Completed project videos to inspire your self-build dreams

For those planning their dream self-build in 2021 seeking much needed inspiration is all the more challenging given the current restrictions in place. To assist we’ve put together three of our favourite completed projects of recent years and captured them... View Article

High performing membranes protect Self Build Heroes

Motivation, adaptability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with nearly 50 years of construction experience is the description of an innovative service by Self Build Heroes, intended to support self-builders in achieving their dream of building their own home with military veterans.... View Article

BAL products to feature in new TV show

A range of BAL tiling products are to feature in a new bathroom make-over show on Channel 5. GSA Bathrooms were approached in October by PI Productions to feature in a new show: Kitchens and Bathrooms: You Won’t Believe Your... View Article

How to protect your employees on a construction site

Despite being one of the most heavily regulated industries, construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work. With around 81,000 workers suffering from work-related ill health and 40 fatalities last year alone, there’s still a long way... View Article

The rising trend of lifts in homes

Stannah Lifts offer expertise in creating beautiful lifts in private homes, from contemporary glass to matching period charm, with a wide range of lifts to fit – whatever the size or space. In recent years, increasingly people are choosing to... View Article

Make a house a home with Königstone’s Monaco

Königstone, renowned for durable, high-quality worktops, has added a new colour to the popular Königquartz portfolio: Monaco. The pale grey shade incorporates a marble-like effect with a natural-looking grain to create a unique and stylish surface. As quartz is one... View Article

Make Light Work (in ‘Soho’)

A big impact of the Covid 19 Pandemic is that far more of us are now working from home. Ensure you maximise natural daylight in your home working environment – it’s good for your well-being says Crittall Windows…  The small... View Article

30% More Coverage with New Powercoat Paint Roller

Painting and decorating expert Harris has launched the Ultimate Powercoat Roller Frame and Sleeve and as the name suggests, not only will it give you a great finish, but it will give you 30% more paint coverage than the standard... View Article

Custom-build homes get a shot in the arm

SME developers of custom-built homes on multi-plots can now apply for exemption of the community infrastructure levy thanks to new planning guidance released this week. It also allows custom builders to cover a wider spectrum of projects, including customised housing... View Article

Love your space

They say that home is where the heart is but it’s only natural that the challenges of the last year may have put a strain on that particular relationship. Callum Tasker, commercial director from online builders’ merchant CMOStores.com looks at... View Article

Silence is golden

Environmental noise is a part of everyday life; from road traffic noise, to construction work on your doorstep, we experience different sound levels all day, every day. It’s only in recent years that the severity of the impact of continuous... View Article