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Safeguard range beats damp double of mould and condensation

|Date: 26 January, 2021

Safeguard range beats damp double of mould and condensation

As winter drags on, windows stay closed and home heating is high, condensation – the most common form of ...

As winter drags on, windows stay closed and home heating is high, condensation – the most common form of domestic damp – becomes most problematic, especially for households suffering from fuel poverty ...

26 January, 2021
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KNIPEX goes “Into the Workshop” with the TubiX® Pipe Cutter

|Date: 26 January, 2021

KNIPEX goes “Into the Workshop” with the TubiX® Pipe Cutter

Leading pliers’ specialists KNIPEX has released a useful video guide for heating and plumbing installers ...

Leading pliers’ specialists KNIPEX has released a useful video guide for heating and plumbing installers featuring its innovative TubiX® Pipe Cutter. The informative video, filmed at the company’s wor ...

26 January, 2021
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BiKBBI introduce daily COVID update for tradespeople

|Date: 25 January, 2021

BiKBBI introduce daily COVID update for tradespeople

In response to recent ‘confusing messaging’ from the devolved governments, The British Institute of Kitch ...

In response to recent ‘confusing messaging’ from the devolved governments, The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) launched a new tool for the industry, which pr ...

25 January, 2021
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Makita’s latest offer

|Date: 25 January, 2021

Makita’s latest offer

Leading power tool manufacturer Makita UK has launched a new garden machinery redemption scheme. From 1st ...

Leading power tool manufacturer Makita UK has launched a new garden machinery redemption scheme. From 1st February 2021, consumers can claim free 18V LXT lithium-ion batteries or body only LXT blowers ...

25 January, 2021
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Honest John- the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles

|Date: 25 January, 2021

Honest John- the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles

How will the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles affect builders? Dan Powell from Honest John Vans ...

How will the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles affect builders? Dan Powell from Honest John Vans answers your questions. The UK has taken a historic leap on the journey to ending its contribu ...

25 January, 2021
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Saving time for any electrician: KNIPEX releases ‘How To’ PreciStrip16 video

|Date: 22 January, 2021

Saving time for any electrician: KNIPEX releases ‘How To’ PreciStrip16 video

Leading pliers’ specialists KNIPEX has released a ‘How To’ video on its automatic insulation stripping Pr ...

Leading pliers’ specialists KNIPEX has released a ‘How To’ video on its automatic insulation stripping PreciStrip16 tool. Filmed in the KNIPEX workshop and available to view on the KNIPEX YouTube chan ...

22 January, 2021
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RIBA approved heat pump CPD course now available via Grant eLearning Academy

|Date: 22 January, 2021

RIBA approved heat pump CPD course now available via Grant eLearning Academy

A zone dedicated to specifiers and architects is now available on the Grant eLearning Academy, providing ...

A zone dedicated to specifiers and architects is now available on the Grant eLearning Academy, providing these professionals with online training content focused on renewable heating technologies. Thi ...

22 January, 2021
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Billy Kee: finding solace in the trades

|Date: 22 January, 2021

Billy Kee: finding solace in the trades

Former professional footballer, Billy Kee has hung up his boots for the life of a bricklayer – and it’s a ...

Former professional footballer, Billy Kee has hung up his boots for the life of a bricklayer – and it’s a move that’s helped saved his life. Lee Jones talks to the Accrington Stanley star about his ba ...

22 January, 2021
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Launch of a female only tradesperson directory in the UK

|Date: 21 January, 2021

Launch of a female only tradesperson directory in the UK

Promoting a new way of thinking! Heather Thurlby launches a female only directory to support and promote ...

Promoting a new way of thinking! Heather Thurlby launches a female only directory to support and promote female owned and run businesses in the construction and trades. Heathers inspiration for this o ...

21 January, 2021
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The common DIY mistakes costing Brits up to £35,000 to repair

|Date: 21 January, 2021

The common DIY mistakes costing Brits up to £35,000 to repair

Google searches for DIY topics increased by 35% as we entered 2021 Nine in ten Brits attempt DIY at home, ...

Google searches for DIY topics increased by 35% as we entered 2021 Nine in ten Brits attempt DIY at home, but mistakes can cost tens of thousands to fix Loft conversion errors are the most expensive m ...

21 January, 2021
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