Product Reviews

The latest product reviews from the UK housebuilding product manufacturers and suppliers

PRODUCT REVIEW - Flooring

March 1, 2008 Product Reviews

Modern flooring systems are time saving for housebuilders and comply fully with all the necessary regulations. Ashley Rogers looks at the systems which give a flawless performance

PRODUCT REVIEW - Cladding

March 1, 2008 Product Reviews

Style and sustainability are crucial elements of successful cladding. Andrew Leech looks at the wide spectrum of systems that housebuilders are using for green and good-looking façades

PRODUCT REVIEW - Roofing

March 1, 2008 Product Reviews

Manufacturers are looking to produce roofs that are not only costeffective and easy to install, but are compatible with the latest modern methods of construction. Tim Palmer reports

Product Review - Bathrooms

Feb. 1, 2008 Product Reviews

In today’s market, bathrooms are expected to offer a touch of luxury. Andrew Leech looks at the latest design trends and technologies that combine to make these rooms a comforting haven

Product Review - kitchens

Feb. 1, 2008 Product Reviews

Contemporary kitchens are stylish, functional and easy to maintain. But to be really up-todate they should also be energy efficient, reports Tim Palmer

Damp proof positive

Dec. 1, 2007 Product Reviews

As winter approaches, damp proofing becomes increasingly important. Tim Palmer takes a look at the latest lintel and damp proofing innovations

Paving and landscaping

Dec. 1, 2007 Product Reviews

SUDS techniques such as permeable pavements are effectively mandatory and developers will have to come up with a very good reason not to use them

Doors

Nov. 1, 2007 Product Reviews

“We’ve seen growth in our timber entrance door sales because developers are realising that people don’t just want ordinary run-of-the-mill ones”

Windows

Nov. 1, 2007 Product Reviews

Modern designs and modern buyers demand homes flooded with natural light, yet increased glazing can make achieving stringent energy efficiency targets challenging. Tim Palmer explores how suppliers are meeting housebuilders’ dual requirements

Interiors

Nov. 1, 2007 Product Reviews

A range of interior products on the market can add real differentiation to new homes. Ashley Rogers reports on how developers and home buyers can increasingly tailor interiors to their individual tastes