Product Articles

Are you embarking on a self-build project and looking for a way to sustainably heat your new home? A Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan Air Source Heat Pump could be the answer! “What’s an Ecodan Air Source Heat Pump?” We hear you... View Article

Snickers Workwear = Comfort = Wellbeing and Improved Performance. The 2021 LITEWork clothing range delivers great thermal comfort in warmer months with light, quick drying fabrics that will keep you cool and comfortable all day. The new range of ‘Rip... View Article

Most people have become far more aware of the value of their health during the coronavirus crisis; and there are other things that have come to the fore too. Since lockdowns and the associated restrictions on contact, people have been... View Article

Radon protection has become a hot topic for the industry. Once regarded as something only to worry about in specific regions of the UK, experience has led to a more robust approach to assessment and mitigation in recent years. The... View Article

Ollie Allen is a professional carpenter and, as such, he loves all things timber. He is never happier than when he is building – or displaying wedding rings! He has combined these two passions in his new garden room which... View Article

Getting buildings wind and watertight is a priority on any construction site so choosing a quick, easy to install, reliable and versatile roofing system is vital. High quality roof decking or pitched roof sarking is an essential component and Oriented... View Article

Spending time outdoors can be a great way to relax and unwind, but no one wants to spend more money or time on a DIY project than they planned to. Fortunately, whether you’re looking for a little evening job, something... View Article

The progressive Steel Window Association – www.steel-window-association.co.uk – has recently launched a three-tier system for the industry’s manufacturing membership and, as a further refinement to the new structure, an “associate member” package has been developed. Designed for suppliers to the steel window... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is sharing ways to help take of your lungs and protect your household from indoor air pollution during Love Your Lungs week, which takes place 21 – 27 June 2021. Indoor air pollution can affect... View Article

For over 20 years SUNFLEX UK has been renowned for the manufacturer of superior quality glazing systems, including award-winning bifold doors and sliding doors. Working with a carefully selected network of glazing distributors that cover the UK their products are... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is offering eight easy steps to help protect children from indoor air pollution on Clean Air Day on Thursday, 17th June 2021. Clean Air Day is led by environmental charity Global Action Plan and aims to... View Article

In light of the government closing its Green Homes Grant, Panasonic has announced an extension to its own Green Cashback Schemes to provide installers and homeowners with a longer period to benefit from this generous scheme. Now extended for a... View Article

Tobermore Paving & Walling Advisors help and advise customers who are looking for walling products for their outdoor space– some need walling for practical purposes and some just want it for aesthetic reasons.  If you haven’t considered walling for your... View Article

With “new” regulations governing the use of septic tanks in force, David Stagg, technical product specialist for sustainable water management authority Graf UK, talks housebuilders and developers through their options for compliance. Housebuilders and developers building properties off the mains... View Article

JACKON UK is delighted to be taking part in the upcoming Eco Workshop on Building Systems & Project Management being organised by the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon this coming Saturday. JACKON is an enthusiastic supporter of... View Article

Due to the high level of humidity generated in showers, wetrooms and bathrooms, without sufficient insulation the substrate is extremely vulnerable to mould and fungi development that can spread and cause further structural problems. To level out and/or guard the... View Article

When John Penny of JP Joinery was asked by a client to design, build and install a “wow” bespoke kitchen, the one product element he knew he would be utilising was West Fraser’s CaberWood MDF! “This was my first full, bespoke kitchen project”... View Article

British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia continues to lead the way in reliability with one of its Silhouette bathroom fans celebrating its sixteenth birthday. Installed in 2005 in a family home in Hornchurch, Essex during the refurbishment of the property’s main bathroom,... View Article

There are over 15 million ‘smart homes’ in the UK and Ireland, a figure growing year on year with no sign of slowing down. But whilst it’s easy to get blindsided by the smart tech that connects our homes with... View Article

Longer days and better weather mean that now is the perfect time to turn your attention to you home’s exterior woodwork. Time spent now properly protecting it means it will be shielded from the worst that Autumn and Winter can... View Article