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Wright & Wright's scheme for Lambeth Palace Library & Archive granted
Wright & Wright are working on a single national library and archive for the National Church Institutions of the Church of England at Lambeth Palace in London.
Located on the south bank of the River Thames opposite the Palace of Westminster, the new building will take the form of an ‘occupied wall’, rising to create a nine-storey tower, a sensitive addition which will animate the skyline of Lambeth Palace. Read more... | | |
British consumers projected to spend £35bn on home improvements by the end of the year
British homeowners are set to spend an estimated £35bn upgrading their homes by the end of the year.
Despite the country’s current economic and political uncertainty, six out of ten Brits look set to splash the cash on home refurbishments and upgrades to the tune of about £1,500 per project. Read more... | |
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Delabole Slate: The Natural Choice
 | | Delabole Slate is the centuries old trade name for products of the Delabole Slate Quarry, the oldest working slate quarry in England and the only source of Delabole Slate.
Our unique material is internationally renowned for its superb durability and aesthetic appeal as well as for its historical importance, being used in many prestigious and ancient buildings across Great Britain and the Commonwealth. Although over 10 million tonnes has already been mined from the quarry in the last 1000 years, we still have mineral reserves for another millennium. Read more... |
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UK Veneering - Decorative wood veneered panels made to order
 | | From plain veneered panels made to order, to producing panels cut to size, solid timber lipped, then over-veneered and sanded. Or alternatively we can veneer our customers own panels, furniture and doors - we even produce veneer layons for our customers to apply themselves.
Our combination of traditional veneering skills, together with the application of CAD/ CAM laser technology, allows our customers to create almost any design. Read more... | |
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SWIGA Guarantee provides peace of mind
 | | Set up by industry to encourage continuous industry quality improvements through the use of its unique quality framework.
SWIGA provides direct support to the customer through its extensive network of member’s expertise.
The SWIGA guarantee offers cover for; external wall, internal wall and hybrid systems for traditional solid wall properties, non-traditional properties such as no-fines concrete and frame buildings. As well as providing cover for low and high rise apartments. Read more... |
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Kemper System delivers a lesson in flexibility with a façade solution at the University of Warwick
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The University of Warwick celebrated its 50 year anniversary in 2015 and many of the buildings on its Gibbet Hill Campus were purpose-built when the University was first established. Amongst these is the Life Sciences Building, which was constructed in 1965 and contains a lecture theatre, research labs and teaching spaces as well as offices and a café.
While the building is structurally sound, the building envelope had started to show signs of wear and tear and its distinctive black and white tile cladding was in urgent need of repair. Read more... | |
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Wood Floors - Tinted to Perfection
 | | Osmo Polyx®-Oils are developed from natural oils and waxes to provide the most hardwearing and durable protection for wooden flooring and furniture.
All the renowned properties of the original Polyx®-Oil, tinted for individual creativity. Polyx®-Oil Tints are water-repellent, dirt-resistant and durable. The surface is pleasant to touch, has an even and harmonic optic and is based on natural, renewable raw vegetable materials. Read more... |
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CFS Illusion – Mix & match heavy duty carpet tiles
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Illusion is a hard wearing, loop pile carpet tile consisting of 10 plain colours and 8 complementary linear patterns.
This dynamic carpet tile collection, ranges from neutral greys to striking reds, can be installed independently or in combination allowing endless design options. Having solution dyed nylon yarn means this modern tile meets the demanding requirements of today's high traffic school environments. Read more... | |
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Vision 2017 – The event for architects, designers, specifiers and their clients 6-7 June, Olympia London. www.visionlondon.com | | |
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International products and speakers take centre stage at Vision 2017
This year, Vision will showcase the best products and designers from both the UK and around the world. The event will explore the incredible ways in which new and old materials are being used in the construction of buildings. Across two days, a host of projects from across Europe will be presented, with technological innovation at their core. Read more... | | |
Register Today for your free ticket to Vision 2017. | |
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Rubik’s Cube roof solved by Contour Roofing and Sika Sarnafil
 | | Following last year’s NFRC Roofing Awards win, Sika Sarnafil Registered Contractor Contour Roofing, has once again been recognised for its outstanding work, making the shortlist in the Single Ply category.
With the success of its previous award-winning project, Ewart Grove, a London residential new build, Contour was called on again by client Paul Simon Homes to offer a premium waterproofing solution for Cheltenham House. Read more... |
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Laser technology provides precision to your prototype
 | | The use of a laser cutting and engraving machines for architectural prototyping provides a wide range of benefits over traditional methods such as milling, plotting and saw cutting.
Trotec Laser, manufacturer of laser machines, explains how laser technology can bring advantage to architectural model making, including reducing production time by up to 80%. Read more... | |
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SentryGlas® IONOPLAST INTERLAYER
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Superior strength, lasting beauty
The SentryGlas® interlayer is five times stronger and up to 100 time stiffer than conventional laminating materials. With this kind of strength the glass can be a more active structural element in the building envelope, opening up design possibilities that didn’t exist before. Besides its strength, SentryGlas® ionoplast interlayer retains its clarity – even after years of service. Unlike other interlayers, SentryGlas® ionoplast interlayer is much less vulnerable to moisture exposure or yellowing over time. Read more... |
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Sprayfoam Roof Insulation
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The PermaSeal sprayfoam system will restore, insulate and extend the life of your roof.
Recent research indicates that poor roof insulation results in a 40% heat loss through the roof of any residential property. Roofs insulated with the Polyurethane Spray Foam System will reduce heating bills by up to 20% per annum. In effect the spray foam insulation system could pay for itself within 5 years following installation. Read more... | |
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Mr Slim R32 models bring advanced benefits at the same price
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Mitsubishi Electric has launched of a new range of air conditioning units utilising the new refrigerant R32 which will be available at the same price as the equivalent R410A units.
The R32 Mr Slim Power Inverter split type models are the second product range in the company’s UK line-up to utilise R32 refrigerant – which has a low global warming potential (GWP). Read more... |
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New Brochure Now Available
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After having celebrated 50 years in the business on 24th November 2016, the launch of the brochure will help to cement Yeoman Shield’s position as market leaders and innovators in the wall & door protection industry.
Guided by the requirements and wants of their client base, the updated brochure includes full product data, technical drawings, case studies and vibrant project photography as well as a full colour range chart. Read more... | |
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Refurb Renovation News
Issue 24
Refurb Renovation News is the UK's leading product magazine designed as a useful tool for professional specifiers and buyers who are involved within the restoration, renovation and conservation of commercial & domestic buildings throughout the U.K.
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