Compiled in conjunction with the CPA (the Construction Products Association) the CAB State of Trade Survey is completed alongside the Spring 2024 edition of the CPA’s Construction Industry Forecast. CAB Members report that the first quarter of 2024 for aluminium used in construction saw a return to growth in sales for the period with an […]
Few homes today are still single glazed, most have double glazing installed, so why consider changing them? The Council for Aluminium (CAB) has drafted a handy homeowner guide on how to determine when windows need to be replaced. Windows are important for letting in natural light, keeping out the cold and enhancing the aesthetics of […]
The CAB board are delighted to announce that Nigel Headford will take on the role of CAB CEO in May. Already a well respected member of the CAB board, Nigel brings a wealth of experience to strengthen the CAB team at Stonehouse. Having been involved in aluminium since 1995 when Nigel entered the rainscreen cladding […]
The purpose of the Part L consultation in 2019 and 2020 was to gather feedback and opinions from stakeholders regarding the 2021 uplift to the Building Regulations for energy efficiency in domestic buildings in England. The document sought input on various aspects, including the U-values for glazed elements, seen as a first step towards the […]
With construction output expected to decrease by 2.1% in 2024, according the latest report from the Construction Products Association, how will aluminium fenestration fare in the year ahead? It is fair to say that 2024 will be a challenge for some, but for many it will be business as usual and the companies who remain […]