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...]
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...]
British Gypsum Achieves Industry First Bes 6001 ‘excellent’ Rating
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. This means that British Gypsum can offer a full system … [Read more...]
Catnic Gains Certification For Responsible Sourcing Of Construction Products
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 customers that their products have been made with … [Read more...]
The Renovation #15: British Gypsum Drops In
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 biggest topics on The Plasterers Forum® was magnetic plaster and with the help and support of British Gypsum, we have … [Read more...]
Knauf Boosts Airless Readymix Plaster Range
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 – Knauf Airless Backing, Knauf Airless DuraDeco, Knauf Airless Finish and the … [Read more...]
Architects Benefit From British Gypsum Magnetic Plaster
The UK’s leading planning and design consultancy, Barton Willmore has created an interactive presentation space for employees and visitors in their new Head Office in the centre of Reading using British Gypsum’s innovative Thistle Magnetic Plaster. When designing the new space, Barton Willmore recognised the need to create an interior which really furthered and encouraged creativity and … [Read more...]
Hi-spec Render By Saint-Gobain Weber For Hi-spec New Homes
High performance monocouche render by Saint-Gobain Weber has been used on a stylish contemporary development by Cotswold Homes Limited, Gloucester. The boutique collection of five three-storey homes at Horizon, Clevedon, command captivating views of the sea and Britain’s only Grade 1 listed pier. Cotswold Homes bought the land, previously recreational land for a local convent, with planning … [Read more...]
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