Dec/Jan Contents


20 In this issue of 20


Features 25


29 33 35 38 Air Quality & Ventilation


Unintended consequences Penny Jones of Domus Ventilation looks at how improvements in the energy


efficiency of dwellings has led to poor indoor air quality, and why mechanical ventilation is the way forward


Doors, Windows & Glazing Windows & doors sustainability –


it’s time for action Chris Coxon of Eurocell discusses the important issue of sustainability in the fenestration sector and how improvements can be made


Floor & Wall Finishes


Avoiding floor failure Failing to undertake proper subfloor preparation before the application of


new floorcoverings can result in an unsightly finish or even complete floor failure, leading to costly remedial work. Fortunately this can be avoided by adhering to a few basic principles of subfloor preparation as Stephen Boulton of F. Ball and Co. explains


Monitoring & Smart Controls


The importance of IoT Dane Ralston of iOpt explores how educating tenants in using the latest IoT


technology can significantly improve their health, in addition to maintaining the internal health of the property and limiting the amount of maintenance and repairs required


Access & Accessibility


Access all areas Adrian Sunter of Terry Lifts discusses why it’s so crucial the UK’s housing stock


is adapted to suit the needs of everyone and what options are available to housing associations


Products


Efficiency Air Quality & Ventilation........................23 Heating & Renewable Energy.............24 Insulation ...................................................24


Maintenance & Refurbishment Building Products & Services ..............28 Coatings, Sealants & Paints..................31 Doors, Windows & Glazing...................29 Floors & Floor Coverings.......................32 Interiors.......................................................32 Landscaping & External Works ...........32 Plant & Workwear....................................32 Roofing & Cladding ................................28


Technology Monitoring, Smart Controls & Software .................................................34


Specification & Provision ..............32


Safety & Regulation Access..........................................................36 Accessibility...............................................38 Smoke & Fire Protection .......................36


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Industry News ....................................04-20 Appointments & News ..........................22 Directory.....................................................39


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