Construction industry: building material shortages

It is challenging times for those in the Construction industry, with The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) warning of the pressure that building material shortages is putting on businesses, leading to delays in building works. Builders, merchants, house builders and those looking to carry out D.I.Y improvements in their homes, are feeling the impact. It…

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Is Polystyrene a good insulator?

Many of us, whether you are a builder, architect or simply someone looking to complete a DIY project in your home, seem to be looking for the answer to a commonly asked question on whether a well-known product, polystyrene, is a good insulator. This therefore deserves exploring. In this blog, we will talk about the…

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What are Cavity Stop Socks?

Every building is required to have fire protection measures in place to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. Cavity Stop Socks, otherwise known as cavity fire barriers, are an essential part in that. To comply with fire safety regulations, and to ensure that the building you are constructing has the best possible protection, Cavity…

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