Kris Bennell, Director of Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) discusses the continuing health threat posed by a class of paint which has been banned for the past 30 years; and the solutions.

“Dealing with lead paint in old buildings is a growing issue; options include grit-blasting in-situ or at off-site premises, removal by chipping, or...

Hardware specialist VBH has announced that Allan Price, the company’s General Manager for Scotland & Northern Ireland, has decided to take retirement in December.

Allan joined VBH in January 1989, with responsibility for customers in the West of Scotland and in Northern Ireland.

His dry wit and straight-talking style soon endeared him to his new customers, and as time progressed, he built up an impressive technical knowledge surrounding windows and doors and, of course, the hardware required to open, close, and lock them.

With tilt and turn windows so popular in Scotland, Allan...

Picture above: Ken Rhodes

While many installation companies continue to prioritise digital channels, Upminster-based installer Ken Rhodes is making the case for the continued power of the high street—especially as homeowners grow more cautious in the current economic climate...

Longstanding hardware supplier Kenrick has announced the launch of its new AK SecureCore™ 3 Star high-security cylinder, developed to deliver exceptional protection against today’s most sophisticated break-in methods. With more than two centuries of hardware innovation behind it, Kenrick continues to build on its reputation for reliable, UK-designed products that meet the evolving security needs of fabricators and installers across the industry.

AK SecureCore™ has achieved the Sold Secure Diamond Standard 2024, the most demanding cylinder certification available and carries the Kitemark 3 Star rating. It has been designed to resist every major form of attack, including picking, bumping,...

Gerda doors UK distributor Pioneer Trading Company is extending its network into Hampshire with the appointment of Graham Orrin Installations (t/a GO Installations) as trade installation partner. A Gerda Optima 60 in light walnut now takes centre stage at the company’s newly opened Fleet showroom.

Director and owner, Graham Orrin, who established...

Kenrick has further strengthened its commitment to security excellence with the AK Safe Secure smart lock box achieving IASME IoT Cyber certification, confirming its compliance with recognised cybersecurity and data protection standards.

Cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important in the smart technology space, driven by new UK...

Picture above: L-R: Brian Jones, one of the new ownership team and a director of Fentrade. Chris Reeks – MD at Fentrade

Following its acquisition by Aluminium Vision Limited earlier this year, independent trade fabricator Fentrade is reporting a period of continued stability, strategic investment and sustained sales growth as the business prepares for its next...

With energy costs rising and homeowners facing more pressure to make meaningful, long-term improvements to their properties, choosing the right windows and doors has never been more important. Beyond appearance, people are increasingly considering thermal efficiency, security, maintenance, and how well a product will preserve or enhance the character of their home.

At the same time, the market has never...

Ultimate Rose is Roseview’s most detailed and traditional uPVC sash window. It has been developed for installers working on high-end, heritage and conservation projects who need a window that satisfies discerning homeowners and detail-oriented planning and conservation officers.

The design closely follows original timber joinery...