AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has launched the new superdurable Interpon D2525 Futura 2026–2029 Collection, now available across Europe and North America. Drawing on the enduring beauty of classic design while embracing the bold expressions shaping tomorrow’s buildings, the collection brings together expressive finishes, advanced textures, and a refreshed vision for the built environment.   Designed to show where architectural colour is headed next, the new Futura 2026–2029 Colle

Construction professionals from leading architects’ practices to fire engineers and major contractors are signing up in increasing numbers to receive a significant new CPD seminar from Stephen Neville, the Specification Sales Manager for FIREFLY® keen to understand the technicalities of compartmentation and other key fire safety considerations. Leveraging a comprehensive portfolio of barrier products and fire hatches employed across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and oth

The UK is facing a critical housing shortage, with the government pledging to build 1.5 million new homes to meet demand. However, this ambition is coupled with the urgent need to decarbonise the construction industry, a sector traditionally associated with a significant carbon footprint. In a groundbreaking R&D project, FP McCann, a leading UK manufacturer of precast concrete solutions, is tackling this challenge head-on by developing scalable production of graphene-enhanced

Warm, versatile and timeless, wood continues to be a key influence in interior design, and Tile of Spain’s latest launches demonstrate that its evolution within ceramic surfaces is more refined than ever. Nordik Wood Pearl Tiles by AB (Azulejos Benadresa)  ( www.azulejosbenadresa.com ) From textured wood-effect finishes to warming, neutral colour palettes, the new collections from Tile of Spain’s manufacturers highlight how wood-effect tiles, paired with soft, neutral palette

Every year, design, technology and lifestyle shifts transform the way people experience and interact with their kitchens. Leading distributor of kitchen and bedroom components, PWS, highlights its top 3 influences shaping kitchens in 2026 from the popularity of wood cabinetry to timeless taupe.  A nod to nature with oak  Offering unparalleled quality, durability and beauty, last year saw a surge in popularity for natural wood-drenched kitchens. Providing quiet luxury and soph

With Havwoods For many years, contemporary interiors were dominated by smooth surfaces and minimalist finishes. Today, designers are moving towards a more tactile aesthetic to introduce character and depth to spaces. From fluted wall panels and slatted partitions to brushed timber flooring and sculptural veneers, texture is rapidly becoming one of the defining elements of modern interior design. This shift reflects a growing desire for spaces that feel warmer, layered and mor

Is the classic shaker kitchen still the nation’s favourite, or are customers beginning to look beyond this enduring design? Long admired for its simplicity, versatility and timeless appeal, the shaker door has dominated British kitchens for decades – but bolder design choices and growing interest in contemporary finishes are starting to reshape the market. Head of Life Trade, Paul Berryman, discusses this classic style and explores how today’s preferences are changing and wha

Building on its well-founded reputation as a manufacturer of cladding support systems and high-performance fasteners, SFS Group Fastening Technology  has developed an advance, user-friendly new fastening system for installing flat panels across both steel and aluminium sub-frames. Amongst the benefits of the patented Center Point System is the fact that it answers the challenge of accurately positioning the self-drilling, double thread fastener at the exact centre of the hole

Reynaers Aluminium has announced that its MasterPatio Bi-Part door has achieved PAS 24 (Performance Assessment Specification - PAS 24:2022). After undergoing extensive testing to assess the resistance of the doors to forced entry, the MasterPatio bi-parting door configuration is now PAS 24 certified ensuring it can meet enhanced security requirements. The robust testing behind this certification ensures that it is approved for use in new build projects, demonstrating that the

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural collections with the introduction of bio-attributed resins in European production locations. This enhancement applies to – Interpon D Futura, Anodic, Stone Effect, Natural Metals, Terracotta and Précis Ultra Matt and Interpon D2525 Low-E– collections trusted by architects for their durability, design freedom and long-lasting appearance.     The improvement has been ma

Dating back to 1793, Trianco  has always been known as the 'Rolls-Royce’ of boilers. The brand can trace its origins back to the Industrial Revolution and the foundation of Newton Chambers. The firm had grown out of coal mining and iron founding into a major group of diverse operational companies. By the 1850s, it was making coal fire ranges at Thorncliffe near Sheffield. Fireplaces, back boilers and free-standing heating stoves followed, and, in 1873, the company was awarded

Leading wood surface specialist Havwoods is delighted to unveil its latest WoodBook, released as the brand proudly celebrates 50 years of design-led excellence. The second  book in Havwoods’ 50th anniversary series reflects five decades of craftsmanship, innovation and material expertise, presenting a curated guide to the latest product developments, fresh design possibilities and expanded material options for interior and architectural projects. The WoodBook is packed with b

Award-winning architectural ironmongery specialist John Planck is set to open its first product showcase at London’s prestigious Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour. Located within the Design Centre’s brand-new, fifth floor Design Emporium Collective, the showcase will officially open on 9 th  March, giving architects, contractors, specifiers and interior designers direct access to the business, its partner brands and its superior technical expertise. Modern and contemporary in it

The flattest paint in Little Greene’s family of finishes, ‘Absolute Matt Emulsion’ has received a huge upgrade to its eco credentials. With a ‘barely-there’ low-sheen of only 1-2%, you won’t notice any difference to its sumptuous, velvety, dead-flat finish or the effortless way it brings a beautiful depth of colour to your walls and ceilings. But now, 40% of every tin of Absolute Matt Emulsion is made from completely recycled ingredients, thanks to the introduction of a new h

Nullifire is proud to introduce FS704 Fire Resistant Hybrid Sealant, a brand-new addition to its firestopping portfolio, developed by Tremco CPG UK. Engineered with excellent processing properties and built on advanced hybrid polymer technology, FS704 offers a modern, high-performance solution for sealing linear joints. Development Backed by Tremco CPG  Expertise FS704’s formulation was strengthened through collaboration with the Tremco CPG Centre of Excellence in the Netherl

Incorporating all the familiar benefits of CaberFloor P5  plus a super resilient protective surface , CaberShield Eco  is the new and greenest answer for laying decks in challenging conditions. As a manufacturer of panel products using responsibly sourced and certified timber, West Fraser  has now published a useful fact sheet outlining the product’s highly sustainable credentials: underlining why CaberShield Eco   represents the future for weather-decking. As well as listing

MDF  is a staple component in most homes; the panel product has been around since 1966 when West Fraser’s CaberMDF  was introduced to the building market.   It can be sawn, drilled, shaped, and routed cleanly with minimum fuss, using hand or machine tools  and looks good as the sm ooth surface of the panels is ideal for painting , veneers, or paper foils. Photograph courtesy of Unsplash CaberMDF plays hide and seek around the home; it can be an architectural feature, fa s cia

A growing number of building contractors, and especially timber frameerection specialists, are making use of the weather protected panel products within the West Fraser  range, allowing them to carry on working effectively despite increasingly wet winters and even the more frequent tropical-like downpours of the summer. The newest addition to West Fraser’s range is CaberShield Eco , which is t he company’s latest eco-friendly option for creating high specification, waterproof

Premium accessible bathroom brand, Fitzroy of London, has exclusively launched its newest collection, Cavendish, at the brand’s showroom in the Business Design Centre as part of this year’s Surface Design Show. Inspired by the timeless language and enduring elegance of Neoclassical and Georgian architecture, the new Cavendish range incorporates the renowned circular motifs and rhythms that define New Cavendish Street in London’s Fitzrovia. Showcasing subtle fluidity, tactilit

SFS Group Fastening Technology  has unveiled ErgoDek® , an ergonomic fastening solution engineered to transform metal deck overlap installation. Bringing together a simple design, productivity‑boosting performance and a strong focus on worker wellbeing, ErgoDek® marks a significant step forward for roofing and cladding contractors seeking safe, fast, and consistent installation tools.  Purpose-built for metal deck overlap applications, the new ErgoDek® system integrates seaml