British Gypsum’s new Silent Floor solution has achieved Quiet Mark approval from the Noise Abatement Society in recognition of its ability to minimise internal noise travelling within the home. The innovative Silent Floor system, which is part of the manufacturer’s ‘Rooms Made for You’ range, offers enhanced sound insulation performance for internal floors, achieved through special resiliently … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Achieves ISO 50001:2011 Certification For Energy Management
British Gypsum has achieved certification to ISO 50001:2011, the Energy Management System standard, thanks to the company’s on-going commitment to improving its energy management. The drylining systems manufacturer has put in place a number of energy management initiatives over the last few years, including parent group Saint-Gobain’s CARE:4 standard, which requires all the company’s office … [Read more...]
British Gypsums Unifinish Selfie Competition
To celebrate the launch of British Gypsum Unifinsh they would like you to get involved in the their selfie competition. The prizes are not your standard prizes British Gypsum are giving away ten weekend trips away for two to dublin which includes flights and B&B stay. I have to say the prizes from British Gypsum are getting bigger and bigger, recently a member on The Plasterers Forum® won a … [Read more...]
Keep Black Mould At Bay With Safeguard Dryzone System Paint
Guaranteed to protect against black mould for five years, Dryzone System Mould Resistant Emulsion Paint from Safeguard Europe provides lasting protection against the effects of condensation and is easily applied over standard paint finishes. Black mould is a particular problem in tenanted properties where moisture build-up from cooking, showering and drying clothes condenses on cold surfaces when … [Read more...]
The Plasterers Forum Offers Support For Theft Victim
The Plasterers Forum® is a place where plasterers all over the UK and slowly the world comes and talks about plastering and related subjects but sometimes the topics are not what people want to hear. One day, we have a thread was started by a member (Peter), and it was that his van was stolen and the police had recovered the van, but the thieves had taken all of his tools. I think everybody … [Read more...]
The Renovation Project #18: British Gypsum UniFinish
After using magnetic plaster yesterday I was in a good mood to have a go at British Gypsums new and improved UniFinish plaster on the other three walls in the room. Thistle UniFinish is a plaster that does not require the use of PVA or any other bonding agent prior to applying the plaster to the background. Thistle UniFinish sounds like a dream to plasterers, the thought of never having … [Read more...]
Saint-Gobain Weber Receives ‘project Of The Year’ And ‘best Domestic High Rise Refurbishment’ In INCA 2014 Awards
In the Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) Awards 2014, Saint-Gobain Weber has received Project of the Year and Best Domestic High Rise Refurbishment awards for the Kilburn Gate, North London, thermal upgrade programme completed in 2013. This project was delivered as part of Camden Council’s ‘Better Homes’ campaign in which substantial reductions of up to 40% in energy costs … [Read more...]
Isover Technology Offers Airtight Solution For William May Developments
Saint-Gobain Isover has provided housebuilder William May Developments with innovative airtightness membranes and high-performance insulation to optimise thermal efficiency and moisture management in a new development in Bestwood Village, Nottingham. The manufacturer’s Vario Membrane System was selected for the construction of 18 timber framed housing units, following a decision by William May … [Read more...]
Plasterers Join Brickies And Chippies On Constructions Most wanted List
The latest trade survey carried out by the Federation of Master Builders shows continuing growth in nearly all of the sectors but almost half of the companies struggling to find the skilled labour that they need. In the three months leading up to September 2014. The net balance for the overall workloads remained positive for the sixth quarter on the run. Only one 10th of the firms reported lower … [Read more...]
The Renovation #17: Getting Stuck In With Magnetic
The Plasterers Forum® and Plasterers News™ have been discussing Thistle Magnetic Plaster for what seems like a lifetime and it has been a popular topic and continues to be a hot topic on both the forum and on the Facebook pages. So having the chance to actually get some on my own walls was going to be very exciting. Well today was the first day in using the magnetic plaster, Itt was going in the … [Read more...]
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