Doors and windows, garage doors
While the shape of Part L 2013 is undecided, there are door and window systems available to help housebuilders achieve higher levels of thermal performance. Tim Palmer reports
Regs Alert
As the consultation for the next big update to Building Regulations – Part L – draws closer, Suzie Mayes looks at the products and systems that can help now and in the future and takes a look at other Regs under review
Reality Cheque
Finance is out there for the right scheme and mainly for the experienced developer. Steve Menary reports on the current situation in the development market, picking up on other emerging trends
Ventilating and air conditioning
Tim Palmer reports on the role Part F has to play in keeping homes comfortable, and looks at the ventilation and air conditioning products that can help
Heating
Traditional heating systems or renewable technology? Tim Palmer finds strong arguments for both among heating manufacturers
Wallpapers please
Sustainability and various other regulations are making their mark on the interiors sector as Suzie Mayes discovers. There are also plenty of trends to keep housebuilders amused
Green cuisine
The change to the definition of zero carbon has not reduced the status of energy efficient kitchen appliances, say the experts. Tim Palmer finds out why
Insulation
Suzie Mayes looks at the latest from the insulation sector, taking in Part L and those tricky party walls, acoustic considerations and fire
Roofing and cladding
Kevin Stanleyreports on how Part L is affecting the roofing and cladding world, and looks at what else should be considered when addressing this part of the build
Hard facts
When it comes to Part L 2010 and the next step-change in Building Regulations, Tim Palmer finds that the brick and block industry has plenty to offer
