An unseen danger: Toxic fire retardants in construction
Despite timber's sustainability credentials yielding a surge in popularity, Ian King, COO of Zeroignition, examines the material's fire-retardant chemicals' toxicity.
How to stay on top of the new roofing standards
John Mellor of Glidevale Protect provides an overview of the NHBC Standards 2024 in terms of ventilation guidance when integrated, in-roof solar PV panels are being installed and offers solutions for compliance.
Building a fireproof future
Jamie Harvey, head of product development at Dalply explores the alternative cladding materials available on the market in the wake of Grenfell to prevent fires happening on high rises.
Heriot-Watt University warns construction workers as temperatures soar
With the heatwave set to make Britain hotter than Jamaica and Turkey this week, Heriot-Watt University has warned that 3.1 million outdoor construction workers in the country might be at serious risk of skin cancer.
TRA issues new fire safety guidance for trussed rafter ceiling constructions
The new guidance from the Trussed Rafter Association provides builders with design options to meet the fire resistance requirements for trussed rafter ceiling constructions in individual homes.
Is uPVC more beneficial for harsher winters?
Jon Cooper, manager at BC Profiles, talks to RCI about why uPVC may help you protect your home better in harsher weather
Living roof fire safety: what you need to know
With the spotlight on building fire safety, Mark Harris, chairman of the UK Green Roof Organisation and Jonathan Brown, Fixfast’s living roofs expert, explains what architects and contractors need to know to design and install safe living roofs.