What is Part Q?
Even for an expert with years of experience, understanding the latest Building Regulations can be difficult. That’s why the Secretary of State has approved a series of documents that give practical guidance about how to meet the various requirements.
What is PAS 24 and how does it relate to Part Q?
Trying to understand the Building Regulations can sometimes feel like navigating a maze; everything seems to refer to something else and it’s easy to find yourself going round in circles. For example, Part Q of the building regulations offers practical guidance on how to meet security requirements for new dwellings, and it refers to PAS
What is BS 6375?
If you’re specifying doors or windows, there are a number of regulations and guidelines to consider. For example, there’s BS 6375, a British Standard that provides guidance on the selection of performance characteristics for windows and doorsets intended for the UK market.
New Contracts Manager joins Soundcraft Team
Earlier this month, Carl Higgins joined Soundcraft as Contracts Manager.
Soundcraft Curtain Walling installed in Grand Designs project: The Black House
Last Spring, Soundcraft had the privilege to work for an unusual project now featuring in Grand Designs Season 17, hosted by Kevin McCloud.
What kind of communal security door is best for my project?
If you’re specifying communal security doors (CSDs) for a social housing block of flats, there are many options to choose from and deciding what kind of door to use can seem like a difficult task.