Every kind of radiator for selfbuilders

Stelrad Radiators offers the widest range of designs, shapes and sizes of radiator for every application in selfbuild projects. From standard steel panel radiators to premium panels, designer and decorative radiators, towel rails and bathroom radiators – there’s a choice... View Article

Schluter®-DITRA-PS the ideal preparation for tiling

Recognising that creating a luxury bathroom represents a major investment in any property, Schlüter®-Systems has enhanced its unrivalled range of system solutions, designed to deliver perfection for tile, stone and a range of other floor coverings, by introducing a product which will... View Article

A free ride from Garador

Garador’s large delivery trucks were in full use over the weekend when they delivered over 200 cyclists back to their departure point after taking part in a big charity race. The cyclists were participating in the 25th annual Coast to Coast... View Article

Add style and value to your home with a Garador garage door

With over seven decades of experience in garage door manufacturing, Garador has been at the forefront of the industry for many years. Garador’s modern garage doors are designed to impress. Their range of sectional, roller, side-hinged, and up-and-over garage doors... View Article

Fast and Clean Luxury Vinyl Installs with Flex Pro Pure

Flex Pro Pure is the improved self-adhesive underlay from Unilin Flooring that makes it fast and easy to install Moduleo dryback luxury vinyl floors. For large scale projects, such as BTR, private housing developments, student accommodation and more, speeding up... View Article

Festival of Sustainable Homes: Don’t Miss Out!

Friday 16th- Saturday 17th May Fri & Sat: 9am-5pm Just off M4 Junction 16, Swindon (SN5 8UB) Book your FREE tickets today! The ‘Festival of Sustainable Homes’ is an exciting, family-friendly show, highlighting how we can enjoy better sustainable homes,... View Article

Are open plan spaces always a good idea?

Over the past 25 years that IDSystems has been installing doors and windows the design and style of homes has changed dramatically. Gone from most architect drawings are separate kitchens and box shaped living rooms, replaced with large open plan... View Article

Not all garage doors are the same

Looking for a new roller garage door? Make sure you choose one that offers good looks and style together with the quality, safety, and security that you would expect. Hörmann’s RollMatic range provides the perfect solution, packed full of features making them... View Article

Why it is important to choose an airtight attic hatch

Neil Turner, Technical Sales Manager at Ecological Building Systems, explains a practical way to improve comfort and energy efficiency in a building by installing an airtight attic hatch. “Ensuring that attic hatches are airtight is crucial for maintaining the overall... View Article

Natural Harmony in the kitchen with Keller

Japandi (a blend of Japanese and Scandinavian design) became a trend buzzword after a leading Italian furniture show (Eurocucina) featured new schemes in this serene style. Now it is embedded in our aspirations for a clean, modern, ultra-stylish new kitchen space... View Article

Why should builders choose SterlingOSB Zero over plywood?

West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero, is often seen in restaurants, exhibitions and retail outlets where the theme is “natural”, “eco”, and “earthy”. It is also commonly used as a hoarding panel for building sites, or for boarding up broken windows. The fundamental engineered panel... View Article

Choose Self-Build Zone for your self build insurance and warranty

Why use Self-Build Zone for your self-build insurance? Expertly designed self-build site insurance policies, including public liability and employers’ liability as standard Personal service from our expert team, with over 20 years of experience Ability to cover most construction methods,... View Article

What is a sustainable window?

A guide to choosing windows and doors that are good for your home and for the planet. Climate change, the drive for ‘net zero’ carbon*, and the launch of the Future Homes Standard** – these are all reasons to specify... View Article
Grand Designs Live

A grand day out

Uncertain about the next steps in your project or don’t know where to begin? You can find more expert advice than ever before, discover exciting products, and spark inspiration at this year’s show. Why should you visit Grand Designs Live?... View Article

Paving perfection

Trevor Knight, head of group technical operations at Marshalls, shares expert tips to help you make the right choice for your self-build project. Creating an inviting outdoor space enhances your home, and the right paving slabs used for patios, paths... View Article