The Build to Rent sector set for growth
Purpose-built Build to Rent housing is only a recent concept, with just over 51,000 dwellings completed across the UK as of Q3 2020. This equates to only around 1% of total Private Residential Sector stock.
In Q1 2020, a large number of schemes completed, driving up the volume of operating units by 42% on Q1 2019, equating to an additional 13,000…
5 Safety Features You May Want To Include In Your Construction Project
If you’re going to start a construction project in the near future, you’ll want to take a look at the options that are available for making sure that your project goes as smoothly as possible. Apart from hiring the best construction companies around, you also need to make sure that your project is safe, secure, and has…
Heriot-Watt University wins STEM Research Project of the Year
A recycled brick conceived by Heriot-Watt academics has scooped the coveted STEM Research Project of the Year at this year’s Times Higher Education (THE) awards.
The THE Awards – widely referred to as the ‘Oscars of higher education’ – are the biggest celebration in the UK HE calendar,…
Rainscreen Wall Cladding fastest-growing product in the Wall Cladding Sector
The UK wall cladding market has been affected by reduced demand from key end-use sectors since 2017, recording only modest growth of 13% in total installed area between 2015 and 2019.
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on the market with site closures in early spring 2020 leading to project delays and…
Free guide on panic hardware published for specifiersSpecifiers can now access all the information they need on compliant panic and emergency exit hardware solutions in one convenient guide.
The free guide has been published by ARRONE, the sister brand of HOPPE, to help specifiers ensure they are supplying the optimum panic or emergency exit hardware solution for their project.
The guid…
How does hi vis workwear work?
If you regularly work on-site, then you’ll understand exactly why hi vis workwear is so important. Making sure you’re visible on an incredibly busy and noisy construction site really can mean the difference between safety and life-threatening injuries.
The combination of highly fluorescent material alongside reflective tape creates the optimum…
NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE APPOINTED AT GAI
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) has appointed Simon Forrester as its new Chief Executive.
Simon’s career began in the NHS, moving into senior management roles in professional institutions and trade associations more than 25 years ago. He has held leadership roles in the healthcare, business tourism, jewellery and construction…
Why Choose Marble Worktops Over Quartz Worktops
When it comes to the kitchen worktop, it can feel like there are endless choices. When you’ve gone through your own wants and needs, it can often come down to two simple options and quite often, we find people discussing the pros and cons of marble and quartz. Which one would be the best option? Today we’re looking at the benefits…
Benefits Of Stone Worktops
When it comes to kitchen worktops, stone is fast becoming one of the most popular materials out there. More and more people around the world are now abandoning the more traditional materials such as wood and laminate in favour of natural stone. Whether you’re looking for a completely raw natural stone such as marble or granite, or a more manufactured stone suc…
What are the requirements for a Loft Conversion?
Considering a loft conversion? Then it’s a good idea to find out every aspect of this type of home renovation, including the requirements needed to ensure you’re eligible for one in the first place.
Before you go full steam ahead, investing money into a loft conversion, it’s always a good idea to see if not only whether…