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The latest news about Building Products & Structures

30 June 2015

Bauder specified for Hackney residence waterproofing solution

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Bauder was specified for the project to improve the aesthetics and functionality of the podium deck, whilst also ensuring the building was watertight. The client’s main priority for the podium deck was for it to be free draining so that there was no standing water. After exploring various waterproofing solutions, Bauder’s cold liquid applied systems[…]

  • 30 June 2015

30 June 2015

Reynaers CS 86 aluminium doors and window system upgraded

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A modification to CS 86 now allows for the exterior installation of glazing panels, thus avoiding the need to transport glass through buildings. The development also allows the use of larger and heavier glazed panels, including triple glazing up to 500kg. A modification to CS 86 allows glazing panels to be installed on the outside.[…]

  • 30 June 2015

30 June 2015

Roofing products donated to fire-damaged dog rescue home

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The fire started in Dawsmere Kennels’ reception area; it tragically resulted in the loss of three rescue dogs. Thanks to Icopal’s generous roofing products donation, Dawsmere Kennels is one step closer to getting back on its feet Since the devastation, local businesses and customers have joined together to help the charity re-build the damaged area.[…]

  • 30 June 2015

30 June 2015

Knauf products specified for Wienerberger e4 brick house concept

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The first Wienerberger e4 brick house was recently launched at BRE’s Innovation Park. The e4 brick house concept:   Aims to create an archetype for future UK housing Developed in conjunction with ARUP to address need for affordable, sustainable homes Based on four fundamental principles of economy, energy, environment and emotion Provides homeowners with flexibility[…]

  • 30 June 2015

29 June 2015

Stormshield range protects Belfast residence from the elements

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The house had cracks emerging in the exterior paintwork as a result of the inadequate water-based product originally applied, leaving the building materials vulnerable to damage and decay. The house had cracks emerging in the paintwork which left the building vulnerable to decay. The Stormshield range Rainbow Decorators used Johnstone’s Alkali Resisting Primer to prevent[…]

  • 29 June 2015

  • 26 June 2015

26 June 2015

Crown Trade offers authentic shades with modern appeal

Posted on by KoruEditor

Stretching back hundreds of years, the collection features the major design movements of Palladian and Neo-Classical, Regency, Arts & Crafts, Gothic Revival, Victorian Eclectic, Art Deco and post-war ’50’s Sketchbook’. The collection enables specifiers to introduce shades that are personal to the design of a historic building. The Historic Colour Collection features 120 colours within[…]

  • 26 June 2015

26 June 2015

Decra roof tiles and underlays set industry benchmark

Posted on by KoruEditor

BS 5534 provides the industry with guidance on best practice relating to the installation of pitched roofs, as well as the changes to the standard focus on improving the security of the roof structure. Three elements of the standard have been revised – fixing, mortar bedding and underlays. Decra roof tiles and underlay products are[…]

  • 26 June 2015

25 June 2015

Liquid waterproofing system wins award for successful airport refurbishment

Posted on by KoruEditor

Waterproofing Heathrow Terminal 3 Icopal’s liquid waterproofing system, Elastoflex, was used in the refurbishment of London Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3 Icopal’s liquid waterproofing system, Elastoflex, was used to replace the old system, which was installed in the roof of Heathrow’s Terminal 3. Mitie Roofing undertook the refurbishment, working carefully to ensure there was no disruption[…]

  • 25 June 2015

24 June 2015

Stormshield protects Yorkshire hospital wing from the elements

Posted on by KoruEditor

Completed seven years ago, the Hadfield Wing is one of the most recent additions to the hospital. The full front elevation of the building features a mix of rendered masonry and timber cladding which was in need of refreshing. Stormshield was specified for the rendered masonry and timber cladding. GML Maintenance and Refurbishment specified Johnstone’s[…]

  • 24 June 2015