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HEATING, VENTILATION & SERVICES; INTERIORS
ARDEX and Polypipe Underfloor Heating join forces
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RDEX – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers
and suppliers of
high-performance building products for flooring and tiling – has partnered with Polypipe Underfloor Heating to provide a trusted solution for their water-fed underfloor heating systems.
ARDEX products have been extensively tested with Polypipe Underfloor Heating’s Overlay®
gypsum panels, Overlay® Plus
lightweight retro-fit boards, as well as their solid floor systems including the Red Floor Panel System, Clip Rail and Staple systems. ARDEX and Polypipe Underfloor Heating have joined forces to produce a comprehensive installation guide. Available to download by visiting
ARDEX.co.uk and PolypipeUFH. com, the guide covers everything from subfloor
preparation and installation of
retro-fit board and solid-floor systems to tiling and resilient flooring installation guidance using ARDEX products. Emma McDonald, ARDEX UK technical
Manager, said: “After a long process
involving extensive testing of Polypipe Underfloor Heating’s warm-water systems with our products, we’re delighted to be able to announce this partnership.
“This is one of the first partnerships of its kind in the industry, providing a recommended system when tiling or flooring onto these kinds of retro-fit systems to help ensure problem-free installations. “The system covers everything from the preparation of subfloors prior to the installation of these systems, right to the
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Heating_HPAdv.indd 1 Showersave launches QB1-21XE system
Showersave has unveiled the Showersave QB1- 21XE, its latest innovation designed to help SAP assessors, architects, and specifi ers improve energy effi ciency and achieve Part L compliance. This new model builds on the success of its
predecessor, the QB1-21, and is designed to deliver maximum energy savings, compliance with building regulations, and ease of specifi cation and installation – key benefi ts for assessors and specifi ers across the UK. The QB1-21XE is an affordable and effective solution for meeting energy performance requirements and supporting building projects that align with the upcoming Future Homes Standard (FHS).
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products needed to fix tiles or lay resilient flooring. ARDEX solutions have also been tested and are recommended for use with Polypipe Underfloor Heating systems for use in solid or screeded floors.
“Whether you’re installing warm-water UFH or laying a floorcovering over an existing system, our partnership provides clear guidance and will help you overcome common installation problems.” Stuart Wood,
product manager –
sustainable heating from Polypipe Underfloor Heating said: “We are delighted to be working with Ardex, ensuring our customers receive the best advice on floor preparation both before and after the installation of our Underfloor Heating Systems. ARDEX have worked tirelessly with us over the last few months to create a comprehensive guide that really supports best installation practises for the industry.”
www.polypipeufh.com
ardex.co.uk 18/11/2024 13:39 Harness the power of creative lighting
Schlüter-Systems’ collection of lighting systems incorporate advanced control and luminaire technology, offering almost unlimited choice for the most imaginative schemes. The key is Schlüter- LIPROTEC which creates restful lighting for relaxing spaces, or bright, colourful lighting for a
busy family bathroom or kitchen. It can be installed in a choice of direct or indirect lighting effects, enabling the interior designer, architect or property owner to illuminate feature walls, pictures, tiled areas such as shower enclosures or study spaces, kitchen countertops and stairways; in fact, anywhere the creative mind can conceive a plan for.
www.schluter.co.uk 06/11/2024 12:25 Ball’s System LVT
range, including the company’s Stopgap 700 and Stopgap 1200 smoothing compounds and Styccobond F46 pressure sensitive adhesive,
were
chosen to meet high expectations for a contemporary fl ooring installation
in a brand new Bromsgrove bar. Commenting on the work, Jason Pirie, director at Décor Design, said: “We only use F. Ball products because they’re good quality and you can rely on them. In this case, Styccobond F46 made installing the LVTs hassle free.”
01538 361 633
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FP600 Finger Protection Strand Hardware’s FP600 offers
18/11/2024 08:52 robust fi nger
protection for high-traffi c environments. Designed for facilities like schools, hospital and care homes, the FP600 ensures safety for vulnerable users, including children and the elderly. With durable fl ame-retardant fabric, the FP600 shields fi ngers from accidental
entrapment, offering high-cycle durability and easy-fi t CLICK system installation. It meets stringent European safety standards and resists tampering and cleaning products, making it perfect for automatic doors. Available in various lengths and customisable fi nishes, the FP600 integrates seamlessly into any setting, ensuring both safety and style.
01922 639 111
www.strandhardware.co.uk
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