Manufacturer HMG Paints has announced its participation in the international ‘Cool Roofs. Smarter Choice.’ campaign. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the Nova Paint Club in Vancouver in May, aims to accelerate the adoption of solar-reflective coatings to combat rising urban temperatures and reduce energy consumption across the UK and …

High Wycombe Rugby Club in Buckinghamshire and Woodbridge Rugby Club in Suffolk have both won £5,000 worth of materials after winning a Community campaign held by Travis Perkins and Northampton Saints. The campaign forms part of Northampton Saints’ long-standing relationship with the UK’s largest builders’ merchant, which has seen Travis …

A team of 16 SIG Roofing employees and suppliers completed a 200-mile charity bike ride to raise funds for Band of Builders and PASIC. The group started the two-day challenge on June 18, setting off from SIG Roofing Colchester to catch the overnight ferry to Holland, traveling 103 miles to Cuijk, Netherlands, …

Builders merchant Toolstation has introduced a new gift card offering. The new gift cards can be purchased in store at any of Toolstation’s branches and can be used across all of Toolstation’s stores, on the Toolstation App or through its website. The cards can be loaded with any amount, from …

Builders merchant Lawsons Group has called on the government to introduce Fair Tax Mark accreditation as a requirement for all companies bidding on public sector construction and housebuilding contracts. The call comes as the £180m-turnover business secures reaccreditation with the Fair Tax Mark, an independent certification recognising organisations committed to …

Steel reuse experts Cleveland Steel & Tubes (CST) have released a new guide designed to make it easier for builders’ merchants to supply reused steel. The free booklet provides a practical guide on how to specify reused steel, how to ensure it complies with relevant building regulations, and even offers …

Choosing the best material for a shed base doesn’t need to be complicated. Homeowners only need to consider details such as the size and weight of the shed, its intended use, and the ground conditions. Each material is best suited to different types of shed, so read on to learn …

Wolseley has launched RenewablesPro, a free support system for installers working in renewables. Available from June 23, the new service is part of Wolseley’s Renewables Centre and is designed to support installers beyond their initial training, so they can take on renewables work with more confidence. RenewablesPro offers instant quoting, …

Two builders merchants have had employment cases relating to non-compete clauses heard at the High Court. Stark Building Materials was successful in its claim against a former procurement executive who joined rival MKM. However, Huws Gray  failed in its attempt to get a judge to enforce a six‑month non‑compete clause …

Howarth Timber & Building Supplies has been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, in partnership with WorkL. The annual awards celebrate organisations that excel in employee experience, highlighting businesses that have demonstrate high levels of workplace satisfaction, inclusivity, professional development, and leadership. The award …