JK Floorheating: Underfloor Heating Without Compromise for Self-Build and Renovation Projects

Underfloor heating has become one of the most desirable features in modern homes. Whether you’re building your dream self-build property, extending your current home, or renovating an older house, it offers exceptional comfort, improved energy efficiency and complete design freedom [...]

NIBE launches NIBE Home, expanding into direct-to-consumer heat pump installation

NIBE Energy Systems Limited has launched NIBE Home, a new direct-to-consumer installation service that brings the entire heat pump journey under one roof, marking a significant step in the company’s UK growth and in simplifying the adoption of low-carbon home [...]

Planning a Spring Self-Build Project? Start Smart

Spring is one of the most popular times to start a self-build, renovation or conversion project. Better weather, longer days and improved ground conditions all help work progress smoothly. But a successful build does not start on site. It starts [...]

Government announces £15 billion Warm Homes Plan

The Government announced on Tuesday 20 January, details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan, a £15bn programme designed to support households with solar panels, heat pumps, and insulation, helping to lower energy bills and decarbonise homes across the UK. The [...]

Retrofit revolution: Making homes warmer, greener, and cheaper to run

The ‘Retrofit Zone’ is a brand-new free resource at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre. This new permanent exhibit is helping homeowners navigate solutions to increase their property's energy-efficiency, value, and most importantly, their quality of life. “Retrofit is [...]

Latest Articles

Reshaping heating controls with AI

Tom Sheppard at IMI Heatmiser explains how AI is shaping the evolving role of heating controls. Heating today presents a clear challenge for homeowners and self-builders. How do you balance... View Article

Understanding light

Understanding how light transforms colour is the secret to getting your paint choices right first time, saving time and money on your project as Kathryn Lloyd at Crown Paints explains. ... View Article

A challenging undercurrent

Seasoned self-builders Frank and Kerry’s stunning cantilevered house in a picture-postcard location overlooking a gently curved stretch of the Avon is just how the experienced self-builders envisaged it, but a... View Article

An Irish fairytale

When Naimh and John Willis fell for a 200-year-old cottage, they embarked on a sensitive, design-led renovation that honours their home’s heritage. TEXT Alexandra Pratt IMAGES Jess Glynn Mention a... View Article

Preserving character with plaster

Neil Turner at Ecological Building Systems explores how natural thermal plaster products can achieve modern thermal performance requirements without compromising on the original architecture of traditional buildings. When it comes... View Article
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Product & Supplier News

BEWI supports cutting-edge ICF project

BEWI Thermomur® Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF) Building System and BEWI Jackodur® Atlas Foundation System have made possible the construction of a new cutting-edge energy-efficient home in Berkshire. Called Swallowbrook, the... View Article

Strength, consistency and versatility from CaberMDF

In the world of high-performance panel products that deliver reliability, consistency, and versatility on every project, CaberMDF from West Fraser continues to stand out as a trusted solution, offering exceptional versatility for both structural... View Article
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