April 16, 2020
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Still Being Accommodating
Abet Laminati’s exterior grade MEG high pressure laminate is still going strong on two developments of B3Living’s housing portfolio....
Tag Archives: Housing
April 1, 2020
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Modern Methods of Construction in Social Housing
Epwin Group, a leading manufacturer of PVC-U windows, doors and fascia systems, recently conducted research including a survey of UK social housing professionals, on the use of modern methods of...
April 1, 2020
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Social Housing: Why choose liquid waterproofing?
Victoria Ramwell from Kemper System explains why cold-applied liquid waterproofing can offer a durable solution for social housing projects....
March 11, 2020
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Use full system installations to reduce risk of manhole cover failure
Barry Turner, Technical Manager at leading UK designer, manufacturer and supplier of specialist ironwork products Wrekin Products, discusses the best way to ensure a high standard of installation which reduces...
March 11, 2020
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Getting windows right first time
With the need for “right first-time” installations an ever-growing priority, developers are under increasing pressure to deliver projects at maximum speed with minimal obstruction....
March 11, 2020
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New ‘Airtech Solutions’ App Provides a Solution in Your Pocket
Ventilation specialists Airtech has launched its ‘Airtech Solutions’ app to help social housing providers, landlords, installers, and households find the answer to their condensation, mould and radon problems. The app...
March 11, 2020
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Manufacturers creating a bridge to narrow current construction skills gap
Issues surrounding building competence remain an ongoing concern for the industry, writes Ben Warren, MD at global building manufacturer, Baumit....
February 17, 2020
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How the building industry can make a mark on sustainability
Now we’re in 2020; we are entering a transformational decade for building construction. Gail Cook, Global Head of Marcoms at Glen Dimplex Heating and Ventilation, predicts the key building trends...
February 17, 2020
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Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase One Report; The Housing Sector Must Act
Proactivity is the key if the sector is to ensure the safety of tenants and reputation of the industry, says Chris Proctor, CEO at Oneserve....
January 29, 2020
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Solving the Housing Crisis: More Than Just Building Homes
The UK is currently in the grip of a major housing shortage, to the tune of 3.91 million homes. It is estimated that, to address this deficit – the largest...
January 28, 2020
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Glazing for the future
Glass is one of the most practical materials used in public buildings, providing plenty of practical solutions in housing applications for the 21st century, as Scott Sinden, Managing Director of...
December 20, 2019
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Closomat ready to help meet Parliamentary recommendations on housing
A Parliamentary inquiry into decent and accessible homes(*) is highlighting the importance of utilising a universal design approach to make adaptation products appealing to all age groups....
December 19, 2019
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Magply boards carry K-Rend finish to complete exclusive Surrey housing development
An exclusive residential development in Hambledon, Surrey, is making use of 12mm Magply boards, supplied by Elliotts Builders Merchants, as the carrier for a proprietary sprayed render system, as one...
December 19, 2019
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Magply boards cover super fast steel framing system
A cutting edge residential project in Essex is making use of Magply boards for both the internal lining and exterior cladding treatment to an innovative lightweight steel framing system, demonstrating...
December 19, 2019
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Three is the magic number for new modular housing scheme
An innovative combination of three reflective, low emissivity wall construction membranes from Protect Membranes has been used to deliver the magic formula for a flagship affordable housing scheme in Swansea...
December 19, 2019
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Safeguard research shows homes at risk despite damp treatment
Homes throughout the UK may be at risk from rising damp despite being equipped with chemical damp-proof courses (DPCs), according to research from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing...
December 19, 2019
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Energy consultant selects Thermoblock for forever family home
When the founder of the Complete Energy Consultancy set about designing a brand new home for himself and his family, he identified Marmox Thermoblock as the ideal means of tackling...
December 19, 2019
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Triple role for Magply in passive build coach houses
The development of a new garden city on former MOD land at Bicester, Oxfordshire, is including a large number of homes built and certified to Passivhaus standard, with the specialist...
December 19, 2019
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Timely solution to ease ‘hidden’ housing crisis
A report by the Equality & Human Right Commissions maintains that part of Britain’s ‘hidden housing crisis’ is due to the length of time and poor workmanship in completing home...
December 19, 2019
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The future is modular
It’s no secret that the UK is suffering from a housing crisis. Modular homes are seen as the answer. Modular homes are designed to be incredibly energy-efficient – some costing...