British Gypsum is calling for all budding plasterers from across the country to submit examples of their best work to be in with a chance of winning one of five PS4s. The company is celebrating the success of its Learning Hub with the launch of the #BGshoutout competition, giving all plastering apprentices a chance showcase examples of their best work across a variety of social media platforms … [Read more...]
Knauf Helps Canary Wharf Skyscraper Hit High Notes
One of the most desirable office addresses in London, 25 Churchill Place, has been constructed using a wide range of Knauf products throughout, from the external soffits to the lift shafts and even the bathrooms. The 23-storey skyscraper completes the original Canary Wharf masterplan and was designed by the award-winning architectural practice Kohn Pederson Fox Associates. Standing 130m tall, … [Read more...]
Saint-gobain Weber Ewi Warms Single-skin Homes In Ilkeston Through Npower Eco Partnership
Saint-Gobain Weber’s External Wall Insulation (EWI) has been specified by East Midland Homes (EMH) in the thermal and aesthetic upgrade of dwellings in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. This 20-property pilot scheme is the first of its kind in a strategic partnership between npower and is supported by Greenworks, part of the Saint-Gobain Group, for the delivery of EWI in an Energy Company Obligation (ECO) … [Read more...]
The Makita UT1600 1800w Plaster Mixer Review
After I received news about the new Makita plaster mixer, I decided to get in touch with them and see if I can get a closer look as I feel that there is room within the industry for a new mixer company and why not a Makita mixer? I have only ever owned two mixers in my life, but I have used many different ones and also broken a couple of the other plasterer’s mixers as well, I got the nickname … [Read more...]
Magnetic Plaster Frequently Asked Questions
Magnetic plaster from British Gypsum has been the topic of conversations throughout the plastering industry for most of 2014, and I am expecting it to continue right through 2015 because it is a cracking product that really grabbed my imagination from day one I have had the pleasure of use using a massive amount of magnet plaster over the last few months and not only at the British Gypsum head … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Encourages Sustainable Construction With Lca Guide
Following on from the recent introduction of its first eight Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), British Gypsum has launched its Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Guide — an informative manual on the LCA process for specifiers. The new guide details how LCA are carried out, and explains how they can help specifiers minimise the environmental impact of their building processes and comply with … [Read more...]
Knauf Render Systems Darken Colour Choices For Insulated Facades
Knauf has launched Fassadol TSR, a facade paint which allows dark colours to be used on externally insulated walls, without the risk of overheating. Conventional paint use can lead to problems, with darker surfaces retaining heat and reaching temperatures of 70o or more in sunny weather. These high temperatures can cause external wall insulation (EWI) to expand and contract, and potentially cause … [Read more...]
Safeguard Product Expertise In One Handy Volume
Safeguard has published the third edition of its product guide, encompassing 30 years of innovation within its 48 pages. Covering the Dryzone, Stormdry, Vandex, Oldroyd, Soluguard and Brickfix brands, the guide leads the reader through the different products and systems, and provides useful background information. Alongside Safeguard’s established and popular products such as Dryzone … [Read more...]
Isover Launches New Installer Training Course
Leading insulation provider, Saint-Gobain Isover, has launched a new training course to help contractors, dry-liners and plasterers learn about its advanced Optima Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) system. Participants will be able to gain hands-on experience in installing the solution, helping them provide energy saving solutions for customers with solid wall properties. Aimed at existing IWI … [Read more...]
External Wall Insulation Transforms Apartment Blocks In Camden
In the London Borough of Camden, external wall insulation (EWI) by Saint-Gobain Weber was specified for the thermal upgrade and aesthetic refurbishment of hard-to-treat apartment blocks built in the early-1900s. The selected properties, namely St Margaret’s House, St Joan’s House and St Martin’s House, are owned and managed by Origin Housing who provide essential affordable housing in north London … [Read more...]
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