Clay plasters have been used in buildings in the UK and all over the world for thousands of years, and a lot of people do not realise that there are probably over a million buildings throughout the UK alone that has clay-based materials in their structures. Clay plasters worked exceptionally well for historic buildings for many reasons, and I will go into them a lot later on in this article. … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2016
Isabel Martinson Appointed as Executive Chairman of the Considerate Constructors Scheme
Former Trade Association Forum Ltd Chairman and Company Director with a wealth of experience in strategic development and senior management takes-up new role of Executive Chairman The Considerate Constructors Scheme is pleased to announce the appointment of Isabel Martinson as Executive Chairman, with effect from 12 July 2016. The new role of the Executive Chairman will be to further develop … [Read more...]
BBA Approval for K Rend K1 Spray
We are delighted to announce the achievement of the British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification for K Rend K1 Spray. K1 Spray is a spray or hand-applied one-coat render, for use on new or existing buildings over medium density concrete blockwork manufactured in accordance with BS EN 771-3 : 2011. Key factors assessed to achieve the certificate include: • Weather resistance • Performance in … [Read more...]
Protection for Limestone From Safeguard Europe’s Raincheck LS
Raincheck LS limestone liquid waterproofer from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – not only stops rain penetrating stonework and reducing its thermal resistance; but also enhances life expectancy of limestone by reducing fissuring and spalling caused by freeze-thaw action. Developed specifically for the purpose of waterproofing … [Read more...]
Grow Your Plastering Business Using Local SEO
All local businesses, especially plasterers can improve their business and make more money through local SEO (search engine optimisation). Aderatis Marketing offers local SEO consultancy and local SEO tools to help local businesses. What is local SEO? (aka Search Engine Optimisation) Local SEO is a highly effective form of local online marketing. It allows local businesses to promote their … [Read more...]
Safeguard Roxil Waterproofs Wood For Longer Life and Better Looks
Safeguard Roxil waterproofs wood for longer life and better looks www.safeguardeurope.com Roxil Silicone Wood Protector from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – is aliquid water-based silicone emulsion used to waterproof and protect wood from the undesirable effects of moisture which can promote organic growth and result in rot, decay … [Read more...]
ISOVER LAUNCHES ADVANCED AIRTIGHTNESS SOLUTION FOR INSTALLERS
Saint-Gobain Isover has introduced a new airtightness and moisture management system that can be fitted by just one person, helping installers to cut costs and increase efficiency on-site. Unlike other vapour barriers on the market, Vario® XtraSafe features a clever hook and loop system meaning it can be fitted by a single person, as well as removed and repositioned countless times. Pre-printed … [Read more...]
What is Plaster?
Plasterers News is about plaster and plasterers and the plastering industry but what is plaster? What is it that we use day in and day out of our working lives? After a look through the Plasterers Forum I also realised that a lot of plasterers know what plaster is but they dont actually know the science behind it and so I figured it would make a good article for people to read through. I am … [Read more...]
Weber.Rend Ocr By Saint-Gobain Weber Saves Time And Money At New Flitwick Leisure Centre
The weber.rend OCR pre-blended one-coat render system has been used in the construction of the £12.5 million new leisure, sports and swimming pool complex recently opened at Flitwick in Bedfordshire by Central Bedfordshire Council. Significant savings in time and money have resulted from the use of weber.rend OCR specified as background render for substantial areas of tiling in the pool areas … [Read more...]
Take Less Than Three Minutes To Learn Crack Stitching
BrickFix, from Safeguard Europe, is a simple, quick and cost-effective way to stabilise and repair cracked masonry. And now there’s an equally simple way to learn how to use it – a video which takes viewers through a graphic step-by step installation instructions, in around two-and-a-half minutes. The BrickFix System consists of a series of helical austenitic steel bars which are grouted into … [Read more...]
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