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Acoustic glazing vs triple glazing: Side by side comparison
Acoustic glazing. Triple glazing. Both types of window sound high-spec, both promise to upgrade your home, but they serve very different purposes. And if you’re weighing up the options, especially for a renovation or new build, it’s worth understanding exactly what you’re paying for. Triple glazing is often viewed as the go-to for thermal efficiency…
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15 Items On Sale That Will Elevate Your Home Instantly
In an age of 24-hour room makeovers and perfect homes on social media, I want to remind you it’s okay to decorate slowly, wait for things you love to go on sale, and not feel the pressure to rush to make your entire house feel finished. And yes, this might sound hypocritical coming from the…
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Construction’s Inflation Relief Opens the Door to Smarter Fleet Management
Over the past four years, inflation has significantly impacted the construction industry. Rising costs for materials, labor and equipment have led to increased project budgets and longer timelines. As prices for essential resources like lumber, steel, concrete, and even labor have soared, construction companies have faced challenges in maintaining profitability and project timeliness. Additionally, the…
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The quiet planning reform that could boost UK homebuilding
A little-known tweak to England’s planning rules could make it easier for small-scale housing projects, including self-builds, to get planning permission. The government’s proposed “medium-site” category aims to cut red tape for developments between 10 and 49 homes. While aimed at SME developers, it could also help self-builders and community-led groups unlock land and move…
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The Truth About Burnout in Construction: Why Pushing Through Isn’t a Badge of Honor
In construction, we wear hard work like a badge of honor. Long days, sore backs, skipped lunches — “toughing it out” is often seen as part of the job. But this push-through thought process is worsening a serious burnout problem. When Hard Work Becomes Harmful Burnout isn’t just feeling tired. It’s mental, physical and emotional…
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A look inside one of Britain’s greenest homes
An energy-efficient home in Tolleshunt Knights, Essex, has been relisted at offers over £1.5 million after a recent price reduction. Paternoster Lodge was recognised with the Maldon District Council Sustainability Award and received a design commendation for its use of low-impact construction, materials and systems. With an A+ EPC rating, the property integrates solar, battery,…
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What is an annexe — and when is it the best way to extend a home?
Understanding exactly what an annexe is – and the benefits that come with it – is essential when you’re considering adding one to your home. Family circumstances can make an annexe a great choice, and there are other reasons why one of these can be a boon. With rooms that allow independent living, an annexe…
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Register Now for Sept. 10 FGIA Western Region Summit
Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Western Region Virtual Summit, taking place online September 10. This virtual event will feature a full day of speaker presentations covering crucial information for western region states, including new research from the UL Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) on fenestration performance during wildfires, compliance laws…
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Hampton Debuts Door Closer with Patented FlexPlate™ Tech
Hampton Products International, a leading U.S. provider of professional-grade door hardware under the Brinks® Commercial and Universal Hardware® brands, today introduced its next-generation All-In-One Door Closer, featuring its new patented FlexPlate™ technology. Engineered for faster, easier installation, this fully integrated solution delivers three times the compatibility of its predecessor—supporting more than 130 mounting hole patterns…
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Lakeview Hotels Marks 20 Years with RoomKey Partnership
RoomKeyPMS is celebrating a remarkable milestone in its long-standing partnership with Lakeview Hotels & Resorts: 20 years of continuous collaboration and trusting RoomKey as its property-management solution. From a single-property launch in Brandon, Manitoba, to a portfolio-wide implementation across Canada, the hotel company’s loyalty to RoomKey reflects two decades of shared innovation, operational evolution, and an unwavering…