From 1st September 2018 the ban on importing or producing halogen light bulbs comes into effect as a final phase of the EU Energy regulations 2018 bans them from sale.  But according to a news report from Which a recent consumer survey has reported that 64% of UK consumers are …

Brewers decorator centres began distributing tesa® tapes in 2008, and both companies have seen significant growth over the last 10 years. tesa®, recognised for the quality and extensive range of tesa® Professional masking tapes, has over 100 years of experience and has become one of the leading global names in …

A talented young bricklayer has recently celebrated moving into a house that he helped to build at a popular housing development in Wigston. Luke Martin (23) completed his bricklaying apprenticeship with Westleigh Homes in 2015 and has moved into his magnificent Mayne at Thornhill Fields, the leading housebuilder’s collection of …

Ideal Commercial Boilers is pleased to announce the introduction of its brand-new EVO S wall hung boiler range. The range incorporates the latest stainless-steel exchanger technology from the UK’s market leader in the commercial wall hung market. The EVO S is available in 5 different outputs from 50 to 135kW …

VELUX® is offering customers across the UK and Ireland more rewards this autumn. The promotion will reward installers, builders and homeowners who choose VELUX white-painted roof windows during September and October. VELUX white-painted roof windows are the right choice for both lofts and extensions – perfect for modern interiors, creating …

Black Millwork has supplied a range of its products, as well as Andersen windows and doors to an ambitious new self-build project in Suffolk. The impressive detached home was in development for two years. The project has been in the works for many years and after an eight-month planning phase, …

Josh Morrison, of JR Roofing in Blackpool Lancashire, has done his bit to uphold the reputation of roofers, despite the best efforts of cowboys and conmen. Morrison stepped in when he heard of a pensioner who had been fleeced and then intimidated by cowboys who had stripped her roof and …

Leading builders merchant Selco Builders Warehouse has been announced as an official partner of one of the biggest movies of 2018. Selco is one of a small number of businesses to be partnered with the soon-to-be-released blockbuster, King of Thieves, which will be in cinemas September 14. The film, which …

Cheshire Mouldings, one of the UK’s leading timber manufacturers, has expanded its popular range of internal doors with over 75 new style choices. Two brand new door designs have been introduced – the Cambridge seven panel oak door and DX engineered oak door, both of which can be specified as …

A Stevenage builder’s merchant is celebrating its first year anniversary after a turn around in fortunes that saw the business rescued from the threat of closure. Just over a year ago Knebworth based Chas Lowe & Sons – a long established local business – and its staff were facing an …