The Plasterers Forum is not just a plastering community but a place for Plasterers and like minded people to hang out and chat and as with most conversations that happen in a pub one of the subjects is going to be about sport. In fact there was so much discussion about sport between the members that I started a sports bar section on the forum and this is only available to members that have posted … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Extends Glasroc H TILEBACKER Range
British Gypsum has extended its Glasroc H TILEBACKER range, meaning installers can now achieve a perfect ready-to-tile surface for both floors and walls. Following the introduction of Glasroc H TILEBACKER in a 6mm format, the pre-primed board range is now available as a whole room solution. “We launched Glasroc H TILEBACKER in 2011 and following great feedback from customers, we’ve decided to … [Read more...]
Onesure Plasterers Insurance
As we all know times have been tough for businesses in the UK. The amount of rising costs don’t help! One of those particular costs that a lot of people are talking about, is the rise in cost of Insurance. Not only do you have to cope with the demands and challenges of the competitive plastering market you work in, there is also the added cost of higher insurance prices. As frustrating as this … [Read more...]
Knauf GIFAfloor Takes Access Flooring To Another Level
Immensely strong and versatile, Knauf GIFAfloor systems are ideal for raised floor areas requiring continuous or hard finishes such as stone or large format porcelain. A perfect substitute for screed, they also remove a wet trade from site and so save time in the construction programme. Manufactured from calcium sulphate, this robust partial-access raised floor system makes it easy to run … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Reveals New-look Website
Plaster and drylining manufacturer, British Gypsum, has launched a new website. Found at www.british-gypsum.com, the new-look site has been re-designed for straightforward navigation, helping customers find the information they need quickly and easily. One of the new features of the website is a handy product selector that helps users explore British Gypsum’s range of solutions. “When … [Read more...]
Isover Announces Student Design Competition Winners
Leading insulation manufacturer Saint-Gobain Isover has announced the UK winners of its prestigious design competition for architecture students. The annual Isover Multi-Comfort House Student Contest provides a showcase for British talent at undergraduate and post-graduate level and is internationally acclaimed by industry professionals. Teams from the University of Dundee and the University of … [Read more...]
Saint-gobain Isover Named As A ‘top Employer 2013
Leading insulation manufacturer, Isover, has been recognised as a ‘Top Employer 2013’, after parent company Saint-Gobain was awarded with the accolade by the CRF Institute. The research organisation, which identifies businesses with outstanding working practices, recognised Saint-Gobain and its companies for setting a precedent in working conditions and career opportunities. As part of the … [Read more...]
The Plasterers Forum Hits 300,000 Posts
The Plasterers Forum has been around since late 2006 and has grown to be massive. We have got nearly 15,000 members now and and the forum is extremely lively (except when there is football on) and over the years we have discussed almost every single topic known to man but that doesn't stop people coming back and posting more. I have met many members from the forum and I have grown to be very good … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Launches New Thermal Laminates
British Gypsum has extended its internal lining laminate range with the launch of new Gyproc ThermaLine PIR. The highly efficient PIR foam and Gyproc plasterboard combination is designed to improve thermal insulation in both new and existing buildings. Designed to provide greater thermal performance at a lower thickness than standard laminates, Gyproc ThermaLine PIR is ideal for upgrading … [Read more...]
British Gypsum To Showcase Social Housing Solutions At Cih 2013
British Gypsum will provide an overview of its solutions for social housing at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Conference and Exhibition (25-27 June 2013, Manchester Central). On stand F37, the plaster, plasterboard and drylining manufacturer will showcase its portfolio including a number of cost-effective, hard-wearing plasters and plasterboards. Harjit Sandhu, residential sector … [Read more...]
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