Don’t miss the big Straw bale gathering

Don’t miss the big Straw bale gathering

It’s not too late to book your place at the biggest UK straw-bale building event of 2018 this August in Swansea. Jeffrey Hart of Straw Bale UK (SBUK) tells us about how you can get involved, learning all about building with straw from an impressive line-up of speakers to hands-on

Ravatherm UK boosts eco-credentials of their Polyfoam™ XPS

Ravatherm UK boosts eco-credentials of their Polyfoam™ XPS

RAVATHERM UK has boosted the environmental credentials of its POLYFOAM™ extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation, achieving a BRE Certified Green Guide rating of A+ for all products manufactured at its Hartlepool factory.   The certification adds to a series of independent accreditations, which demonstrate that POLYFOAM™ XPS meets the highest environmental standards.

Get ready for Clayfest 2018

Get ready for Clayfest 2018

The renaissance of earth building in the UK reflects not only the beauty and utility of the material but also the pressures of rising building costs and the need for lower energy use and waste in building products.   This is Earth Building UK and Ireland, EBUKI’s fourth Clayfest as a way

In-patient unit insulated with Kingspan

In-patient unit insulated with Kingspan

Kingspan Insulation products have been installed throughout the envelope of the new in-patient unit at St David’s Hospice Care in Newport, creating a warm, comfortable environment for patients to receive first-class care.   The 15-bed unit adjoins an existing day hospice, providing specialist support for patients with complex symptom management needs, end