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A growing number of social housing providers are stepping beyond regulation to consider the impact on tenants, the move towards provision above current standards suggests a new way of thinking about social housing that places greater emphasis on wellbeing. IVC Commercial that’s cost-effective to purchase and install. For providers keen to raise the quality of their housing stock, IVC Commercial’s Zenura ranges
tenancies. The Zenura collection is equipped with a long-lasting wear layer that holds its For further information, visit
Setcrete used this year’s NMBS show to launch a new tile adhesives and grout range, aimed at building professionals who want an easy-to-use, straightforward product that is consistent and reliable. This new addition to the company’s product portfolio follows the successful and
rapid adoption by builders. Backed by the company’s reputation for high quality products and proven performance, Setcrete will roll out the new tile adhesives and grout range through its nationwide network of builders’ merchants. Commenting on the success of the launch at the show, Michael Hoe, Setcrete National Sales Manager said: “The reception
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we got at the show was overwhelmingly positive, particularly from merchants who are already stocking Setcrete levelling compounds and have experience of the service and support we provide on top of the quality of the products themselves. “Our stand was really busy over both days of the show. We’ve taken a good number of orders at the exhibition and had a lot
more conversations with interested merchants, which we’ve promised to follow up with meetings over the next few weeks.”
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While the education sector has long guidance through BB93 (Building performance criteria for schools, hubs of collaboration, conversation, and focused work, there is currently no formal acoustic standard to govern how they should sound. The result is huge variation in acoustic quality from one project to the next, with many contemporary workplaces prioritising aesthetic trends at the expense of comfort, concentration, and wellbeing. The consequences are far from trivial.
Leesman’s global workplace data consistently shows that over half of employees feel their environment fails to support core aspects of comfort, including focus, privacy, and noise control. Workplaces may be visually striking, but poor acoustics can reduce productivity, elevate stress levels, and hinder collaboration. advocates for intentional
acoustic design, a strategic approach that ensures spaces are not only visually compelling but also functionally
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sound. Every design decision, from high- requirements of individual rooms, is made with purpose. Acoustic comfort clarity (ensuring speech and sound are intelligible), concentration (minimising distractions in focus-driven areas), and controlled sound transmission).
Achieving these outcomes requires
careful consideration of both materials and layout. Continuous ceilings, fully integrated grids and tiles, create uniform acoustic performance across large areas while maintaining easy service access. Floating rafts and options, while vertical wall absorbers help reduce reverberation, improve speech clarity, and support privacy. Crucially, performance depends not just on adding absorbent surfaces, but on selecting materials with the right properties for each space, including absorption, attenuation, density, surface and mechanical systems. By considering acoustics, material
performance, and environmental impact striking but also genuinely functional and sustainable. Acoustic comfort becomes part of a holistic approach that enhances employee experience, improves focus, and fosters a sense of pride in the workplace.
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