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
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
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
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
A little while ago I wrote about the topic of getting work from using The Plasterers Forum, and I also highlighted the importance of getting involved and interacting and posting on The Plasterers Forum as this is a way of gaining work and getting to know people, and this in
We are at the stage now where I need to get rooms ready for plastering, and this means making that massive leap and getting the new windows fitted. We had a bit of a palarva getting quotes from companies and Safestyle were a nightmare. They continuously harassed myself and my
British Gypsum has become the first manufacturer in the industry to achieve a BES 6001 ‘Excellent’ rating for its plaster, plasterboard and metal partition systems. UK manufactured Gyproc plasterboards, Glasroc specialist boards, Thistle plasters, Gypframe metal and Gyproc Cove have all been awarded the highest possible rating to BES 6001.
Catnic has become the first lintel manufacturer in the UK to acquire the BRE responsible sourcing standard BES6001 for its construction products. The BES6001 standard was published in response to the UK Governments’ increasing focus on sustainable development and will enable construction product manufacturers, such as Catnic, to prove to
British Gypsum have been supporters of The Plasterers Forum® and Plasterers News™ for many years and over these years, I have had the pleasure of using and experimenting with new products and to be honest it’s a part of what I do that makes it very interesting. One of the
In response to market demand and the growing popularity of piston pump spray machines Knauf is introducing an enhanced range of Airless Readymix Plasters that offers an extremely efficient alternative to traditional plasters for finishing walls and ceilings. Every finishing need is met by the four products in the range
After my day trip to the 100% Design show at Earls Court on Wednesday, I was all prepared and ready for the Professional Builder Tool Show which was being hosted at the Ricoh Arena which is in/near Coventry. I was staying at my parent’s home for a couple of nights
The Tower, at 23-storeys is the tallest tower block in Cwmbran, South Wales, and has undergone a dramatic upgrade in both thermal performance and aesthetics with the use of Saint-Gobain Weber External Wall Insulation (EWI). U-values have been substantially improved and, occupying a very focal position in the town, the
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