Colour me any shade other than grey
Dare to venture beyond the grey? That is the challenge being thrown out by Gilberts, to brighten British buildingscapes, particularly where large banks of louvres are involved.
Picture frame finish from Metalline
Metalline has worked closely with MTW Architectural to ensure that all materials were delivered on time and to exact specification for the recently done up Unit 25 Cambridge Science Park.
Freefoam celebrates 30-year anniversary
Freefoam Building Products, manufacturer of PVC-U and PVC-UE building products, is celebrating 30 years of trading in 2020.
A stunning Finish from Metalline
Working in close co-operation with building envelope and façade contractor Colorminium, Metalline has produced a range of bespoke 3D twisted fins that will take centre stage on the exterior of the redeveloped Minories Hotel in London.
Façade boss comments on Jenrick’s ‘Get Cladding’ criticism
On April 16, 2020, Robert Jenrick, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, joined with UK mayors to criticise UK contractors for not ‘getting on with’ urgent recladding. Here is a response from Peter Johnson, chairman of Vivalda Group.
Maximising daylight and thermal insulation
Kalwall translucent cladding has been used on the Activity Centre at St George’s College in Weybridge to maximise diffused daylighting and thermal insulation.
Innovative architecture helps keep people moving
Troldtekt wood wool panelling is frequently used to combat the effects of noise and reverberation around large spaces, while offering visual aesthetic appeal.
Does airless plaster mean it’s time to throw-in the trowel?
The SX Airless Plaster range from Baumit is 30% more rapid to install to interior walls than traditional application methods.
The next generation of angle grinding
Makita has launched four new 40V brushless angle grinder models as part of its new XGT range. The 40V lithium-ion battery platform provides users with high levels of power for demanding jobs with the flexibility and portability of being cordless.
MCRMA recruits new systems manufacturer member
The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association has announced BTS Facades & Fabrications as a new member in the systems manufacturer category.