Stone cladding should last the design life of a building, from 60 to more than 100 years. Whole-life costs take into account maintenance activities such as cleaning, repointing or sealant replacement.

Most stone-cladding contractors subscribe to the view that 2001 will continue to be a good year for enquiries, with perhaps an easing-off in project value through the year, before a slight reduction ...

In 2021, makers of building products had been facing material shortages for certain plastics and resins, though raw material makers pushed to increase production, according to plastics industry ...

Although you may assume cladding ideas are only those featuring unusual or alternative materials, the fact is most self ...

So, there you have it: a quick run-down of some of the key design risks identified within the Building Regulations that you need to consider. Maybe it’s worth going back and just double-checking you ...