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Take a look at some of the rich and sumptuous fabrics and slats available, which can seriously spruce up your Christmas décor…

Rosewood grain wooden venetian blinds: Combining Venetian elegance with a retro twist, this chic blind is a design classic. Don’t be afraid to mix and match the old with new, this gorgeous gem is perfect for those with an eclectic style, and little bit of natural wood never goes amiss over the festive period!

Cordoba Cafe Creme roller blind: Inject a touch of Hollywood glamour into your home with this seriously stylish roller blind.  This creamy gold blind will give a gorgeous lift to your Christmas décor.

Real Silk Rich Plum Curtains: Accessorise your home for the festive season with gorgeous seductive plum silk curtains which will keep the cosy festive spirit going all year round. Handcrafted from the finest raw silk these curtains are available in 4 colourways.

Real Silk Rich Plum curtains are priced from £55.95,  Cordoba Cafe Creme roller blinds are priced from £21.50 and Rosewood grain wood venetian blinds are priced from £14.95 for a made to measure blind measuring W40cm x D40cm.  For further information and free fabric samples visit www.curtains-2go.co.uk and www.blinds-2go.co.uk or call freephone 0800 862 0434.

Real Silk Plum Curtains                   Cordoba Cafe Creme Roller blind    Rosewood Grain Venetian Blinds

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The Department was tasked with the preparation of the map by Rt Hon Edward Davey MP, the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, when he formally switched on the award-winning Kingston Heights Open Water Heat Pump community heating system in October last year.

The pioneering £70 million, mixed-use development in the heart of Kingston-upon-Thames in Surrey harvests renewable, low grade heat from the Thames and transfers it 200 metres from the river to the development’s 137 apartments and 142 bed hotel and conference centre where it is utilised to provide all the development’s heating, hot water and cooling requirements.

Here Mitsubishi Electric’s advanced heat pump technology boosts the low grade heat provided by solar energy naturally stored in the river (and every open body of water) to the temperature required to provide all the heating and hot water for the flats and the hotel (as well as providing the cooling requirement for the individual hotel rooms).

The adoption of this system means the production of 2.3 megawatts of thermal energy with Zero Carbon emissions on site and with outstanding energy efficiency projected to provide Coefficients of Performance of 4-6+. Electricity required to run the system is provided by Ecotricity’s wind turbines, making the entire installation Zero Carbon.

“I always knew that what we were doing in Kingston could be easily replicated and I was delighted when the Secretary of State and his officers at DECC decided to map out the potential for the country”, explains Mike Spenser-Morris, managing director of NHP Leisure Developments and the visionary behind the scheme.

“Kingston Heights points the way to the use of the virtually unlimited store of solar energy which is lying dormant in the heart of our towns and cities” adds Spenser-Morris, who has set up The Zero Carbon Partnership to assist other potential adopters of the technology by sharing the extensive experience gained from the Kingston Heights project.

The ‘Water Source Heat Map’ produced by DECC is the result of a high level assessment of around 40 urban rivers with the greatest potential for water source heat pump deployment. The map, published on 11 August 2014 does this by identifying areas of high heat demand, adjacent to rivers with sufficiently high flow rates. It also highlights locations sensitive to environmental factors.

“This map helps raise awareness of the untapped potential for renewable heat that already runs through many of our communities”, adds John Kellett, general manager for Mitsubishi Electric’s Heating Systems.

Further details on the map, including the context and rationale behind it can be found at the following website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/water-source-heat-map.

For more information on the lessons learnt from Kingston Heights, visit the dedicated website at: http://www.zerocarbonpartnership.com

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The Varme Heat Pak and Carbon System for use under wood, vinyl and carpet flooring, brought to you by Floor Heating Systems Ltd, avoids the mess and setting time associated with traditional tile adhesives and levelling compounds.

The launch of The Varme Heat Pak and Carbon System is a milestone in the underfloor heating industry because it completely transforms the way underfloor heating is installed, the waiting times endured by contractors, and the delays associated with drying times.

This underfloor heating system is approved by CE & BEAB and proves beneficial for a huge range of projects.

The Varme film carbon heating elements are composed using a uniformed carbon coating over a polyester film. Electrical energy is brought into the film from factory connected ‘cold’ cable leads, which connect to the copper strips and here, it is transformed without loss into thermal energy.

Available in two power outputs, 130 watts per m² and 160 watts per m², the carbon heating film system can be suitable for primary heating in most cases, this is dependent on the size of the room and insulation properties. The system can be controlled by one of our wide range of thermostats from a simple manual dial type to the a full Wifi multi network system that works from a smart phone.

For more information, please visit www.varmefhs.co.uk or call us on 01159834259The Varme Heat Pak and Carbon System is a high quality product that provides a completely hassle-free installation, and we are very impressed with the great response we have received so far.

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Technical data, installation advice and live support

Specifiers find technical data and specification sheets for all products in both wet and electric underfloor heating ranges as well as the possibility to submit floor plans with their quote request for a completely bespoke solution, with installation inclusive cost information.

Trade professionals can utilise the detailed installation advice and manuals alongside online live chat and telephone support. The support serves architects/specifiers, electricians, installers and consumers on any questions they may have before, during and after installation.

Warmup insights -Product selector, blog, FAQ and videos

The product selector is designed to give advice on the best system. Especially suitable for smaller projects, the tool guides users through few simple steps to identify the best system for their project. The tool takes into account the sub-floor material, the finished floor material to advise on the best solution in seconds.

The site has sections for homeowners, specifiers, trade and resellers. All these audiences are served with content and tools relevant to them. A library of blog posts giving the latest insight from the industry, tips and news is available on the site with new blog posts published on a regular basis. The fully searchable FAQ answers the most common questions people have about underfloor heating.

Specifiers and trade find details of the benefits of working with a trusted underfloor heating supplier, and of how Warmup’s guarantees and service set Warmup apart from the competition. Trade benefits from installation advice in easy to access pdf and video formats.

Mobile experience

The website offers an outstanding user experience across all devices, particularly on mobile and tablet. Desktop, tablet and mobile users can access all the tools and content available on the site.

“This new design is totally aligned with our mission to provide excellent service to all customers. The thousands of specifiers and trade who communicate directly with us each week through our [33] separate websites around the world will especially benefit from the new tools and content. The fact that we offer hydronic (i.e. water based) and electric systems gives specifiers and trade the unique advantage of sourcing everything from one branded supplier with full technical and research based operational data for each system. A website of this scale and depth of research sets us apart from the competition and further enhances the service and experience we offer to all our many trade and specifier clients.” Andrew Stimpson, the Warmup CEO says.

www.warmup.co.uk

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The board component  ISOSONIC DEK30 forms a combined sound insulation and structural deck, applied directly to the floor joists, and is composed of 8 mm Isorubber resilient layer bonded toV313 .chipboard.

ISORUBBER itself is a dense, durable low compression material with excellent impact and airborne sound properties. It forms the main acoustic component of six Robust Details.

Isosonic DekFloor 30 is primarily intended for refurbishment usage but it can be used in new build in combination with  suitable flanking wall constructions.

The system is designed to reduce the effects of workmanship error, that most frequently occur in refurbishment work.

it’s main features being:

# Acoustic performance in excess of the Approved Document E requirements.

# ISOEDGE which  forms a floor perimeter, acoustic seal and expansion joint

# ISOSONIC  CEILING  CLEAT which provides a very effective acoustic   decoupling between the floor and ceiling.

For further details please refer to www.thermal-economics.co.uk  or call us on 01582 450814

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In response, the organisation is urging specifiers and users of timber to tighten up on specifications by detailing the durability required in line with relevant standards, particularly for support structures as these can be overlooked.

Broadly speaking you have a choice to design to 15, 30 or 60 year desired service life for external timbers; 15 being the default for decking and 30 years for cladding.  The service life is achieved through good design detail coupled with selecting materials of the right quality.

Sourcing accredited materials will help in the pursuit of acquiring durable products; DeckMark^TM and CladMark^TM are the quality accreditation schemes operated by TDCA for its members.

With pressure treated timber, the TDCA stresses the importance of obtaining evidence of treatment which includes confirmation of the standard of treatment and the conferred desired service life.  All too often timber is put in place without any inkling of whether or not it meets requirements.   Likewise evidence to support the durability claims of any material should always be requested.

A common misunderstanding relates to natural durability; durability classes apply to heartwood only; put simply heartwood comes from the central core of the tree whilst the sapwood is from the periphery or the outer section of the tree.  The sapwood of all species is non durable and should either be enhanced by a suitable means or excluded (suitable means includes pressure impregnation with preservative or wood modification).

TDCA online resources covering this and other subjects are designed to help specifiers, designers and installers alike to design for durability.  There you will find technical help and publications free to download and if you can’t find what you need, you can use the association’s enquiry service.

Find the TDCA decking website at www.tda.org.uk. 

Find the TDCA cladding website at www.timbercladding.org

Contacts: Janet Sycamore and Caroline Hewison
Timber Decking and Cladding Association
5C Flemming Court
Castleford
West Yorkshire
WF10 4HW

Tel: 01977 558147 | email: info@tdca.org.uk

Registered in England Number: 3671430

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.MAP By GroundSure is a leading digital mapping provider tailored specifically for architects, surveyors, environmental consultants and property professionals. It’s easy to use and comes with free Ordnance Survey map views, free environmental risk alerts and free planning precedent information. The software is available on any web browser and can be used on Macs or PCs.

One of our most popular datasets is OS MasterMap and as an exclusive benefit to Design Buy Build, we would like to offer you a 25% discount voucher on OS MasterMaps until the 26^th September.

How to claim you 25% discount voucher

Enter the code MMDB25 in the discount code box when you have reached the checkout stage of the purchase.

Why Choose OS MasterMap?

• View, print and export OS MasterMap in the formats you need including optimised formats for CAD and GIS
• View up to 300 hectares of OS MasterMap for free
• Create PDF plans suitable for planning submissions to local authorities
• Brand your plans with your company logo
• Advanced drawing tools for accurate drawing of your site boundary
• ‘Full screen’ mode to work in closer detail
• Overlay OS MasterMap with Aerial Imagery to gain a better understanding of your site

For more information on out products please visit www.map.groundsure.com or if you would like to speak with one of our product specialists please call us on 0800 028 0000.

Kind regards

.MAP By GroundSure

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The news is just one of a string of exciting developments announced by organisers Furniture Fairs: MP for Stevenage, Stephen McPartland will officially open what will be the 25^th consecutive furniture show to be held at the NEC; former NEC venue sales director Stephen Richards has been appointed as a third director alongside Theresa Raymond and Laraine Janes; and the team has been further strengthened with the appointment of Natalie Slade as events manager.

Supported by many of the furnishing sector’s biggest and best known names, the new look January Furniture Show has been enthusiastically welcomed across the industry.

Said Theresa Raymond: “We have been delighted by the response to, and in support of, the show and now have a 10-strong team working hard to meet exhibitors’ and visitors’ requirements.

“As a direct result of the success so far, a tenancy agreement has now been signed for the next three years. The show brings buyers and exhibitors together at the perfect time for planning and ordering for the year – and 25 years of success at the NEC is evidence that this is the venue and timing the trade want for their show.”

The January Furniture Show 2015 will run midweek from Tuesday January 13 to Thursday 15 and be located in Halls 1-3 and The Pavilion. The 2016 show will run for three days from Sunday 24 – Tuesday 26 January.

For further information and a full list of exhibitors visit www.januaryfurnitureshow.com

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Many of these benefits stem from each tile profile’s low weight. Weighing up to one seventh of comparable roof materials, a Metrotile roof offers benefits from significantly reduced transportation to site, rapid installation and easy storage on site. Furthermore, an installed Metrotile roof is extremely secure, as the dual-fix installation method prevents both damage vandalism and extreme weather – Metrotile has been cyclone tested in Japan and wind tested in California. The icing on the cake is that Metrotile roofing comes with an astounding forty year weatherproof guarantee, hence our tagline “The Future Proof Roof”.

The many benefits of Metrotile has seen the product appear on projects from new build homes and schools, to local authority and Housing Association refurbishments (usually to help old properties attain government standards). Metrotile has also seen a boom in the conservatory industry and is used as both a roof for brand new installations and as the tile of choice for solid roof conversions.

Metrotile Lightweight Roofing systems are backed up by a full range of accessories, from underlay to ridges and from Velux windows to an integrated Photovoltaic system that enables you to harness home energy from natural light. Metrotile is the one stop required for your roofing needs.

Metrotile backs up it’s product line with the expertise of its customer service team who are always happy to assist at any stage of your building project. Furthermore, Metrotile launched a new website at the start of this year that features a new series of video installation guides.

For further information, visit www.metrotile.co.uk/dbb/ . You can also follow us on Twitter via @metrotile uk and catch us at the inaugural RCI Show, which takes place at Coventry’s Ricoh Arena on the 29th & 30th October. Register at their website for free entry.

Tel: 01249 658514

Email: sales@metrotile.co.uk Web: www.metrotile.co.uk

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Care 

 “Help!’ was the cry from an elderly couple from St. Mary’s Tower, London.   My wife broke her arm and cannot get out of the Flat!”

Working to a standard is often scrutinised and despised by the other parties as lives at risk are brought into focus.

George Kokas of Peabody Enterprises, 45 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7JB, who was responsible for the refurbishment on the apartments, took immediate reaction, and rang Rutland as the first port of call who supplied the Door closers via one their distributors.   Rutland were on site to inspect the fitting of the door, door frame, fire integrity, door closer control, draft and weather seals and the smooth operation.  Every door has potential problems from any part of it and all aspects must be taken into consideration.

Understanding

On arrival the Client (who shall be unnamed) were encouraged to see us and demonstrated their problems with extreme excitement and graphic presentation.

George K with his customer relations etiquette handled the situation very well and took the heat out of the situation.  With understanding and technical knowledge the Rutland Team entered with care and respect – this is Mr and Mrs C’s house after all!

Identification

A survey soon told us where the problems were.  It was a high quality door and frame with very substantial hardware and a DDA door closer, very nicely fitted and there shouldn’t be any reason why there is problem with this situation.

The door closer was removed to show the client what the door is like without it.  The rubber blade seals were doing such a fantastic job that it took all of 107.2 Nm to pull the door open!

With adjustments to the door and refitting of the door closer the Nm pressure to pull or push the door was reduced drastically to a comfortable amount.

“That’s what I call a proper fire door with a quality closer”  “Shut’s with a click”

Guarantee

CE Certified, DDA compliant, designed with the safety and ease of opening for the end user in mind Rutland Door closers meet and exceed the standards set out and tested by UKAS accredited bodies.  Products carry guarantees, and true to our name we were there when we were needed most. Rutland sells products to suit and understand the situation, not just on price.

Accountability

At Rutland we take responsibility, we are accountable, we look at the finish line and we have customers who care and take an interest in the wellbeing of their clients. We have a sales team, a support team, a technical team, a marketing team, covering the needs and aspirations of many and varied tasks in a day.  But most of all we care for children, the elderly and the people with physical limitations.  We have efficient technical products that work with ease, are guaranteed to care and help you when you need them.

Quality Door controls must be fitted with Quality Instructions – these both come as standard from Rutland.

www.rutlanduk.co.uk

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With expensive care for the elderly and children, and many struggling to get on the property ladder, families are pooling their funds to afford much larger homes and share the space. The Ideal Home Show census learnt that 4 per cent of the population, 728,000 people, now live in homes with two other generations – a higher rate than in the Victorian era.

Andrew Royle, UK Commercial Director at P C Henderson, comments on the growing trend: “There are benefits to sharing homes with loved ones such as economical advantages and also convenient care for the elderly or children. However, living together permanently can have some disadvantages when it comes to privacy and respecting each other’s space. P C Henderson’s sliding and folding door hardware can help by providing privacy screens and versatile layouts. Optional closed areas can be created with a sliding or folding door system for relaxation, or the door can be folded back or concealed to create open plan areas for socialising.”

According to the Halifax monthly price index, house prices have risen up by £17,261 in the last year. In addition, a report from the Post Office shows the average house size has halved by 700 square feet in the last century, further showing the challenge to find affordable living space. By using sliding door gear systems floor space is created in a home in contrast to a swing door which impacts on the room once opened.  In a house with ten 3ft internal doors, up to an additional 70sq ft of usable space can be released in the home by eliminating the room needed for it to swing and function.

Furthermore, the NHBC predicts that the familiar ‘granny annexe’ could evolve into co-homes with shared kitchens yet separate bathrooms and front doors. P C Henderson’s range of sliding and folding door gear hardware can provide space saving, versatile solutions for any layout and aesthetic.

Tel:  +44 (0) 191 377 0701
Website: www.pchenderson.co.uk
Email: sales@pchenderson.com

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The major advantage of PanelGrip

• Reduction in labour time when installing a structural Glass Railing System
• Easily adjusted and readjusted during installation
• No multiple pours of cement
• No special tools required

The clamping system also self-centres the glass and, as you only need to tighten from one side, this is a major advantage for working at height.  Re-adjustment or glass removal at a later date can be performed by simply loosening the PanelGrip locking mechanism.

www.fhbrundle.co.uk

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