What’s Smart about burying a Smart Meter?

Smart meters are seen as a significant part of the solution to reducing domestic water usage. Thames Water have recorded post installation savings of 12-17%. However, existing infrastructure does not provide the best environment for this new technology. Following multiple... View Article

CCF launches its groundbreaking new carbon report tool

Leading interior building products distributor CCF is taking carbon calculations to the next level with the launch of CCF Connect – a bespoke new reporting tool that provides a comprehensive and shareable assessment of the carbon impact of the building... View Article

Future-Proofing Apartment Blocks with Smart EV Charging

A scalable, regulation-ready approach to EV charging can save housing providers from costly mistakes. Benefits: 5-year parts & labour guarantee MID certified & OCPP 1.6J compliant 80% installation cost savings Smart load & phase balancing Zero subscription fees options The... View Article

Designer Contracts launches part one of new summer portfolio

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has released the first of an exciting two-part launch of new and revitalised products for Spring/Summer 2025. Wave one features an all-new domestic vinyl collection and three additions to its extensive carpet portfolio.... View Article

Meet the Marley Specification team at Housing25

Partnering with Social Housing providers to build better UK housing Cost control, regulatory compliance and resident comfort can all be enhanced by the right roof specification. Join Marley at Housing 2025, Manchester Central Convention Complex, 24 to 26 June, and... View Article

Designer Contracts achieves Elite status

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has completed the construction industry recognised Common Assessment Standard to achieve the coveted Elite status. Designed to advance safe and sustainable business practices and set benchmarks for supply chain compliance, the assessment is... View Article

Don’t just box it, Pendock it!

The Pendock Profiles range of specialist pipe boxing and casing solutions is one of the most comprehensive available, and is already a common feature in countless projects across the UK including heating system refurbishment, boiler upgrades and retro-fit fire sprinkler... View Article

10 EV Charging Must-Knows for Housing Providers

With the shift to electric vehicles accelerating, housing providers must navigate complex infrastructure, cost, and accessibility challenges to stay ahead. These 10 key considerations will help you make smarter, future-ready decisions on EV charging in 2025. 10 considerations for housing... View Article

BAL celebrates DOUBLE success at TTA Awards 2025!

BAL are celebrating after winning Best Innovation at this year’s Tile Association (TTA) Awards and also scooping the Best Environmental Initiative as part of ARDEX Group UK. The TTA Awards 2025 took place at The Hilton Metropole on Friday 16th... View Article

C-TEC announces 5-year warranty on its CAST-powered products

C-TEC has announced that all its CAST-powered products will have a new 5-year warranty from 1 May 2025. CAST (C-TEC Addressable System Technology) is C-TEC’s own proprietary life-safety system protocol. Hailed as the world’s most-advanced distributed intelligence fire alarm system... View Article

Fast and Clean Luxury Vinyl Installs with Flex Pro Pure

Flex Pro Pure is the improved self-adhesive underlay from Unilin Flooring that makes it fast and easy to install Moduleo dryback luxury vinyl floors. For large scale projects, such as BTR, private housing developments, student accommodation and more, speeding up... View Article

Where are fire doors required in a building?

Fire doors are a key element of passive fire protection in UK buildings. Designed to resist fire and smoke, they protect escape routes, slow the spread of fire, and give occupants time to evacuate. Their installation is mandatory under the... View Article