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FOR YOUR HOME Window E Dulux Trade explains om i a from Lomax recycled products and = range put an reclaimed tems family at ease Bas} 7 16) Vee Uc Bsa DN oa EU OOo TE Te be KEEP YOUR KITCHEN LOOKING NEW A Harvey Water Softener keeps your home limescale free UK's No.1 © Completely eliminate limescale from your home Hard water © Prolong the lifespan of your kitchen appliances © Improve the efficiency of your boiler © Enjoy softer skin and glossier hair Ask us about our three month trial Soft water daeeraauore > 01483 736 871 HARVEY.CO.UK BRTAININ C&S En i-build Editor in Chief Hannah Frackiewiez hhannah@mixedmediainfo.com Editorial Assistant Rebecca Kemp rebocca@imnedmedininfo.com Print & Digital Advertising: Welcome to the November issue of i-build According to the Structural Timber ‘Assocation, when itcomes to sef-buld projects, structural timber frames the product of choice for more than 75% ofthe sector. Along with its eco-riendly benefits, timber aso allows you to create. bespoke Editor's picks ‘Seana shower programme from Kaldewsi:See page 58, The DCM-Pro fcr hea Warmup: Seepage 58, Orisin lunches new range of svish binds See page 54, ‘Welcome Note Claing Systems explains how to choose the Fitri clacing system for your own project. ‘As almays, our pages are busting wth design inspiration for those of you who ae nearing the competion of your bul On page 6, youll Sam Ball a fer an aay of acessories perfect for those cold sam@moxedmediainfo.com design. without compromising on quality. vaeacrrigec Member paps pac aa ee sos Todemonstatethesectorsrsinginterestinoak 21 Tekchenia eoterpercey ad yl fires nthal the mod cone Iwasimportan that thematerias vero ahigh auaty post type stel frame onthe ground! flor support We then buried tis nto the lower internal wal ot was not visible” Apart from the structural elements that were advised by the appointed specials, the specification of the materials and products was entirely down to Gordon and joyce, who were joint managing the project Joyce notes "The ‘orginal planing permission was nat too far off in terms of the bricks androof tes that we had envisaged. We did ot of research and had samples ofthe aluminium fares that would hold the Bi-old and patio unis. “Wealso took home samples of the oak loc. flor tls, ktchen cabinet doors bathroom units and stone worktops We bid these out anc made the choices which we thought went together in terme af colour and contrast We hac the same approach with the Final oft furishings and FghtinguniteAllthe intemal door fremes and fitings areal the same throughout the house! ‘The ineallation of renewable energy syste vwasan important elemento the bul The couple recearched the market exensvely and eventually decided on anair source heat pump and PV panels. Gordon explains further:"We cose an air source heat pump, which supplies a ‘the hot water throughout thehouse and sused ‘or the undetioor heating Ths was an al package, supplied andinsalled by Nu-Heat. Both _systems provide income from the RHI payments and tari payments fom the PY panels" To help conserve energy, the entire houses ‘encased with high-quality insulation materials and high-performance windows. The house ‘was aight tested on completion and was ‘ound toachieve a score of 90 in terms of efficiency. The U-value was designed to 0.12 - ‘thi combined with the RHI and taf payments makes the house very economical to run, ‘Thanks to the arge amountof glazing the interior space onthe upper floors light and ay and the open-plan layout creates feeling of space. The tchen fumishings and tings Thei-build app for iPhone, iPad & Android Free download available now! PROJECTS | PRODUCTS | INSPIRATION | INFORMATION The smarter way to plan, design, and decorate self-build homes. With its easy-to-navigate format, users can benefit from a variety of useful tools, such as the magazine’ latest issue, digital archive, suppliers and newsbank. The App is. also synced with SBP Library (sustainable buildingproducts com) providing an essential specification portal | Bespoke, reader-friendly features tailored to professionals on the move | | Timely industry news delivered at the touch of a button | | Manage print & digital subscriptions | Search bulkimagarine are allcontemporary, which are in perect contrat ta the oak frame constuction. The lighting system is versatile wth an option of, vite o coloured. orbath, overhead. The large porch tothe font elevauon allows plenty of storage for coats, hats, boots and the lke. The tower floor has. light an airy bedroom to the south elevation, whetess the rear beckooms are darker due to the cutinto the hil The designers ritigated the darkness y instalingan oak see ‘tough staikcase which lets the ip through the eer tothe north-facing side ofthe lowe flat. ‘One ofthe best things about ths property are the lovely vistas enjoyed from both levels. The views are complemented by a simple yet cffectvelandscaping plan_A grarite aggregate clveway takes you down past the property towards a turing area fr cars. There is also a basn-stye garage. which had tobe applied for separately 2s the original planing permission had restrictions onthe outbuildings Tolevel out the rear garden, Gordon used the excavations from the cat into the hil and tw further take some of the difference outof the levels. two sleeper wallshave been built At the rearof the property ia large patio area laid with Inian Sandstone by Paul Tann Lid The patio features two sts of garden fursture and a barbeque ares, which i perfec for entertaining. ‘Meanwhile, atthe font othe property there isa pacious driveway with nwo flowerbeds Raced flowerbeds made rom oaksleepers. re alo featured alongside the bordering Fence Gordon and Joyce allowed 12 months for the construction of the bud howeverit was completed well within schedule talong ust ‘months. The planning processhad taken rine months prior to construction. This was purely due to anew planing application being submitted. There was also change tothe porch layout which was down tothe planners lateness ininforming the couple that they had tohave atoll at main entry level. There was also an pplication for sbarn-style garage and neice assessments forthe ar sourceheat pump, which | PRO-RAILING’ The Stainless Steel Handrail Component System MINI TOP RAIL SYSTEMS Ss Prevvinsrogecre on Follow ibuild on twitter & facebook * receive live updates www.canal.eu.com 3t trogen ee Se area a ie Se came saunsueeurare oun Saeed ee peers Escpen ing aor arena oer Sere ere See eer ee rae veer ieaneee oe aceuptocladding “snsssams project and the installer We recommend 4 P a @ 2 es oS ae} i) eo] rl e i) While there are many cladding finishes available, the warm tones, aoe cladding Ses textures and variety of colours available make brick a firm favourite. Sama ea cera seai ny crt John Mayes, Managing Director of Eurobrick Cladding Systems, explains that may be required, since abasic “heading” how to choose the right brick cladding system for your own project. price, based ona square metre te can be deceptive em sch as comer bck can ave ce ae number fier iki Abore Sikes cho fra asigicanteect on price, Most lading ‘dadaing systems avalable and each one vay ofesrasenmenacsti =k companies willbe happy to do a take-off \ariesin terms of component parts and pea emniae ‘of your drawings and provide an estimate astembly method ALEuobrick,our advices fale Th-sfintibiinmurte _ relevant to your ld and choices . tothinkabout your cbectves and what benefis you poictcanbecpnby sors ‘might Uke froma system. Willitneed to be ightweight? Insulated?” Suitable for DIY? Also, speak othe cladding compary/s technical staff to ensure thatthe system is properly tested and consider whether ithas third-party certieation and comes with a guarantee ‘Self:-builders can choose froma variety of construction methods that work with brick sip systems, ‘The systems do nt usually requie the foundations associated with traditional masonry as they are suspended drectly from the structural fabric. Being lightweight is beneficial asit can simply the design and costo foundations, while the ease of installation means the project can be completed by zemi-iled labour or ‘even 36 DIY job ‘The technical constants of some heme extension projects may make acadding system essential For ‘example if you are bulding upward, youl bani frm lightweight system At Eurbrick, we have dealt witha wile range of projects from the technically demanding torelatively straightforward extensions that requie the existing structure and extension tobe over-cladto achievea seamless fish. wwweurobrick.com, = J ce att SBR vreescvecnar’wonsusus Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:30 ONLY permanent visitor centre for self b custom builders and renovators The National Self Build and Renovation Centre is open 6 days a week and is the must-visit destination for anyone creating their own home. Our aim is to inspire, educate and provide impartial advice as well as showcasing products and services from a wide range of selected exhibitors to support you through every step of your project. NSBRC visitors can explore three permanent houses, view cut-away foundations, floors, roofs, septic tanks and more in our superb educational journey. Our exhibition area features over 200 suppliers offering the latest building products and technologies. Our calendar of shows, events and courses cover a wide range of topics and themes. FREEHOLD SERVICED PLOTS STARTING FROM £125,000. A small development of plots gi Peete on en sme on the edge ofthe popular ere ines Pau aus Pe eee eer tes coor CORT SL eer ng Roane atl 33 Top tips for tip top bathroom designs German bathroom manufacturer, Pelipal, knows more than a thing or two about bathroom design. Whilst it undoubtedly has an almost endless array of beautiful ranges and ingenious solutions, it also knows a thing or two about making the best of every space. This is the start of the best bathroom design. le tocfferrelaationanda sense of welling is slmost impossible to relaxin cluttered bathvoom, if youwant ly, then dort air your dt laundry in ble Threshing le dity washing totale the edge off relpation With the Pepa ting aueky bashes a5 t2 eepbathroomelaundy fee Koop the floor cea Visual, the clearer the flor the largerthe room wl pen, so use wal-hung cabinetry and sanitanyware Utise hidden space behind fulllength minors without adding to vial clter with Pepa lever mimored storage ‘combo fom the Pelipalcolecion. ‘Make the most of the storage thats ead avalable |Ahandy door soliton fom Pela acs another yer of practical tothe bathroom Addona externa sheng crabathroem design to be wut sucrasfliterust become sanctuary rom the stresses of modern ‘combines wth increased door ict to create contemporary bookcase-styestorage when dosed Rotating mirored abmets crete flecble storage Taking Lup very itor space butadingful-ength reflection and heaps of addtional space. styfsh solitons from Pepa add Ultra ext na meodem bthioom. ‘Acid fing of space and lunxy by ung reflective _sufaces to bounce light rund roam Shapes and pattems ‘evelve throughout day and right particulary you addin _adional LED lighting Relacive andhigh-goce riches ‘ae the quick srart way to ceateakariouseeltoany batho. The amy bathroom needs to work prety hard anit ‘canbe tricky to meet the needs of everyone. Simply think ‘utsde the bxand we imaginative planing Full-length wel cabinets right sound crowded but arow of fulllngth iors wll appear almostinconspicucus. ‘Contemporary LED ightingis the new cande-t bath Dori underestimate how important lighting In bathroorn design. There is nothing ke the feeling created by some clever bathroom ilumination to guarantee luxury and relation. Agi best frend sa bathroom design that can hide clutterin an instant. Let facet, well hoard too much clutterin the bathrocen, £0 stylish ges shutters from the Palipal collection ave the perfec solution fo allofus that, want the lok of five-star Laury without having to get rid ofall those bottles and potions. Modular design accommodates theneedsof everyone without compromising either aesthetics or quality Modular design offers the ulimatein flexblty and it doesrit just ‘extend to cabinets Why have one washbasin when two adds both practicality and hoa? Minors and minored cabinet canbe jained to reflecthe ine ofcabinety When you design abathroom with modula pieces trealy helps lnmakirgabathroom appear streamined. Ifyou want bathroom that wil stil lock greatin years to come getin-sync wth modem materials Petipa has range of Keon washbasins, made with natural materials anda smal percentage of synthetic resins. These robust and stylish washbasins are impervious to chemicals hai dye and even hair straighteners worit cause damage ‘Of-the-shelf small-sized units tend to lack design acumen, but manufacturers suchas Plipal, create ranges _pccfically for compact spaces, cnarng that the smalest bathrooms can accommadt kas, contemporary places without necessitating a large budget Sins, cabinets and iors ave designed ta make the mort ofthe avalible aes. ‘One ofthe fastest ways. of getting your bathroom bbang up-to-date isto swap old-fashioned mirors and cabinets othe latest, state-of-the-art afar. Mirors and mistored cabinets can make an enormous difference, so ts worth making this a pri. Dont underestimate the nee for plenty of space around the washbasin when you have a young family. An extra-long washbasin top wil offer enough room to help Abo ef The oily biProar reset work pry-hart beth to metthenenof Left This yeh tion rm Papsacisutmae fey na rmodembalhoom ‘Above Wea hoartaomich Qmerntiebanrom some gos shutere fromthe Pebpa tkeson arte pefasalzon aby caesar thls Iptrgiwodscios athena LED maton sec fram pal smaller citer with daily routines whist adding ahotel- lie fee that will appeal tothe adult ‘Thebathwoom should be a sanctuary from the stresses ‘of medam dite and muse ic naadedto crete a spe ‘experince, Fortunately, German manufacturer Pelipal has introduced the rather ever Music Zone, binging buat soundsto the bathroom with Blueteoth connect For those that do nat want the expense of moving plumbing and pipework a Pelipal back-to-wall designs a grea solution Isa quice i that covers the ugly pats fof the bathroom, minimises the work involved and stil creates a stych bathroom with ample storage ‘Smaller bathrooms benefit frm carefully considered deta afterall you are much loser to everything The wickis to never skimp on quality, Cabinets with compartmentalied drawers that separate personal requirements, mirored wall units that ceate the ilsion ‘of space and add further storage even towel hooks that add function and feature all unite to create a contemporary, clutter fre bathroom, For those that prefer product on show. consider rmitrred cabinets with gas shelves ther side, ae these ually reduce cabinet oe witnessing diply. Include some ofthe atest lighting intoductions. ke the new LED motion sensor fern Papal. which calle lights out for right night-time visto the bathroom, Located under the vanity unit. ths clever piece of kit casts agentlelight onto the floor when activated, wwwinhouseltd.couk ‘Search ‘inex-online' Be ill The Inex app for iPhone, iPad and Android Free download available now BROWSE | SPECIFY | SOURCE | DIGEST Inex is the comprehensive online spectication portal for interior and exterior design professionals, ‘To support the fast-paced lifestyles of our audience, all Inex content is pushed via the stylish and easy-to-navigate app for smart phone and tablet users. The Inex app is a vital portal for accessing information on the move. Get it right Leading wastewater management expert, Kingspan Klargester, is advising self- builders to get their drainage right or risk being prosecuted for causing pollution. Here, Kingspan Klargester’s Operations Director, Dave Vincent, explains how to get your drainage right. he advice comes folowing concems that owners of off-main peoperiesinEngand and Wales are making choices for dealing wth wastewater based con cost rather than considering the impact his rrighthave on the envrment There are also reports rom installers suggesting that lacal plton incidents cased by inappropriate talons of septic tanks aersing Cuenta propery iof- maine drainage and cannot be connected ta mains sewer, even witha pumping station (uhich rust be the fist option), then wastewater ‘can be deat with within the property boundaries typically usnga septic tank or sewage treatment plant ‘The legal responsi forthe discharge ies with the property: owner However changes ta legato in England and Wales in 2010, aed to therein internet shopping are believe to have contributed toarecent Increase in septic tank purchases over sewage teatment plants even thaugh drainage condtions across the UK are such that the opposite should be the case scurbebe that upto 75%6cf dachages fom private drainage syste re probly egal sa wonyire ter wibich probably eaccibatedbecause tan ave which ‘many peopled oo ernbarrasrgto dacs openly Thetendeney to just type Septic tarks to seach engines i probably because tis curently the best-known and cheapest soliton youre off-rainsdairage But asopic —_f-‘Tansdunageandeneet ‘tanks notaluays the bestway to eat sevage,andifa Hieeaalhiaanee bigh-pnity septic tank isi chosen cael and installed comectly. then teanleadto problems forthe homeowner, ‘ever mang ther able orprosecton \Whatsmore ou accresitednstallesareeporting that «als ar being ade tothe helplines when people are starting tonatce theresa problem or can no longer tolerate the consequences which soften toolate, > ese cert shn tam kat 37 Bone ‘Search ibuldmagazne Would you like to see your self-build project in our next issue? Bea coc Whether you're halfway through your build, or sitting back and . enjoying the finished article, we'd love to hear from you! l = u | Tell us about your renovation, conversion, extension or new build: hannah@mixedmediainfo.com ee Fest people must understand that senage treatment eed nate unpleasant rin any way anti-social! Top end sewage treatment plants such s BioDisc produce deat - and adouress-overtiow that is ervtonenentally acceptable You can even dschargeit ety into watercourses, without affecting the water quality or Wide. dependent on appropiate location outlow quantity and regdator approval. ‘Septic tanks do not reat waste, they simply produce soluble waste frm solids which then dcharged and fitered trough the ground usualy requiring areed bed. They can pollute groundwater eur chink water essenialy~ as wellas steams ponds and vers the ground conditions dont allow efcent fitration then sooner orlates you wil inow about it Problems ascaited wth local pollution in England and Wales appear tobe increasing since changes were introduced to legislation in 2010, Pir to then, ll homeowners had to apply to the Envitonment Agency fora Consent to Discharge whch prrtsed sewage ‘nentment plants over septictankinstallatons But five years ago, under Environmental Permitting Programme Second Phase EPP?) tis requirement was removed con the condton thatthe homeowner registered the inetalaton onthe Envenment Agency website, and complied with vavius conditions However iftwas hoped that thi would lead to ‘continued focus on best practice in sewage treatment then this was a major miscalculation as subsequent events have shown New binding nes released in January 2085, are not thought to have made significant difference, ‘ether toatttudes er behaviour Drainage “The new regulations do not apply in Scotland where vate drainage remains tightly regulated ‘There isa sense thatthe market across England and Wales has become an unregulated free-for-all But. thats the case. all people ate doing storing up trouble fee the future Hf you rein any doubt about the suitability of your garden to iter wastewater, then take the prudent course. Protect yourself and your family by instaling a sewage treatment plant . www kingspanklargestercom 39 have are many reazene you might want to incorporate an extension onto your home, whether thatbe toadda charming "Rew room or simply to enjoy your garden allyearround But we believe that na matter what the project itis esental that people take an actveolein ther design. When taling on the hefty taskof constructing one own home, self-bulders need to ensue they are using, quality mateals to ensure longevity andiow ‘maintenance. Often ts to easy ta temporary guise poor materials that ae neither particulary sustainable nor durable but English Heritage Buldngs are committed to ensuring quality materals and supports provided throughout the constuction process. ‘Many homeowners are looking at improvirg ‘ver rneving, and wing design for horme ‘extensions, ganny annexes, porches and gnrden buildings The aim ie often toincresce veabilty and the vale ofthe property. Thisis here Green Oakstands out againe ether man= ‘made materia sit has an added! quality to oak frame extersions and outdoor buildings which caritbe equaled ~ especially when constructed wing ancient buldng techniques. which have been wed and tested for centuries. Contemporary haraowmers have te ‘an rom ancaklrame extension Properties ‘onetructed with Geen Oakare beneficial for what mode homeouners want for aramber of reasons. Notonly does itarder with age. offering unique stengthening component tals has insuation properties Asan ltermate to lass metal and bck swuctures, akhasthe abity 2 maintain a constant and comfortable temperate Thisreduces the needifosheatngor venation, tick tum reduces emissions. Cantera hammers stot from aoa fameextonson Man hamenvmersreloaking at mpreving (over moving. rd using dese forme exten, Sony arses perce gon sg \When people come to extend as an investment to their homes they arerit always aware that timberis the enly tly renewable building resource avalable. At English Heritage Bulcings, we eneure thi remains the eace with ‘our sustainable constrction process selecting ‘wees rom managed forest, where three new ‘aks are planted for every one that is felled Not only does Green Oak offer environmental advantages, we also ensure that our timbers ‘treated in an eco-friendly manner Pricings depend on the customised design the architectural team create with you to match your ‘existinghome and preferences bt typically ‘they ange from 12.000 to £90,000 aluminium windows eae yt na nd The Conservation Range a ppliers of British grown THE HERITAGE timber products As one of Britain's largest hardwood ‘sawmills, we offer a range sustainable timber products including: + Structural oak beame + Oak, sweet chestnut & cedar cladding + Sold English hardwood flooring * Naturally durable timber decking CRE eee) INDO\ pI nd Secret ete Pee) www.thwe.co.uk Fens C€ (EZ 9 CE eer ic meon tld SUAS Lc acon Ld 41 Homebuilding & Renovating Show Preview 42 Meet the experts The Homebuilding & Renovating Show, proudly sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, returns to the Bath & West Showground 2016. asyourgoal this yeartofinaly dethat Aw sew frat ala a yo hay igh Soporte ‘updating your interiors? Maybe rea heen youve been dreaming of buildings chad oes ond secure, sustainable house from scratch? A visit the 0 Homebuilding & Renovating Show tthe Bath & West St The Hombuldrgs Rew ‘Showground this November wil give you practical help totum your plans into realty » ‘Over two days, youl be able to talk to architects, signers, egal experts, craftspeople and self-buld specialists ~ nt to mention supplies of everything ‘rom flooring and oof tiles to interior paint and storage solutions. We've go the freshest, most inspiring ideas and more than 140 exhibitors ready to guide you ‘twough the atest products and innovations. ‘Bring your plans and questions and get tailored solutions ina lS-inuta free, one-to-one session atthe Advice Centre. Meet self-buld and renovation experts such as the Esitvial Dect of Homebuilding & Renovating magazine, Michaol Holmes, and plot finding expert David Saal ae well as architects, planners and bulders Whatever the product theres nothing quite tke seeing t neal fe Only then can you get. feelfor the quality and picture tin yourhome. The Homebuilding & Renovating ‘Show brings together thousands ofthe freshestideas rom suppliers based across the county allin one space. Homebuilding 8. RENOVATING SHOW Smart secure sustainable - whatever you want your project tobe, masterclasses can help, “Theyie short sessions jam-packed with detaled advice on specifi talking points, al fem the brightest minds in the werld of home- building and renovations Join usin our seminar theatre for bite-sized session that gve practical answers to common ‘questions Leading experts, designers, architects and planners illbe covering topics ranging from interior renovations to baling your own home, Each seminars 30 minutes longandall are designed to leave you fll of ideas. ‘sa fiend of the show, -buld has S00 pais of tickets to give away. To daim your two free tickets and save £24* visit homebuilcingshow coukribail Saving based on two standard door pice tickets Offer expres when ll 500 pairs of tickets have been redaemed, or 3prn 18th November 2016, whichever i soonest. Children 1eand under go fee. 7 pomebuildingshow.cauk A lifetime home John wanted some additional living space for his growing daughter. Having completely paid off the mortgage on his two-bedroomed, single-storey home in East Sussex. john did not anticipate there being any problem with raising finance when he decided to extend his house. isastor stuck Throe separate morgage companies turned down hs request forfinance on the basis thatthet930s timber frame structure of the house son Jon wei could not be guaranteed to lactlong enough to cine sifeiee heme “We discovered that ourhawse was effectively worthiess We couirt do the extension we needed and were azo inthe position that no-one would beable to aise finance to buy the house, soit would have been ificlt to move either reflects ohn, John had never realy considered building a home forhimselt, butt become obvious that this was the best option. Three years later. the finished house ea delight, giving the farily what they wanted. Although the journey was rot alway plain sing. ae John explain: "The best thing about starting from scratch that we could think about how we wanted the whole house to work - not ust bolt-on aeitional space. now have an office athome, my wife has the itchen she has always wanted, and the rooms we have buit into the rot give my

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