Reynaers Aluminium has announced that its MasterPatio Bi-Part door has achieved PAS 24 (Performance Assessment Specification - PAS 24:2022). After undergoing extensive testing to assess the resistance of the doors to forced entry, the MasterPatio bi-parting door configuration is now PAS 24 certified ensuring it can meet enhanced security requirements. The robust testing behind this certification ensures that it is approved for use in new build projects, demonstrating that the

After much anticipation, CR Laurence UK has officially launched its brand-new website, delivering a faster, smarter and more intuitive online experience for customers across the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands.  This long-awaited milestone for the business provides a new platform that has been developed to make it easier than ever for customers to find the products they need and place orders quickly and efficiently. The site represents a significant step forward in functional

Dating back to 1793, Trianco has always been known as the 'Rolls-Royce’ of boilers. The brand can trace its origins back to the Industrial Revolution and the foundation of Newton Chambers. The firm had grown out of coal mining and iron founding into a major group of diverse operational companies. By the 1850s, it was making coal fire ranges at Thorncliffe near Sheffield. Fireplaces, back boilers and free-standing heating stoves followed, and, in 1873, the company was awarded

Leading wood surface specialist Havwoods is delighted to unveil its latest WoodBook, released as the brand proudly celebrates 50 years of design-led excellence. The second  book in Havwoods’ 50th anniversary series reflects five decades of craftsmanship, innovation and material expertise, presenting a curated guide to the latest product developments, fresh design possibilities and expanded material options for interior and architectural projects. The WoodBook is packed with b

Smith Goodfellow, a built environment specialist PR & Marketing consultancy, has been confirmed as an official sponsor of Construction EXPO North 2026. Taking place on Thursday 30th April 2026 at Bolton Stadium Hotel, Construction EXPO North is a brand-new event expected to attract 300+ attendees and 50+ exhibitors from the construction and manufacturing sectors across the North of England. The event plays a key role in supporting regional economic growth, skills development,

Here Gordon Hines, UK Technical Manager at SFS Group Fastening Technology Ltd , discusses how the company is aligning its technical services and product information with the expectations of the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI). Since the publication of the Hackitt Review in 2018, the construction industry has been on a journey of cultural and procedural change. The subsequent Building Safety Act has brought greater definition to those requirements by placing a

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural collections with the introduction of bio-attributed resins in European production locations. This enhancement applies to – Interpon D Futura, Anodic, Stone Effect, Natural Metals, Terracotta and Précis Ultra Matt and Interpon D2525 Low-E– collections trusted by architects for their durability, design freedom and long-lasting appearance.     The improvement has been ma

Natural stone has been used in building and construction for thousands of years, but it was in the eighteenth century – when classically inspired country houses rose in popularity – that it became the preferred material of choice for the building industry. Can cast stone be considered a viable alternative? Katherine Kates, Production Director at Haddonstone , discusses the main differences between the two types of stone and tells us why cast stone can be a cost-effective alte

Perched on the edge of Lewes with far-reaching views across the South Downs,  Dacres is a striking bespoke family home designed to maximise light and make the  most of its connection to an extraordinary landscape. Set within the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the house adopts an innovative inverted layout, placing the principal living spaces on the upper floors so that the most-used rooms enjoy the biggest skies and longest sightlines. Designed by sustainable