PRODUCT FEATURES


32 The highest of


standards


Despite British Standards regarding slating and tiling being updated, sadly practice is still lagging behind, resulting in voided warranties and significant roof failures. Dr Kevin Ley of Redland explains


43 Smarter bathrooms


GROHE UK’s Michael Gray discusses the growing trend for including smart technology in the bathroom and the types of products available


CASE STUDY


51 Getting the


20 The second act


Howard Reay and Amber Valentine both worked in TV and film, but this didn’t prepare them from the drama of their own journey to creating a grand home. Roseanne Field reports


REGULARS 4


News


13 Product Focus


14


Interior Inspiration: Home Gym


17


Ask the Expert: The sound of silence


26 Secrets of Success:


Victorian revival march/april 2018


light just right


Shaun Davis of LED lighting specialists tp24 explains why it is essential to plan early to ensure the perfect lighting scheme


52 Trendy tiles


38


Grand Designs Live Show Preview


40


Sustainable and Eco Products Showcase


48


Home Styling: Get the


Downton look 59


Classified & Directory


Ceramique Internationale’s Peter Vann discusses the tiling trends that are currently influencing the market and the options available to self-builders


54 Lighting the way


Richard McLane of Bisca Staircases discusses various lighting options to bear in mind when designing your staircase and says you should run through it with your architect and a


specialist lighting designer


57 Hearth-warming


thoughts


When installing a woodburner it’s important to consider what you’re going to burn in it, especially given the Government’s increased determination to clamp down on the use of ‘unsuitable’ fuel. Stephen Talbot of Logs Direct explains more


FIXTURES & FINISHES


Bathrooms & Wetrooms 41 Coatings, Sealants & Paints 45 Fires & Fireplaces


56


Floors & Floor Coverings 47 Kitchens & Appliances


47


Landscaping & External Finishes


Lighting & Electrical


Stairs, Balustrades & Balconies


Tiling Inspiration www.sbhonline.co.uk


46 51


54 52


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CONTENTS MAR/APR 2018


PRODUCTS SITE PREPARATION


Building Products & Services 13 Groundworks & Sewage Treatment


BUILDING FABRIC


& EXTERIORS Cladding & Facades


Doors, Windows & Conservatories Garage Doors Glass & Glazing Heating &


Renewable Energy Insulation


Rainwater & Greywater Products Roofing


Timber & Joinery 37


28 31 27


36 19


31 32 35


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