A high performance ‘single build-up’ Mapei surface system has been installed at West Bromwich’s new state-of-the-art Leisure Centre. Designed and built by Places for People Leisure, in partnership with Pellikaan Construction Ltd and Roberts Limbrick Architects, the new centre for Sandwell Council includes a 25m pool, learner pool, sports hall fitness suite, dance studios, adventure play area and … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
The Renovation #13: Electrics… Electrics… Electrics
Plasterers enemies are always going to be electricians. I have had my run-ins with them over the years and had a few "moments" on sites when we have disagreed on situations. I use to have a saying... "Tuck them in or I will fill them in" However, my now father in law is an electrician by trade, and that explains a lot and to be honest it can be hard work seeing eye to eye but when it comes … [Read more...]
The Renovation #12: Velux™ Window Fail…
This has to be one of those posts that I wish I did not have to write, but it was bound to happen and it was bound to be costly, and it is going to make me look like a bit of a plank. However, this renovation blog is here to show and highlight the ups and downs all in the bid to keep your readers entertained and well so here goes. We wanted six Velux windows in the loft space of our conversion 4 … [Read more...]
Latest SpeedSkim® News
Listening to Plasterers and understanding their needs is our main goal. Plasterers Forum members always play a particularly big part in this, offering interesting suggestions and invaluable product feedback. As a result we are working on several enhancements and also additions to the product range. Here’s The Speedskim® Latest News… Great news for the Plasterer – the introduction of slick … [Read more...]
British Gypsum launches New Thistle UniFinish
British Gypsum has unveiled its new Thistle UniFinish, a plaster which can be used for re-skimming over a wide range of backgrounds without the need for pre‑treatment. Available from September, new Thistle UniFinish removes the need for PVA from most refurbishment jobs, which means less mess and a faster, quality, reliable finish. To develop new Thistle UniFinish, British Gypsum’s in-house … [Read more...]
Follow Plasterers News