Howard Chapman, Buildingtalk Editor, writes
UK house sales are at their highest for 6 years, according to RICs, and new house building also booming, with Bovis Homes reporting a 77% growth, and Barratt house sales and profits are up. However, some politicians say hoarding’ via land banks is holding back building. But major house builders contend that strategic acquisition of land during the recession has enabled them to react quickly when the market began to lift. What do you think? Have your say via Twitter here.
Take a look at how videos can engage and help promote your company and products. The link below shows how Constructv makes it easy to create promo videos.
We also feature an article from the latest ABC D magazine showing how retailers can cut refrigeration energy bills by 40%. Or you can use this link to read the January ABC&D online or sign-up to get a free copy delivered to your door every month.
Finally, it seems the UK Government plan to cut their £1.3b fund that was helping tackle fuel poverty and reduce carbon emissions from homes. Do send your comments on this and we’ll include them in the next Buildingtalk newsletter.
The refurbishment of a community leisure centre in Wiltshire has been given a paint finish that is more than fit or purpose, thanks to leading paint manufacturer Crown Paints.
Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Case Studies, Facades, Interiors, Paints, Paints, Coatings & Finishes, Posts, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & Renovation, WallsSecurity specialist Mul-T-Lock has launched the new MTL™500 multi-patented mechanical platform, boasting next-level protection for both residential and commercial environments.
Posted in Access Control & Door Entry Systems, Architectural Ironmongery, Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Health & Safety, Innovations & New Products, Security and Fire ProtectionFreefoam has announced the launch of a photographic competition, designed to celebrate and acknowledge the vision and ambition of its installers and homeowners.
Posted in Articles, Awards, Building Industry Events, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Systems, Cladding, Drainage, Guttering, Soffits & Fascias, Facades, Fascias, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & Renovation, WallsWhen considering the right air conditioning unit for a mental health environment, several factors are at play, as Contour has discussed here…
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