Interiors


There are various anti-mould and mildew paints on the market, with properties which inhibit mould growth


Landlords and housing providers can compensate for this, to some extent,


by making sure extractor fans are working and dehumidifiers are provided to tenants. Accepting that this won’t be as good as a warm, properly ventilated property, they can take a range of other steps to combat damp and mould. Tere are various anti-mould and mildew paints on the market, with


properties which inhibit mould growth. Where these are designed with strength and durability in mind, they can also play a role in making mould easier to treat where it does occur. An example is Crown Trade’s Clean Extreme Mould Inhibiting Scrubbable


Matt Paint. It has built-in fungicides which stop mould building up on its film. It is also highly durable, so it can be cleaned repeatedly and thoroughly without its finish being ruined. Te paint can also be tinted in well over 400 colours, allowing landlords and property managers to fortify their defences against mould without compromising on style. Repainting provides a valuable opportunity to build dialogue with tenants.


Residents, naturally, want to see their landlord or housing provider being proactive on tackling mould, and taking their thoughts and feelings into consideration. Consulting with them regarding repainting, or installing other anti-mould features, can be a great way of doing this. Repainting can be particularly effective here. Taking tenants’ opinions into


consideration about aesthetic elements of the property, like colour choice, demonstrates a commitment to making them feel happy and comfortable, not just safe from hazards. It can also treat any remaining scars in properties that were badly affected by last year’s mould. It’s crucial, of course, that you only repaint once your walls are free of mould. Painting over it will obscure the problem, but it won’t prevent it from


Nuaire launches Faith-Plus extract fan


Nuaire, part of the Genuit group, has launched the Faith-Plus continuous running mixed fl ow axial fan, designed to provide social housing with a cost- eff ective ventilation solution that complies with Building Regulations. Suitable for wall, ceiling and window installation in kitchens, bathrooms and other wet rooms, Faith-Plus has been designed and built to achieve the ventilation rates as set out in Part F and L Building Regulations, which was revised in 2021 with higher rates than previously required. Faith-Plus features an integral monitoring device to detect occupant operation and boost air fl ow when necessary.


enquiries@nuaire.co.uk www.nuaire.co.uk


causing damage. Crucially, people can still become seriously ill from mould underneath paint.


LEARNING FROM LAST YEAR Last year’s cost of living crisis caught the rented housing sector off guard. Landlords and housing providers didn’t have time to make provisions to compensate for the removal of heat and ventilation – the traditional defence against mould. Tis time around, they have more opportunity to prepare. Te same problems


are likely to remain relevant. So, it’s important to use other protective measures, to combat the dangers damp and mould pose to the health of tenants. Using anti-mould paints is a great way of doing this. Te right products can


provide extra protection against the formation of mould, and make cleaning far easier if any mould does form. And, repainting shows a commitment to creating pleasant and comfortable, not just safe, housing for renters.


Kathryn Tormay is head of product at Crown Paints Ventilation for the built environment


Poor indoor air quality contributes to respiratory and allergy problems, while inadequate ventilation creates ideal conditions for condensation and resulting mould growth. Vectaire’s MVHRs help tackle these problems by providing low level continuous ventilation at the optimum level. T ey incorporate two fans – one extracts stale, damp air from wet rooms, and the other brings in fresh air from outside. T e two airfl ows pass through a heat exchanger, recovering heat from the outgoing air and fi ltering it before transferring it to the incoming, fresh air supply before ducting it to the living areas to ensure a comfortable environment.


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Leading specialist trade supplier IronmongeryDirect, has added the Urfi c Easy Click door handles to its range of over 18,000 products. Off ering easy and quick installations of under one minute, these simple, sleek and reliable lever handles are suitable for a variety of applications, especially where convenience is a must.


T anks to a distinct patented fi xing system, the Urfi c Easy Click door handles are an ideal solution to save time on site and can be installed in just under one minute (aſt er the lock has been fi tted).


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New Altro Piccolo is an attractive, cushion backed 2.4 mm wood-eff ect vinyl fl ooring, designed to create comfortable and aff ordable living spaces in residential housing. Ideal for residential living areas, Altro Piccolo is available in a range of designs including maple, oak and cherry, helping create homely aesthetics where people live, work, sleep and play. Robust and low maintenance Altro Piccolo colours are aligned with resilient Altro Wood, enhancing the choice of products and making selection between the wood-eff ect ranges quick and easy. Altro Piccolo deadens footsteps while providing comfort for standing or sitting.


01462 489 516 www.altro.co.uk


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