays a crucial role in ensuring that residents are comfortable and... View Article

Leading building products distributor, CCF, recently joined forces with mineral wool insulation specialist ROCKWOOL to host a special event to celebrate women in construction. The event was organised by CCF’s Edinburgh Branch Manager and Regional Account Manager, bringing together 23 CCF and Rockwool... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is supporting Clean Air Day on Thursday 15 June 2023 and welcomes the theme “Clean up our air to look after your mind this #CleanAirDay”. Clean Air Day is led by environmental charity Global Action Plan... View Article

A leading passive fire protection contractor is employing fully tested and trusted products from the range of TBA’s FIREFLY™ for the creation of half hour fire barriers within roofspaces of low rise sheltered housing in the St. Albans district of... View Article

With Blacktex sheet vinyl floors from Beauflor®, affordable housing refurbishments can benefit from a floor that’s fast to install, durable and comfortable in use. The BBC has reported that anti-poverty campaigners are calling for housing associations to stop ripping out... View Article

ROCKWOOL SoundPro is a new guide to support specifiers in designing acoustic insulation into education and residential buildings. The guide will help you to: Understand the importance of good acoustic design Learn how to enhance the acoustic capabilities of building... View Article

Encasement pipe boxing and casings have been used for more than 15 years to conceal interior and exterior pipework in a range of social housing projects across the UK, from fire sprinkler installations and heating system upgrades to the latest... View Article

SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus from timber panel specialist West Fraser, is a sturdy board which is ideal for the construction of screening and walkways, either for privacy or to fulfil health & safety requirements; it’s able to withstand the inclement British weather too.... View Article

Smoke is different to fire and needs specialist maintenance. As a crucial life safety system, smoke control needs to be carefully designed, installed and commissioned properly, by fully competent experts. It also has to be maintained regularly by an equally... View Article

The climate and cost of living crisis means social housing providers are increasingly looking for ways to support tenants by improving the fabric and energy efficiency of their housing stock. Whilst The launch of Part L of the Building Regulations... View Article

Introducing the newest innovation in Multi-Sensor alarms from Aico, the Ei3030 Multi-Sensor Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm. The flagship alarm in Aico’s technologically advanced 3000 Series, the Ei3030 combines individual Optical, Heat and CO sensors, for the ultimate fire... View Article

Where external pipework needs to be concealed and protected against the risk of accidental damage or vandalism, Arma metal pipe boxing provides a tough and versatile solution that also improves aesthetics and adds a uniform finish to the project. In addition, with... View Article

Altro Tegulis tile-effect wall panels have added a splash of colour with a luxury feel in Sanctuary Housing’s latest affordable development. Sanctuary Housing, a large housing association based in Worcester, wanted to explore wall cladding rather than tiles for the... View Article