Ed Kelly

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Millboard unveils first ever experience centre and training academy

1 week ago | phpdonline.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Created specifically for landscape professionals, architects, garden designers, and homeowners, this inspiring space showcases Millboard’s complete range of premium decking and cladding products. Designed as both a creative hub and educational facility, the centre invites visitors to explore and experience the exceptional beauty, versatility, and performance of Millboard products first-hand.
How to damp proof older properties

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

When working with older properties you have to do things differently. Modern methods and materials can often cause irreversible damage. The majority of buildings built pre-1940 were constructed using solid walls. For a solid walled property to be damp free, it needs to be able to allow moisture to be absorbed and released – often referred to as ‘breathability’. All aspects of the construction should be working together to allow this to happen.
Catching up with fibo Collect

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

In the UK and Ireland professional builders, landscapers, and groundworkers face significant challenges when sourcing small amounts (under 1m3) of concrete, mortar, or screed. On-site mixing is time-consuming and costly, whilst ready-mix plants designed for large-scale production means there’s high minimum order costs and unpredictable delivery schedule delays.
May 2025 free for all

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Every month, Professional Builder magazine contains a bumper ‘Free for all’ giveaway and you can enter the supersized Free For All from the May issue simply by filling in your details at the bottom of this page. Designed as a versatile alternative to conventional adhesives, ArmaFlex ECO550 serves as a one-stop solution for all NBR/PVC and black ArmaPrene®-based ArmaFlex insulation materials, while the new Ultima ECO550 ensures reliable bonding for premium applications.
Holcim: Making Sustainable Construction a Reality

1 week ago | phpdonline.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Sustainable building solutions specialist Holcim UK (formerly Aggregate Industries) has outlined the commitments it is making to making UK construction more sustainable after its research revealed that only 41% of the population think that the UK’s towns and cities are currently built sustainably. Holcim’s UK survey of 2,000 adults also revealed that 82% believe there should be more access to green spaces across the country.
PB attends a K Rend demonstration day

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

If you think of render, then it’s very likely that the name of one manufacturer will immediately spring to mind. K Rend has become synonymous with this class of product and with good reason. It’s K1 Spray is an industry favourite and, with K1 Spray+, what was already a very good solution now benefits from an improved formulation. The new product arrives at a time when spraying is becoming ever more popular amongst applicators.
PB visits Mirka’s UK HQ

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

As a family-run business that has been operating for over 80 years, Mirka has certainly had a lot of time to perfect its craft. While the list of inventions and solutions developed by Mirka is almost endless, one point sticks out from the rest as a turning point of sorts. The invention of the Abranet® system in 2000 has proved to be a game changer for the finishing industry and is something anyone who has used anything by Mirka in the past 25 years is sure to be familiar with.
Pulse Fibre partners with untypical Housebuilding Group

1 week ago | phpdonline.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Pulse Fibre has announced a partnership with untypical, the housebuilding group aiming to redefine the UK housing market. The partnership, initially set to last three years, will ensure that thousands of new homeowners gain access to lightning-fast connectivity from the moment they move in.
What is Project Estimator?

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Even if business is booming, being able to stand out from the crowd is always a bonus. Having the ability to choose the work you want to do and keep up a good image founded on professionalism and recommendations, is fundamental to a healthy presence in the industry. Here to help with this is Project Estimator, an estimating service designed entirely with the trade in mind.
Top tips for painting and decorating

1 week ago | probuildermag.co.uk | Ed Kelly

Time is money and this rings true within the building trade. Multiskilled professionals are constantly balancing the delivery of high-quality projects with the desire, and sometimes need, to complete as many jobs as possible throughout the day. While there will only ever be 24 hours in a day, with the right tools and techniques, builders can shave minutes off job times without sacrificing quality.