Product Articles

A strong and reliable supply chain is essential to the continued growth of offsite construction in the UK, and the collaboration between West Fraser and Kirkwood Timber Frame Ltd is a clear example of how aligned partnerships are helping to... View Article

Leading heating and plumbing sector distributor Navigator MSL has launched its latest dedicated taps and showers brochure offering a comprehensive range of taps for bathrooms and kitchens, along with a selection of showers and shower hoses. The Navigator tap range... View Article

Flooring plays a pivotal role in supporting tenants. Improving hygiene, safety, comfort and appearance, it’s the foundation of a good quality home. By installing appropriate IVC Commercial sheet vinyl flooring throughout the whole property, not just in kitchens and bathrooms,... View Article

Property services specialist Bell has won Retrofit Principal Contractor of the Year at the Retrofit Academy Awards for the second year in a row, with the judges praising the company’s ability to successfully deliver the large, complex retrofit programmes essential... View Article

Smart planning, leveraging strong supplier partnerships and adding a dash of healthy professional pride can help SHDF-funded retrofit projects do more than just meet decarbonisation targets and satisfy compliance requirements; they can help support and deliver meaningful benefits for residents,... View Article

Property services specialist Bell is marking a key milestone for its highly successful Safer Homes Initiative. Working in partnership with major housing providers, the scheme has engaged with over 1,000 residents across the country on ways to maintain a safer, healthier,... View Article

The InstallerSHOW 2026 Show Preview is LIVE – and it is your fast-track guide to what is happening at the NEC Birmingham on 23-25 June 2026. This is your first look at the live demos, must-see exhibitors, competitions, giveaways, theatres,... View Article

When 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

Putting forward a fabric first strategy has long been the mantra of the construction industry and for good reason. Fabric first measures such as External Wall Insulation (EWI) focus on improving the energy efficiency of a building’s fabric before adding... View Article

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia will offer installers the chance to join its seminar ‘Raising the standard – why quality ventilation installation matters’ at the InstallerSHOW 2026, NEC, Birmingham. Taking place on Thursday 25 June from 12.00-12.50 in the InstallerELECTRIC Theatre,... View Article

AKW, one of the UK’s leading providers of accessible showering and kitchen solutions, is pleased to announce a new partnership with The Occupational Therapy Service to deliver a fully integrated Clinical Adaptation Service for housing associations and local authorities. The... View Article

Performance Technology Group has appointed Heidi O’Shea as Head of Marketing. Heidi will drive marketing strategy for the Group’s five specialist construction products brands AIM (Acoustic Insulation Manufacturing), CMS Danskin Acoustics, Euroform, IMS (Insulation Machining Services) and Ockwells. Joining from... View Article

John Street, Newham, a high‑rise residential development comprising Blocks A and C, has been equipped with a comprehensive life safety solution from Advanced, incorporating SmokeGo smoke control and EvacGo evacuation alert systems to support a stay‑put fire strategy and enhance... View Article

When it comes to Awaab’s Law, confidence across the sector doesn’t always match reality. New research from Shelforce reveals that while many housing providers are taking steps toward compliance, a significant proportion remain underprepared and uncertain about what comes next.... View Article

With carbon reduction and energy efficiency driving the installation of cleaner heating solutions, the need to conceal exterior pipework and associated components forms an essential part of the final installation, which helps improves aesthetics while adding a level of physical... View Article

Leading sheet vinyl flooring brand Beauflor will be presenting its collections designed to cope with the unique demands of social housing projects at Housing 2026. Exhibiting at Manchester’s Housing 2026, Beauflor will show that its sheet vinyl flooring is a... View Article

Discover IVC Commercial’s affordable social housing flooring solutions at Housing 2026. Leading European manufacturer of sheet vinyl flooring, IVC Commercial will be exhibiting at Housing 2026, showcasing its dedicated social housing collections that are affordable for providers and which have... View Article

The Warm Homes Plan has arrived to replace the Energy Company Obligation (ECO). It represents a shift in focus away from a fabric first approach to instead prioritise high-tech solutions such as PV, battery storage and heat pumps. This change... View Article

More than half of social housing providers do not feel fully prepared for the introduction of Awaab’s Law, according to a new white paper from Shelforce. Titled Navigating Awaab’s Law: Compliance, clarity and the critical role of education, the report... View Article