Methven's new Aio range features patented Aurajet™ technology which uses water deflection to create fan-shaped sheets of water.

Macerators, pumps and shower cubicles manufacturer Saniflo is supporting World Plumbing Day, which took place on 11 March, by pledging to raise awareness of the role plumbing plays in facilitating access to clean drinking water and acceptable sanitation.

Taylor's Timber Centre in Bradford has strengthened its management team with the appointment of two new people as the West Yorkshire merchant seeks to underpin current business growth.

Builders merchant Travis Perkins received a visit from the Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne last week.

The Builders Merchants Federation has expressed disappointment that there was not more in Wednesday's Budget to boost housebuilding and housing refurbishment.

Robert Foden of Builders Supply West Coast Ltd has been honoured with an Achievement Award from the Worshipful Company of Builders Merchants.

Brick stocks are at an all-time low, according to brick producer Michelmersh, which saw brick prices rise by 13.5% last year.

Builders and plumbers merchant chain Travis Perkins plc is to create 4,000 new jobs and open 400 branches over the next four years.

Manufacturer of graded timber roofing battens, John Brash and Co. Ltd, has unveiled its new state-of-the-art scanning line as part of a £500,000 investment that will enable it to treble production of its JB-Red following the introduction of new British Standards.

Redland Rosemary Clay Craftsman roof tiles have been used on the roof of a building built for the founder of MI6, the original M of James Bond fame.