Transforming architecture, one facade at a time
In this article, Simon Buckmaster, technical and sales services manager at James Hardie, discusses facades and their importance, noting what’s vital when choosing a material and innovations to come.
Getting to know Steve Coppins
In this latest interview in the Spotlight series with the Fixfast management team, we feature Steve Coppins – Head of Customer Service, who explains how the business has built a reputation for great customer interaction.
Benefits of rendering vs cladding
Both of these exterior improvements are becoming increasingly popular all over the UK, with cladding being much more common in modern times and rendering being much more traditional.
New guidance on balcony and terrace design
Sarah Spink, chief executive officer of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association, explains how the new British Standard 8579:2020 affects how balconies and terraces are designed, and the impact on the waterproofing industry.
Ten Minutes with Sam Jones
Sam Jones of SIG Building Solutions discusses with RCI how she got into the business and the grass-roots initiative to help women thrive in the industry.
New code sets new standards for flat roofing
The British Standards Institute (BSI) has published the BS 6229: 2018 - flat roofs with continuously supported flexible waterproof covering ¬– code of practice
Five tips for estimating the bid for your next roofing job
Are you a contractor or handyman who is about to bid on your next roofing job? If so, you'll want to consider all the necessary materials and labor costs. In order to help you out, we've put together a guide on how to estimate the bid for your next roofing job.
Ten minutes with Keith Toner
RCI sits down to talk to Keith Toner, managing director at Spanwall, to discuss the highlights of his career and how his experiences have shaped him to become the leader he had to be during the pandemic.
Inferior battens could be putting roofers at risk
Following concerns about inferior battens coming into the market, Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director for Marley, answers contractors' questions about safety and roofing battens
Secure, thermally uncompromising fixings for externally insulated walls
Mark Newell, sales engineer for ETICS fastening products at EJOT UK, discusses attaching external elements to walls that have been treated with external wall insulation systems