Refurbishment & Restore - Issue 18 2019

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BATELEASE FARM Re-establishing an agricultural aesthetic that had been lost through previous renovations

GOWERCROFT JOINERY The challenge of replacing windows in listed properties

COVER PROJECT A CONTEMPORARY EXTENSION TO A HISTORIC FAMILY HOME

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Contents

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Refurbishment & Restore

Issue 18 2019

Our Team Editor-in-Chief

Antony Holter T: 01304 806039 E: editor@mhmagazine.co.uk

Editorial Manager

Claire Morgan T: 01304 806039 E: claire@refurbandrestore.co.uk

Sales Director

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Case Studies 04-07

Batelease Farm

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London Build 2019

Re-establishing an agricultural aesthetic that had been lost through previous renovations.

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Blending traditional and contemporary styling

London’s leading construction and design show is back for 2019 and this time it is bigger and better than ever before.

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Charlie Williams, interior designer at Heritage Bathrooms, shares her top five tips on how you can get the look.

Things to consider when planning a kitchen renovation

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Update your bathroom in a flash

Houzz brings together professionals to share their expert advice, and help ensure your kitchen renovations go to plan.

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The Lighting Superstore

For those with an out-dated electric shower, update and replace it with Dimplex’s new Verve Instant Electric Shower.

5 things you need to know before converting your loft.

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Fibre cement cladding

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Brits love playing the property game

Top tips for savvy homeowners from Anglian Home Improvements.

The lightweight nature of Cedral and other fibre cement cladding lends itself to short installation times.

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Energy efficient doubleglazing

A new lease of life for Loom Wharf

The challenge of replacing windows in listed properties.

The lightweight nature of Cedral and other fibre cement cladding lends itself to short installation times.

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Interior designer and blogger Kate Young

Reluctant to save for years before being able to update her kitchen, she kept looking, and realised she wouldn’t have to give up on her dream.

Sales Manager

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Evolution Storm Windows

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Gatti House

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Creating a balanced relationship between large open living areas and private spaces within a family home.

Redevelopment of one of Edinburgh’s most iconic old school buildings will deliver an economic boost of over £45 million to the local area.

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New British design Creates great space at Batelease Farm Project: Batelease Farm, Wembworthy, Devon Project Data: Start on site: 01 2017 Completion date: 12 2018 Gross internal floor area: 145m2 Form of contract or procurement route: Construction Management Construction cost: ÂŁ348,000 Construction cost per m2: ÂŁ2400 Architect: Ben Huggins Client: Annette Moody/Alan Rudkin Structural engineer: Rob Adcock at Simon Bastone Associates Approved building inspector: Ken Mclaren at JHAI Main contractor: Jon Garrity CAD software used: Vectorworks 44 -- www.refurbandrestore.co.uk www.refurbandrestore.co.uk

Project Description Ben was approached by the client Annette Moody and her husband Alan in 2013 to design an extension to their grade two listed farmhouse on a footprint part of the house originally stood on before being flattened by a very stray bomb during World War II. At the time of submitting the plans to the local council, the client, Annette suffered a severe spinal stroke. This devastating incident left the her permanently paralysed from the neck down, with the exception of limited use of her right hand. The project was subsequently abandoned.

spending the rest of her life in a wheelchair, an entirely new set of non-negotiable constraints were paced on the project. The redesign tackled issues of level access between the old and the new building on all floors, with lift access and exterior connections designed to allow Annette to use the whole of the building.

The design was developed with Mid Devon Council and their conservation officer Paul Dadson. We also went through a series of one to one scale experiments with the client as a means of assessing comfort and accessibility.

Two years later the client was ready to look at it again. Now faced with the prospect of

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Architect’s view The primary function of the new addition started off as a service/access tower to enable level entry to the original house on both floors as well as the surrounding landscape. Once we had opened up the old farmhouse the layout of the new scheme would satellite around this core and address other key client needs.

Bringing back the farm to the farmhouse set the tone for the look. We wanted to re-establish a agricultural aesthetic that had been lost through previous renovations (and a stray bomb). A contemporary reworking of the traditional attached livestock building referenced many agricultural typologies found locally from the cob linhay to the 20th century ‘Dutch’ barn.

Working with a palette of brick, zinc and larch, every detail from the doors to the kingpost trusses with integrated hoists were designed to accommodate Annette’s needs.

Delivering a building that is specifically designed to improve a persons quality of life was the key aspect of the brief that we kept returning to throughout the whole process.

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Clients view ‘Last week I got out of the car and into my chair. I was able to go all around my house and up to the poly-tunnel at the end of the garden on my own for the first time since 2013. This project has changed my life once again. So much time was spent on how it should function, what it should look like, but I could never have imagined how it would make me feel. Before I would spend the summers largely trapped outside, or the winters stuck in a small kitchen unable to move unaided. Now I can get all around my house, on my own.

I look around and see the 15th and 18th century parts of the house blending seamlessly into the 21st century. I can move all around it and enjoy the transitions, soft and complimenting. The house has become the home I wanted for myself with all the accessibility I need immediately, but most importantly, discreetly at hand. The house is now a social space for me and not the prison it had become. I am able to entertain and I am able to escape. It is every thing that I wanted and much more.’ Annette Moody

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Blending traditional and contemporary styling for a beautiful bathroom Combing traditional styling with contemporary interiors trends has seen a rapid rise in popularity among homeowners and interior designers alike. Charlie Williams, interior designer at Heritage Bathrooms, shares her top five tips on how you can get the look.

Work with prints & patterns Elegant floral wallpaper prints can bring a traditional twist to even the most ultramodern of bathroom suites. This image of the Victoria Suite by Heritage Bathrooms, which featured in Houzz’s Best of 2019, is a beautiful example of how patterned wallpaper can be used to create a sleek and charming look.

If you’d prefer to stick with tiling, then off-set traditional pieces, such as a Victorian style high-rise basin, with on-trend geometric patterned floor or wall tiles.

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Go freestanding A freestanding bath offers the perfect bathroom centrepiece whilst gifting spa-like relaxation.

A classic, roll top tub can provide the perfect juxtaposition to contemporary styling – why not try painting a cast-iron bath, such as the Buckingham from Heritage, in a bold, vibrant shade or statement matte black.

For a modern twist on a classically styled room try a freestanding acrylic bath, such as the Hylton from Heritage, in a striking chrome-effect finish.

Keep the shades serene A simple and consistent colour scheme can help you achieve a cohesive and polished look.

Try sticking to a neutral colour scheme for your suite before layering contemporary shades to provide a soothing and high-end finish. Bright coral pinks and deep, earthy greens are really on trend and perfect for adding charm to a space or add a real zing with a punchy acid yellow as shown here.

Flaunt your brassware Exposed plumbing and brassware perfectly embody the old meets new style by blending industrial chic and period design.

A great way of achieving this look is to opt for an exposed shower in a metallic shade of your choice. A brass washstand, such as the Abingdon with a gorgeous Claverton basin from Heritage, is another beautiful way of merging old and new styling. Go for gold and bronze hues to evoke a warm, vintage feel.

Update with dynamic details To revive an existing bathroom suite without an entire refit, simply switch up your bathroom accessories and smaller fittings.

Consider adding new, modern taps to an existing basin as a simple way of giving your bathroom an on-trend update.

Gilded framed mirrors are another beautiful way of adding a touch of regency styling to your space. Remember, it’s all about the detail, so consider a vintage soap holder or some traditional candles as a way of subtly blending design styles.

For more information please visit www.heritagebathrooms.com

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Update Your Bathroom in a Flash The thought of a bathroom re-model can be daunting, but with the right technology and styling, you can update your tired looking room into a tranquil paradise in next to no time.

For those with an out-dated electric shower, update and replace it with Dimplex’s new Verve Instant Electric Shower. The clever design offers SmartFit Technology meaning it can replace virtually any instant electric shower. This is a great solution where you want to replace your shower but don’t want the hassle of having to re-tile your bathroom.

The Verve shower features a three-spray mode, rub-clean shower head, a 1.25 metre flexible shower hose and soap dish with integral shower hose retainer.

Following a nice hot shower, we all want warm, fluffy towels to dry ourselves on and this is where the Bathroom Panel Heater comes in. This slick heater with integrated towel rail and choice of white metal or mirrored glass front is splash proof and safe to use in the bathroom spaces, as well as adding a functional, modern feature to the 10 10 -- www.refurbandrestore.co.uk www.refurbandrestore.co.uk

room. Providing both warmth to the space and towel drying and airing capabilities, this is ideal for use in a bathroom setting.

• Price: 8.5kW: £85, 9.5kW: £95

Once your new shower and panel heater is in place, add colour accents to your bathroom with luxury towels and a bath mat. Scented candles and room diffuser sticks help create a relaxing atmosphere after a hard day at work and finally, update the window dressing with a feature blind and your bathroom will be transformed.

Bathroom Panel Heater

Verve Instant Electric Shower

• Advanced controls with LCD display

• Available in an 8.5kW and 9.5kW

• Fast and effective heat output

• SmartFit Technology

• Price: around £359.99 for the glass version and £239.99 for the white metal version

• Three-mode shower head with easy rubclean nozzles • Push start/stop button and rotary controls

• Stockist: Argos

• 3-in-1 design for space heating and towel drying • Splash proof to IP25 rating – ideal for bathrooms • Glass fronted model has tinted mirror effect with de-misting capability

• Stockist: available through electrical installers.

• 1.25 metre anti-kink flexible hose • Soap dish with hose retainer • BEAB approved

See www.dimplex.co.uk for details

Demista® The hidden Luxury The Luxury items that first catch your eye in the bathroom could be the gold taps, the amazing rain shower, the marble tiles or the creative lighting. But the hidden luxury that every bathroom or En-suite cannot do without is the heated mirror pad.

The unobtrusive product from demista, ensures your bathroom mirror remains steam free at all times.

With over 400 sizes available in various voltages means the heat pad can be installed anywhere in the bathroom or En-suite, even on cabinet doors and vanity units. Demista has become the generic name for heated mirror pads, but to avoid imitations, look for the demista trademark on the product, all of demista’s heat pads are completely manufactured in the UK and carry a 10-year warranty.

Often the first choice for designers, architects, interior designers and specifiers, demista has become the must have part of any bathroom or En-suite, as the system is probably the simplest and most adaptable item available around the world via demista’s distributors.

Since the idea of the demista mirror heat pad was conceived steamed up mirrors have become a thing of the past in luxury hotels, prestigious housing and apartment developments around the world, and now being used in domestic new builds and renovation projects as a must have item because once the pad has been installed it saves time and money, as you do not need to keep cleaning your mirror with cleaning products.

Safety, ease of installation, minimal energy consumption, quality, reliability, full technical advice and service are the key ingredients for our customers, with our pads fully approved for bathroom use to European and international standards, which meets all the requirements both in the UK and around the world.

Prestige projects such as The Ritz in Paris, The Royal Atlantis in Dubai, The Crosby Street Hotel in New York, The Sky View hotel and residences in Dubai, W Hotel Ibiza, The Crown Plaza in St Petersburg, Burj Al Arab and other luxury hotels and homes in India, Australia, Egypt, Barbados and Malaysia can be found in Demista’s portfolio.

IMPROVE DON’T MOVE – AND ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME

TOP TIPS FOR SAVVY HOMEOWNERS FROM ANGLIAN HOME IMPROVEMENTS The popularity of programmes such as Homes Under the Hammer, Escape to the Country and Love It or List It proves Brits love playing the property game. However, a move up or down the ladder comes at a price; and, according to Anglian Home Improvements, those who make the decision to stay put and invest in improving their homes could reap the rewards of adding value to their property.

A spokesperson from Anglian Home Improvements, said: “It’s the eternal dilemma for many homeowners: to move or improve? However, with research showing the average cost of a house move is around £10,0001, we believe there’s a far savvier choice to be made.

“Rather than throwing themselves at the mercy of mortgage applications, agonising over stressful chains and enduring disruptive removals, homeowners can opt to transform their existing property and create a tailor-made living space that reflects their changing needs and personal style.

“At Anglian, our experience has shown that when it comes to home upgrades, there are several simple yet effective solutions that not only help to create a functional and ultra-stylish property, but that also have the potential to add value to a home if executed well.”

1. Create Space The need for more space is undoubtedly one of the biggest reasons for moving house.

Additional square footage can make a world of difference, whether it’s for relaxing in, growing into or for spending quality time with the family. Adding a conservatory or orangery is a great way to achieve this without needing to uproot the family to a completely new property. According to research published by HSBC2, fitting a conservatory can add literally thousands of pounds to the value of a home.

A professionally-designed conservatory or orangery is guaranteed to flood any home with light, while also making it feel much more spacious. As well as adding luxury and elegance, building a conservatory

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or orangery is the easiest way to gain a stunning, multi-functional area that’ll suit the changing demands of family life. They also create a seamless link between indoor and outdoor space, so homeowners get even more enjoyment out of their garden.

2. First Impressions Count Brits will pay up to 25% more for a house with kerb appeal3, so the entrance to the home should no longer be an afterthought, but an integral part of both the look and feel of the whole property. There’s no better place to start than with a new front door that reflects the character of the home and – more importantly – makes a fabulous first impression.

Homeowners can now choose from Anglian’s biggest ever selection of doors, side panels and door furniture. Their composite range – available in “Classic GRP” and “Elite Solid Core” – allow for greater personalisation and give homeowners the freedom to express their individuality, whether they prefer a pop of pink or classic Jet Black.

3. Keep it Efficient New energy-efficient windows not only completely transform the look of a home and dial up that all-important kerb appeal, they also add up to savings when it comes to heating the home. A typical property can lose up to £2,8004 worth of energy over a decade, with as much as 18% of the energy paid-for lost through the windows.

Upgrading to new energy-efficient windows is therefore a win-win. They give a property the wow factor and make it look bright, clean and modern, while also creating a comfortable and inviting living space and combatting rising energy bills.

4. Enhance the Character While there’s no magic formula for adding value to a home, it stands to reason that sensitively-planned home upgrades in keeping with the overall character of the property will prove to be a sound investment. Those living in conservation areas or who are looking to incorporate authentic period details can now transform their homes with ease, thanks to Anglian’s Heritage Timber Collection.

The range of bespoke wooden casement and sash windows, doors and stylish conservatories helps homeowners incorporate the natural charm and craftsmanship of real wood into their property. And, as the timber is selected for longevity, it’s durable and strong, creating a safe and secure home for many years to come.

To find out more about Anglian Home Improvements’ and to locate your nearest showroom, please visit www.anglianhome.co.uk 4. Glass & Glazing Federation - www.ggf.org.uk/energy-savings-calculator

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Rubio Monocoat Oil Available in over 80 countries, we are the market leaders in all-natural, 0% VOC wood oil. With hundreds of colour options and a comprehensive product portfolio, we pride ourselves in being the ultimate wood finishing brand in the market!

older look to match existing woods as well as a creative undertone. For a high traffic area such as an entrance walk way, we also provide an ‘Oil Varnish’ which has a matte finish and it can be applied on top of our ‘Oil Plus 2C’ for extra protection.

For interior wood we have 40 standard colour options in our ‘Oil Plus 2C’ range, from a dark ‘Charcoal’ to a light ‘Cotton White’, as well as seasonal trend colours.

Our ‘Pre-Color Easy’ is a water based stain for an even more creative undertone that can be used in combination with our ‘Oil Plus 2C’. Our latest product, ‘RMC PreAging’, creates an aged look and feel on the wood before sealing it with an oil which is available in 10 standard colours, from a light “Authentic” brown to a dark “Fumed Intense’.

‘RMC Pre-Aging’ is specifically popular for those who bought new wood but prefer an

For exteriors, our goal is to protect the wood from UV discolouring and fungi, which is why we have developed our ‘Hybrid Wood Protector’. Available in 20 standard colours, it can be applied on all exterior wood surfaces such as cladding, furniture, decking, pergolas, as well as in interior wood. For a more intense colour, one can opt for our ‘HWP Sunprimer’ as a base coat, which gives the wood an even better protection from the sun’s UV rays through its colour pigments, and enhances the ‘Hybrid Wood Protector’ colour to be applied.

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For the ultimate water resistant finish for vertical wood such as cladding, railing, trusses etc, our ‘Rubio WoodCream’ is recommended as it repels water from its creamy structure. There are 7 standard colours available as well as a transparent version.

To provide the best care for all your wooden surfaces, Rubio Monocoat has a complete aftercare range that includes Interior & Exterior Soap, Refreshing Oils, Stain Removers as well as oil application pads and buffing pads.

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Coatings, Sealants & Paints

Dursilite: The impressive coatings range from Mapei It’s out with the old and in with the new… Mapei’s Dursilite coatings range offers a fresh array of paint colours, ideal for all types of new build and improvement projects.

The water-based paint is suitable for use on different types of internal surfaces as well as partially covered external surfaces protected against direct sunlight and rain.

Dursilite creates an attractive finish with a smooth, velvety, matt surface.

With its special formulation, Dursilite is particularly suitable for painting all types of cementitious, lime and gypsum substrates which require an excellent permeability to water vapour, and a high degree of long-lasting protection.

Dursilite, supplied in 5kg and 20kg plastic drums, can be applied with a brush, roller or by spray on a dry coat of Malech primer or Dursilite Base Coat primer. Typical application comprises of at least two coats, with a recoat time at around 6-12 hours in accordance with the humidity and temperature of the environment, and in any case, when the previous coat is completely dry.

With excellent coverage, it also has a high whiteness level for internal walls, and is the ideal solution for repainting.

For long-lasting protection, high washability and low dirt pickup level, this Mapei offering is available in a wide range of colours, created using the ColorMap® automatic colouring system.

For more information about our Dursilite range, or to request one of our new coatings brochures, visit www.mapei.co.uk or contact us on 0121 508 6970.

Brand new and waterproof too!

Bond It, one of the UK’s fastest growing manufacturers of sealants, adhesives, waterproofing products and other building chemicals, has made another new addition to its range.

Capitalising on the latest hybrid technology, the business has just introduced a new D4 classified PVA Adhesive. A premium grade, solventfree formulation, this product offers waterproofing properties, even under constant water immersion. Suitable for interior and exterior applications, it has a high bond strength, improved heat resistance and boasts a 10 minute open time. Tested to D4

standards, this carries certification to EN204.

Ready to use, this hybrid PVA is suitable for most timber construction applications, furniture production, kitchen fit outs, parquet flooring, window frames, window scantling, door manufacture and solid wood bonding. Ideal for, Available in 4 sizes, 125ml, 250ml, 500ml under the Glue Monster banner and as a 1L under Bond Its adhesive range.

More information on Bond It and its range can be found at www.bond-it.co.uk

Clothesmaid: The specifiers choice We are often chosen by architects and designers as part of refurbishment projects and offer bespoke sizes up to 3.5m long and in a choice of classic colours. Recently we supplied a bespoke bulk order to Brighton & Hove residents (of 2.4m Popular airers) as part of a council initiative, winning the contract in open competition.

Clothesmaid’s high quality cast iron components are sourced from the West Midlands and our natural cotton and jute cords have been made in Lancashire for over 160 years. We only use best quality Grade 1 Scandinavian Pine laths which come from sustainable forests.

Clothesmaid offer a choice of 5 classic colours and 4 or 6 lath ceiling airers with lengths from 900mm up to 3500mm. Easy to install, the attractive design for our clothes airers maximises the space in your home whether it’s a traditional country house or a city centre flat. Using the free residual heat in your ceiling void your clothes are aired and dried without the need of a tumble dryer.

We assemble and finish all our products in our Needwood workshop. They’re made in the traditional way, with rope, pulleys, cast iron and wooden slats - we’ve taken great care sourcing our materials, so they’re built to last. Specify Clothesmaid for energy free, space saving clothes airers on your next project! We deliver worldwide.

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Coatings, Sealants & Paints

Dulux Trade announces ColourFutures™ 2020 Dulux Trade has revealed its ColourFutures™ 2020 palettes including Colour of the Year for 2020 Tranquil Dawn™.

Now in its 17th year, the four Dulux ColourFutures™ 2020 palettes have been selected to support professionals when it comes to colour and design in commercial and public buildings. The new Colour of the Year, Tranquil Dawn™ is a versatile, soft green hue with a calming, restful quality that perfectly supports our inclination to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.

A panel of experts selected the colour to embody the nation’s mood on the approach of a new decade. It reflects a growing desire to understand what it is to be human at a time when advances in technology are making us feel increasingly disconnected from each other.

The almost ethereal dimension of Tranquil Dawn™ creates an illusion of space and perspective, a nod to the biophilic design values that espouse the benefits of a greater connection to nature, natural materials and daylight. The natural colour is reflective of a need to disconnect from technology and bring the outside in, with the varied supporting palettes allowing architects, specifiers and designers to select from a complementary range of subtle but contemporary colours. An eminently usable shade of green, it will happily stand alone in a space, creating a restorative overtone or pair with other colours within each of the four supporting palettes - acting as a soothing anchor to pops of richer, more dynamic shades.

Tranquil Dawn™ is a superbly adaptable option for design professionals for a range of environments, from education and healthcare facilities to residential homes and offices.

The ColourFutures™ 2020 palettes were selected by an expert panel of colour designers, trend forecasters, design specialists, architects and editors from around the world, chaired by Heleen van Gent from the AkzoNobel Global Aesthetic Centre.

Heleen explains: “We live so chaotically that our homes, workspaces and other parts of the built environment really need to be safe spaces where we can feel both relaxed and creative.

“We want to be able to unwind and separate ourselves from the chaos that goes on around us and have time to regroup and find peace.”

The four trend palettes capture the essence of being human and show how Tranquil Dawn™ can be used to create spaces which enhance what occupants need and want in the year ahead: to seek Meaning, to Care, to Play, and to encourage Creativity.

Heleen adds: “When you look at how our ColourFutures™ palettes have evolved over the years, you can chart the fluctuations in our consumers’ appetite for different colours and spot connections with what is going on in the wider world. For example, in 2017, when consumers felt a need for balance and calm, the palette was dominated by cooler shades of blue and grey. While in 2019, there was then a greater sense of uncertainty which was reflected in

a desire for warm, comforting colours that provided solace and refuge.”

Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director, Dulux UK, continues: “We understand the importance of creating future proofed spaces that have tangible occupant outcomes and as a new decade heralds a new dawn, the hazy pale green tones of Tranquil Dawn™ are calming and comforting just when occupants need it most in their lives. When paired with neutral pastels and rich jewels it becomes incredibly powerful at creating spaces that encourage making better human connections, enhancing wellbeing and productivity as a result.”

The Global Aesthetic Centre has been responsible for the ColourFutures™ trend analysis, colour research, colour design and art direction at AkzoNobel for the past 17 years. Led by Heleen, the unit continuously monitors social, cultural and design trends as they emerge all over the globe. By connecting these unique insights to everyday life, the team provides informed trend direction.

To see how ColourFutures™ 2020 can be used in client projects, click here.

Earthborn’s historic paint colours Earthborn have collaborated with Lincoln Conservation, specialists in the conservation and restoration of listed and historic buildings, to create a range of colour palettes suitable for different eras of property.

In the Victorian era, decorative inspiration often came from nature.

The colours used reflect this; rich greens, blues, turquoise and homely yellows, terracotta and brown.

Traditional Victorian paint colours still work well for modern living.

Although deep shades are synonymous with Victorian interiors, dark doesn’t have to mean drab!

Colours that work especially well in today’s Victorian homes include opulent blues and greens, vivid earthy reds and yellows, and luxurious greys. Be bold in living rooms or dining rooms by painting the whole space in Earthborn’s Hobgoblin, or use Humpty Dumpty to create a beautiful bedroom space.

Earthborn’s Claypaint is a unique, clay based emulsion. Its advanced technology maximizes the natural properties of clay to create a high performance, highly breathable paint that covers exceptionally well and gives a distinctive, ultra matt finish, especially suitable for an historic colour palette.

Being free of oils and acrylics, Claypaint is

Earthborn’s Claypaint in Hobgoblin. Evocative of nature, Hobgoblin charms and rejuvenates.

virtually VOC free and does not give off any toxic emissions.

If you prefer a lighter, airier feel, a flash of colour against a neutral backdrop gives a contemporary feel to a Victorian property, with a subtle nod to its past.

Earthborn and Lincoln are looking at more historic paint colours, including for Georgian and 20th century paint colour schemes.

See the Earthborn blog at earthbornpaints.co.uk/blog/

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The challenge of replacing windows in listed properties

By Andrew Madge, Managing Director of Gowercroft Joinery Finding appropriate replacements for old and degraded single-glazed windows in heritage and listed properties can be a challenge, particularly when trying to combine building conservation requirements with modern lifestyle aspirations.

When the original wooden window frames are too rotten to be repaired, the traditional approach has usually been to specify likefor-like handmade single-glazed timber replacements, which usually means having to accept a relatively poor level of thermal and acoustic performance or opt for secondary glazing solutions to compensate.

In an ideal world, most of today’s owners of old and period properties would like to benefit from modern performance standards, including durability, sustainability and a good level of energy efficiency, in order to create a pleasant living environment

but without spoiling the original aesthetic.

Energy efficient double-glazing Although superior energy efficiency can be achieved through standard factory fitted double-glazed units (typically with a 16 – 20mm Argon filled cavity), the giveaway ‘double shadow’ on the glazing and the thicker profiles required to accommodate heavy double-glazed units are almost invariably unacceptable for period properties.

This has led to the popularity of ‘low sightline’ slim double-glazing, which aims to combine some of the features of a slim window with better thermal performance.

This is achieved by using a heavier inert gas such as Krypton or Xenon to reduce the thermal conductivity sufficiently to create an effective smaller cavity in between the

panes. The sightline, (which is the area from the edge of the glass to the top of the spacer bar), is typically reduced to just 5-6mm to allow thinner window sections.

However, this type of window is now the subject of debate, not least within the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF), because in order to achieve such a slim slightline it is necessary to reduce the amount of sealant and desiccant used in the perimeter of the unit. This can cause instability and increase the likelihood of unit failure. In fact, there is an ongoing discussion as to whether some of these units even comply with the Construction Products Regulations (CPR)1.

As a result of these still unresolved matters, striking the right balance between performance and aesthetics has become even more challenging and complicated for specifiers.

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Vacuum glazing An alternative option which is now beginning to attract interest in the heritage sector is ‘vacuum glazing’, where all the air is extracted to form a vacuum cavity between a pane of low emissivity (low-e) glass and a pane of clear float glass. With no air or gas between the panes, there is nothing to transfer heat, so the energy efficiency is much greater. The same applies to sound.

Originally developed in Japan twenty years ago as a lightweight, energy efficient solution for buildings in earthquake zones, Pilkington Spacia™ is the first commercially available vacuum glazing in the UK, which offers U-values of 1.1 W/m2K on its standard units and as low as 0.9W/m2K on its higher performance Spacia™ Cool units.

With a total thickness of 6.2mm, (the vacuum cavity being just 0.2mm), it is roughly a quarter of the thickness of a conventional double-glazed unit and half the thickness of a typical slimline double-glazed unit. It is also approximately two thirds of the weight, which makes it narrow and light enough to fit into most existing timber window frames without any discernible double reflection.

However, the vacuum process can only be achieved by creating a hole in the inner pane, which is located 50 mm from the edge of the glass and covered by a permanent 12 mm black plastic cap. For some conservation officers, this can be a distraction, but for many others it is barely noticeable behind the curtain sweep. Similarly, the 0.25 mm micro-spacers, which sit at 20mm intervals to keep the two panes a fixed distance apart, are visible on close inspection, but not in day to day use.

The sustainability of a glazed unit imported from Japan could also potentially be challenged, until one considers that the embodied energy required in the production of inert gasses used in the manufacture of most conventional double glazing is far higher than the energy involved in global shipping.2 Despite its imperfections, vacuum glazing technology is now opening up opportunities for architects and specifiers looking to replace the glazing on old windows, whilst preserving as much of the original joinery as possible. It is also being adopted by specialist joinery companies wanting to create traditional looking windows with modern performance benefits for those period homes where the original frames cannot be salvaged.

A modern period window As modern methods of fabrication can so easily destroy the overall aesthetic that conservation officers are trying to preserve, it is vitally important that any thin glazing solution is combined with traditional joinery and hardware, and that any modern performance enhancing features are as unintrusive as possible.

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Glazing comparison table Single Glazing

Double Glazing

Slim Double Glazing

Vacuum Cavity Glazing

4-8mm thick glass which can be float, crown or cylinder depending on the production method.

Two sheets of 4-6mm float glass separated by a spacer bar. Space between two panes (cavity) typically 16-20mm and filled with inexpensive inert gas.

Two sheets of 4mm float glass separated by a spacer bar.

Cavity between glass panes is reduced to 4-6mm and filled with more expensive inert gas.

An inner pane of clear float glass and an outer pane of low-e glass separated by microdots. Cavity between glass panes is reduced to 0.2mm and air is extracted to give a vacuum.

Pros:

Pros:

Pros:

Pros:

• Traditional, with no double reflection

• Inexpensive

• Limited double reflection

• Good energy efficiency

• Moderate energy efficiency

• No discernible double reflection

• Inexpensive • Long lifespan

• Moderate lifespan

• Good energy efficiency • Better sound insulation • Long lifespan • Ultra-thin glazing: Pilkington Spacia™ is 6.2mm.

Cons:

Cons:

Cons:

Cons:

• Poor energy efficiency

• Non-traditional with pronounced double reflection

• Poor lifespan

• Plug on face of unit and tiny microdots within glass

• Poor acoustic performance

• Heavier and thicker glazing typically 24mm requires larger frame sections

Gowercroft Joinery is the first window manufacturer to have incorporated Pilkington Spacia™, into a traditionally crafted range of Heritage windows made with modern materials like Accoya®, (a modern modified timber whose cellular structure has been treated to increase its durability, stability and longevity) sprayed with a unique formulation of protective paint, guaranteed to deliver zero maintenance for 10 years.

Whilst the range does not claim to use real putty to secure the glass panes like the windows of yesteryear - in a modern high-performance window this would be incongruous - the putty line is replicated in the outer profile. Although more regular looking than traditional putty, it does significantly improve security and coating longevity.

Similarly, modern seals that are designed to keep the windows weather-resistant are neatly concealed within the joinery.

Arguably, any attempt to provide an acceptable modern solution for a listed property will involve some degree of compromise.

The perfect window for ‘modern living’ in a heritage home may not yet have been designed to everyone’s satisfaction, but conservation officers, specifiers and owners of listed properties do now have options, including some highly functional, futureproofed and genuinely sympathetic modern products.

For more information about Gowercroft Joinery, telephone: 01773 300 510.

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• Expensive

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Doors, Windows & Fittings OPEN AND SHUT CASE… New Innervision® steel-framed sliding doors from Crittall add a further dimension to interiors Creating a seamless transition between rooms, by opening or closing space is now possible with sliding doors from Crittall’s range of Innervision interior screens.

These bright, beautifully crafted walls of glazing will complement timeless styles of period property or contemporary homes. On-trend, open plan living takes on a different dimension by partitioning open interior areas to create contemporary zones with steel-framed single or double sliding doors, without compromising light or space.

Available in a variety of options, Innervision screens and doors are designed with modern living in mind, giving a sense of space, light and understated beauty, with clean lines and subtle detailing. The sliding doors feature concealed running gear to provide a sleek finish.

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on opening and closing. These interior sliding doors offer wider opening areas than more intrusive hinged doors, maximising use of inside room space, particularly where it may be limited. Elegantly slender, the slim steel framing is unobtrusive - the distinguishedlooking installation makes a wonderful talking point. Natural illumination inside is increased, while enhanced acoustic properties ensure privacy and reduced noise levels. Fully compatible with other Innervision products, the sliding door option features a secure latch-able configuration. They are available with a wide range of handle styles and brass finishes.

Ideal solution Unmatched by other materials, these long-lasting slimline sliding doors look like traditional Crittall windows, providing minimalist retro-looks with a contemporary twist - and larger expanses of glass than others in the marketplace. Cleverly dividing space without impeding light, they are the ideal solution, whether for an extension with dramatic steel-framed glazed screen forming a brighter space for a living room, a light-filled area off the kitchen, or a partition from bathroom to bedroom. www.crittall-windows.co.uk; t: 01376 530800; e: hq@crittall-windows.co.uk

P C Henderson Expands its Range of Rustic Top Mount Systems with New Stainless Steel Finish

Sliding and folding door hardware manufacturer, P C Henderson, is pleased to announce the launch of a new stainless steel finish for its popular Rustic Top Mount system.

Launched earlier this year, Rustic Top Mount offers a stylish contemporary twist on the company’s classic Rustic 100 system with its exposed steel hangers being mounted to the top of the door. Originally launched in a matt black finish, the company has now introduced a new stainless steel finish to the range in order to cater for a wider variety of taste and design preferences.

Andrew Royle, Sales and Marketing Director at P C Henderson commented “Sliding door hardware isn’t just about space saving functionality any more, customers are using our hardware to create unique features in the home and workplace and - with its exposed steel hangers – Rustic is a great way to do this”.

The launch of the new finish comes off the back of an ongoing expansion of P C Henderson’s range of sliding barn door hardware. The company’s original Rustic 100 system is now available in matt black, stainless steel and most recently a unique ‘antique rust’ effect finish - along with a new fast fix soft stop accessory launched late 2018. Both the Rustic 100 and Rustic Top Mount have also recently benefitted from an increased weight capacity - now catering for doors up to 100kg.

Stephanie Lee, Marketing Manager at P C Henderson commented, “Expanding our range of sliding barn door hardware ensures that we are providing our customers with the creative capabilities to create a range of looks to suit virtually any application. Whether teaming our hardware up with a reclaimed barn door, contemporary cottage door or vintage style glass framed door – we will have the hardware to suit”.

P C Henderson’s Rustic range caters for doors weighing up to 100kg and is available in 2 metre or 3 metre track lengths. Fittings kits are available for when an extra door is required and a fast fix soft stop accessory can be specified to gently decelerate doors into the open or closed position.

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Fantom Magnetic Door Stop Introduced to the P C Henderson Range Leading provider of sliding door hardware systems – P C Henderson - has partnered up with Fantom to introduce a new magnetic door stop accessory to its range of products.

The Fantom Magnetic Door Stop is an innovative door stop solution which uses a neodymium magnet installed into the base of the door to pull a floor pin up and stop a door in the open or closed position. The accessory has been expertly designed to offer a more discreet and concealed alternative to a traditional door stop and is set to be extremely popular across the DIY, building and construction markets.

Andrew Royle, Sales and Marketing Director at P C Henderson, commented; “What’s great about Fantom is that, unlike conventional door stops, it offers a completely concealed finish meaning no trip hazard and a cleaner finish. The striker plate is fitted underneath the door and the stop sits completely flush to the floor -meaning there’s no unsightly hardware on display and all moving parts are hidden. We’re noticing more and more that our customers are coming to us expecting a full hardware solution - beyond our traditional sliding door hardware offering. As a result - we’ve introduced Fantom to our range and will also be offering our customers with a new, extended collection of handles and flush pulls in October 2019”.

The accessory can be used with standalone swing doors, swing doors within folding systems as well as sliding doors - lending itself perfectly to a number of existing products within the P C Henderson range.

“Our Roomflex folding door hardware system lends itself perfectly to the new Fantom Door Stop. With no floor channel, the system is designed to be extremely discreet and so a concealed door stop which can be used to hold the swing door closed, removing the need for a latch or lever handle, will be very well received by our customers.

Fantom can also be used with the majority of our sliding door systems as a hold open solution and also to prevent movement from sloping floors and drafts”, continued Andrew.

The Fantom Magnetic Door Stop can be used on a number of surfaces including carpets, tiles, concrete and wood and is available in a variety of finishes – meaning it can be used in virtually any swing or sliding door application. The product is available now from P C Henderson along with an optional 5mm packer (for larger door to floor gaps) and an optional 6 piece installation kit. www.pchenderson.com

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Keep the Weather at Bay with Evolution Storm Windows The British weather often causes havoc with the outside of our homes. Rain, wind, salt spray, frost and snow frequently come to do battle with our windows throughout the autumn and winter season. Old windows may rattle and the paint can start to crack and peel. Even much-needed rays of sunshine can cause traditional, white paintwork to yellow.

Evolution has created a solution to this problem with their next generation Storm Windows: beautifully designed, highly energy efficient, incredibly secure and virtually maintenance free.

Storm windows have been designed to endure our changeable weather conditions.

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only require an occasional quick wipe down to keep them clean.

Particularly important in winter, Storm windows offer exceptional thermal performance with an outstanding A+13 energy rating and a U value of 1.3, which will help save on energy bills. For even more exceptional energy efficiency, it’s possible to upgrade to triple glazing.

Evolution has chosen the paint used for Storm Windows to ensure remarkable longevity and exceptional resistance. With added protection against salt and UV light, their paint supplier has upped the ante against the elements and has created a product that is more environmentally friendly, yet will never yellow with age.

Not only will your home feel warmer and look beautiful, but Storm windows will also keep you safe and secure on

winter evenings. An array of innovative security features, as well as easy escape egress hinges, have been tested to British and European Standards and cleverly incorporated into the design.

Evolution Windows & Conservatories Group specialise in timber alternative PVCu products. We employ traditionally skilled craftsmen, as well as technicians, in our Bedfordshire factory, to ensure exceptional quality. Our retail partners will handle your purchase. They will arrange a survey to assess the exact measurements and allocate an experienced team to carry out the installation. Storm windows are priced from £500 excluding installation.

For further information visit www.evolutionwindows.com or call 0800 773 4045

Tommy Walsh talks Crocodile Garage doors.

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They also offer a comprehensive repair service, and a unique window and door health check, to make sure your windows and doors are operating to the best of their ability.

Now, some years later, as the business continues to go from strength to strength and as the loyal customer base testifies, quality products and personal attention to detail continue to be very much at its heart.

The company is happy to cater for both the public and trade and claims ‘no job is too big or too small’.

Bennbrook Windows is very much a traditional family company.

Apart from Chris and his co-director brother in law, and also Chris’s son are also involved in the running of the company..

“We always ensure our customers are treated with respect. We know we have built Bennbrook on reputation and will continue to do that” says Chris.

Based at Esgors Farm Industrial Estate in Thornwood, Bennbrook Windows offers a great deal more than its name suggests.

Choose from an impressive range of products including double-glazing, glass, conservatories, porches, replacement windows, entrance doors, bi-folding doors, French and patio doors.

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Quality is paramount too and you’ll find only the best energy efficient products at very reasonable prices. Skilled fitting teams work to the highest standards, treating your home with respect and care.

All work comes with an additional insurance backed guarantee and as a FENSA registered company, Bennbrook Windows also has superb reviews as a ‘Which Trusted Trader’ and Checkatrade member.

Whatever glazing work you require, why not give these experts a call? They have the experience and expertise needed to ensure your dream construction or renovation project can become a reality.

Bennbrook Windows is open Monday to Friday from 9am until 5pm and by appointment at other times.

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Tommy Walsh talks Crocodile Glass Verandas.

A Glass Veranda offers a unique extension to your living space, it’s a solid, open structure with a glass roof, constructed using powder coated aluminium and is maintenance free. It’s built to last and crucially with craftsmanship. So find out how a bespoke Crocodile Veranda will add style and elegance to your home.

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Gatti House / Adam Knibb Architects The client’s aim was to create a contemporary extension to a historic family home, offering flexible spaces, whilst ensuring the addition fit sympathetically within its context.

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blend in harmoniously with the surrounding and respect the Old Vicarage’s character.

As privacy and security is important within a family home, the design will create a balanced relationship between large open living areas and private spaces.

Our proposal looks to unite the kitchen and the new proposed extension in a contemporary manner. The area will act as the social hub within the dwelling and has been strategically arranged in an open plan manner to make the most of the surrounding views.

With both a south/ east facing garden it was important to maximise the natural light into the new spaces to negate any dark zones. The proposal, although contemporary in form, will

The kitchen will be opened up to give a more spacious area with lots of storage, that leads the user to the proposed dining room, which has been separated by

timber fin partitions that create a sense of enclosure in the dining room creating a snug environment together with the wood burner.

The fins also allows for light to pass into kitchen and views into the garden when the user is in the kitchen.

The first floor, consists of a dressing room and an ensuite to the master bedroom. The ensuite will offer specular views into garden and natural lighting into the space.

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Floors & Flooring REVIVE YOUR WORKTOPS FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH OSMO With Christmas fast approaching, many homeowners are already thinking about preparing their homes for the festive season, and ecofriendly wood finishes expert, Osmo UK, has a wood finish to ensure all Christmas guests are impressed with your kitchen worktops.

As one of the primary rooms in the home, the kitchen plays host to Christmas dinner and all its trimmings, meaning that the space needs to be functional yet presentable to cater for all the family.

However, with kitchen being used all year round, the worktops are prone to spillages, scratches and water damage, resulting in a dull, tiredlooking surface. By investing in a high-quality finish, wooden worktops can get a new lease of life. Osmo UK offers an interior wood finishing treatment designed to keep your worktops looking as beautiful as the day they were installed.

TopOil consists of natural plant oils and waxes and is designed to accentuate the wood’s natural beauty. The water-repellent and resistant finish makes it an ideal choice for the kitchen where water damage and spillages are inevitable.

Available in seven different shades, there is a finish to complement all decors. TopOil works by penetrating

deeply into the surface of the wood, to enhance the existing characteristics and enhance its natural grain.

Suitable for all wooden worktops and internal joinery, TopOil is extremely easy to apply. Two to three coats of the oil (depending on the wood species) will allow the homeowner to enjoy stunning wooden worktops for many years to come. Osmo UK recommends applying the first coat of TopOil with a flat brush to ensure even coverage, and the second coat applied with a lint free cloth to work the oil into the grain. The simple application process means that homeowners can treat the worktops themselves without the need for additional help, saving money and time.

Not only does the finish deliver professional results but TopOil is food safe (EN 1186) and suitable for use on children’s toys (EN 71.3) making it a family-friendly choice for the Christmas period without compromising on health and safety.

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RINNAI ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF THE TRUST PARTNERSHIP WITH INSTALLER NETWORK Rinnai, a global leader in heating and hot water units & systems for both commercial and residential sites, has announced the launch of the Trust Partnership with the formation of an installer network specifically for its domestic product range, the Zen & Zen Plus.

The installer domestic partnership network will be offered to all bona fide, Gas Safe registered, installers of residential heating and hot water units and systems. The launch is complementary to the recent introduction of the Rinnai Zen and Zen Plus domestic heating hot water system.

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the installer is working to a rigid formula and facing downward price pressures on their rates. All sites and installations are unique in their own way and we want to create a domestic installer network - a Trust Partnership - where quality and price are the criteria. Not just price being the first, last and everything about a job.

“In the Zen and Zen Plus we have a quality concept backed by high performance products and we want to work with those installers who aim to work at the mid to top end of the market, rather than scramble around the price-driven lower ends of the industry,” says Rinnai Managing Director, Tony Gittings.

The Rinnai Trust Partnership will include comprehensive training and real-time instant-response technical support.

“We will also be initiating a complete programme of benefits - including liveried work clothing, suitable for all the seasons, plus individualised marketing and business support,” adds Tony Gittings.

Rinnai, global leaders in continuous flow hot water heating products and systems, recently introduced the Zen and Zen Plus home hot water & heating system which marries established and proven manufacture durability with new technologies to offer great energy efficiencies, user control and, importantly, unparalleled level of comfort.

Some of the features of Zen & Zen Plus are: IOT controller as standard; Fast heating mode; DHW pre-heat function - saving wasted water; Energy monitor function allows user to monitor energy usage; flue runs up to 30 meters, Rinnai boiler App for android and IOS; constant temperatureaccurate hot water delivery at continuous flow rates.

There is also smart Wi-Fi controller and App benefits; The Rinnai app seamlessly connects to the controller in the property; the user can control the boiler remotely adjusting temperature, setting weekly and daily programmes, receiving alarm functions, monitor energy usage and set limits. The WiFi and boiler controller also uses GPS from the user’s mobile to bring on the heat when you are getting close to home to ensure the house is warm when you arrive.

Rinnai Zen & Zen Plus is available for use with both natural gas and LPG. Rinnai UK will be launching this innovation plus several other cutting-edge appliances during 2019.

The Rinnai Corporation was founded in Nagoya, Japan in 1819 and today operates in 17 nations and regions around the world with sales of kitchen appliances, air conditioners, hot water heating & home heating units in over 80 countries.

Says Rinnai UK Managing Director Tony Gittings, “The company has evolved and developed into a group that produces a diversity of products and services that directly benefit ordinary people in their daily lives.

The Rinnai Zen and Zen Plus system will increase comfort and reduce energy usage whilst also providing a highly economic solution for today’s changing marketplace.

“Our core expertise is the mass production of long-term reliable combustion products with advanced technologies – we are a global leader and make over 2 million water heating units every year for domestic, residential and commercial applications.

We have been researching and monitoring the UK domestic heating market for several years and would only launch when we had a proven system. That time is now, and we are offering hot water heating units together with a superior performance combi boiler in 24, 29 and 35-kW outputs, says Chris Goggin, head of Rinnai UK operations.

almost ignored - the provision of luxury levels of hot water at affordable sums to the middle and top end of the marketplace.

“Another major difference with the Rinnai Zen & Zen Plus is that the route to market is with installers. We are committed to working with installers as our route to market. The installer is still the major player and, in our view, always will be.”

“Our policy is to help enrich the lives of people in local communities by providing optimal solutions that fit the lifestyle culture, climate conditions, and the energy situation of each country around the world. The threeyear period is aiming at connecting the first century to the next one. The theme will be named, ‘Connected in passion for the next 100 years.”

This follows the other significant corporate developments on the global presence of Rinnai - the issuing of a new logo and a new brand statement – ‘A Healthier Way of Living’.

For more information visit rinnaiuk.com

“We are not launching into the mass UK boiler market – that is, in our view, a saturated and oversubscribed market which is in the throes of a major upheaval in its structure due to the advent of online direct sales platforms. We are offering something very different. And we are aiming to serve a market sector previously overlooked and www.refurbandrestore.co.uk - 33

Heating & Ventilation Sime’s unique integrated heat pump and boiler brings Revolution to the renewables sector!

The Murelle Revolution 30 is the first completely integrated boiler and heat pump in a single cased product. Using an ErP A++ 30 kW Murelle boiler and completely sealed 4kW output heat pump, the Murelle Revolution 30 is a single compact unit that can be installed by any registered Gas Safe installer in a single installation process, without requiring an additional F-gasregistered installer to be present.

The unique Murelle Revolution 30 should be installed inside and hung on the wall like a conventional boiler.

The Revolution provides heat and hot water, achieving an average seasonal heating performance of 134%, granting A++ energy efficiency, according to the ErP Ecodesign Regulation.

Sime domestic and commercial boilers deliver intelligent and environmentally efficient heating and hot water solutions. With a proven reputation for quality, reliability and performance, Sime incorporates the stylish design and innovative engineering, synonymous with its Italian heritage. Manufactured using the most advanced production systems and the highest quality brass and stainless steel components, Sime boilers are compact, lightweight and easy to install and come with two, five and ten year warranties.

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Interiors & Interior design high quality wine racks and wine cabinet storage solutions since 1977 A & W Moore Wine Racks have been manufacturing wine racks in the UK since 1977. We are a familyrun business, providing a comprehensive range of high quality wine racks and wine cabinet storage solutions. We have built our reputation on building bespoke wine racks using only the finest materials, to not only provide you with bespoke storage solutions that are tailor-made to your requirements, but also to ensure that no matter the wood or metal you choose, your wine storage solution will preserve your wine or champagne for generations.

Our reputation for quality products at affordable prices, combined with great personal service, means that we now have loyal clients from every corner of the globe, as well as across the United Kingdom. Choose from our large collection of solid oak wine racks, solid pine wine racks, traditional wood & steel wine racks or all metal wine racks to find your perfect fit.

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Introducing Aria: The New Iconic Surface Formica Group releases a bold new range for sophisticated kitchens Aria™ is the latest innovative surface from iconic manufacturer Formica Group. Developed to be the ideal alternative to natural and engineered stone, it is aesthetically faithful to its real life counterparts.

It combines the beauty of natural materials with a highly engineered development process; an elegant, hard-wearing solid core enabling aspirational homeowners to create the kitchen they’ve always dreamed of, providing a generous lifespan of luxury.

There are three colour ranges to transform any kitchen space – natural whites, cool greys and modern blacks – while classic designs incorporate marble veining, granite textures and engineered stone patterns. Versatile and striking, Aria presents a premium look for kitchens that both delights and fascinates.

Aria is available in a choice of 15 refined styles along with five exquisite finishes that fulfil contemporary consumer trends, including the passion for mixed textures and tones, and the growing desire for bolder design choices. The cutting-edge range encourages the modern kitchen owner to create more beautiful spaces by adding an element of pure luxury.

Aria was conceived and developed as a true alternative to natural and engineered stone.

Without compromising on the aesthetic and finish, it offers better durability and ease of maintenance than the traditional materials it is inspired by.

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Its solid one-piece construction gives it superior performance, which, along with its non-porous and hygienic properties, make it ideal for highusage consumer applications. Aria can also be cut on site and installed using standard tools, saving on precious time and costs.

This gorgeous surface is manufactured in ultra-slim 12mm or classic 20mm thicknesses, gracefully complementing any traditional or modern kitchen design. With a solid colour core and waterproof structure, Aria worktops allow for the installation of under-mounted sinks or a focalpoint island with a cascading waterfall effect, as well as incorporation of drainage grooves.

Formica Group’s enduring philosophy is to create products that are a design statement and high performing yet require little maintenance. Aria has been specially designed to meet the current consumer demand for sleek kitchens with alluring visual appeal that provide world-class durability and outstanding value.

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Report reveals economic boost of Boroughmuir restoration work The redevelopment of one of Edinburgh’s most iconic old school buildings will deliver an economic boost of over £45 million to the local area.

Philip Hogg, Sales and Marketing Director at CALA Homes (East), said: “We’re committed to developing communities rather than simply building new homes.

Homebuilder CALA Homes (East) will create a development of 87 refurbished contemporary one to four bedroom apartments as it restores the former Boroughmuir High School. In addition, a further 17 mid-market rent apartments will be delivered.

“The construction sector has a pivotal role to play in building and sustaining local communities from helping local trades to thrive and creating jobs through to helping independent shops to prosper.

An indication of the scale of likely benefits to the surrounding area has been set out by independent experts, who assessed the economic impact of the plans laid out by CALA. The report states that the renovation work at Boroughmuir will create 105 jobs per year – 55 construction jobs and 50 supply chain jobs.

CALA’s work will deliver a £41.9m cash injection to the local economy through the £20.4m construction value and £21.5m worth of economic output.

There will also be £757,000 as part of S75 developer contributions to improve schools, leisure facilities and infrastructure while creating much-needed new homes. The local authority is estimated to receive an extra £290,000 through additional council tax revenues.

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“Given the sensitive nature of this refurbishment project, we have carefully selected specialist subcontractors, some of which are local, who bring extensive experience and expertise to this development.

“We are proud that our work can bring benefits for both people that choose to live on our development and also to the wider Bruntsfield community.”

The detailed report suggests the economic windfall for the surrounding community would be delivered in three distinct areas - construction benefits, local community benefits and local authority revenue benefits.

Philip added: “We’re delighted to be investing in Edinburgh and believe our plans will have a positive effect not only by renovating a building of local importance but also by improving infrastructure for the existing community.

It spans a total of 2.18 acres with the apartments ranging from 767 sqft to 1,701 sqft and set to launch in early 2020.

Operational benefits from the work include an estimated £570,000 spent by buyers making their house ‘feel like a home’ by adding their own touches with another £1.75m likely to be spent in local shops.

“Our track record in the area shows that by engaging with the local contractors and community throughout the design process, we are able to translate our building projects into significant investment in the local area.”

Respected independent consultancy, Lichfields, examined CALA’s proposal in detail and assessed the ripple effect they would deliver in terms of employment opportunities and an increase in money spent at local businesses.

The report also states that 30 full-time jobs will be created in the local area as a result of increased expenditure from those moving to CALA’s development.

For further information visit www.cala.co.uk

The former school was an innovative design by renowned architect John Alexander Carfrae. One of the first buildings in Edinburgh to utilise steel frame for architecture, the building was constructed between 1911 and 1914 and is a Grade B listed building.

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Plaswood raised beds – for the sustainable gardener Trex Company, the world’s No 1 decking brand, offers a simple and easy way to build with green materials whilst not compromising on look and feel. With high-definition wood grain patterns and rich, saturated colours inspired by the outdoors, Trex composite decking looks natural and boasts a vibrancy that remains unchanged for years.

Colour options range from deep earth tones to warm umbers, spicy reds and pristine greys.

deck boards will retain their good looks even after years of wet British winters and are guaranteed to look as good as new by the time summer comes around – year after year.

Just an occasional sweep, and a clean with soap and water is all that is needed to ensure the beauty of a Trex deck for decades.

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The latest product range from Plaswood has been designed with the sustainable gardener in mind.

Made in the UK from recycled plastic, Plaswood raised beds and planters provide year-round vegetable or flower space that require no maintenance painting or preserving, will not rot or splinter with age, and will outlast any timber alternative.

A great choice for any garden, allotment, school or communal area, the flexibility of the new modular design offers custom made sizes to suit an individual’s need or preference. The 1m long panels are available in colours black and brown.

Plaswood raised beds will enhance any outside space, whatever the size.

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PRESERVING THE PAST FOR THE FUTURE Repairing old buildings, replacing masonry, adding features to an already beautiful setting or creating a brand new home, expert stone masons work with it all.

Time, expertise and patience are the key elements that stone masons use to preserve, repair and finish buildings, many of which are already steeped in history while others are bang up to date with modern architecture. No one can deny that it is a highly skilled craft and an art form we all admire.

The stone that the masons use has been carefully sourced, sawn and then carved in the mason’s workshop prior to being hand finished at its final destination, adorning a new location, where it will remain long beyond the years of the masons who chiselled hours of their time in to its creation.

The masons use their knowledge to mix history with modern day, often blending old with new, paying attention to detail to ensure the completed project is to the client’s expectations and satisfaction, bringing their ideas to life.

Cotswold Hill Stone and Masonry employ their own team of highly accomplished stone masons who are based at Cotswold Hill Quarry near Stow-onthe-Wold and Birch Hill Pennant Quarry, in Park End within The Royal Forest of Dean. Here they mainly work with Cotswold limestone, Bath stone and Pennant Sand stone, though they also use Iron and Lias stone to fulfil their customer’s requirements.

For further details contact Cotswold Hill Stone & Masonry on 01386 584384 or visit their website www.stonequarries.co.uk

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London Build 2019: Show Preview What’s on?

London’s leading construction and design show is back for 2019 and this time it is bigger and better than ever before. Spanning across two floors, London Build is more than just an exhibition. Not just your average construction show, the event is jam packed with content, networking and entertainment.

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London Build will be boasting CPD accredited sessions across eight different summits, hosted by the most sensational line-up of speakers at any construction show in history, and featuring accredited training workshops in everything from sustainability and BIM to Advanced Digital and Social Media Construction Marketing. Our extensive programme of over 500 esteemed speakers includes the likes of Juliemma McLoughlin the Chief Planner - Development, Enterprise and Environment at Greater London Authority, Fergus Harradence the Deputy Director of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Gillian Charlesworth the CEO of BRE, Graham Watts the CEO of Construction Industry Council, Sharon Duffy the Head of Transport Infrastructure at Transport for London and David Speight the Project Delivery Director Heathrow Expansion of Heathrow – to name a few.

featuring individuals from a wide array of fascinating backgrounds in the industry, from CEO’s to architects, pioneers to students and future leaders.

Networking London Build is looking forward to welcoming over 25,000 registered contractors, architects, engineers, developers, councils and construction professionals over the two days. We’re expecting a high level of attendance from the UK’s top 100 contractors and architects, offering an unbeatable opportunity for networking with peers and clients alike.

We want you to leave London Build armed with a wide range of new connections and friends, and make sure you become part of an ongoing exciting and vibrant new community of like-minded professionals.

Over 350 exhibitors will fill the venue including: Procore, Powerday, Recticel, JLG, BT Openreach, Epson, Panasonic, Bauder, Beaulieu International, Roof Maker, Autodesk/Plangrid, George Boyd/SaintGobain, Wurth, Resapol and Bostik.

Networking opportunities include our first ever LinkedIn Networking Lounge – a ground-breaking networking initiative which enables attendees to network and make new contacts whilst simultaneously building their online network through LinkedIn using QR codes and a timetable of Speed Networking events.

The Humans of Construction photography exhibition will be displaying 1,000 of the most influential and inspiring professionals working in the UK’s built environment,

We’ll also be hosting networking events such as Meet the Buyer by Constructionline, CIOB Hub in the Pub, Constructing Excellence Club Breakfast, BIM & Tonic, #TeqDen10x10,

Diversity in Construction, and the UK’s largest ever networking meeting of Women in Construction – plus many more.

An Event Like No Other London Build believes that doing business should be fun, and includes within the event the Festival of Construction. Featuring comedy acts, entertainment, live music, celebrity guests, London Beer Festival, gin tastings and prize giveaways, the Festival of Construction promises to be the biggest festival in construction, offering you the chance to rub shoulders with big industry names and celebrity guests, whilst indulging in London’s finest food, drinks and live entertainment.

Charity contests will be taking place across the two days, including our very own world record attempt! We’ll be striving to break the world record for the greatest number of Movember Moustaches at one event to raise funds for men’s health.

This truly is a show like no other, built for those in the industry who want to have fun, be inspired, and meet with thousands of architects, developers, contractors, local councils, housing associations, and more!

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Lighting & Electrical

Traditional Ironmongery & Lighting Showroom & Website Broughtons is a family run retailer specialising in Lighting, Electrical, Ironmongery and Home Accessories for period and contemporary properties. We have a great range of door, window and cupboard furniture and offer an extensive choice of internal and external lighting along with traditional electrical switches and sockets.

Boasting an impressive showroom and website, we’re certain you will find everything you need for your home, be it a tiny brass cupboard knob or that Bakelite handle you never knew you needed (until now!). We can provide samples and offer guidance on product selection and period authenticity.

Our exclusive bespoke Hand Ageing service is offered across many products to match your existing.

With a combined experience of over 200 years, our team are passionate about property detail and excited to hear about your project. We are happy to help you find exactly what you require for your sympathetic restoration or new build.

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We are proud members of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers and can offer product guidance and selection to assist with renovation or building schedules.

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DANLERS Limited are proud to introduce SMART PIR Sensors suitable to work wirelessly with ecosystems including: CASAMBI, SILVAIR and WIREPAS. These new controls compliment DANLERS highly regarded stand alone controls range which has been simply saving energy for our customers for nearly 30 years.

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Franklite has the product Whatever your lighting requirements Franklite has the product. We pride ourselves in offering a high quality and broad collection of lighting products that can complement many different environments; from the traditional brass chandeliers and exquisite glass lanterns such as our Delft and Pasillo ranges, right through to the lighting of tomorrow, with modern geometric finishes and stunning bursts of LED light such as the Tangent and the Supernova series.

Franklite are also one of the very few decorative and soft commercial lighting companies that has their own photometer and spectrometer and the only UK company which owns a Rigo 801-1500 near-field Goniophotometer – a cutting edge device used for measurement of light emitted from an object at different angles.

This investment now enables us to offer complete photometric files compatible with designer’s software in ELUMDAT .(ltd) and IESNA (.ies) formats.

Wojciech Miiller, Franklites Technical Specialist says ‘The Photometer allows us to gather information about the quality and quantity of light being produced by our luminaires. By utilizing this information, we are able to design and produce quality lighting products which also offer excellent energy saving credentials.

In recent years lighting technology has evolved at a tremendous pace and with this investment it enables Franklite to lead the field.’

From hotels to care homes or restaurants to domestic and maybe even your office, see our exciting new range of products for all your lighting requirements at: www.franklite.net For further information contact customerservice@franklite.ltd.uk

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Things to Consider When Planning a Kitchen Renovation The latest Houzz & Home survey found that more than a quarter of homeowners (29%) had updated their kitchens in 2018, a room which consistently features as one of the top three rooms to renovate. The report also found that the median spend on kitchen renovations was £10,000 rising by 11% since 2018. With so many homeowners choosing to invest in this key room, it’s important to get it right, so Houzz has brought together professionals from the site, to share their expert advice, and help ensure your kitchen renovations go to plan.

Research, research, research “Start planning your kitchen several months before the builders arrive so that you have plenty of time to do your research,” says professional on Houzz, Beth Dadswell of Imperfect Interiors. “Kitchens are one of the most expensive rooms in the house to renovate, and the choices of finishes, brands and electrical products are endless – so you will need some time to dedicate to this before work starts.”

“To get the best design on a budget, it is necessary to do thorough research on every single item or component,” says Hayley Tarrington-Robson of Day True. “Compare prices and, if possible, visit showrooms that showcase the design you like.”

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Find the right pro It’s vital to also research your kitchen designer or fitter, advises Michaela Stansfield of Field & Co Interior Design Ltd. “The old ‘buy cheap, buy twice’ scenario can really hit a budget hard if the tradesperson fails to complete the job and you have to source a replacement to fix their work,” she says. “I always suggest getting at least three quotes from all trades required, be sure to get an itemised quote so you know exactly what you are paying for, check references and where possible view previous work.”

Sites like Houzz can help you with this, with portfolios and reviews of professionals in your local area, easily found in the directory.

Create a contingency fund Michaela recommends putting 10% of your budget aside as a contingency fund, to allow for unforeseen expenses. “This way you are more likely to be able to stay within budget should hidden costs arise,” she says.

“It’s tempting to spend this at the planning phase but this safety net is worth its weight in gold when, part-way through the work, unforeseen expenses would have blown the budget,” she continues. “If you do manage to have it leftover once work is complete you can always indulge in special finishing touches.”

Be realistic “People often want an island or at least a breakfast bar, but it sometimes doesn’t work in the space,” says professional on Houzz, Lindsey Durrant of Burlanes Interiors. “Think about how you’re going to be able to move around the room. Be realistic about what will fit. If you’re spending money on a new kitchen, you don’t want a design you can’t move around easily or a space that looks crowded or over-stuffed.”

Houzz is the leading platform for home renovation and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish. With the largest residential design database in the world, Houzz is the easiest way for people to find inspiration, get advice and hire the professionals they need to help turn their ideas into reality.

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5 things you need to know before converting your loft

By Matthew Currington, Technical Director, The Lighting Superstore Loft conversions are ideal when space is at a premium, but while they’ll free up space in your home, they can be financially draining.

your ceiling doesn’t measure up, you’ll need to lower the floor or heighten the roof, which can be costly and messy work.

An attic transformation means a lot of work, so the Lighting Superstore is here to walk you through the key considerations to ensure your conversion goes smoothly.

Most residential homes aren’t detached, so you’ll need a party wall agreement. If you’re making structural changes to a shared party wall, you’ll need to get written permission from a neighbour between 2–12 months before work begins.

The lofty logistics A loft conversion means more than just knocking down beams, with planning permission, building regulations and shared walls among the considerations.

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Loft conversions typically don’t require planning permission if you meet certain criteria. However, large changes are required to meet building regulations to ensure the structure is stable and safe. If you’re unsure, your architect or surveyor should be on hand to guide you.

Choosing the right conversion The most common loft conversion is a dormer conversion – an additional space built onto an existing roof. They create more room than other conversions and avoid the slanted walls typical of many conversions.

Dormer conversions typically cost upwards of £20,000 but benefit from not requiring planning permission.

If you have a sloped or ‘hipped’ roof, a single or double hip to gable conversion is likely the best option. This type of conversion extends outwards from the sloped side of the roof, adding a vertical wall, and can cost upwards of £30,000.

A mansard loft conversion requires the most structural change, spanning the length of your roof and extending it outwards to at least a 72-degree angle. This conversion is the most expensive and needs planning permission but will add a generous space to your home.

Design decisions It’s important you decide how you want your conversion to look before beginning work, so you can accommodate your must-haves around non-negotiables like plumbing.

Plan for the biggest additions first, like bathroom fittings, built-in storage and large furniture, as these require the most space.

You can accessorise after.

If you want a dark colour scheme, make sure there’s plenty of natural and artificial light available, like skylights and windows, to make the room feel spacious.

If you’re after a cosy atmosphere, avoid floor lamps as these aren’t space-saving.

Artificial lighting like the Sabina wood effect table lamp, matching wall light and ceiling pendant adds character and warmth without taking up too much space.

Hidden costs Set a budget before you approach architects and labourers, outlining exactly what you can and can’t afford.

Fees quoted by an architect tend to cover sketches, computer aided designs (CAD) and submissions to necessary authorities, but hidden costs like third party fees can creep in later unless they’ve explicitly stated otherwise.

The quotes you receive will be for the extension alone and additional costs for materials, labour, furniture and unforeseen problems will be added later.

So, before you finalise any paperwork, ask for a quote including potential and

guaranteed additional costs so you’re not left cash-strapped down the line.

Conversion character Loft conversions can add around 20 percent extra value to the cost of your home, so make the most of your new-found space.

You may be left with low ceilings or exposed beams, so use these as character features for your home by adding lighting or accessories. Also, use any little nooks and crannies as extra shelving storage.

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palettes, which have all been designed to create a standout property.

These include the Mineral range, which contains colours with a distinctive stone feel whilst the Earth range boasts a darker and richer colour, echoing the natural feel of raw materials. The Forest range includes a pleasant array of warm neutral shades including Sand Yellow and Sage Green and finally the Ocean range consists of cool

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A new lease of life for Loom Wharf

By Jonathan Twentyman, MD, JP McGuire Developments During the 19th century, Manchester was known as Cottonopolis – a nickname given due to its bustling cotton industry. Many of the mills that were built during the era still stand strong in parts of the city centre, as well as further across Greater Manchester and the North West in areas such as Rochdale, Bolton, Bury and Wigan.

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necessity during the industrial age – provide the perfect foundations and features for stylish and practical modern homes.

This was our aim with the Loom Wharf development in Leigh, Wigan. The Grade II Listed mill on Mather Lane was first built in 1882 but had been derelict for 20 years. I’ve grown up in Leigh – I went to school around the corner and have developed my business in the town centre – so I’ve always known this building. Now, I’ve had the opportunity to give back to the town where I’ve grown up by investing in this property and giving it a new lease of life, turning it into 98 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

Working on a project of this size and scale is ambitious at the best of times, particularly when trying to keep sympathetic to the building’s heritage. We’ve spent years refining the designs and plans to get them just right. Original features such as the large windows and brick walls have been lovingly restored and kept throughout the apartments. We’ve also managed to salvage some of the original wooden flooring, which we’ve reinstalled in some of the communal areas.

And although it was important to keep the history of the mill, we’ve invested a lot into making sure the apartments are

fit for modern living. High specification kitchens and bathrooms, top quality flooring, technology to make sure the development is secure, plus the best in materials such as some of the best available insulation all help to make sure the homes are comfortable, functional and safe. The addition of features such as on-site gym, private cinema and dining room help to enhance people’s lifestyles too.

In city centres across the UK, we’re seeing more and more high-rise apartment blocks built. But so often these are small spaces, lack character and are at a price a lot of people can’t afford. Mill conversions like Loom Wharf are the antithesis of this trend.

They provide the perfect opportunity to create large, desirable and comfortable homes for local people. And with prices starting at £78,000 for a one-bedroom apartment at Loom Wharf – plus the option to take advantage of the government-backed Help to Buy scheme – they’re an affordable option for many people too.

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Turboqwik from the Screwshop – the multi purpose, high performance woodscrew Screwshop – the home of the Turboqwik is a high performance screw designed to be used in hardwood, MDF decks, wood to plastic and wood to sheet metal.

With 6 reaming nibs under its head, its perfect for countersinking with no burrs. Its high performing yellow coating (CR3 ROHS compliant) has been salt spray tested up to 200 hours. Each box comes with a PZ2 driver bit.

The precision multi-purpose woodscrew has an extra sharp drilling point, so no need for any pre-drilling. With a coarse serrated thread, its unique sawfix design

enabling for extra quick drilling, it really is a dream to use. Another advantage is its reinforced head which increases torque and reduces breakages. Sizes range from 3x16mm to 6x150mm.

Simpson Strong-Tie Introduces Their All-New Catalogue of Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson StrongTie has released their all-new 2020 catalogue; a comprehensive product guide which showcases the company’s most recent innovations and product line extensions.

It really is such a simple screw that does a lot more. Buy on line at Screwshop.co.uk, you’ll also find a wide range of fastener finishes, including zinc, electro brass, black, chrome, satin chrome, bronze and nickel. Packaging options are available too.

Alongside the UK’s largest collection of connectors for timber and masonry construction, sit numerous new products, including the GPC, Gable Panel Connector, a high movement timber frame tie, decorative and a heavy duty post bases, an adjustable mini hanger, purlin anchor, twisted restraint strap and a 4mm reinforced angle bracket.

Any enquiries, please call us on 0121 559 8866.

The catalogue also contains comprehensive technical data,

performance characteristics, safe working loads, plus easy to follow installation instructions.

Managing Director, Malcolm Paulson explains: “It’s been a busy time for Simpson Strong-Tie, we’ve really pushed the boat out to increase our core product range, engineered to stand the test of time.

With our new enhanced product lines, along with our rapid made-toorder service, we really can say that if we don’t have it – you don’t need it”.

Available now in print on request, and online in the Resources / Literature section at www.strongtie.co.uk.

Helifix non-disruptive masonry repairs restore Welsh period cottage

Helifix engineers have designed sympathetic non-disruptive repairs for a Grade II listed period cottage in South Wales which was suffering from a number of defects, including outward movement of the gable end wall, internal cracking along the ceiling lines and cracking over the front door entrance. The Helifix product range and associated Repair Details provided lateral restraint and restored structural integrity to the damaged masonry leaving the cottage’s original aesthetics and materials intact.

steel HeliBars into slots cut above and below the first and second floor joists. These stabilised and reinforced the masonry and addressed the cracking over the front door. SockFix stainless steel anchors were then inserted into clearance holes drilled within the Helibeam zone, through the rubble-filled wall and the first two parallel floor joists. The concealed repairs were completed quickly and caused minimal disturbance to the property fabric, the inhabitants or neighbouring properties.

Deep masonry beams were created across the full width of the gable wall by bonding pairs of stainless

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designers and university students, the competition has three categories available to enter. To find out how to enter visit: www.staron-contest.com Entries open 15th October 2019 Closing date 31st December 2019 There will be a total of six winners including a special prize for a brilliant new application idea. The total prize amount will be €25,000. Winners will be decided in February 2020 followed by an official ceremony in March 2020. www.staron-contest.com

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Editor’s Choice Effective limescale prevention is explained in detail on Cistermiser’s new-look Combimate website

Combimate, Cistermiser’s proven and popular limescale prevention device, is presented on an eye-catching new website (combimate.co.uk) which has been designed to appeal to housing specifiers, installers and homeowner customers alike.

Available in a choice of models for 15mm or 2mm pipework, Combimate keeps domestic water systems clear of limescale and energy costs down. Combimate is WRAS approved and uses Combiphos spheres to efficiently dose the water, as required. This 100% safe, food-grade natural material stops scale build-up on taps, boilers and appliances.

The new website explains the benefits of phosphate dosing in detail, with helpful FAQs and informative User Guides to ensure that consumers get the most out of their Combimate, which is commonly installed to prevent limescale formation in hard water areas but will also reduce the effects of soft water corrosion.

“Our new Combimate website is fully-responsive, so it looks great on all device formats including mobiles and tablets” says Cistermiser’s Marketing Manager Mark Schlotel.

“The improved webstore functionality

is definitely a big step forward.

We now offer increased payment options with rapid emailing of order acknowledgments back to purchasers. Homeowner customers who have previously registered an installed Combimate for extended warranty cover can also conveniently purchase their Combiphos refill pack online, at a special discount price.”

Combimate can be fitted to provide limescale protection for whole house water supplies (which requires an annual top-up of a complete 800g refill bag of Combiphos) or single appliances such as a combi boiler (which requires half a refill bag of Combiphos to top-up the unit each year). Cistermiser is happy to provide a “reminder service” on request, with a choice of postal letter or email sent on a chosen calendar month to remind homeowners to keep their Combimate topped-up for optimum performance.

“In the past we have sold Combiphos refills online together with essential spare parts,” continues Mark, “but now homeowners have the option of purchasing a brand new Combimate unit directly from us, the manufacturer.

Most consumers prefer to employ a professional to fit their Combimate, but installation is a straightforward task for capable DIY-ers with a sound grasp of basic plumbing skills.” www.cistermiser.co.uk

Hardware Warehouse is a successful online retailer of high-grade DIY materials, offering superior quality products at affordable prices.

They stock an extensive range of Metal and PVC profiles including: • Aluminium Trims • Brass Trims • PVC Trims • Steel Trims • Metal Sheets • Mesh Hardware Warehouse can offer some of the lowest costs across the market and with their quick lead times, you can receive your order as soon as the next working day.

Call 0330 333 5030 or visit www.hardware-warehouse.co.uk to receive your custom quote today!

Beautiful spaces made beautifully accessible The stunning Autograph and Heritage Collections by Lyfthaus.

Bespoke disabled access platform lifts, designed and crafted in Cambridge, England. Architecturally inspired, beautifully engineered.

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Helifix portfolio of Masonry Repair Details continues to grow Structural repair specialist, Helifix, has recently made further additions to its extensive range of over 100 Repair Details, which give full technical and installation information on how to overcome a wide variety of structural faults.

The new Repair Details give guidance on how to connect a new timber frame to an existing masonry wall, how to restrain rubble-filled stone walls and two new methods of repairing failed brick arch lintels.

Every repair detail features drawings and provides details of the required products and tooling, specification notes and a step by step guide on how to undertake each repair using concealed installation techniques.

The full range of Repair Details can be viewed, and individually downloaded, on the Helifix website at www.helifix.co.uk/ downloads. The site also contains full Helifix product information, brochures, applications, case studies and installation videos.

Tel. 020 8735 5200 | Email. info@helifix.co.uk | Web. www.helifix.co.uk

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Kate’s kitchen before and after

New work surfaces make all the difference in kitchen revamp When interior designer and blogger Kate Young first viewed her new home she knew it was the one. Despite the magnolia walls, brown carpets and the cream kitchen, she fell in love with the rural location, the views, the layout and the living area’s oak floors.

Following the install the repainting of the kitchen units was no longer necessary.

The clear white worktops brought out a subtler tone in the cabinets, unlike the old brown worktops, which made them look very yellow. Replacing the dated old metal handles with leather ones was crucial to add to the sleek yet earthy new look and to add texture to the plain shaker style units. The icing on the cake to finalise the minimalist, contemporary design was a matte black tap and a white undermounted cast iron sink, matched with a new ceramic hob and a stainless steel oven.

The kitchen had beautiful stone flooring and was a good size, big enough for a large dining table. However, the kitchen units looked dated and the cheap brown worktops had seen better days. While everything was perfectly useable, Kate was itching to get it updated as soon as she could afford it.

As a blogger, Kate had to hold herself back from sharing the kitchen on social media, but after a few months, two things were crystal clear: the units were well made and the layout worked well. It was necessary to find the right aesthetic to make it all work together and tie it with the rest of the house. She fell in love with a pared-back overall scheme of neutral tones with black taps, while being certain she would have to repaint the kitchen units and jettison any cream tones.

The search was on for new worktops; the simplest way for an impressive transformation given the scale of the surfaces. Initially overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of choice as well as budget constraints, Kate was striving for a classy, neutral aesthetic. While the look of marble would have worked for the space, it was too costly. Wood, too, was not ideal due to being high maintenance and tricky with the desired undermounted sink.

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Reluctant to save for years before being able to update her kitchen, she kept looking, and realised she wouldn’t have to give up on her dream. The Aria worktop range combines the beauty of natural materials with the durability and ease of maintenance typical of solid core surfaces. As a fully waterproof and non-porous surface, Aria also enabled the incorporation of her long-standing wish for an undermounted sink.

A neutral, subtle design was needed to match the rustic countryside detailing.

Eventually settling on Polar White in 20mm thickness with matching upstands, the kitchen had to feel as light as possible.

Kate comments on the final result: ‘Our kitchen is the most used room in the house and the result has far exceeded my expectations. I have a beautiful, practical kitchen which will last for a long time. As with every room in the house, always choose carefully what you invest your money in. If you have good solid cupboards try replacing doors only or just handles. Worktops are the biggest game changer in the kitchen, do your research and order samples!’

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This year, you’ll find industry heavyweights and rising stars alongside even the odd celebrity, making HOMES UK an event not to be missed.

Conference highlights include: • How should we reform the planning system?

• Brexit or bust? What’s next for the residential market?

• Design quality: Building better, not just building more • Hackitt 18 months on: What still needs to change?

• Regeneration: How do we drive quality community engagement?

• Homes for an ageing population: At crisis point?

• Sustainability and the carbon zero challenge • Health and wellbeing in our homes and towns What’s new for 2019?

Homes UK - A unique event for a diverse sector HOMES UK is an unrivalled event that will look at the entire ecosystem of home building and maintenance for every type of accommodation in the UK from affordable to market sale and the rapidly growing build to rent, student, co-living and retirement sectors.

Following stellar growth over the previous two editions, the event will be moving in to the ExCeL, London from the 2728 November this year, providing the UK’s residential property sector with the opportunity to connect, learn and do business over an action-packed two days.

A unique event for a diverse sector It is the only event of its kind to unite so many residential players, driving collaboration and discussion, and providing a showcase for the latest solutions necessary to deliver a diverse and highquality supply of new homes to address the UK crisis.

HOMES UK also consistently attracts the largest concentrated audience of senior decision-makers (70% of attendees have budgetary responsibility), making it a fantastic platform for doing business.

All of the action in one place The show floor is set to host over 200 exhibitors, showcasing innovative products and services designed for HOMES UK’s key market. Meanwhile, the extensive conference programme will run over 7 varied theatres covering everything from sustainability, design quality and regeneration, to planning reform, Brexit and the sector’s future workforce.

• A focus on rapidly growing markets like Build to Rent, student accommodation, intergenerational and co-living – keep up with trends or research expansion opportunities!

• Reimagine what housing looks like at the Home of 2030 charette led by the Ministry of Building Innovation & Education (MOBIE). Generate ideas by collaborating with students and sector leaders!

• New TECH theatre dedicated to digital innovation and customer experience – a one-stop shop to help progress your digital journey!

Register for your free* visitor pass at homesevent.co.uk/register today and you’ll be able to start planning your content schedule. Tell us what you’re most looking forward to by joining the conversation on Twitter @HomesEvent. We look forward to welcoming you to the ExCeL later this year to explore the #futureofliving.

Bringing together a programme that covers every type of residential accommodation is no mean feat, but we’ve curated the best of your sector’s expertise and achievements through over 70 hours of high-calibre content.

Although now in its 8th year, the ethos of HOMES UK hasn’t changed – keeping the design, build and management of great quality homes in thriving communities at its heart. The programme will provide insight on complex challenges while also offering practical advice and success stories led by peers.

Choose from topics spanning the entire lifecycle of residential development and asset management.

*Free to attend for public sector and not-for-profit employees. Private sector and for-profit visitors will be subject to a £165+ vat per day ticket fee.

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THE website for brand new bathroom replacements If you’re looking for a replacement toilet seat or simply to brighten up your existing suite, then the best place to look is www.replacementseats.co.uk. We specialise in toilet seats that are no longer manufactured, although we also offer current seats in White as well as in many different colours and finishes, including wood or 2-tone and matt-finishes.

With thousands of toilet seats ex-stock and an almost limitless list of other options available to special order, we’re sure you’ll find a seat to suit your requirements in the colour you require.

From colours such as Almond to Zibeline Jaspe and from Avocado to Peppermint, we can offer almost any seat shape and size in any colour of your choice.

With over 30 years experience in this field, our knowledge of obsolete seats in unsurpassed.

Please go to our website at www.replacementseats.co.uk, where you’ll find these and thousands more options of brand new toilet seat replacements.

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Oddcolours Ltd.

THE website for brand new bathroom replacements We offer brand new toilets, cisterns, basins, bidets, rectangular baths and panels and all standard shapes of shower tray in over 200 colours.

We can offer advice with insurance claims, too.

Feel free to contact us with details and photographs of your existing bathroom and we’ll confirm the options available.

Bespoke replacements in resin or solid wood are also available for the vast majority of manufacturers.

We supply replacements for all major manufacturers, including Armitage Shanks, Doulton, C P Hart, Heritage, Ideal Standard, Jacob Delafon, Pressalit, Roca, Selles, Sottini, Twyfords, Vernon Tutbury and Villeroy & Boch, etc.

Whether you have damaged your Alpine Blue basin, your Kashmir Beige Cistern or your Peppermint Bidet, Oddcolours can offer a brand new replacement, often identical, to revert your bathroom it its former glory.

We can offer bespoke bathroom suites, where ranges can be offered in other colours than originally supplied.

Roca Laura in Matt Black, Silverdale Hillingdon in Twilight Pebble or Armitage Shanks Cameo in Bamboo.

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