Renaissance for tried and trusted W20 steel windows

As home renovation remains popular, and with the focus being on the acquisition and refurbishment of rural properties, this has resulted in Steel Window Association (SWA) members reporting a higher than usual demand for the replacement of the traditional W20 style windows.... View Article

Keller sponsors BKNC’s charity golf day

Keller Kitchens was proud to sponsor the recent BKNC charity golf day at Owestry Golf Club, where former Ryder Cup star and Major winner, Ian Woosnam, started his golf career. The annual golf day was in aid of Prostate Cancer UK, a charity which was chosen after a member of... View Article

Wraptite® airtightness for new self-build house

A new self-build house in County Monaghan, Ireland, has been built incorporating the high-performing Wraptite air-barrier from the A. Proctor Group. The project, designed by McGuigan Architects, Monaghan, consists of a 250m2 detached private residence developed by Mark Skinnader. The... View Article

Are open plan spaces always a good idea?

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

IronmongeryDirect expands its range with new catalogue release

Specialist retailer IronmongeryDirect has launched its latest catalogue, showcasing bestsellers from its huge range of over 18,000 products. With hundreds of new additions, it’s the ideal place for professional builders and contractors to find the perfect solution for a variety... View Article

Transform your home with broken-plan living

The Modern Footprint of a Home The way families utilise their homes has changed dramatically in the past few years. The pandemic accelerated working-from-home opportunities, which for many are now permanent. But our homes are not designed to accommodate home... View Article

Solution Fires expands luxury electric fire range

Leading fireplace manufacturer Solution Fires has significantly expanded its desirable, sophisticated electric fire range with the addition of five new models. Complementing the brand’s existing collection of highly efficient, authentic electric fires and fireplaces is the Blackthorn, a stylish electric stove designed to mimic... View Article

Set to impress in Shropshire with Schlüter-Systems

Tucked away in a beautiful town in Shropshire, overlooking the River Severn, sits a newly built three story residential property. The home consists of several impressive features, including a cinema room, the open plan kitchen with its feature island which... View Article

Prevent costly water damage by tanking

Since 2018 it has been a requirement under British Standards BS5385-Part 1 that all wet areas – domestic and commercial – should be protected with an adequate tanking membrane prior to tiling. A tanking system (waterproof coating) – such as... View Article

Choosing windows for sustainable homes

Low energy bills, more daylight, impressive insulation balanced by effective ventilation – when it comes to eco-friendly selfbuilding, choosing the right window system can make all the difference to comfort and performance. Which is why VELFAC windows and doors are... View Article

The height of luxury with Keller’s Marbling Moods kitchen

Classic styles are still very much on trend, and Keller‘s all-new Marbling Moods (pictured) kitchen is a clear sign that this admiration is unlikely to disappear soon. This kitchen maintains modern utility, form, and function alongside its retro design. The suspended cabinets are easy to access... View Article

Plumbing jobs flow faster by buying online

Waiting for spare parts or sourcing the right tools are two of the biggest causes of jobs being delayed – and customer complaints. That’s why online builders merchant Building Superstore is helping to plug this gap by adding over 24,000... View Article