Solarlux – Avoiding overheating when using large glazing

How to prevent overheating in glass extensions: Expert tips from Solarlux UK From glass canopies and verandas to wintergardens, bifolding doors and curtain walling, glazed extensions are widely used in UK architecture. Glazed extensions bring many functional and aesthetic advantages... View Article

NSBRC: The Winter Show of 2026 is here!

Bookings Now Open! The National Self Build & Renovation Show 2026 Book your FREE tickets for our Winter Show! Friday 31st January – Sunday 2nd February Now that 2026 is just around the corner, many of us are turning our... View Article

Introducing Stovax & Gazco

Stovax & Gazco are leading innovators in premium stoves and fires, combining exceptional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. With over four decades of expertise, they offer an extensive range of woodburning, multi-fuel, gas, and electric solutions designed to elevate any living... View Article

Case Study Inspiration: South Barn, Isle of Wight

Turning an agricultural building into a calm, modern home is a balancing act: keep the character, upgrade the comfort, and avoid overcomplicating the details. South Barn is a great example. Architect Je Ahn (Studio Weave) took a “light-touch” approach to... View Article

West Fraser helps housebuilders meet net zero targets

West Fraser has always been committed to being at the environmental forefront within its industry. The company promotes the benefits of sustainable forestry, with young, fast-growing trees being the lungs of Earth, breathing in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen during the day to help... View Article

Setcrete Latex helps with kitchen prep

Setcrete Latex self-smoothing floor levelling compound has been used to create a smooth and level surface to optimise the appearance of a Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) installation in a kitchen/dining area refurbishment at a residential property in Chesterfield. The concrete... View Article

Ecological Building Systems strengthens technical team

Ecological Building Systems has appointed George Mikurcik as Technical Specification Architect, reflecting the company’s commitment to advancing innovative straw wall panel solutions in the UK through its close collaboration with EcoCocon.  The new role follows Ecological Building Systems’ recent exclusive... View Article

Oak Herringbone flooring – a much-loved classic

Junckers has updated one of its best-selling floors – the new solid Oak Herringbone staves can be installed not just in a single herringbone pattern but also in ladder, square basket, English or four-strip herringbone patterns. As it is made... View Article