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...]
Archives for September 2014
The Professional Builder Tool Show Coventry
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 so that I can save a few pennies and not have to stay in hotels, and it also gave me some more spending money on beer, which is always … [Read more...]
Saint-Gobain Weber External Wall Insulation Improves Iconic Tower Block
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 1960s tower block now has a colourful and pleasing appearance. The … [Read more...]
Gloucester Opens Its Gateway To Mapei’s Eco Products At Britain’s Greenest Services
A Mapei decorative floor system has been installed at Gloucester Gateway – a new environmentally-friendly service station on the edge of the Cotswolds. Located on the M5 Northbound, between junctions 11a and 12, ‘Britain’s greenest motorway services’ was designed by AFL Architects. The main building is constructed from local stone and timber, and features an arched grass-covered roof with a … [Read more...]
Cleaneo Akustik Aids Acoustics In Manchester Landmarks
The refurbishment of Manchester city centre landmarks, the Central Library and Town Hall Extension (CL-THX), has been achieved using a range of products from Knauf – the UK’s leading manufacturers of lightweight building materials and systems. The restoration of two nationally significant Grade ll* listed buildings as part of the Manchester Town Hall Complex Transformation Programme (THCTP) was … [Read more...]
Mapei System Provides First Line Of Defence At IWM London
A Mapei system of flooring products has been specified as part of a major redevelopment at IWM London. Part of the Imperial War Museums, the historic museum has been transformed to mark the centenary of the First World War; the design– created by architects Foster + Partners - improves access, circulation, as well as creating new vistas to the park outside. Mapei’s high performance cementitious … [Read more...]
The 100% Design Show
I often drop in to see Andy at Gold Trowel as it is on my way up to MIlton Keynes from my home and when ANdy mentioned he was going to be at Earls court for the 100% Design Show I decided it would be a good opportunity to go and see him and many other exhibitors. I rode to london on the bike and had a few moments with the security at Earls court regarding parking but none the less I got round the … [Read more...]
Plasterers News™ 1st Birthday
Plasterers News™ is now officially a year-old!! Yes, we have made the first year and what a year it has been!! Plasterers News™ was launched to showcase new products and services from the finest and most well respected companies within the industry along with bringing the latest news and information without any prejudice to you the readers, and I think we are doing it rather … [Read more...]
The Renovation #14: Cupboards Under The Stairs
When we built the stairs in our flat, we had to remove the fitted wardrobes in our bedroom, and this was the only way we could get the stairs in without taking too much space from anywhere else. The trouble with any flat no matter what the size you need to be clever with creating storage space, and this is not any different for us. We needed to get some cupboards back in the bedroom, and they … [Read more...]
Plasterers 1 Stop Shop Tool Fair – 18th & 19th September
On the 18th and 19th of September Plasterers 1 Stop Shop will be exhibiting at the Professional Builders Tool Fair at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry. I will also be floating about the tool fair aswell so do say hi if you see me. If you had the pleasure of seeing Plasterers 1 Stop Shop at the Manchester tool fair (read more here) then you will understand how good these events are. However, … [Read more...]
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