House Construction

10 Apr Lino’s share

Julie Dempster, marketing manager, Forbo Flooring Systems looks at the environmental benefits of linoleum. With an influx of manufacturers claiming to have strong environmental credentials, specifiers need to be able to identify the most sustainable products available. In order to select products...

11 Mar Simple measures

A review of insulation materials reveals that PIR provides a simple solution to constructing greener buildings, says Dale Kaszycki, marketing manager, EcoTherm Insulation (UK). While the construction industry continues to work towards the ultimate goal of zero carbon buildings, improving the ener...

12 Feb Future vision

Wool, if it were to be invented tomorrow, would be hailed as an environmental super material, says Mark Lynn, commercial and technical director, Second Nature. In Watford, just north of London, a remarkable building has recently been completed. The Natural House, a project undertaken by The Pr...

10 Jan Refurb challenge

Denise Freeman, head of marketing, Sto discusses how wsing External Wall Insulation Systems can address the big issue of inefficient housing stock. We all know the figures: 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050; 30% of all carbon emissions come from housing; 80% of the houses that will be sta...

18 Dec VIPS: the next generation insulation

New solutions must be found for those problem areas where, increasingly, the space available for insulation is at a premium, says Tony Millichap, technical manager, Kingspan Insulation. VIPS: the next generation insulationThere is increasing pressure on the construction industry to develop new ap...

20 Nov Plumb Center’s eco credentials acknowledged

Plumb Center was recognised as Best Plumbing and Heating Merchant (Environmental Focus) at the recent Builders' Merchants Awards for Excellence. Having been short listed in the final three, the company's dedication to promoting sustainability and renewable technologies throughout its business helped...

14 Nov KHT eco-scheme picked for Green Apple award

A project that helps people save on their energy bills and reduce their impact on the environment has picked up a ‘green’ award. Knowsley Housing Trust’s Save Energy, Save Money scheme received a Green Apple Environment Award at a prestigious ceremony at the House of Commons. Save Energy...

16 Oct National Heat Pump Awards scheme opens for entries

Leading manufacturers, consultants, contractors and end users are being invited to compete for top honours in the forthcoming National Heat Pump Awards 2012. Entries are now invited for eleven categories in the expanded annual awards, which celebrate top technology, projects and personal contribu...

17 Sep CarbonLight Homes offered as a potential benchmark

CarbonLight Homes offered as a potential benchmark Kettering Borough Council is encouraging the developers of the Kettering East Sustainable Urban Extension to consider the key principles of VELUX’s CarbonLight Homes in Rothwell. The 329 hectare site has outline planning permission for 5,500 ne...

14 Aug Brockholes Visitor Centre wins at the Wood Awards

Brockholes Visitor Centre wins at the Wood Awards brockholeBrockholes Visitor Centre, an innovative floating building constructed using glulam timber and SIPs from B & K Structures, has won the Commercial and Public Access category at the prestigious Wood Awards. The awards encourage and promote...