The Building Envelope

Metrotile lightweight roofing: the alternative to traditional materials

 

For a number of years now, we have used the line ‘The Roof Tile Has Evolved’ in our advertising and branding. Metrotile isn’t just an…

Tackle rising fuel bills and deliver on sustainability with Solar PV

 

The impending introduction of Part L of the Building Regulations is the latest step on the journey to generate more low carbon and energy…

All in all, it’s not just another brick in the wall

 

How shielding insulation with Stormdry Masonry Cream can help save energy       …

What do landlords need to consider with changing building regulations?

 


As social housing landlords grapple with decarbonisation, the need to invest in the right renewable technology is vital. Big…

James Hardie cement their position with high-performance, fire-rated products

 

Who are James Hardie?
James Hardie created fibre cement and thanks to our extensive research and development we are now on…

Integrated Solar PV Solutions: central to low carbon heating in social housing

 

The UK’s net zero strategy that includes ambitious carbon reduction targets in both the new Part L and the Future Homes Standard, as…

New high rise hub from ROCKWOOL® supports residential developments

 

New hub helps specifiers construct safe, comfortable and sustainable homes

Predictions suggest that an…

Aluminium - one of the most energy efficient and sustainable construction materials

 

 

With increasing pressure to specify building systems offering clearly defined sustainability, the use of materials that…

Research suggests changes to the homes and communities of the future

 

 

With COVID-19 changing the way that people live and work, new research from Marley has revealed what people value most…

Crest design new clay facing bricks perfect for all types of build projects

 


Despite the challenges, the construction sector faces the Crest team have been designing and producing some new brick types which have…

Siderise launches masonry passive fire protection package

 


Siderise has launched a suite of new passive fire protection products specifically engineered for masonry facades, making it easy for…