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The Ancient Party Barn

The Design eschews the language of the typical barn conversion, instead making the buildings into an atmospheric getaway.

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Teeside Uni

The campus orion building has been transformed into a ÂŁ6 million, three-storey centre.

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Country House Renovation

The project site involves and old country house, in the immediate neighborhood of Lucca and most recent farmhand’s cottage.

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Issue 20 2016

Features

Products & Services

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The Ancient Party Barn The Design eschews the language of the typical barn conversion, instead making the cluster of historic agricultural buildings into an atmospheric getaway for relaxing and gathering.

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Barratt Homes This is the third phase of construction work at the develpoment at Little Field, and given the popularity of the first two phases, Barratt Homes is expecting the new properties to sell quickly.

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Holt Construction When brothers Rob and James Holt founded Holt Construction back in 2001, they set out to create a service that offered clients the complete package when it came to bespoke building solutions.

20 - 21

House M The rectangular site stretches 1-5 m along the road in the west and extends 40 m to the east.

7-19 22-25 28 29-33 37-38 39 40 41-47 49-58 60-65 68-71 72-73 74-77 79 82

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Teeside Uni The Middlesbrough Campus’ Orion building has been transformed into a £6 million, three storey, glass fronted centre for state-of-the-art science and engineering studies.

34 - 36

Housing Estate Renovation The new timber-clad facades feature largewindows, filling the homes with light and a pleasant outlook.

44 - 45

Clerkenwell The seventh edition of Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) promises to be the best and most ambitious yet, as new locations, brand and installations join this vibrant festival in one of London’s most creative quarters.

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Steel Window Association A design brief that required the maximum amount of daylight to enter a four-bedroom flat within the ground floor and newly-created basement of a terraced property in Chelsea.

54 - 55

Kebony Villa Circuitus sets a new precedent for high quality sustainable design.

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Country House Renovation The project site involves and old country house, built in 1887 in the immediate neighborhood of Lucca and most recent farmhand’s cottage.

66 - 67

Vision Vision London returns with over 120 speakers in its second year.

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UK Construction Week Organised by Media 10, UK Construction Week is back following its successful launch in 2015.

80 - 81

H67 Habitat 67, an iconic architectural landmark not only in North America but also across the world, marked a beginning.

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Kebony Pages 54 - 55

Barratt Homes Page 16

H67 Pages 80 - 81

House M Pages 20 - 21

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The Ancient Party Barn Pages 04 - 06

Steel Window Association Pages 80 - 81

FEATURE

MODERN HOMES

THE ANCIENT PARTY BARN 4

MODERN HOMES

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The design eschews the language of the typical barn conversion, instead making the cluster of historic agricultural buildings into an atmospheric getaway for relaxing and gathering.

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ur clients, a fashion designer & a digital designer, are avid collectors of reclaimed architectural artefacts. Together with the existing fabric of the barn, their discoveries form the material palette. The result – part curation, part restoration – is a unique interpretation of the 18th Century threshing barn, a building type that often engenders a uniformity of approach when converted.

Rather than demand specific spaces or programmes, their brief focused on materiality and atmosphere, and on creative reuse of the existing volumes.

Our task was to combine the quality of the surviving barn fragments with the texture and tone of their found materials.

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the 18th Century threshing barn, dairy and stables are a prominent feature from the North Downs

Way. To maintain the barn’s brooding presence - and to provide security and a sense of protection from rolling Channel mists - the barn is usually kept in a closed state. However, industrial-scale kinetic mechanisms create openings that address key views into the countryside.

doors, and protect a vast rotating window operated by an adapted chain-lift. To the East front, an American aircraft-hangar door allows the

Massive, insulated shutters recall the original barn

ARCHITECTS LIDDICOAT & GOLDHILL LOCATION FOLKESTONE, KENT, UK ARCHITECTS IN CHARGE DAVID LIDDICOAT, LIDDICOAT & GOLDHILL AREA 213.0 SQM

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exterior to concertina upwards, creating a canopy over the dining terrace and revealing ribbon glazing within. A single r i ht r nnin the en th the main roof’s ridge provides steady ambient light to the living spaces.

The original green oak framing was in a state of near-collapse at the start of the project: it was carefully disassembled and removed from site for repair by the Green Oak Company, specialists in traditional handcarpentry techniques. While the smaller stable range remains timber-framed, the main barn frame and cladding is largely cosmetic – the oak is supported by a steel exoskeleton clad in a super-insulated industrial SIP system.

staircase and an pen firep ace This hybrid device interrupts the regularity of the threebayed barn and delineates the di erent pr rammes ithin The prevalence of recycled and found materials belie hightech solutions to the building’s operational requirements. A ground-source heat pump harvests warmth from the paddock soil to provide heating & hot water. Reclaimed light fittin s ere adapted t se long-life, low-energy LED lamps. Integration of heat, light and security systems allow Sinclair (who travels frequently between his studios in London, New York and Malmo) to manage the building and work remotely - the barn is part of the nascent Internet of Things.

This structural approach allowed for rapid completion of the building envelope and incorporation of the huge opening mechanisms.

One of the central spatial challenges was insertion of a mezzanine (for sleeping and bathing) into the main volume.

A tapering brick chimney supports the corner of the mezzanine, and incorporates a cantilevered, waxed steel

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glassworks renovation

insurance warranties for a £3.25 million luxury residential renovation of a historic former glassworks.

The structural defects insurance specialist was selected

by J G Woodcock to advise on the restoration of one of the country’s largest glass manufacturing sites, The Royal Brierley Glassworks in Dudley, West Midlands, which dates back to 1776.

The heritage site has now been transformed into an award-winning residential development of 10 two and three-bed houses and 17 one and two-bed apartments and houses, which have all been sold.

When The Royal Brierley Glassworks scheme completed in October 2015, the 10-year structural defects insurance cover took effect and was passed on to the tenants or owners of the houses.

Structural defects insurance

It assisted the family business in seeing through their father’s vision of creating luxury homes for families in the community, while sensitively restoring this historic building.

CRL were appointed midway through the scheme following the passing of entrepreneur and property developer John Woodcock in 2014, who was head of family business J G Woodcock.

The Royal Brierley Glassworks in Dudley, awarded Royal Charter in the early 1900s, was bought by J G Woodcock in 2006 and had been in a state of ruin for more than 10 years.

J G Woodcock Contracts Manager John Turner said CRL was appointed to put retrospective structural defects insurance in place and protect the properties by arranging a

CRL – partner of choice John Turner said: “CRL took all our requirements on board and worked with the local authority to supply a warranty that suited our individual circumstances.

“We needed a project partner to assist and support us on the scheme.

“CRL was that partner, they formed a relationship with us and made the process easy as opposed to creating more red tape and resistance.

“There was a lot of emotion involved in this project for our family and they were sensitive to the circumstances as well as the unusual stage of construction to be instructed.”

The historical site brought numerous issues for the developer, which included maintaining the conservation of the building and making modern bespoke handmade metal framed double glazed windows to match the originals.

The listed chimney on the site needed work, as well as to national heritage requirements and retained the period features.

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Under normal residential development circumstances, builders and contractors apply for structural warranties ahead of planning being submitted, or at least prior to the foundations being laid.

This is so structural defects insurance providers can assist on plans and inspect the development throughout construction. arranging the policy retrospectively allowed plans for The Royal Brierley Glassworks to progress with the assurance of a warranty for the potential purchasing residents.

“The conversion of the existing heritage building meant John and his team had a lot of restrictions placed on the build, we were able to take these into

site and the quality and workmanship is incredible and a credit to John and his team.”

The appointment of CR CRL came following a recommendation from JHAI Building Control.

Cementing a strong working relationship, CR CRL L is arranging structural defects insurance for three further J G Woodcock projects, including a £2.7m barn pound new build home in Telford.

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He added: “CRL “CRL has been brilliant, a valuable partner on this project and several further schemes of ours. The level of customer service we have received from CRL CR has been phenomenal.

“We e would recommend CRL to any residential developer or local builder that standards and cover. cove “They removed the headache and complexity of the warranty process by managing it all for me. This enabled us, the develope developer, to complete our tasks on time and to budget, we would not be without CRL.”

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Lindapter CE Marked Hollo-Bolts Specified For Central Square, Leeds

The multi-million U-shaped building is structured around a large fully glazed winter garden with a modern exposed steel design. The atrium framework is secured with Lindapter’s CE Marked Hollo-Bolts which connect structural hollow section back to circular hollow section to form five bowstring trusses.

The 27m-tall trusses support a large balcony on level 8 and allow all floors to benefit from natural daylight.

Lindapter’s countersunk M16 HolloBolt was chosen to secure the beams and splice connections because of their high

clamping force, independent product approvals and discrete architectural finish. The simple installation required access from one side only and did not require drilling or welding, helping the contractors to complete the project on time.

In addition to the atrium structure, Lindapter composite decking fixings were used for suspending building services throughout the entire 12 storey office building, including the first two floors which are dedicated to retail, leisure and health and fitness.

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As a British pioneer with over 80 years’ experience in designing and manufacturing steel-to-steel connections, Lindapter has an extensive range of independent product approvals. Although Lindapter invented the first blind fastener in 1948, the range has developed significantly and today the Hollo-Bolt is available in various architectural head types, lengths and finishes.

To discover the significance of the high clamping force, watch the video at www.lindapter.com

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A High Slip Resistance (HSR) steel clamping system for frictional applications and high tensile loading. Like most Lindapter products, it does not require drilling or welding, resulting in a faster installation and lower labour costs.

The original expansion bolt for steelwork is a fast, cost-effective connection for Structural Hollow Section (SHS) that is quickly installed by inserting the Hollo-Bolt into a pre-drilled hole and tightening with a torque wrench.

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Lindapter products provide a faster, cost-effective alternative to on-site drilling or welding and are designed to reduce installation time and labour costs. A high strength, permanent (or temporary) connection is quickly achieved by clamping two steel sections together.

Hooks over the flanges of beams, angles and channels to connect steel sections that do not face, such as connecting horizontal beams with vertical columns.

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Lindapter clamps are manufactured from high strength materials to resist high load requirements and harsh environments.

Lindapter has earned a reputation synonymous with safety and reliability, gaining multiple independent approvals.

Further details can be found on page 74.

Location plate / end plate details can be found on page 17.

Adjustable

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Quickly align steel sections by sliding the section into the correct position before tightening the Girder Clamp to complete the installation.

Lindapter’s experienced Engineers can design a bespoke connection based on your specific requirements free of charge. See page 75 for more details.

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Safe Working Loads

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2) Shot blast and painted steelwork.

3) Also applies to Type B (page 9), Type LR (page 18), Type D2 (page 19) and Type BR (page 31).

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DECKING FIXINGS

Turn to page 6 to see the components of a Girder Clamp in more detail.

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CF16

CF20

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CF combinations with other Lindapter clamps

FLOOR FIXINGS

Clamping two steel sections together avoids time-consuming welding or conventional drilling and bolting.

Material: SG iron to EN 1563, hot dip galvanised to EN ISO 1461.

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More product information can be found in the new Lindapter catalogue, out now!

Visit www.Lindapter.com for your copy.

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Editor’s Choice

Pencil Bin Gets Top Of The Class For Recycling

Leafield Environmental is launching a new, pencil shaped novelty bin for the school environment. The brightly coloured pencil range have been introduced in response to customer demand, specifically for children aged 3-8 years to encourage recycling.

Ideal for both indoors and outside, and manufactured in durable polyethylene for a long and useful life, each pencil bin has a 70 litre plastic liner inside to assist easy and clean emptying and disposal. Optional extras include: WRAP compliant recycling label, a lock, steel liner and ground fixing kit.

The range is priced from £153.00.

Email: comms@leafield-environmental.com Web: www.leafieldrecycle.com Tel: 01225 816541

Colsec Ltd Colsec Ltd are specialists in Temperature Controlled Environments and are one of the leading coldroom suppliers within the UK, having over 40 years’ experience.

We have our own dedicated installation teams, service and maintenance department, and online spares shop.

No project is too big or too small. Colsec can work around your requirements, no matter how bespoke.

Our clients include butchers, bakeries, pubs & restaurants, fisheries, hospitals, laboratories, supermarkets, florists, funeral homes, to name a few.

COLDROOMS • COLDSTORES • MORTUARY ROOMS • CLEANROOMS • PREPARATION ROOMS For further information on Colsec Ltd. Tel: 01905 795 070 E: sales@colsec.co.uk or visit – www.colsec.co.uk

Kew Green Hotels Realises Creative Vision For Ibis Styles Brand With DI-NOC Architectural Finishes By 3M

Innovatively crafted, decorative surface finishes from 3M have been selected to refurbish a curved main reception desk at the ibis Styles Crewe hotel. Luxury wood tones transform the ordinary desk into a sleek and aesthetically pleasing feature in keeping with the “vintage travel” theme of the refurbishment. DI-NOC Architectural Finishes by 3M were recommended by Voodoo DesignWorks for their high-quality authentic appearance, reliable adhesion, and hard-wearing durability. This, combined with the fast and easy installation, enabled the team to achieve the high-quality results required within the tight project timeframe and at a fraction of the cost of replacement.

For further information visit: www.3M.co.uk/innovativefinishes

Thermal bridging calculator available LARGE online LONDON HOSPICE

RELIES ON Complex thermal technology criteria calculated in five easy steps In respect of the overall energy efficiency of new buildings, the Approved Document Part L1A and L2A and further BS regulations are becoming more and more stringent in terms of thermal requirements. As a result, thermal bridges are becoming an increasingly sensitive area. To meet the specific needs of architects and energy assessors, Schöck Ltd has launched a free internet-based system for real-time calculation of various complex thermal technology criteria at www.psi.schoeck.co.uk. The calculator enables planners to produce substantiated thermal bridge analysis in just five easy steps and It can be printed it out immediately.

ARMSTRONG LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT Because the simulation program developed in collaboration St Joseph’s Hospice has been

with Syscon Informatik and Sommer Informatik is on the same site in Hackney since internet-based, is no 1905, growing overthere the years intoneed for software updates and downloads. always work with the latest version. The a substantialUsers modern hospice program oncare, anyeducation end appliance, irrespective of the includingruns palliative and research.

It provides services operati ng system. for people with life limiting and illness livingof it the of Schöck ‘Thermal Bridging Guide’ Forterminal your free copy theCity new London the Boroughs of and/or theand comprehensive 236 page ‘Technical Guide’ contact Hackney, Tower Hamlets and the company on: 01865 290 890 go to www.schoeck.co.uk; or Newham, and in neighbouring email: design@schoeck.co.uk areas.With 42 in-patient beds the hospice generates a considerable amount of laundry, and for many years now the hospice has had a relationship with Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems to supply and maintain washers and dryers. The large laundry room includes two recently purchased Primus Amazon steam heated 18kg washer extractors, a larger Primus high-spin speed 40kg washer, two small washers that are used for patients’ personal laundry and three Huebsch tumble dryers which are still going strong at 12 years old.

Paul Freeman, facilities supervisor at the hospice, told us that the relationship with Armstrong was excellent. “The equipment is robust and reliable – even after many years of service”, he told us. “If we do have a problem with a machine the engineers come out within 24 hours to get it up and running again, and there’s always good advice when we need to expand or replace a machine”. The machines are operated by dedicated laundry staff and are all in operation seven days a week.

Based on the construction details, the new thermal bridge calculator computes two-dimensional heat flows, isothermals, temperature factors, surface temperatures and psi values (ψ values). The calculation results provide architects, structural engineers and building physicists with all the information needed to produce a detailed thermal bridge analysis. The results log contains all relevant properties and notes relating to the building structure.

It does for example reveal whether the building structure is at risk and whether mould and condensation prevention has been adequately considered. If all minimum requirements are met, planners are automatically provided with proof of compliance with the minimum thermal insulation requirements of Approved Document Part L1A, L2A, BS EN 6946 and BS 5250.

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Editor’s Choice

Pencil Bin Gets Top Of The Class For Recycling

Leafield Environmental is launching a new, pencil shaped novelty bin for the school environment. The brightly coloured pencil range have been introduced in response to customer demand, specifically for children aged 3-8 years to encourage recycling.

Ideal for both indoors and outside, and manufactured in durable polyethylene for a long and useful life, each pencil bin has a 70 litre plastic liner inside to assist easy and clean emptying and disposal. Optional extras include: WRAP compliant recycling label, a lock, steel liner and ground fixing kit.

The range is priced from £153.00.

Email: comms@leafield-environmental.com Web: www.leafieldrecycle.com Tel: 01225 816541

Colsec Ltd Colsec Ltd are specialists in Temperature Controlled Environments and are one of the leading coldroom suppliers within the UK, having over 40 years’ experience.

We have our own dedicated installation teams, service and maintenance department, and online spares shop.

No project is too big or too small. Colsec can work around your requirements, no matter how bespoke.

Our clients include butchers, bakeries, pubs & restaurants, fisheries, hospitals, laboratories, supermarkets, florists, funeral homes, to name a few.

COLDROOMS • COLDSTORES • MORTUARY ROOMS • CLEANROOMS • PREPARATION ROOMS For further information on Colsec Ltd. Tel: 01905 795 070 E: sales@colsec.co.uk or visit – www.colsec.co.uk

Kew Green Hotels Realises Creative Vision For Ibis Styles Brand With DI-NOC Architectural Finishes By 3M

Innovatively crafted, decorative surface finishes from 3M have been selected to refurbish a curved main reception desk at the ibis Styles Crewe hotel. Luxury wood tones transform the ordinary desk into a sleek and aesthetically pleasing feature in keeping with the “vintage travel” theme of the refurbishment. DI-NOC Architectural Finishes by 3M were recommended by Voodoo DesignWorks for their high-quality authentic appearance, reliable adhesion, and hard-wearing durability. This, combined with the fast and easy installation, enabled the team to achieve the high-quality results required within the tight project timeframe and at a fraction of the cost of replacement.

For further information visit: www.3M.co.uk/innovativefinishes

LARGE LONDON HOSPICE RELIES ON ARMSTRONG LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT St Joseph’s Hospice has been on the same site in Hackney since 1905, growing over the years into a substantial modern hospice including palliative care, education and research. It provides services for people with life limiting and terminal illness living it the City of London and the Boroughs of Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham, and in neighbouring areas.With 42 in-patient beds the hospice generates a considerable amount of laundry, and for many years now the hospice has had a relationship with Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems to supply and maintain washers and dryers. The large laundry room includes two recently purchased Primus Amazon steam heated 18kg washer extractors, a larger Primus high-spin speed 40kg washer, two small washers that are used for patients’ personal laundry and three Huebsch tumble dryers which are still going strong at 12 years old.

Paul Freeman, facilities supervisor at the hospice, told us that the relationship with Armstrong was excellent. “The equipment is robust and reliable – even after many years of service”, he told us. “If we do have a problem with a machine the engineers come out within 24 hours to get it up and running again, and there’s always good advice when we need to expand or replace a machine”. The machines are operated by dedicated laundry staff and are all in operation seven days a week.

For further information contact Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems, Ampere Road, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2AE Tel: 01635 263410 E: sales@armstronglaundry.com Website: www.armstronglaundry.com 14

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LAUNCH OF NEW POLARIS COLLECTION Abet Ltd is delighted to announce the arrival of Polaris, a new collection launched in the UK at the Architect@Work Show in London’s Olympia.

Polaris is a revolutionary new product with a smooth and velvety touch which is highly resistant to shock, scratches, heat and fingerprints as well as being anti-bacterial.

The curious combination of durability and texture stemming from Abet Laminati’s stylistic and technical research gives Polaris a futuristic appeal. It leads the category of latest generation products by the company, serving as a sophisticated and durable reference point for inquisitive designers who seek unusual results.

Polaris is the ideal choice for ultra-contemporary projects, delighting the senses with a pleasant and unique effect. The Collection is available in 10 tones from black, passing through soft muted and subtle colours to white.

It is offered in two sheet sizes – 3050 x 1300mm and 4200 x 1300mm in thicknesses from 0.9mm through to 1.2mm and a compact grade 10mm and 12mm with a phenolic, black or coloured core.

Samples and technical literature are available from Abet Ltd's sample line on: tel: 020 7473 6915 or visit www.abetuk.com.

M&M’S UNILOG PRO AT LEADING EDGE OF LANDSCAPE TIMBERS

Regarded as the UKs No. 1 Landscaping Timber range, Unilog Pro from M&M Timber has long been synonymous with versatility and longevity and has set the standard by which others follow. Treated to BS 8417 for Use Class 4, 'Unilog Pro15' offers a genuine 15 years’ service life in permanent ground contact conditions and 'Unilog Pro 30' as it name suggests, offers impressive 30 year service life.

Available in a range of sizes and options to suit a wide variety of uses, Unilog Pro's carefully selected timbers are all kiln dried and pressure treated using the latest Tanalith E preservative technology.

Unilog Pro timbers have been specified for some of the most prestigious and adventurous landscaping projects undertaken in the UK. Perfect for a wide range of landscaping applications such as earth retaining walls, raised flower beds, perimeter and garden fencing in a variety of venues including theme and leisure parks. Unilog Pro is also widely used in the construction of children’s playground and amenity areas.

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A brand new phase of homes has been released for sale at Barratt Homes’ popular Marston Park development in Marston Moretaine.

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voloreic to que This is the third phase of construction work at the development at Little Field, and i en the p p arit the first two phases, Barratt Homes is expecting the new properties to sell quickly.

The phase includes a collection st nnin r and fi e bedroom homes ideal for families, and will continue to add to the expanding community at Marston Park.

Alison Raine, Sales Director at Barratt Homes Northampton, said: “We’re pleased to say that homes in the third phase have now been released for sale later at our Marston Park development.

friendly village of Marston Moretaine. The area is surrounded by breath-taking countryside and local village pleasures for eating, drinking and exploring.

The stylish development is located in the catchment area for sought-after schools making it an excellent choice for families, as well as having good transport links nearby including the A421, the M1 and a number of train stations giving access to central London.

Alison continued: “Marston Park really is a development for everyone. Its rural surroundings

mes in the first t phases of this stunning development proved extremely popular and sold out quickly, so we would urge anyone interested in buying a home here to act quickly to avoid disappointment in securing their perfect home.”

Marston Park is a welcoming development in the family-

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allow residents to escape the hustle and bustle, whilst the excellent road and rail links mean city life is only a short distance away.”

The sales centre and show homes at Marston Park are open between 12.30pm and 5.30pm on Mondays and from 10am to 5.30pm Tuesday to Sunday.

Alternatively, further information about Barratt Homes developments in Bedfordshire is available at www.barratthomes.co.uk or by calling 01604 419261.

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Enjoy the convenience and privacy of a gym in your own home Technogym, the Wellness Company, invites you to view its range of home fitness equipment at the beautifully equipped, brand new showroom in Bracknell, Berkshire.

Health and Wellness are important, but time pressures and busy lives often mean our good intentions to move more and be active are overlooked.

Technogym works with you to design and create the perfect Wellness area, tailored to your home, space, budget and – most importantly – you and your family’s health goals.

To book your visit, please call a Technogym Wellness consultant on 0800 316 2496 or email uk_info@technogym.com Or visit us online at www.technogym.com

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Improve, Not Move: Introducing Holt Construction

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s me nd n s m st pr minent pr pert h tsp ts inc din e c nnected addin t n and aspirati na ensin t n rrent pr ects inc de a c ntemp rar r nd r e tensi n and refurbishment to a family home in eathfie d ardens in ands rth as e as a m dern ter s in e tensi n to a Victorian family home in Dulwich i a e n additi n t c nstr cti n ser ices t s r in de e pment arm a s imp ement r residentia pr ects s ch as i e R ad a st nnin si edr m ami h me in th est nd n hich epit mises c ntemp rar ami i in This family run business now c mprises a permanent team s i ed tradesmen site mana ers and pr ect mana ers as e as a ac ce s pp rt team

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in r ard er the ne t t e e m nths t ha e a di erse ran e inspirin pr ects in the pipe ine nder and int mana in director Rob Holt, comments: “This m nth e re in r ard t the c mp eti n a s mpathetic interna re r ishment in i h ate i a e near ampstead e e imp emented a ran e esp e fittin s and finishes inc din an architect ra desi ned a and stee staircase s the finished artic e is set t e rea specia e eas t a ran e pr ects nearin c mp eti n inc din a t ta m dernisati n a ar e ami h me in a de ra e ar in ic enham e re e m e t r n s methin a itt e di erent a penth se apartment n an e c si e s are st north of Hyde Park.

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WELL FIXED FOR FASTENINGS

Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has released an all new ‘Nails and Screws’ brochure for Spring 2016.

Featuring a host of new products, the Nails and Screws edition consists of four sections: structural screws, corrosion resistant fastenings, Quik Drive collated screw systems and fastenings for use with construction connectors.

As the range has been fully tested and CE marked, the brochure also includes mechanical properties as well as loading and performance information.

Simpson Strong-Tie Sales Director, Jon Head explains: “We’ve significantly boosted our nails and screws portfolio to provide for just about every building application from steel frame construction to drywall installation. Our Nails and Screws brochure is packed with solutions to make life easier for building designers and installers alike – whether they work with timber, steel or concrete”.

The brochure is available on request from Simpson Strong-Tie and can also be downloaded from their website at www.strongtie.co.uk.

Edrich has been in business for nearly 40 years, over which time we've maintained just about every type of private and public sector building you can think of.

Edrich are building and maintenance specialists with a highly experienced team, holding client satisfaction at the heart of our business. Our primary business is providing regular handyman and decorating services to serviced office buildings in and around London, although we’re able to do anything from carpet cleaning to bathroom fit-outs! At present, we carry out works at centres in over 50 prestigious buildings, including St Mary's Axe, Tower 42, the Lloyds building and many more. We have been working with our principal client for over ten years, highlighting our excellent track record, versatility and competitive pricing.

If you would like more information or to discuss your requirements, please do not hesitate to email bryony@edrich.co.uk or call us on - 020 8502 244 19

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he rectangular site stretches 15 m along the road in the west and extends 40 m to the east. The building is integrated into the existing context of urban villas by its street view as wooden faรงade.

With their living experiences on three continents, the clients emphasized the need for three main ideas for their home.

To optimize the natural light and air conditions, the building

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is orientated to the south and pushed to the northern site ine he r p ate collects as much sunlight and sun energy as possible in winter and is protected by an e ecti e re s stem in summer. The centre of the house is the kitchen, which connects the dining area with a id t the pper rs hich contain the children rooms on the sec nd r and the i in and est areas n first r The separation of entrances between the main and the back

d r the p eas re ta in shoes when coming home, the half sunken dining area as the location for family reunion, the arden r ath er in the garden with a cherry tree, and the courtyard porch of larch wood partly covered by the recess of the house mingle here with the German concept and technique of a highly ener e cient and s staina e building.

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Bathrooms, Washrooms & Kitchens

LINDFIELD

JIS Europe has launched a new offering within its Sussex Range of 100% Stainless Steel towel rails. The Lindfield adds to the existing family of the Cinder, Rusper and Pevensey. The main features of this range : the larger than normal bar spacing. With this spacing comes further practicability. Favoured in new builds where the heat source is secondary the added space becomes invaluable.

Available in electric only, dual fuel and central heating only format, the rail measures 1275mm x 520mm with a BTU rating of 1726 and is offered in either satin or a highly polished stainless steel surface.

The Lindfield has a recommended retail price of just £294 + VAT. Please visit www.sussexrange.co.uk for further information or contact our friendly staff on 01444 831200

BLANCO’s SUPER-CLEVER INDUCTION HOBS MAKE COOKING A BREEZE BLANCO’s stunning new induction hobs have been developed to offer a clever, quick, cost-effective and energy-saving way of cooking. Built to the same high standards as BLANCO’s sinks, hoods and taps, the induction hobs provide a highly energy-efficient and super safe method of cooking.

One of the top models is the stylish, 780 x 520mm, BLANCO BH467830. With four cooking zones and fourteen different heat levels, it provides a variety of heat intensities so different dishes can be prepared at the same time. Three “keep-warm” levels - 41, 70 and 94 degrees Celsius allow for melting chocolate, warming soup and simmering water, for example – all at the same time.

Another clever plus point is the innovative automatic pan recognition feature (illustrated) which ensures that the only part of the hob which heats up is the part with the pot on top!

For further information on BLANCO UK, please call 01923 635 200 or visit www.blanco.co.uk

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IN/OUT OPENING OF THE DOOR

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DOOR AND INLINE PANEL INTRODUCING OUR NEW OPEN IN AND OUT SHOWER ENCLOSURE WITH SELF CLOSING RISE AND FALL HINGES. ANTI-BACTERIAL & ANTI-SCALE TREATMENT SUPPLIED BOTH TO GLASS AND FRAMES AS STANDARD

www.novellini.co.uk info-uk@novellini.com

Novellini UK offers a full range of shower products including bespoke shower enclosures, wetrooms, steam rooms and much more, why not visit our website for more details.

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Lithofin Has Stone and Tile Surfaces Covered

Lithofin MN Stain-Stop is an impregnator for natural and engineered stone. Largely preventing penetration of oil and water and makes further maintenance easier, it is excellent for kitchen and bathroom areas.

For fully vitrified porcelain and other ceramic tiles, Lithofin KF Protective Impregnator effectively protects tiles and grout from water, oil and dirt.

For daily cleaning of natural stone, Lithofin MN Wash & Clean cleans, enhances and maintains the surface in one action.

Lithofin KF Conditioning Cleaner is for daily maintenance of ceramic/porcelain tiled floors.

Daily cleaning of natural stone kitchen worktops, bathroom surfaces and wall tiles using Lithofin MN Easy-Clean will clean and enhance the stone’s appearance.

Always test product first on an unlaid tile or inconspicuous place.

Full product information www.casdron.co.uk Technical Helpline 01962 732126

Flomate iBoost

The Ultimate Solution To Low Water Pressure & Flow

Stuart Turner’s successful range of flomate mains boost pumps has been further extended with the introduction of the new flomate iBoost flomate iBoost has been developed for larger domestic properties which have significant water pressure and flow demands. This new fully integrated package combines a 200 litre cold water break tank which overcomes restricted mains water flow and a high performance multi-stage pump to dramatically boost pressure. The flomate iBoost is capable of delivering water at pressures up to 4.5 bar and peak flow rates in excess of 100 litres per minute. In normal use, the system will deliver 60 litres per minute at 3 bar which is adequate for four showers each delivering a more than satisfactory 15 litres per minute.

Designed for use in conjunction with the latest high-flow combination boilers and pressurised hot water cylinder systems, the iBoost features a high gloss white front panel and won’t look out of place if standing amongst other appliances in a kitchen, utility room or garage.

For further details Tel: 01491 572655 or visit: www.stuart-turner.co.uk

Hansgrohe Introduces New Mixer Range Talis Select

Hansgrohe extends its popular Select technology to the wash basin with its new mixer range Talis Select. The flow of water is turned on and off by pressing the Select button instead of using a conventional lever.

Hansgrohe’s Talis Select technology is purely mechanical and works by means of an especially developed cartridge. It controls the water temperature and turns the flow of water on and off by turning the valve. This added convenience requires no electricity or other devices in the base cabinet.

The new mixer joins the existing portfolio of Hansgrohe Select showers and thermostatic controls to offer the complete Select bathroom.

For stockists contact Hansgrohe.

Tel. 01372 465655 email. enquiries@hansgrohe.co.uk www.hansgrohe.co.uk

SHOWER SOLUTIONS FOR PROFESSIONALS Aqata, the UK design and engineering led producer of premium shower enclosures and screens has been successfully delivering comprehensive shower solutions since 1986.

With three unique shower enclosure collections reflecting both contemporary and traditional styles, practical and innovative design solutions are available to suit every build. As projects often have different design, space and budgetary constraints that require a unique solution, Aqata’s comprehensive Made 2 Measure service is available across all three extensive shower enclosure ranges. This allows the freedom to create bespoke and personalised designs to suit the most exacting requirements.

Working with the highest quality materials, clear toughened glass and high quality polished chrome profiles, hinges and handles combined with innovative concealed engineering, Aqata ensure a luxury seamless finish on all shower screens and enclosures.

Every shower enclosure and screen is supplied with ClearShield ECO-GLASS™ protection as standard to help keep the shower looking newer for longer. For complete peace of mind, all models are delivered with a life-time guarantee.

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Bathrooms & Washrooms THOMAS DUDLEY OFFERS COMPLETE SOLUTIONS FOR WASHROOMS Thomas Dudley Ltd offers a range of concealed solutions that are ideal for both domestic bathrooms and commercial washrooms.

The UK based manufacturer’s extensive portfolio of water-saving products under the Dudley brand include Vantage and Miniflo concealed cisterns that offer 6/4, 5/3 or 4/2.6 litre dualflush to maximise water efficiency. Both products are approved by the European Water Thomas Dudley’s Vantage concealed cistern Label Scheme.

Dudley’s Vantage is a high quality cistern, designed specifically for use in bathroom furniture. It comes with WRAS approved Dudley Niagara flushing valve and Dudley Hydroflo quiet inlet valve which only allows cistern to start refilling once flushing is complete. To add, it comes complete with a polystyrene insulation jacket and provides easy servicing with front and top access.

The Miniflo is more compact and is ideal for use behind tiles and partitioning and in most other concealed applications. With top access only, it also comes with the Niagara flushing valve and Hydroflo quiet inlet valve.

Thomas Dudley also offer a wide range of pushplates, buttons and touch-free sensors.

For more information on Thomas Dudley Ltd, product information or its ProFit+ loyalty scheme, please visit – www.dudleybathroomproducts.co.uk.

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STARS ALIGN FOR TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

AS ORION BUILDING IS COMPLETED TEESSIDE University’s £30 million campus redevelopment continues as the latest in a series of designs completed by Nottingham-based CPMG architects is completed.

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he Middlesbrough Campus’ Orion building has been transformed into a £6 million, threestorey, glass fronted centre for state-of-the-art science and engineering studies. The building has been equipped with the latest industry-standard equipment to provide an immersive learning experience.

The new facilities include a i ht sim ati n a rat r et engine testing room and process control facility.

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Nick Gregory, director at CPMG said: “The brief set by the university outlined a need to transform the Orion building, creating a modern extension suitable for the integration of state-of-the-art laboratories, e i e teachin spaces and student learning spaces, exhibition zones and laboratory viewing areas.

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building – regenerating the building’s pathways as well as incorporating modern STEM facilities.

“In terms of the exterior, the glass frontage faces the site entrance and creates a dramatic statement within the campus’ andscape re ectin the importance of the school within the university.”

and innovation skills and this new development will help to ensure that our students and graduates are equipped to become the science and engineering leaders of the future.”

Malcolm Page, chief operating cer at eesside ni ersit said: “This is another si nificant de e pment hich will enhance the student experience. We are committed to providing students with the best learning environment to ena e them t rish and the antastic ne aci ities n er here will give them a realistic insight into what it is like to work in industry.

CPMG’s designs also incorporated manufacturing, power engineering and aerospace engineering laboratories designed to the hi hest specificati n ith the inclusion of enough space to house a full size aircraft for physical and load testing. eesside ni ersit a s stressed the need to build on its existing facilities in electron microscopy, x-ray, spectroscopic and thermal analysis testing, outlining the need for newlyrefurbished laboratories to be modernised to the highest industry standards.

“The university has a proud record of producing graduates with exceptional technical

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its quarter of a billion pound campus redevelopment.

This is the latest completed building in a series of pr ects has desi ned at the university and we look forward to continuing to work with them in the future,” added Nick.

CPMG has a 10 year history ith eesside ni ersit the Athena building, Phoenix building, Centuria South, Darlington Campus, the first phase the i rar redevelopment and the new green wall to the Student Centre have all been developed using CPMG’s designs. The award-winning architects’ designs have recently been implemented in the extension to the Olympia building to build a ne hea th and fitness centre and CPMG is working with the university on a forthcoming refurbishment of its library.

Coatings, Sealants & Paints

A GREEN SECRET WORTH DISCOVERING…

Photos courtesy Peter Davies

WINDMILL TURNS TO SILICATE PAINT

In the conservation village of Barnham, a traditional Suffolk windmill was converted into a home after World War II. Originally built in the 1820s, the local brick is soft and the windmill has suffered with damp for much of its life.

Damp rising through the bricks from the ground should have been able to evaporate away - instead, it was sealed in the wall by the exterior coatings and acrylic paint inside. The build up of moisture eventually caused blown paint and damage to walls.

The owners decided there was only one solution. Remove all coatings from the exterior, then apply a breathable masonry paint. Earthborn’s Ecopro silicate masonry system is water based, oil and acrylic free, making it virtually VOC free and very environmentally friendly. It gives the same breathability as limewash but is far superior in terms of longevity and ease of use.

Together, the primer and paint form a chemical bond with the underlying mineral substrate. This produces a very hard wearing, water and weather resistant barrier, but it is also highly breathable, so safeguarding the windmill's fabric for future generations.

Ecopro Silicate Masonry Paint is available in 24 standard shades and bespoke colours can be produced by Earthborn stockists such as Celtic Sustainables which supplied this project.

A relative secret to the UK market AURO has been manufacturing paints and finishes using natural raw materials for over 30 years.

Consistent use of natural materials ensures that they are a truly eco option and by avoiding synthetic chemicals they are also far healthier, with many products suitable for vegans as well as those seeking to avoid chemicals in their lifestyle.

AURO offer breathable finishes, which are very durable and of a high quality, with all colours mixed by hand, using only natural pigments, at their premises in Gloucestershire.

Isn’t it time you discovered AURO too?

To find out more about AURO manufacturing paints and finishes using natural raw materials please visit – www.auro.co.uk

For further information visit: www.earthbornpaints.co.uk

PREMIUM FINISH, AT A SENSIBLE AA PREMIUM FINISH, AT PRICE A SENSIBLE PRICE

INTRODUCING THE NEW BOND

Polyx Oil from Osmo UK is a premium wood finish guaranteed to keep wooden

surfaces top Osmo condition. for solid engineered or laminate wood floors,wooden it is Polyx Oil in from UK Ideal is a premium wood finish guaranteed to keep a high quality, water-repellent and tread-resistant wood finish based on natural surfaces in top condition.

Ideal for solid engineered or laminate wood floors, it ingredients. Available in a matt, clear and satin-matt finishes, the Polyx Oil is range a highoffquality, water-repellent and tread-resistant wood finish based on natuers the highest coverage of any oil on the market - a 2.5 litre can cover ralapproximately Available in acoats. matt, clear and satin-matt finishes, the Polyx Oil with two ingredients. 30m2 range offers the highest coverage of any oil on the market - a 2.5 litre can cover Polyx Oil is also extremely easycoats. to apply. Simply brush on to the wood surface to approximately 30m² with two achieve deep, long-lasting penetration. Another key benefit of this wax-oil is that also extremely easycontent. to apply.

Simplyit brush on toodorless, the wood surface Polyx PolyxOil Oilishas a reduced solvent Therefore is virtually making to Polyx achieve long-lasting penetration.

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OfferingItall thecontains professional oil-based finish, Polyx Oil combines the smooth surface of conventional lacquers, and the ease of application Ideal Wood Treatment of a water-based finish, while managing to eliminate the inherent disadvantages of Offering all types the professional features of oila fitraditional oil-based finish, Polyx these other of finish. Unlike ordinary nish products which form a film on wood, Polyx naturalsurface components penetrate deeply into theand woodthe to create Oilthecombines theOil’s smooth of conventional lacquers, ease of a micro-porous nish. This allows the wood breathe, moisture to evaporate and application of a fiwater-based finish, whiletomanaging to eliminate the inherent ensures a flawless finish both upon application and for many years to come. disadvantages of these other types of finish. Unlike ordinary oil finish products which a filmtheonwood the wood, Polyx Oil’s natural penetrate Afterform treatment is strengthened from withincomponents and retains its elasticity.deeply It the wood torepellent, create a stain micro-porous finish. allows thebecause wood ittomeets breathe, into becomes water resistant and moreThis hard-wearing, the wood’s natural demands and does not crack, flake,both peelupon or blister. moisture to evaporate and ensures a flawless finish application and for Available or from approved stockists many yearsdirect to come. nationwide, Polyx Oil meets all relevant After treatment and the wood is strengthened environmental performance standards. from For within and retains its elasticity.

It becomes water repellent, stain resistant stockists and more information, call Osmoand UKmore on hard-wearing, because it meets 481220 or visit www.osmouk.com. the01296 wood’s natural demands and does not crack, flake, peel or blister.

Acting on intelligence out in the field, undercover fixing specialist Ancon has

launched a new super-Bond, ultra-low thermal conductivity wall tie that even SPECTRE would find hard to crack!

Based on the company’s multi-award winning TeploTie with a conductivity of 00.7W/mK which virtually eliminates heat loss through thermal bridging in cavity wall construction, the new Teplo-BF basalt fibre wall tie features specially moulded safety ends that improve buildability and enhance mortar bond strength by up to 80%.

The new user-friendly design has exceptional mortar grabbing capability, making Teplo-BF particularly suitable for use with lime and other slow-drying mortars.

Available in the same wide range of lengths and types as the original TeploTie, the new Teplo-BF wall tie is suitable for cavities up to 450mm wide and buildings up to 18 metres in height, and carry BBA and NHBC technical approvals.

Available direct or from approved stockists nationwide, Polyx Oil meets all relevant environmental and performance standards. For stockists and more information, call Osmo UK on 01296 481220 or visit www.osmouk.com

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Doors, Windows & Fittings a precision engineered Up THE FASTEST DOOR Ordering & Over door with a steel frame will give you the quickest and most accurate fit possible. All you need to IN THE WEST! do is fit the frame straight onto the Somerset based Garador is recognised as Britain’s leading garage door maker….but this innovative company also leads the way for fast and easy fixing.

brickwork with as little as 7 fixings for a canopy gear door and 11 fixings for a retractable gear door and the job is done. The frame can be fitted either between or behind the opening.

Garador’s Managing Director Simon Hipgrave says “Garador’s wide choice of designs and colours plus good pricing is a big selling point; now with our fast and easy fixing, our Up & Overs with a steel frame will ensure Garador remains the top favourite among all builders, installers and home owners across the UK.” This saves time and money, and so it is no wonder that Garador’s Up & Over garage doors are now Britain’s top selling garage door.

Unlike many other manufacturers, when you order a Garador Up & Over

door for instance, it comes complete with all the fixings you need to ensure the door can be installed with minimum effort, minimum time and also minimum scope for error.

With years of experience behind them, Garador understands it is the extras that can also take time…but here the steel frame results in very accurate installations without the need to fill in unsightly gaps with strips of PVC or similar; and the frame comes factory painted to exactly match the colour of the garage door, so no additional painting is required.

“All our products are developed to be functional and long-lasting,” said Garador’s managing director Simon Hipgrave. “We also offer 24/7 support through our easy to follow and informative online product and installation videos and information.”

To find out more please visit www.garador.co.uk or call 01935 443799

SHINING EXAMPLE OF CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

BARRIER COMPONENTS REVEAL VISTA PATIOSLIDE

Reflecting a growing trend Barrier Components Ltd has introduced an exciting addition to their range of sliding door systems especially for patio doors.

Vista PatioSlide is a bottom rolling external sliding door system with height adjustable bottom rollers, a rattle proof top guidance, interlocks and locking system. In kit form it offers a one stop shop to the customer allowing the installer to choose their own glazed door to suit the project.

There are two systems available PatioSlide 100 for residential glazed patio doors and PatioSlide 200 for heavy residential or commercial glazed doors.

The former comes with two rollers and a 100kg capacity, the latter with four rollers and a 200kg capacity. Both have sealed ball bearing, nylon wheels with rattle proof top guides and allow an adjustment of +/- 3mm on the height.

As usual with Barrier Components systems the product is really flexible as it’s sold in component form as kits or individual pieces. The range includes a secure six-point locking system with male/female closing jamb arrangement for maximum weather proofing. A 80mm euro cylinder is also supplied. Handles can be purchased in both satin or polished chrome in stock or white, black, smokey chrome or PVD gold on special order.

Barrier Components Ltd began trading almost 30 years ago and has become a well established brand supplying Architectural Hardware for the Steel Gate, Sliding Door and Frameless Glass markets. They hold significant stocks in their modern 15000 square foot warehouse in Purfleet, Essex, to provide rapid supply to their customer base.

To investigate the whole range on offer from Barrier Components Ltd visit: www.barrier-components.co.uk

Leading internal door manufacturer Vicaima has just launched a stunning collection of door models as part of their Dekordor 3D range. Incorporating aluminium inlays in 5 contemporary designs, Vicaima have captured the current vogue for metallic embellishment which is one of the themes of international interior design for 2016. The new inlay models are available in a choice of 5 Dekordor 3D finishes so can provide contrast and scope that is sure to command attention.

The Dekordor 3D Aluminium Inlay collection is available in a choice of 5 contrasting face finishes including, Grey, Black, Oak, Camel and White and inlay models include both vertical and horizontal designs so present plenty of diversity. All doors are FSC certified for environmental peace of mind and can be supplied with a range of performance specifications comprising fire rated, acoustic and security, which includes Secure by Design to Part Q requirements.

For further details about Vicaima Dekordor 3D inlays visit the Vicaima website www.vicaima.com, alternatively call 01793 532333 for a copy of the new literature or face samples.

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After the dark winter months, what a joy that the evenings are getting longer and the urge to cast off those extra layers gets stronger.

As the birds start to feather their nests in preparation for their young, so humans instinctively move towards cleansing and clearing. What better way to round this off than by looking at your own interior scheme?

Trends for the natural and real show no sign of letting up, but this season greens take a front seat; think a palette ranging from mints to vivid fern green, highlighted against real woods. Unlike the dark, rich woods favoured in winter, Spring heralds the resurgence of blonde woods with their airy lightness.

Step forward the humble door, often overlooked in refurbishment but can be the ticket to making or breaking a scheme.

We stock a massive selection of quality doors to suit varied schemes, styles and budgets.

Come to our Corsham showroom where a sales representative would be happy to guide you through the various options, ensuring you find the perfect product for your interior project. www.pm-mendes.co.uk

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Quality Acoustic Seals for Doors & Windows Sealmaster DropSeal An automatic DropSeal which fills the gap between the door bottom and the floor or threshold plate. Suitable for new and retrofit projects the Sealmaster DropSeal provides smoke containment and acoustic sealing. Tested to BS EN 1634-1 2014 BS EN 1363-1 2012 & BS476 Part 22. Durability tested to more than 1,000,000 cycles.

Can be used in conjunction with Sealmaster Delta and Double Fin Acoustic Seals. Available in a wide range of sizes.

Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal Providing excellent acoustic sealing, the Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal is durable and easy to install. Maintenance free and suitable for both new and retrofit projects the Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal is BS EN Fire Tested and Acoustically rated to 40db. Designed and manufactured in the UK, and available in Black, Brown and White.

Sealmaster Delta Acoustic Smoke Seal Quality and easy to install acoustic door seal with excellent acoustic sealing. Designed and manufactured in the UK the Sealmaster Delta Acoustic Smoke Seal is BS EN Fire Tested and Acoustically rated to 40db, and suitable for both new and retrofit specifications. The durable Delta comes with self-adhesive tape for standard single or double-lead doorsets. Available in Black, Brown, White and Transparent.

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HOUSE FEATURE

HIMMERLAND RENOVATION

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The conversion and renovation of 370 homes transforms the monotonous, 1977 prefabricated ”crane track” estate of the Himmerland Housing Association into a welcoming and sustainable garden city complex.

he new timber-clad façades feature large windows, French balconies and bay ind s fi in the h mes ith i ht and a pleasant outlook.

me h mes are c m ined int ar er ats hi e others are being expanded upwards as modern, twost re r t p ats ith pen spaces and hei ht glazing. The 1970s estate is thus transformed into a contemporary, family-friendly cluster of townhouses. r nd r apartments are accessi e i e time homes, featuring small private gardens and a carport. As part of the overall sustainability strategy, the ne c addin and r t p ats are desi ned as

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pre-fabricated units which are simply hoisted in place.

A shared community activity building, which meets the strict requirements of the Danish low-energy class 2020, is located centrally as a natural gathering point for all of Himmerland Housing Association’s residents in the area.

ALL-ROUND TRANSFORMATION The Departments 19 and 22 of the housing estate were typical examples of public housing dating from the 1970s.

On arrival at the complex, the outdoor areas were deserted.

There were desolate and anonymous central car parks and monotonous vegetation in the shape of open lawns and uniform shrubs and bushes.

The complex turned its back on the local area and each individual residential unit turned in on itself. The recreational areas were sporadic, fragmented and their identity unclear. The areas in

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front of the residential units were public right up to the facades, and no-one took ownership of these areas.

The existing concrete façades were monotonous, sad and dilapidated. Small windows and ponderous balconies resulted in dark residential units and an unwelcoming appearance.

Flats were draughty, and the structure showed severe heat loss in critical areas.

The renovation project has transformed this anonymous residential area into a vibrant, socially sustainably district, in which landscape elements ma e it eas t find r a and open front gardens create individual identity for this location.

The open front gardens encourage residents to take ownership of the spaces between the houses and add a sense of security in the public spaces. Similarly, the former closed end-walls have been revitalized, with windows and balconies overlooking more of the area.

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HIMMERLAND RENOVATION

With the brick gables, black-painted prefabricated timber cladding with glass secti ns r m r t cei in characteristic “roof boxes” and new light stairways in steel and glass, the building complex has left the 1970s behind, setting contemporary new standards for the renovation of public housing in northern Jutland. the ats ha e een fully renovated, accessibility has been improved and, via conversions and extensions, new types of housing have been established that were not previously among the ran e ats ered in these two sections of the housing association. For example, 91 the re r ished ats are now two-storey units and many have large, south-facing balconies. There is still a solid base of well-renovated twoand three r m ats hi e more interesting new home typologies are added to bring a greater diversity of residents into the area.

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY The overall sustainability strategy is based on a holistic approach, in which the en ir nmenta financia and social aspects are all incorporated into the

concept. We seek to achieve cohesive interplay between the architectonic qualities in the renovation, the enera financia imitati ns and a variety of integral sustainability measures.

The Himmerland Housing Association wished the renovation to give emphasis to social sustainability, environmental sustainability, accessibility, openness, variety, diversity and identity.

The project is therefore based on a clear, forwardlooking sustainability

strategy, which addresses energy optimisation, rational construction techniques, prefabrication, climatechange resilience, social living qualities and the local community.

Cohesion of these factors has been achieved without compromising the aim to create a distinctive new neighbourhood, with low operating and maintenance costs, and all energy-savings in the renovated homes achieved solely by means of passive measures.

The landscaping is part of the sustainability and accessibility strategy, replacing most stairs with ramps and introducing the use of sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS), including surface water infi trati n and permea e surfaces in swales to the south of the blocks. South of the central activity building, a small “wetland” is established, with rain beds to handle increasing precipitation. The rain beds collect rainwater so that it does not have to be drained

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Desirable Rainwater System for Desirable Residence Yeoman Rainguard’s XL Aluminium Rainwater System was chosen to add the finishing touch to an £11 million property in the desirable area of Virginia Water.

Built by development company Watersmead Homes who pride themselves in building properties of quality and style that exceed expectations, the Georgian style home covers approximately 12,000 square feet over 4 floors. Constructed out of Cotswold Stone, Watersmead ensured that the property combines practicality with style meeting the high standards and demands of the discerning purchaser.

Meeting such standards required the use of high quality building materials and systems which included choosing the right rainwater system.

“We obviously needed gutters and downpipes which not only matched the style of the house but were of a quality which would give the homeowner many years of maintenance free service whilst retaining its colour and style well into the future. Yeoman Rainguard’s stylish XL Aluminium rainwater system fitted the bill.” Explained Mrs Gill Burns of Watersmead Homes.

150 x 100mm MOG XL Aluminium gutters were installed along with a 75 x 75mm square downpipe with the stylish look being completed with Cast Aluminium Plain Hoppers.

Finished in a durable black textured powder coating which eliminates colour bleaching and ensures a life expectancy of the rainwater system to that of 25 years and more.

“The rainwater systems look perfect on the finished property and we are very pleased with the quality of products and service that Yeoman Rainguard gave us.”

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Drainage & Plumbing

Floodcheck

Whilst studying at London University in 1972, William Saint worked at a small chain of retail shops specialising in white goods. Saint saw the extensive damage that these products could cause by flooding and leaking if broken.

He invented the first Floodcheck product, the MANUAL model as a solution for protecting properties by preventing flooding from these machines. In 1998, working with the latest microprocessor electronics, William Saint designed a more sophisticated product and the AUTO model was invented. The Auto model was entered in the Essex County Council‚ Innovation Competition and won the Innovation Award. The product was later granted International Trademarks and Patents. It was tested by the UK water standards to WRAS Requirements and so Floodcheck was formed.

Following further research and developments in it’s products the “interceptor” product was launched in 2011. It was awarded the coveted NATIONAL HOMEBUILDING and Renovation Award for Innovation and Excellence.

For more information visit www.floodcheck.co.uk

Water Softener Installation Made Easy

Advantay has developed a new product designed to improve the installation of water softeners.

MiniFlush provides a complete all in one installation manifold with double isolation and built in water bypass. In addition, MiniFlush comes supplied with a repositionable non-return valve with o-ring seal which can be used on any of the four water inlet connections, allowing complete compliance with water regulations.

Able to be used on either horizontal or vertical pipework where the benefit of having either side entry or top and bottom entry is afforded with the new MiniFlush.

Any remaining ports that are not being used can be sealed with our supplied ¾” plugs complete with integral o-ring seal.

Due to its compact size and universal strengths, Advantay believes the new MiniFlush will be quickly adopted within the industry.

Super Water Filter

Put simply, super water is better for you. The alkaline water produced by the filter combats acidity, flushes out toxins and waste matter whilst restoring your natural electrolyte balance. The Super Water filter fits into the supply pipe to your kitchen sink or utility room cold tap and provides unlimited high flow quality drinking water for all your drinking and cooking needs. Simple to fit (15mm push fit ends) it lasts for 12 months before replacement.

Reduces Scale

Ceramet controls scale in showers. Its active surface ionizes the water, reducing surface tension and reducing scale.

Direct to tap filter

Simply fit to the cold water supply to your kitchen tap for unlimited, instant quality water.

Contains Ceramet

Aquatiere filters contain our own ceramic filter media CERAMET which controls bacteria, reduces scale and enhances pH balance.

For more information contact Advantay on 01787 314070 or visit our website www.advantay.co.uk

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Hot News About Underfloor Heating Underlay

Moduleo Chosen For London Office Fit Out

Floors & Flooring

New STEICOdurelisdek Boosts On Site Floor Deck Performance With Triple Protection

Joist supplier STEICO have introduced a complimentary decking product which offers the very best on site protection for the timber floor and allows builders and developers to source the complete floor system from a single source.

STEICOdurelisdek features triple protection avoiding excessive swelling of the board substrate even in the most hostile of situations on site.

(1) The Durelis board from Unilin Panels is a higher surface density P5 particle board with unique “Top Surface” technology making it far less prone to moisture related swelling and thermal expansion.

(2) The top surface has an additional wax sealer applied which adds further protection and allows the finished floor to be easily cleaned .

(3)Afinal proven slipresistant and durableblue peel offlayer together with a customised fixing kit protects the floor for the exposed construction period.

(4) STEICOdurelisdek is also available with a permanent waterproof acrylic surface sealer in place of a peel off layer which offers a similarlevelofprotectionspeedsupthebuildprocessandavoidswaste going to land fill.

For further information on this exciting new decking visit: WWW.STEICO.CO.UK

Underlay and underfloor heating have always sat uncomfortably together. The reason: underfloor heating needs underlay with low thermal resistance – and the only suitable products are dense and hard, more suited to commercial use.

But that’s all changing with HeatWave from QA Flooring Solutions. It is the first underlay that combines a low tog rating (1.2) with a super soft PU foam that gives excellent comfort underfoot.

HeatWave is also flame retardant – making it a safe choice for any property where underfloor heating is used.

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Aspect Commercial Flooring Ltd has specified Latin Pine from the Moduleo Transform collection for a recent fit out of the Braemar ACM offices in London.

The flooring specialist chose Moduleo for the project, as it met with the client’s requirement for a light, woodeffect tile in a Herringbone finish.

Chris Frost from Aspect Commercial Flooring Limited, comments: “We worked with Tetris-Bluu Ltd to manage the flooring specification on this project. The client wanted to find a design-led solution that was cost effective and durable and therefore Moduleo was the ideal choice.

“The Moduleo range offered real flexibility thanks to the different ranges and tile sizes available. This made it the perfect choice, as we were able to offer our client the bespoke design they required, for an extremely reasonable price.”

To find out more about Aspect Commercial Flooring Ltd, visit www.aspectflooring.com

Floors & Flooring

‘TACT TILES’

ISLINGTON CUSTOMER CENTRE

Olivers Contracts chose a UZIN system to install luxury vinyl tiles at the Islington Customer Centre. Approximately 900 m2 of old flooring had become contaminated and worn from general foot traffic. Overall, the floor appeared soft and a little unstable. A further concern was that premium luxury vinyl tiles needed to be installed within open and expansive areas containing large windows. Consequently, the floor would be subject to a considerable amount of natural light and potential heat. The floor preparation and installation therefore had to be perfect so Olivers Contracts turned to UZIN’s premium quality product systems to resolve the problems.

A Wolff Samba machine with a diamond bits was first used to remove all contamination and loose latex. UZIN PE 280 primer was used to create a barrier between the cementitious subfloor and UZIN NC 110 calcium sulphate based smoothing compound. The luxury vinyl tiles were then installed with UZIN KE 66 high temperature adhesive. The project was completed without any complications. The client was exceptionally pleased with the finish throughout all areas and there hasn’t been any subfloor or product failuresince.GarethJenkins,ProjectManageratIslingtonCouncilsaid“Iamvery pleased with the quality and appearance of the finished flooring.”

For further information about UZIN products visit – www.uzin.com/products

‘Tact Tiles’ Antistatic and ESD tiles are perfect for areas such as laboratories, computer suites, electronic assembly areas or any areas where static electricity generation is an issue. Our Range of ESD (electro static dissipative) tiles are specifically designed and manufactured to prevent electro static discharges from affecting or damaging electrical devices as well as for the safety of employees. ESD tiles will need a grounding tile for every 80m2, this then connects to a plug socket, with the conductive tape laid every meter in a grid like format beneath the tiles.

Please contact www.tacttiles.com for more information.

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Glass & Glazing

Greenwich Turns Greener With Aliva UK’s Insulated Render

Guardian UK Earns ‘Responsible Sourcing’ Certification

An ambitious regeneration scheme at Greenwich Peninsula in London is showing off its green credentials with a sophisticated insulated render façade from Aliva UK. The development by Wates Construction is one of the largest schemes in Europe.

Architects Jestico + Whiles asked Aliva, the UK leader in façades and interior finishes for a cost effective yet aesthetically pleasing finish to an eight storey residential block of 240 apartments.

Aliva supplied 5,500sqm of white acrylic TermoK8 insulated render to give the buildings a crisp, pared-back look that brought the project in on budget. The installers were Regency Plastering.

The architects said: “We chose Aliva for Greenwich Peninsula because they provide a successful selection from a high quality, through coloured acrylic render system. The finish needed to provide a calm, understated composition, which has been achieved beautifully with a very neat, crisp finish throughout the elements of render within the development."

Guardian Industries UK Ltd. (Guardian) has earned the coveted BES 6001 accreditation for its responsible sourcing of materials. After independent assessment by the British Standards Institution, the awarding body, Guardian UK received a “Very Good” score, highlighting the company’s long-term focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Specifically, it acknowledges the “Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products.”

Part of Guardian Industries Corp. – a leading global manufacturer of high-quality commercial, residential, interior and automotive glass products – Guardian secured accreditation in late December.

Having the BES 6001 certification not only shows Guardian to be a responsible company that cares for the environment, noted Steven Scrivens, Marketing Manager for Guardian Glass UK & Ireland, but it also helps it to stand out amongst its competitors.`

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Open Up Shopping Spaces With Sliding And Stacking Walls From D R Services

Within covered shopping arcades, the specification of moveable glazed walls for shop fronts is a highly practical solution. They open up the retail space so that there is no obvious boundary between inside and outside, while also maximising floor space and removing dead areas.

There is a wide choice of styles, shapes and colours available as well as automatic systems to cope with installations where manual handling is not an option.

D R Services has installed a wide variety of walls across the country, including the recent installation at Embankment underground station in London (pictured) where the effect has been to open up the previously dark shopping area, giving a fresh, modern look and attracting smart new businesses.

For a removable shop front system - sliding or stacking glazed walls are a cost-effective solution, typically costing between £12-15,000 for a six-metre opening.

For further information call 01279 445277 look at www.drservices.co.uk or e-mail info@drservices.co.uk

Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

Construction Materials Online Continues Growth With Launch Of Insulation Superstore

Construction Materials Online, the UK’s largest online supplier of construction materials, has launched its third eCommerce store, Insulation Superstore.

Capitalising on the success of sister site Roofing Superstore, which is now the UK’s number one online roofing merchant, Insulation Superstore combines unparalleled product knowledge from its customer service team, with online convenience. Operating a flexible, drop-ship delivery model, customers are able to order for bespoke, small or large scale construction projects.

Insulation Superstore, features a product range of nearly 1,000 insulation solutions, including industry favourites such as Celotex and Kingspan.

For furthe information Telephone: 01752 692 206 or visit – www.insulationsuperstore.co.uk or www.constructionmaterialsonline.co.uk

Flexenergy Launches UK First in PB Pipe Network Control

Flexenergy, one of the UK's leading providers of district heating scheme pipe networks, has developed the UK's first pre-insulated valve system for Polybutene (PB-1) pipe applications.

V-Flex will transform the ability of operators to control and service PB networks by delivering zonal control via pre-insulated valve technology that can be fusion welded directly to the main network.

The valve innovation includes a key-operated steel ball valve inside a polyethylene casing, insulated by PUR foam, and incorporates PB tails for a fully welded connection to a Polybutene pipe network.

The V-Flex valve system means it is now possible to create an all-plastic fusion weld to the main network, thereby avoiding a secondary joint, with its inherent weakness. The valves can be specified for single or twin pipe applications and come in a number of chamber sizes (to accommodate depth variation) in order to provide flexibility in network or zonal control.

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Eagerley Anticipated Evolution 5 Multifuel Now Available

As one of the leading UK manufacturers of stoves, Broseley Fires have taken the highly popular Evolution 5 and created a multifuel version which is sure to delight customers.

Replacing the current woodburning model, the new multifuel version offers the same sleek appearance Evolution stoves are well regarded for but with the added convenience of choosing wood or solid fuel to burn.

This contemporary styled stove comes with the option of a Deluxe glass top or eye catching Log Store. Its large window shows off the stunning flame picture perfectly and the neat multifuel controls, featured at the front of the stove allow the air to be regulated and heat controlled to ensure maximum efficiency.

A generous 5kW heat output, 85% efficiency and stylish metallic black finish ensure a confident ambience and a focal point for any room.

To find your local retailer visit www.broseleyfires.com and click on the stockist locator.

Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

Gaia Heats Hektor’s House…Or Rather His Barn

When somebody books a beautiful historic timber-framed barn as a wedding venue, they want to see the mellow oak beams in their natural glory; they do not want to see unsightly steel radiators bolted to them. That is why landowner and developer, Hektor Rous, chose Gaia’s wet underfloor heating system in the renovation of the Grade II listed barn at the family seat, Henham Park, in Suffolk.

Now, Henham Park has become a much sought-after wedding venue thanks to the sensitive renovation of its historic timber barn.

For this large oak-framed building, which takes some heating due to the high-vaulted roof. Hektor chose underfloor heating. “I have a power-floated concrete floor providing excellent thermal mass,” he explains. “As a Grade II-listed structure, the barn must be kept, as far as possible, in its original state which did not include wall mounted radiators. With the new concrete floor, a UFH system was a clear choice.”

For further information on Gaia Climate Solutions, please contact 0845 434 9488 or visit www.gaia.co.uk

Ideal Commercial Boilers Pulls Double Duty With The New IMAX XTRA 715-1240kW

Leading British manufacturer Ideal Commercial Boilers has extended the recently launched IMAX EL range with additional models ranging from 715kW to 1240kW. Pairing two Imax Xtra EL condensing and floor standing boilers side by side, the new extended range offers greater output flexibility in a compact and lightweight package for ease of installation, even within the trickiest of applications.

With twice the flexibility and convenience, the Imax Xtra EL extended range provides the solution to even the most challenging of commercial installations and, as testament to Ideal Commercial Boilers’ commitment to quality, the entire range is fully supported with a two year parts and labour warranty*.

For further information on Ideal Commercial Boilers, the Imax Xtra EL range or to GET A QUOTE, please email commercial@idealboilers.com, call 01482 492251 or go to www.idealcommercialboilers.com

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Warmshell Sustainable Wall Insulation Systems Offer Significant Energy Savings To Home Owners

Warmshell creates exceptionally energy efficient properties through a unique combination of wood fibre board panels and lime-based render. When used to construct timber frame buildings, Warmshell effectively forms an airtight layer around the structure so energy efficient that walls can be built up to 25% thinner than with conventional construction techniques. With no thermal bridging and minimal heat loss, a wall just 260mm thick meets Building Regulation standards (0.18 U Value) without the need for expensive waste water heat recovery or triple glazing. With BBA certification, Warmshell is a proven green solution that can also be retrofitted internally or externally to transform cold, damp, energy-inefficient properties into warm, comfortable homes.

To find out more please call our friendly advice team at Lime Green Products on 01952 728611 or visit www.warmshellinsulation.co.uk

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Inta Goes HIPER For Heat Interface Units Inta has introduced its ‘HIPER’ high performance heat interface unit (HIU), designed to deliver heating and hot water whilst improving energy efficiency and minimising costs in multi-dwelling developments.

Installed in shared residential buildings, the HIU distributes heating and domestic hot water from a central plant system to individual properties. By removing the need for each area to have a conventional boiler, gas flue and hot water cylinder, the interface units dramatically reduce build costs for developers.

Inta has worked to develop a product that has more features and benefits than any other HIU on the market.

With Inta’s HIPER HIU, landlords can integrate renewable energy sources into the system, shrinking the size of a building’s carbon footprint and reducing energy costs for tenants, as well as improving reliability.

To find out more about Inta’s comprehensive range of plumbing and heating products visit www.intatec.co.uk or call 01889 272180.

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Passivhaus Design Maintains Indoor Environment Using Omnie MVHR

With less than 400 PassivHaus certified properties so far completed across the UK, the ultra-low energy standard from Germany can still be viewed as nascent in this country, though there are many compliant components and technologies available to assist in these designs: such as the mechanical ventilation and heat recovery system offered

by Omnie.

The highly efficient Passive house certified CA550 heat recover unit (HRU) has in fact just been installed as a crucial element to the building services within a private residential property under construction near Tiverton in Devon. Gale & Snowden is the specialist architectural consultant and passive house designer responsible for the specification process Gale & Snowden identified the HRU as being the most appropriate, low energy model on the market for the project and the fact that Omnie is an Exeter based company also fitted with our ethos of trying to buy local.

Stylish Radiators

With the designer radiator industry growing rapidly, the quest to find a heater that offers both function and an innovative design feature is becoming much easier.

We now display in our showroom and supply nationwide, designer radiators that integrate LED lighting systems to add a certain wow factor!

We have styles to suit most decors; Be it the Enix Palma, its form mimics a palm tree with colour changing top pegs or the classy Enix Mango-Light that creates a beautiful showpiece with its chrome finished LED downlights.

Please contact our friendly sales team to discuss your designer radiator requirements.

Visit our website for further information www.omnie.co.uk

For further information please call– Tel: 0121 378 3290 Fax: 0121 378 0783 www.stylishradiators.com

PIAZZETTA ‘Round’ Majolica Wood Burning Stove in Bianco Grigio.

Saveris 2 From testo Cloud Based Measuring Solution

The remarkable stove boasts a number of features that enhance its stunning looks, here are just a few - Multifuoco System Plus, Tertiary air system. Majolica cladding, Air Glass System - self-cleaning ceramic glass resistant up to 750°C. Wellness -Humidifier with aroma diffuser Heat Storage System.

If there’s one stove that puts the life into lifestyle, this is it!

If you would like to see the range of Piazzetta products please visit our website www.robeys.co.uk or email info@robeys.co.uk and we can point you to a dedicated Retail agent for your area.

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Monitoring building drying or laying of screed can take weeks or even months. Saveris 2 from testo, is a cloud based measuring solution, enabling you to take control and monitor the whole drying process remotely. Data is accessible via any internet enabled smart phone, tablet, pc or laptop. Temperature and humidity values are monitored and recorded continuously and alerts sent by email and SMS if critical values are exceeded, thus enabling early intervention and prevention of costly and time consuming remedial work. Temperature and Humidity Wi-Fi loggers start from just £179.

For further information please contact 01420 544433 Info@testo.co.uk Or visit – www.testolimited.com

Panasonic Unveils Revolutionary New Etherea Air Conditioning Range Panasonic has relaunched its Etherea range with an innovative new line of products. The new Z and XZ domestic air conditioning units are a brand new design: sleek, compact and modern, suitable for any interior. They are also the first air conditioning products from Panasonic that have been fully optimised to contain the R32 refrigerant, offering the most efficient performance, and so are more environmentally friendly than ever before.

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R32 refrigerant with low Global Warming Potential (GWP) Outstanding efficiency A+++ / A++ Comfort features – super quiet technology – only 19dB(A) Sleek, compact design Nanoe i air-purifying system and Econavi sensors with Z range

Panasonic has launched two new ranges of domestic air conditioning units that are a huge step forward in air conditioning unit design, perfectly complementing its existing Etherea line up. The high spec Z and XZ range features the white Z7SKE, Z9SKE, Z12SKE, Z15SKE and Z18SKE indoor wall-mounted models, and the silver XZ7SKE, XZ9SKE, XZ12SKE, and XZ18SKE units.

unobstrusive, but also more compact than ever before. With this clean, fresh, white design, the Panasonic Z range leads the market in its appearance, ensuring that wherever the units are installed they won’t impact on the look and feel of the interior aesthetic.

The unobtrusive and sleek design of the new Etherea range is echoed in the noise levels at which it operates. The new Z and XZ ranges are incredibly quiet, operating at 19dB(A), to offer the utmost comfort to the end user. This ultra-low level of noise is equivalent to night-time in the counrtyside, ensuring that the air conditioning units cause no disturbance to sleep or distraction in the office environment.

Whilst other systems use refrigerant R410A as standard, Panasonic’s new Etherea products use the environmentally friendly R32 alternative. R32 is a single component refrigerant which means it is easy to recycle, and it also has a much lower impact on global warming, reducing the effect on global warming by 67%. By utilising this refrigerant in its new products, Panasonic is responding to customers needs and industry requirements.

The new Z range of Etherea products has been fundamentally redesigned to suit the interior of any home or commerical property. The sleek new design of the units means they are not only

The Z range includes Panasonic’s EcoNavi sensor and Nanoe i air purifying system. Econavi features an in-built human activity sensor and a new sunlight detection technology to adjust output, therefore providing the best comfort at all times, whilst still saving energy.

Econavi not only optimises air flow orientation and volume, according to human presence, it also reduces cooling power automatically by no/less sunshine.

With Econavi, energy savings of up to 38% are possible.

Furthermore, the Nanoe i revolutionary air-purifying system utilises nanotechnology fine particles to remove and deactivate 99% of both airborne and adhesive micro-organisms like bacteria, viruses and mould.

In addition to updating its Etherea range, Panasonic has unveiled its new TZ range of air conditioning units, which includes the TZ9-SKE, TZ12-SK, TZ15-SKE TZ18-SKE and TZ24-SKE wall mounted units. The TZ range also uses the new refrigerant R32, making it one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly units on the market. Its near silent operation, at 20dB(A), means that if offers exceptional comfort for end users, without compromising performance. The TZ models are powerful and efficient, with an outstanding energy ranking of A++/A+.

The new models are sleek and compact in design, making specifying these units an easy decision.

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CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK 24 - 26 May 2016. New Masterplan for Festival Announced

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he seventh edition of Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) promises to be the best and most ambitious yet, as new locations, brands and installations join this vibrant festival in one of London’s most idiosyncratic and creative quarters. In a first for the festival, organisers have appointed architecture practice OMMX to create a strategic masterplan for the event.

The plan marks a significant point in CDW’s development, with the format expanding to eight exhibition venues, a gateway destination to Clerkenwell’s showrooms, an installation trail and a brand new destination at Spa Fields.

Clerkenwell Design Week, sponsored

by Renault, will take place 24 – 26 May 2016 across Clerkenwell.

STRATEGIC MASTERPLAN The new, integrated approach to planning the festival across both the temporary (exhibitions and installations) and the permanent (showrooms and fringe) will improve the flow and navigation around the many and varied elements, creating a compelling experience for the visitor as they explore all that Clerkenwell has to offer. OMMX, an emerging practice based in Clerkenwell, has developed a plan based on an understanding of context and experiential quality.

OMMX’s work on the Clerkenwell Design Week masterplan will help build a cohesive story as the festival expands and develops. Hikaru Nissanke and Jon Lopez, Directors of OMMX, said:

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‘We have worked collaboratively to realise an ambitious and exciting new chapter in CDW’s history. We are grateful for the organiser’s enlightened approach in continuing to commission young practitioners, their desire to make a lasting contribution and to make design more accessible in this critical part of creative London.’

NEW VENUES AND EXHIBITIONS New sites and structures will provide enhanced possibilities for exhibitions and programming; Design Fields, a large-scale curated exhibition of contemporary design, will be set in a specially constructed two-floor pavilion at Spa Fields, near the exceptional Clerkenwell destination of Exmouth Market. Design Fields is set

CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK to become a festival favourite with live content and temporary spaces designed to connect, relax and recharge.

The park space at St James’s Church Garden will become a key destination as part of Clerkenwell Design Week’s new look with the new exhibition Project hosting leading international brands presenting furniture, lighting and product design, alongside the hugely successful interior products show Additions. A new show, British Collection, will showcase some of the UK’s most exciting home- grown talent within the barrel-roofed Crypt of St James’s Church.

Each will enhance the wellestablished CDW exhibitions; Detail at the Order of St John and pavilion on St John’s Square and Platform at the unique underground space House of Detention. Long-time collaborators Icon Magazine will again stage Icon’s House of Culture exhibition at another iconic Clerkenwell destination; Fabric.

Underpinning Clerkenwell Design Week, the area’s multitude of design-led showrooms is a vital part of this unique event. For the first time Brewhouse Yard off St John Street will act as a gateway to the showrooms, many of which are clustered close by.

In addition, the Goldsmith’s Centre on Britton Street will also join the festival as a key destination for live content with fresh programming and activity throughout CDW.

FRESH VISUAL IDENTITY For 2016 London designers Studio Parallel have created a new visual identity for this year’s festival. The campaign, ‘Covered’, plays to the strength and variety within Clerkenwell Design Week, through five

thematic images from furniture and lighting, design talent, to materials and architecture, all unified with the festival’s signature colour, magenta.

Paul Fox, Creative Director of Studio Parallel, said; ‘We feel that it’s the right time for a change in design direction.

We worked to achieve the right balance to add a new visual narrative, and still make it instantly recognisable as Clerkenwell Design Week to the audience.’ Set designer Kei Yoshino and photographer Lydia Whitmore collaborated to bring the themes to life.

Clerkenwell Design Week 2016 will celebrate the extraordinary creativity of the area with hundreds of events, from sitespecific installations and new launches, to workshops and thought-provoking debates across a huge range of venues.

William Knight, Show Director, Clerkenwell Design Week, said; ‘The expansion of Clerkenwell Design Week‘s exhibition programme to eight major locations is a sign of how dynamic the creative industries are in this area, and a testament to the successes of previous years’ shows. We have new exhibitions, a new masterplan and a new visual identity. But it is the energy and sense of community among architects and designers here that inspires us, and helps make the festival so unique in London.’ Festival events take place across Clerkenwell, and registration is free.

CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK Tuesday 24 – Thursday 26 May 2015 Free to register via www. clerkenwelldesignweek.com @CDWfestival #CDW2016 FB/ Clerkenwell.Design.Week

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Metal windows allow light to flood new Chelsea basement.

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design brief that required the maximum amount of daylight to enter a four-bedroom flat within the ground floor and newly-created basement of a terraced property in Chelsea, resulted in Henri Bredenkamp, director at Studio 30 Architects, selecting bespoke steel windows and doors from Steel Window Association member Monk Metal Windows.

In digging out the new basement to the Victorian building, a light well was created and three large W40 steel screens and doors were manufactured and installed by Monk Metal Windows.

Employed on three facades, the metal windows serve as a unifying feature that also picks up on the block like pattern of the existing sash windows above.

To serve the ground floor living area, an eight-pane screen was employed measuring 3m high x 1.2m wide.

Within the master bedroom, which is located in the basement, a screen

over 2.6m high x 4.5m wide with double doors was designed to fill the entire end wall. The biggest item was a large, partly angled screen designed to follow the line of the staircase.

This rises from 2.1m to over 4.2m while measuring 4.7m in width and containing 2.6m high double doors that allow access into the light well at the bottom of the staircase.

All the windows and doors supplied were hot dipped galvanised and polyester powder coated in matt anthracite grey, RAL 7016. They were glazed with 24mm insulating double glazed units.

The W40 range of double glazed windows from Monk Metal Windows offers slim sightlines while meeting Building Regulations for weathertightness, air infiltration, water penetration and wind loading. The W40 range features dual air seals incorporated in the opening vents which greatly enhance resistance to air and water penetration. Elaborate composite windows are fashioned using mullions and transoms to join

CREDITS All credits to Steel Window Association www.steel-window-association.co.uk

single units together and tubular steel profiles can be added for strength or as a feature. A complete range of ironmongery is available while purpose made pressed metal sills, flashings and metal faced insulated infill panels can be fitted to the basic panel.

Henri Bredenkamp comments: “The intention was always to fully glaze as many of the facades as we could in order to let ample daylight into the new master bedroom and corridor but we wanted something other than the standard bifold look. We decided to use metal windows because they look interesting and have slim sight lines.

Monk was one of the few companies that could provide the height of door we required. They delivered on time and the steel windows are of high quality; the client is very happy with the result.�

For further information on the Steel Window Association, please visit www. steel-window-association.co.uk or call 0844 249 1355.

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KEBONY CLADDING FOR SWEDEN’S FIRST ROUND PASSIVE HOUSE Villa Circuitus sets a new precedent for high quality sustainable design

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ondon: 29 March 2016] Developers Simone Kreutzer and Tommy Wesslund have recently completed work on an eco-home in Sweden, clad in Kebony.

Villa Circuitus, meaning ‘a going around’ in Latin, is a spacious, circular 175 sq. m passive house containing four bedrooms and open plan kitchen and dining area.

with special expertise in energy and ventilation, knowledge they brought to the design of their latest project. They were the creative minds behind this project and cooperated with Nina Sandahl from SAJT Arkitektstudio to design the bespoke home, Sweden’s first circular passive house.

The house has a 35 sq. m veranda on the second storey, from which residents can view the beautiful landscape. Surrounding this veranda is a balustrade with integrated solar panels, which make the home self-sufficient for most of the year. The round shape is carefully designed to

The Villa Circuitus was built to meet passive house requirements, with strict environmental demands in terms of design and construction materials. Both Simone Kreutzer and Tommy Wesslund are certified passive house experts

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KEBONY CLADDING expose the smallest surface possible to the outdoor air and thus reduces heat loss. Large windows around the perimeter of the building allow lots of natural light to illuminate the property throughout the day and also help heat the building.

Every window is custom made to retain twice as much heat as normal windows and the air circulating through the house

is kept at a steady temperature by a two stage heat exchanger which passes the air through a ground based water heater then a post-heater. This two stage process efficiently warms the air in winter to a temperature of 18.5°C – 20.5°C and cools it in summer so the air circulating is 16°C - 17°C. CREDITS All credits: Kebony

Alongside these high-tech elements is the widespread use of natural, environmentally friendly construction materials.

Recycled paper and glass are used throughout the structure and the whole house is built on a wooden frame with Kebony cladding. Kebony is a modified softwood that acts as a sustainable alternative to tropical hardwood.

Developed in Norway, the Kebony technology is an environmentally friendly, patented process, which enhances the properties of fast growing sustainable softwood with a bio-based liquid. By impregnating the wood with furfuryl alcohol, the wood’s cell wall is polymerised resulting in greatly improved durability and dimensional stability.

Kebony therefore offers the performance qualities of a tropical hardwood, such as teak or mahogany, without the environmental damage.

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seen in the external aesthetic of the house which interweaves beautiful Kebony cladding with striking orange panels around the windows. The colour of Kebony wood mellows over time from a rich brown to a silver grey patina, giving the whole structure a quiet, natural look, while the contrasting orange panels emulates the warmth and comfort emanating from the interior. The Kebony cladding helps the passive house to complement its natural surroundings, blending in with the rocky landscape, while also offering fantastic protection from the cold weather.

Simone Kreutzer, developer of Villa Circuitus, commented “We have a passion for making sustainable homes and so we needed to ensure that every element of the house was responsibly sourced. The solar panelled balustrade, the recycled insulation and the striking Kebony cladding all help to realise our vision of a truly sustainable eco-home.”

Per Thyberg, Country Manager Sweden at Kebony said: “We at Kebony feel excited to be part of Simone and Tommy’s innovative design. Now the Villa is complete it looks stunning, has a fantastic open plan layout and sets a new watermark for sustainability. We hope to be involved in many more projects of this quality in the future.”

Flair And Fresh Designs On Show At Manchester

Summer will soon be upon us and The Manchester Furniture Show, (17 - 19 July, Manchester Central), returns this year with more exhibitors, more new ranges and a summer feast of flair and design.

After the success of last year’s show, the main hall sold out quickly and the exhibitor list is again full of some of the leading names in furniture and interior furnishings, including Baker, Westbridge, Buoyant, Gallery Direct, Lebus, Morris, Nolte, Kingstown, Rauch, Furmanac, Wood Brothers and Whitemeadow.

Returning exhibitors include Flintshire based upholstery major Westbridge, who operate from four production sites in the UK. Sales Director Nicola Bell said after the 2015 show “We were pleasantly surprised to find that at the end of each day we had taken more orders that the same time last year! We had a great show and it was good to see other new faces there. We will be back next year!”

Also returning are German exhibitors Rauch and Nolte Mobel who both especially make designs for the UK market. Both praised last years show and instantly rebooked for 2016. Michael Taterstall, Nolte Sales Director, said “We are very pleased with the results of the

Show, it has been a well organised and good Show to do and has a really nice feel to it. Our stand has been very busy with existing and new customers and we’ll be back.’

New exhibitors include Essex based leather and fabric upholstery manufacturer Panacea, whose modern designs won many fans at this year’s January Furniture Show at the NEC. Family business Hookes Interiors will bring a wonderful array of their stylish, unique and often alternative interior furnishings, they are sure to grab attention. Returning exhibitor Gallery Direct will also have a wide variety of stylish and design led furnishings, together with new furniture ranges which will be launched at Manchester.

Also returning are upholstery giants Lebus and Buoyant who never fail to disappointment with new designs and colourful fabrics.

Furniture isn’t the only star of the Manchester Show. Lighting, mirrors, art, rugs, decorative accessories and soft furnishings are all to be found in copious amounts. Some of the most imaginative accessory companies in the UK, including DB Mirrors, Flair Rugs, Wire Lamps and Wilde Java are all bringing new designs to tempt buyers.

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The award winning venue, the iconic Manchester Central building; which combines stunning Victorian architecture with a relaxed atmosphere is also a big feature of the event. This former central rail station, with its spectacular arched glazed roof, creates a unique show experience for exhibitors and visitors alike.

Show Director Laraine Janes says, “There is always a nice relaxed buzz about the Manchester Furniture Show, but this year the anticipation of a great show has started earlier. With the Main Hall selling out so quickly and some great new exhibitors joining the already stellar exhibitor list, we are looking forward to a busy show and an abundance of new products that will be irresistible to buyers.”

To see the latest designs from traditional to contemporary, colours from soft cool to vibrant bright, visit the Manchester Furniture Show, Manchester Central, 17 19 July. Only 2 hours from London, it’s where you’ll find the best new products on the market this summer.

For a full list of exhibitors and further information visit: www.manchesterfurnitureshow.com

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Contemporary Elegance From Johnson Tiles

Johnson Tiles, the UK’s leading manufacturer and importer of ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, has recently launched contemporary and minimalist new ranges designed to work together to perfectly complement modern interior trends.

Inspired by the latest Scandinavian style, Sawn (pictured on the floor) is an elegant range of woodgrain effect tiles that incorporates the sophistication and delicacy of natural oak into porcelain tiling. Available in six organic colours and three sizes, these porcelain wall and floor tiles are perfectly designed for seamless installation.

Minerals (pictured on the walls), was created to provide a calming serenity and elegant minimalism that works with contemporary interiors. Inspired by the subtle effects of limestone, this porcelain tile range is available in on-trend large formats up to 1800x600mm, effortlessly achieving a fluid and uninterrupted look in organic tones.

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P C Henderson introduces Imperial Patio Kit For Easy Installation

P C Henderson, leading designer and manufacturer of sliding door hardware, has introduced the Imperial Patio Kit, to help builders and installers accelerate the fitting process.

Imperial Patio Kit comes with all the required components and is designed to be flexible as any number of sliding doors can be used on single or multiple lines of track to cover any width of opening. Ideal for both residential and commercial use, Imperial is a bottom rolling system designed for applications with limited headroom or where the structure or lintel is insufficient to hold the weight of the doors.

The hardware is available in two kits, carrying doors weighing up to 200kg. The Master kit comes complete with a high security 6 hook lock and keep plate and a simple height adjustment mechanism, while the Slave door kit comes without the locking mechanisms.

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Gallery MURO – has recently published its spring-summer 2016 collection of original and very limited edition contemporary paintings, photography, glass and ceramics. Interior designers and other property professionals working on boutique hotels, private residences or commercial properties can request the FREE digital catalogue online.

The catalogue features more than 150 carefully selected artworks to buy, rent or commission. Themes include Colour, Line and Shape, Cities, Coast & Country and People.

Prices range from less than £500 up to £10,000+.

For further information and further enquiries please contact: simon@murofineart.com Or visit our website at: www.murofineart.com

STYLE AND PERFORMANCE IN OAKS RESTAURANT WASHROOMS – THANKS TO RELCROSS. PPHE Hotel Group is known for brands that offer quality with an individual style and that’s definitely true of the washrooms attached to Oaks Restaurant and Bar in Nottingham. Reviews on Tripadvisor have likened them to a Butcher’s cold storage room with “Freezer” style doors and Hadrian unpainted steel cubicles. Steel clad walls and stainless steel sink troughs complete the fittings along with bare industrial light bulbs.

Hadrian toilet cubicles are supplied in the UK by Relcross Ltd. They can be supplied to match any RAL paint colour as well as in a number of special effect finishes including brushed or polished stainless steel. The 5 galvannealed steel “Elite” cubicles fitted at Oaks are floor mounted and head rail braced with privacy ensured by using continuous stop and hinge sight line fillers along the door edges.

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plastics, are surprisingly durable although it is true that nothing really matches the ultimate durability of steel. Many companies are realising that the whole life costs of high quality washroom equipment are considerably lower than less robust and less stylish options. We’re confident that Oak’s cubicles will go on looking good for years to come” For further information about Hadrian Toilet Partitions and Lockers visit www.hadrian-cubicles.co.uk, call Relcross on 01380 729600 or email sales@relcross.co.uk

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he project site involves an old country house, built in 1887 in the immediate neighborhood of Lucca and a most recent farmhand’s cottage. The buildings are integrated in the countryside of Lucca and maintain its typical characteristics. Specifically, the buildings are located in a hilly landscape, between gentle slopes, where oaks and chestnuts lick the property.

In this background, the renovation has been directed to both the maintenance and the enhancement of typical elements of the local architecture, such as exposed brick wall, stone of Matraia and chestnut wood.

Pursuing this goal, and in full respect of the typical features, the components and materials used have been revised in a contemporary way, adopting the most appropriate construction techniques, in order to ensure the achievement of the best

possible result. Inside the country house we sought to manually apply, using the traditional spatulas and sponges, natural lime-based plasters that highlight the irregular rocky surface of the walls. The recovery of beams and hollow tiles by sandblasting, is an explicit call to the traditional Tuscan architecture, refreshed by the bleaching of the ceilings.

The exterior was deliberately kept unchanged in surface and holes, in order to maintain its historicity without sacrificing

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the charm. Therefore, we opted for basic external fixtures made of steel. In the garden the large swimming pool is integrated with the surrounding landscape, respecting the vegetation and the secular olive trees, leaved unaltered. The adjacent cottage has been completely renovated inside, opting for contemporary materials and colours: the concrete floor and the black lavatory contribute to give a new identity to the building.

Finally, in the hypogeum you can find a spa area consisting of a large tub and a cedar wood sauna.

LOCATION: Via Lucca, 55027 Bolognana LU, Italy AREA: 320.0 sqm CONSTRUCTION COMPANY: LUCCAEDIL INFIXES: PALLADIO

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Charcon Introduces Andover Range Extensions

Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has introduced six new shades to its popular Andover Washed concrete block paving range.

In response to increased demand from specifiers and contractors for contemporary colour options, three new grey shades – Light, Mid and Dark Grey – have been added to complement the existing Andover range. The collection has been strengthened with the addition of three bespoke shades – Pink Granite, Heather Porphyry and Tuscan Porphyry – which were designed specifically for Leicester’s Greyfriars Conservation Area, ahead of the reinternment of King Richard III in 2015.

The new shades have extended the Andover Washed range from two standard colour options – Silver Grey and Anthracite Charcoal – to eight complementary shades.

Each of the new shades are available in all Andover’s standard size options.

Notts Sport’s New Practice Area Wins High Praise At Leicestershire CCCI

Solispost Illuminated Bollard Gets Even Brighter Notts Sport, the world’s leading supplier of synthetic

cricket surfacing systems, has recently resurfaced Leicestershire County Cricket Club’s indoor training facilities to provide a bespoke solution that’s been a winner with players and coaches alike.

The work has seen the three-lane practice area in the Mike Turner Cricket Centre at Grace Road transformed, with the former synthetic carpet – which had been laid over concrete – removed and replaced with NottsTurf Indoor top surface installed over NottsPad Indoor shockpad base for enhanced performance.

The Notts Sport facility provides a much more consistent and realistic performance in terms of bounce and pace – that’s according to those who’ve used it, from youngsters through to the pros.

Lewis Hill, Leicestershire wicketkeeper and batsman, says: “It’s been fantastic. It is key for us as professional sportsmen to practise on a quality wicket and this is certainly a quality facility to use.

More information is available on www.charcon.com

Further details are available by calling 01455 883730, emailing info@nottssport.com or visiting the website at cricket.nottssport.com

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Our increasingly unpredictable weather patterns have led to a surge of interest in anti-slip decking products to reduce the risk of slipping on wet timber decking throughout the year.

DeckWright can offer architects, builders and developers a fully tested, approved and accredited solution, whether for brand new decking or boards that are already laid.

Manufacturer, WJ Group can anti-slip most specifications of grooved decking at facilities in Hull and Rochester, whilst DeckWright Inserts can be retrospectively applied to add grip, whether for steps, walkways or larger areas.

For further information please contact WJ Group: Phone: 01482 338950 Email: info: wj-group.co.uk Website: www.deckwright.co.uk

Muck-truck®, as the 1st company with this concept, continues as the market leader in pedestrian powered wheelbarrows. Our products are recognised globally by industries in rental, construction, landscaping, recreation parks and utility sectors. We offer products that are designed and manufactured in the UK to the highest quality.

The Max Truck can carry 365kgs/800lbs/8cu ft., will climb a 30º slope fully loaded and is 28 inches wide. The machine is fitted with a Honda GXV160 engine and the Tecumseh Peerless drive transmission/axle which has three forward and one reverse gears.

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Solispost was initially launched just over a year ago and the new brighter lamp is testament to the company’s commitment to adopt technological innovation and improvements in components as soon as they become available. The new LED lamp is manufactured by CREE, market leaders in the manufacture of lighting class LEDs, and provides an impressive 180 lm/W and gives a whiter light. In addition, the standard light beam has been increased to 71°.

The solispost bollard requires no fixed electrical connection and is designed for use along pathways, cycle ways and quaysides.

For further information please visit: www.solispost.com/bollards/

XTESA: Open To The World Completely, Close Your World Hermetically

KE is a company that is constantly investing in innovation to be able to bring cutting edge products to the market, able to meet the most complex demands and to anticipate future trends. The research focuses on one hand on the design and refined details, on the other on the selection of materials for durability, functionality and maintenance of aesthetical plus of the products through time.

The last born of KE is XTESA, a pergola with innovative rolling up fabric instead of packing one. Due to this peculiarity, XTESA is suitable to be installed even in extreme architectural environments, achieving substantial protrusions with contained slopes. In addition, the rolled up fabric guarantees the maximum illumination possible instead of the obstruction to the light of the packed fabric of the pergola.

But that's not all! Xtesa can also be integrated with various options such as the "light & music" kit, the LED lighting and the sound system.

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Landscaping & External Works New EasyClean Technology from TimberTech Makes Outdoor Living Maintenance Free!

Introducing the very latest generation of composite decking technology – the super-low maintenance TimberTech EasyClean range.

TimberTech EasyClean’s polymer capped exterior makes arduous garden and patio maintenance a thing of the past.

EasyClean’s elegant but ultra-hardwearing composite boards will cope with the most testing of conditions, coming clean in seconds with a leisurely wipe down.

The TimberTech EasyClean product range, from outdoor living specialist Greensquares, has a capped option for every homeowner. EasyClean Terrain, the accessible entrypoint composite board, harbours hearty Hardwood references, failsafe functionality and fabulous style. It won’t fade or stain and will keep its bold, vibrant, long-life colour-fast looks for decades.

EasyCleanTerrain+ has the same, super-low maintenance qualities as EasyClean Terrain but additionally displays rich and unique colour infusions that will remain, won’t stain and provide your home with a year-on-year deeply delicious display.

Sleek, solid and substantial, EasyClean Tropical is an indulgent step above; a prime example of the incomparable, super-low maintenance TimberTech wipe clean capped composite. The EasyClean Tropical colour infusion technique showcases the strength, sheen and style of exotic tropical boards and, consistent with the rest of the range, it won’t fade or stain.

TimberTech’s market champion EasyClean Legacy adds sumptuous luxury to wipe clean practicality. Ideally suited for decks where the hard wearing meets refined socialising, it’s a heavyweight board that replicates hand-crafted hardwood but with reliable, year-in, year-out resilience. Captain of the capped composite range, EasyClean Legacy has a stylish, artisan-crafted surface scrolling, rich colour infusions and an ultra-reassuring 25-year residential fade and stain warranty- as with all TimberTech’s EasyClean products.

EasyClean Legacy is perfect for the most testing of garden surroundings. North facing; under trees; near sap-filled greenery or where people’s busy lives take them- EasyClean Legacy repels mould, spillages, frequent footfall impacts and messy garden residue with a simple wipe clean.

Leisure time is precious- get time rich with TimberTech EasyClean, the super-low maintenance decking that’s designed to more than stand up to the hectic lives we all love to lead.

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Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

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VISION LONDON

VISION LONDON

Vision London Returns with over 120 Speakers in its Second Year

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aunched in 2015, Vision is the event for architects, specifiers, clients and suppliers. The place where these communities come together to discuss, debate and showcase the latest innovations and developments in architecture, design and the built environment. The event focuses on new and innovative building products and materials, providing ideas and solutions for new and inventive ways to achieve better building design solutions and comply with ever changing legislation.

Building on the huge success of last year’s launch event, Vision will return to London Olympia on 7 - 8th June 2016, and promises to deliver even more educational content, practical solutions and innovative products for today’s busy construction professional.

Through a series of seminars and case studies delivered by over 120 leading international speakers, alongside a carefully curated exhibition of cutting edge products and solutions, Vision is the meeting place for professionals connected to the built environment and a unique opportunity for suppliers

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to showcase their products.

The extensive CPD accredited seminar programme will cover the themes Future Materials & Systems, Technology Talks, Innovation in Architecture & Design, Building for Health & Wellness, Smart Buildings, Building Modelling Information (BIM) and Offsite Construction.

The Innovation in Architecture & Design stream, sponsored by Marshalls, showcases a broad range of case studies and project types – from the new Alder Hey Children’s Hospital to architect Flanagan Lawrence’s

VISION LONDON acoustic shells on the Littlehampton seafront. The first day of seminars will feature one of the UK’s most innovation-packed homes: SOLCER House in Bridgend, South Wales. This is a one-off demonstration house, designed and constructed as part of the Wales Low Carbon Research Institute’s SOLCER project, which is led by the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University, and supported by Swansea University’s SPECIFIC research project and other partners.

The Building Health & Wellness stream, sponsored by Saint-Gobain, focuses on a number of innovations which are emerging to help measure and enhance wellbeing in buildings.

Saint-Gobain have created the Multi-Comfort standard – a way of designing sustainable, healthy and comfortable buildings that also achieve the Passivhaus standard in energy efficiency. The first UK project built to the standard, a new sports and drama hall for King’s Hawford Junior School in Worcester, designed by Associated Architects, is close to completion. As well as promoting high levels of energy efficiency and thermal comfort in the school, the standard focuses on audio, indoor air and visual comfort to create a quality learning environment for teachers and students.

Stacey Temprell will be outlining the Multi-Comfort concept and the story of the debut UK project as part of the Building Health & Wellness seminar programme on 7 June.

Full details of all other seminar streams are now published on the Vision website, where readers can also register for a free of charge visitor pass to attend the event, giving access to all seminars, the exhibition and networking events.

Vision has also agreed later opening hours for 2016 – as some busy Architects would like to visit the event in the early evening. Opening hours on the 7th June will be 10am until 9pm, with the exhibition continuing into the evening after the main seminar programmes finish. Drinks will be served to all exhibitors and visitors from 5.30pm, who will be able to browse the exhibition, attend the popular Pecha Kucha sessions organised by the NLA and participate in other exclusive evening events to be announced.

Vision London takes place from 7-8 June 2016 at Olympia London.

Register for your free visitor pass today at www.visionlondon.com/ register

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Enamelshades.co.uk

Celebrating 10 Years In Decorative Lighting

Celebrating a decade in business after evolving from an initial start-up in 2006, HFS Specialities Ltd offer the complete solution for your bespoke decorative lighting needs. We’re a team of eight dedicated industry professionals with an overwhelming passion for lighting and love of traditional British products.

The company is based in Birmingham where we source or manufacture most of our range, including our own hand spun enamel lampshades. We’re dedicated to using traditional British made products and local suppliers wherever possible.

We hold stock of a huge range of modern and period fittings as well as having the capability to produce bespoke items to order.

We’ve earned a reputation for excellent customer service and supply only the best products at the best trade prices, all available in stock for next day delivery.

Choose from the UK’s widest range of fabric flex with over 100 styles and the capability to produce bespoke colours

and colour combinations. We can overbraid anything in fabric from telephone cords to speaker cables, multicore cables and control cable!

With our fully trained workshop staff and a background in salvage and restoration we also offer restoration services and can advice on solutions for refurbishment of antique and vintage items to modern electrical standards. Our workshop also supplies pre-wired cordsets for designers, manufacturers and installers worldwide.

We've also got a huge amount of experience in domestic and commercial property development, refurbishment and electrical installation. We've spent our time working on site and we're only too pleased to offer our support and advice to enable you to get the complete solution you're looking for.

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wholesalers, designer-makers to retailers, we understand what you need and can supply to suit.

For online and bricks and mortar resellers we offer real trade pricing without prohibitive minimum order quantities as well as a really simple dropshipping services.

For your next project why not give us a try, check out some of our range at www.enamelshades.co.uk email the friendly team at contact@enamelshades.co.uk or call on 0121 451 1799

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The Lamp Factory — Makers of fine quality lighting and specialists in lamp conversions and restoration. In our workshops in south London we create our designs with an eye for detail, using fine materials and exquisite decorative metal finishing You can choose from our range, adapt from our range or send a drawing for us to work too through our workshops where we cover woodwork, brass machining, metal finishing and a wiring shop that wires to worldwide standards we can create bespoke designs to suit our clients specific needs.

For further information visit our website – www.thelampfactory.co.uk

tLight launches its Apple-certified “Made For iPod, iPhone and iPad” LED Desk Lights With Charging And Sound-Playing Capability The S3 tLight features the very latest LED technology with a CRI of 95, which is close to the perfect light – the sunlight. It additionally features a remote control, Bluetooth 4.0 and 2 integrated 5W speakers powered by Apple’s V2.0C authentication co-processor chip and a high-quality ST processor for a crystal clear sound experience. iPhone or iPod can directly play music when plugged into the Lightning dock or via Bluetooth.

Other devices such as iPad, MacBook or other notebooks and tablets can also connect via Bluetooth to the tLight to play music. The S3 also has integrated Audio Out port to connect the S3 to other Audio systems. It also comes with a USB 2.1A to charge other devices.

The S3 is priced at USD199.

More information at: www.tlight.cc

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NEW Fused Switched Spur with Countdown Timer

GreenBrook’s new fused connection unit with a boost timer is ideal for use with all heating, hot water and lighting systems, including LED. With a flexible boost time ranging from 15 minutes to 23 hours; this products is suitable for typical domestic use (immersion heaters, panel heaters, electric towel rails) however offering an additional advantage for Landlords and Facilities Managers looking to control their electricity consumption. There is also an option to password protect the chosen timings so they cannot be overridden.

This product is designed to fit into a 25mm, 35mm or 47mm back box (an additional pattress is suppled for mounting on a 25mm).

Sales Director Peter Ratcliffe says “The T206-C is the most flexible countdown timer spur in the market offering a wider operating time scale giving our customers greater choice of application with just one product” Available now - See website for details www.greenbrook.co.uk

Just Roof Lanterns offer beautiful hardwood and aluminium roof lanterns designed and built in the UK (Norfolk). Whether you’re researching a potential project or embarking on the start of one, we’re here to help you source the right roof lantern. Working in partnership with the former manufacturer of the prestigious Town & Country Conservatories and utilising our sixty years of industry experience, we offer the finest roof lanterns in the marketplace together with the highest level of customer care.

It maybe that you need a made to measure roof lantern, designed specifically for a particular space. Or perhaps your project allows for some flexibility? In which case, why not consider modifying or indeed shaping your plans to accommodate a lantern from ‘The Collection’, our range of nine standard roof lanterns.

These lanterns are exactly the same quality and refinement as our made to measure ones but being a set size are particularly economical. From the small square named ‘The Markham’ to the large rectangular called ‘The Grosvenor’, we’re confident you’ll find a roof lantern to suit. The other advantage is their quick lead time, approx. 4-6 weeks compared to the more usual 6-8. ‘The Collection’ is available to download from our website.

Whatever type you choose, each roof lantern in manufactured in engineered hardwood, high performance self-cleaning glass and a slender patented aluminium capping on the exterior. Our customers simultaneously enjoy the aesthetics of painted timber on the inside with the maintenance free aspect on the outside. Each lantern is designed to be fixed onto a curb-like detail which rises proud of the supporting flat roof assembly. Again, a cross section of this detail can be downloaded from the website.

All our roof lanterns come in ‘Classic White’ or ‘Slate Grey’ as standard. Customers can choose from a full range of options including colour, ventilation, glazing and ornamentation. Each lantern is pre-assembled for accuracy, arriving on site in kit form. We can supply a comprehensive installation manual or choose our installation service which secures a two year service warranty.

Together with our passion for quality and service, our aim is to make the process from enquiry to installation as transparent, instructive and streamlined as possible.

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STOCKINGER HOTEL ROOM SAFES

Hotel Safe Gold

Hotel CUBE

Hotel Safe Silver

Luxury is more than the sum of all parts, it’s about the atmosphere that arouses emotions and turns the stay in a luxury hotel into an unforgettable experience. The enjoyment of an excellent cuisine and an appealing ambience is the one thing. The other is that feeling of freedom and peace of mind which you can guarantee your guests with the Stockinger Hotel Line.

A Stockinger Hotel Safe is more than a usual hotel safe and the perfect addition to every high-class hotel room. The Hotel CUBE is probably the most extravagant hotel safe ever produced. Multiple layers of high-gloss black lacquer on the outside in combination with a fully chromed handle give this safe his very elegant appearance. Inside you will find two drawers lined in Stockinger Suede, jewellery trays and enough space for documents, jewellery, watches or other valuables.

All Stockinger Hotel Safes can be customized and designed in your corporate identity, lacquered in your preferred colour and engraved with your logo.

THE STOCKINGER GUN CABINET

We are proud to present the launch of our latest addition to our safe family – the Stockinger Gun Cabinet. Manufactured for the most passionate hunters and discerning collectors of fine guns. This safe has the high resistance level ECBS I acc. to EU norm 1143/1. It can hold eight long rifles, has much more space for an interior safe with watch winders or drawers and is operated by a biometric fingerprint system.

Stockinger products combine security, creativity and cra!smanship to form exclusive safes and made-to-measure solutions to storage your precious collection. We will gladly assist you in configuring your own bespoke safe. You can reach us nearly anytime on +49-89-1241389-60 or contact us via email at info@stockinger.com

Latham’s Range Of FR Products Is Second To None

Valchromat Engineered Fibreboard

James Latham’s range of fire retardant products includes HI-MACS® solid surface Design, Irina Stoica; Fabrication, Atvangarde Surfaces; Material, HI-MACS® Alpine White; Photo credit, Alexei Tacu

James Latham offers one of the biggest ranges of high performance, fire retardant panel and timber products on the market, all directly available from stock through its nationwide network of depots.

Fire damage in buildings can be devastating and as a result, flame retardant products are being specified in construction to help reduce this impact.

Latham’s extensive collection of fire retardant products includes; CE marked Birch Plywood, Timber Cladding, Chipboard, MDF, MF/MDF, OSB,

Timber cladding

and Decorative Products for interiors including Valchromat, MFC, HI-MACS solid surface, Laminate and Fire door blanks.

of Application, they can provide the first line of defence in a fire, helping to protect lives in both commercial and residential properties.”

All products are certified and independently tested to Euroclass B or Euroclass C and copies of these reports and the Field of Application are available to download from www.lathamtimber.co.uk

Mr Wright added, “We are continually reviewing our range to ensure we have the most up-to-date offering available for all our customers and our team of knowledgeable and experienced staff can provide information and samples for all these products.”

These fire tests are carried out for the manufacturer by an approved third party and measure readings such as; rate of fire propagation, lateral fire spread, total heat release and smoke production.

Andrew Wright, Director of Lathams Limited said, “The number of projects where Fire Retardant products are being specified is increasing. When the correct fire retardant product is specified and installed in accordance with the Field 76

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A range of Door blanks

Safety & Security

CLARKE INSTRUMENTS LTD FOR CONTROL OF ACCESS –

Manufacturers of turnstiles, vehicle barriers, gate automation, electric strikes, solenoid bolts and gate locks: repair and refurbishment services: installers of access control systems. Our aim is to provide our customers with innovative, practical solutions to the control of access without compromising on quality, reliability or durability.

Our premium quality products are all based on the original design concepts of the company founder, Dr Walter Clarke, and are proven to last.

They are built by craftsmen at our factory in Salisbury to the highest quality standards (ISO9001)

Protecting your assets!

For further information please visit – www.clarke-inst.com E: sales@clarke-inst.com T: 01722 323451

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MODERN HOMES

THE UK’S BIGGEST CONSTRUCTION EVENT IS BACK!

Organised by Media 10, UK Construction Week is back following its successful launch in 2015.

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up Bringing together nine shows under one roof to form the most comprehensive industry event in decades, UK Construction Week will return to the Birmingham NEC on 18 – 20 October 2016.

With some of the industry’s biggest names already signed up including JCB, Kingspan, Screwfix and CEMEX, as well as support from a growing number of leading trade associations, visitors will not want to miss UK Construction Week 2016. In 2015, UK Construction Week attracted more than 24,000 trade visitors and 650 exhibitors and this year’s show is set to be even bigger, building upon the solid platform of the inaugural event.

Not only will the show provide visitors with the chance to benefit from exclusive deals from leading brands but it will also give them the opportunity to network with fellow professionals, learn more about the latest legislation and the future of the construction industry, see the latest innovations first hand and progress their careers through learning new skills.

Lee Newton, CEO of Media 10, commented: “As the largest event dedicated to knowledge sharing, championing good practice and

problem solving, UK Construction Week is the environment for the whole industry to look, talk, plan, learn and do business; providing answers for what, when, where and how we build our future. Research proves that the biggest attraction for visitors is the vast number of products and diverse range of services on offer. There is no other construction event that can compete at this level.”

Some of the key issues that will be discussed on the main stage at the event will be diversity in construction, tackling the skills and housing shortages, BIM and much more, while the individual show feature areas will offer a wealth of further, sector-specific information.

For exhibitors, the event provides a unique opportunity to interact with decision makers and purchasers from across the industry as 70 per cent of the UK’s Top 10 house building firms, 60 per cent of the UK’s Top 100 architectural firms and all of the UK’s Top 20 construction companies attended the show last year. This unique mix of visitors is why so many exhibitors have rebooked from last year’s event and is the key behind UK Construction Week’s success as it brings the whole industry together.

In addition to the comprehensive business offering, UK Construction

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Week will once again host a wide variety of evening entertainment including a casino night at the worldrenowned Genting International Casino, the extremely popular UKCW beer festival and an exclusive launch of the Construction Enquirer Awards. Lee Newton added: “We recognise that taking the time out to attend a trade show is a significant investment no matter the size of the company and so the after hours entertainment programme will provide a valuable extension of the event for professionals to relax and continue to network, particularly to those who have travelled a significant distance.”

Consisting of Timber Expo, Build Show, Civils Expo, Plant & Machinery Live, Energy 2016, Smart Buildings 2016, Surface & Materials Show, HVAC 2016 and Grand Designs Live, UK Construction Week will span five halls of the NEC catering for the entire spectrum of the industry from architect to installer.

With support from trade associations and partners from across the industry UK Construction Week is on course to deliver a relevant, useful and profitable show experience for all who attend.

For more information, booking enquiries and exhibitor testimonials please visit www.ukconstructionweek. com or follow @UK_CW on Twitter.

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HABITAT 67

HABITAT 67

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Habitat 67, an iconic architectural landmark not only in North America but also across the world, marked a beginning.

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he beginning of an organic, dynamic and democratic residential space, where every citizen has its own unique light and space.

This beautifully designed and executed masterpiece catapulted the carriers of Moche Sadie and his team, and inspires architecture ever since. This influence can be found in Ricardo Boffil’s kafka castle (1968), Kisho Kurokawa’s Nkagin Capsule Tower (1972) and even recently in BIG’s mountain Dwelling (2008).

Our project consisted of refurbishing a Habitat 67 unit that was remodeled many times in the past, adding layers of opacity to the original design. As a result, our primary challenge was to renew with its

past design philosophy.

Functional but minimal design of open space was hence chosen as a medium to obtain this concept. This was obtained by removing all interior walls to optimize light management and by adding transparency and reflection of glass to the exposed original cement walls.

A modern touch of moving cubes were introduced in the interior design of the apartment, recalling the fact that these hanging boxes attain equilibrium, in the background of moving water. A conversation between inside and out was consequently restored, in this modern times version of hanging gardens.

Integrating the qualities of a suburban home into an urban high-rise, through a medium of prefabricated forms was

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a revolutionary concept that rethought the apartmentbuilding design in 1967; and we revived this concept, in a weightless and panoramic environment of hanging concrete, in 2015.

Tools, Plant & Equipment

Bosch Announces Five New Multi-Cutters with universal Starlock accessories mounting system

Five new models to suit all professional requirements Three performance classes with accessories for every application ● ‘Snap-In’ Starlock system for tool-free and quick accessory change Bosch is introducing five new models to its range of professional multi-cutters. There are three professional corded tools, the GOP 55-36 Professional, GOP 40-30 Professional and GOP 30-28 Professional and in the professional cordless range, the GOP 18V-28 Professional and GOP 10.8V-28 Professional.

All tools are equipped with the new Starlock accessory mounting system, which has been developed by Bosch collaboratively with Fein. Starlock is a uniform standard mounting system, which allows users to snap accessories quickly and easily onto their oscillating power tools, reducing downtime. ● ●

For further information go to www.bosch-professional.com

NEW From Snickers – The Solid Gear Hydra GTX Safety Shoe.

With the unique BOA closure system for maximum comfort.

Nowadays, good safety shoes are part and parcel of a day’s work on site – just like good working clothes and quality hand tools.

It really isn’t worth wearing cheap boots that make your feet feel as though they’ve been in leaden diving boots all day. That’s why it’s important to choose a shoe that has three key features – protection, comfort and durability.

The Hultafors Group's new ‘Solid Gear’ brand - available through Snickers Workwear stockists in the UK - is revolutionizing footwear on site – just look at the new HYDRA GTX trainer-style safety shoe.

To get more information on Solid Gear – the Next Generation of Safety Footwear - visit the website at www.solidgearfootwear.com alternatively, call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788.

Infrared Trouble Shooting For £181*

Thermal imaging has become essential technology for diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and also for spotting energy loss and other building problems. Not every application, however, needs to be pursued with a fully featured infrared camera and this is why FLIR Systems has introduced its new TG130.

Priced at just £181* (ex VAT), this new Spot Thermal Camera features the FLIR Lepton® core that is the size of a smart phone SIM card. This makes the new TG130 lightweight, ergonomic and pocket portable so it is always available for instant troubleshooting.

The FLIR TG130 is ideal for spotting thermal anomalies which can then be flagged for more detailed thermal inspection. The same unit can be used for looking at heat loss, bad electrical connections, HVAC performance and source water leaks.

For more information go to: www.flir.com/TG130 Video link: https://youtu.be/Gg330B9U9Os

Engel Light Keeps You Cool

Known for its long lasting and superbly fitting workwear with a collection of clothing designed for almost every type of work situation, Danish company, F Engel, is now introducing its range of ‘LIGHT’ garments ready for the Spring and Summer.

Slightly lighter than the company’s standard selections, but still maintaining the same levels of protection and practical benefits, the ‘LIGHT’ two-colour range is made from TC Twill 65% polyester/35% cotton. 250g/m2, ensuring wearers are kept comfortably cool both indoors and when working outside in warmer weather conditions.

A stylish, short jacket with a pleated back for freedom of movement, work trousers with reinforced knee pad pockets, service trousers, a light bib overall, and shorts make up the range, all multi-pocketed and available in a wide choice of sizes.

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Snickers’ ALLROUND Work Trousers – Ready For Everything

The Snickers’ Next Generation Workwear range are modern working clothes that combine amazing fit with hardwearing comfort and advanced functionality.

The WorkTrousers are in a new, contemporary designs packed with innovative features that focus on fit, comfort and freedom of movement using hardwearing fabrics for long lasting protection. The new ALLROUND WorkTrousers the most modern products of their kind with superior knee protection, built-in leg ventilation and a stretch gusset for extra freedom of movement.

Made from a hardwearing nylon ‘Dobby Pro’ fabric with Cordura reinforcements, they not only have a host of handy pockets, but extra features like an advanced side panel design that gives superior weight distribution when carrying tools and fixings.

To get more information call the Helpline on – 01484 854788; check out www.snickersworkwear.co.uk and download a digital catalogue.

Latest And Exclusive Products Available From SCREWFIX

Tradespeople and serious DIYers can now stock-up on even more of the latest trade essentials and innovations, as multi-channel retailer, Screwfix, has released the latest copy of its much anticipated catalogue. It is available to collect free from 458 Screwfix stores nationwide.

Screwfix has teamed up with leading power tool manufacturer DeWalt to bring to market the 18V XR Brushless Combi Drill at the amazingly low price of only £149.99.

Great value on LED light bulbs Contemporary design radiators

The new Screwfix catalogue also offers the versatile range of designer radiators from Moretti meets the needs of the style-conscious.

Fantastic savings available on petrol lawn mowers

Starting from only £149.99 customers can get their hands on a range of high-powered lawn mowers, including the 39cm Mountfield Rotary Lawn Mower.

Shed and fence treatment now available for less For more information visit www.screwfix.com, call 03330 112 112, or pick up a copy of the new catalogue at a local Screwfix store.

NEW Elise Wood & Multi-fuel Fires

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Over 30 years of British design and engineering have gone into creating the UK’s most comprehensive range of high quality woodburning, solid-fuel, gas and electric stoves and fireplaces.

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