For this experiment, I reused the acrylic cubicle system that I had built for the previous round of testing (Pro, 2005). Its outside dimensions are 49" long by 16" wide by 19" high, and it is split into 12 equal compartments, although for this …

Plumbing and drainage company Wavin has officially launched the 2019 edition of it’s ‘Take Off with Osma’ – competition offering exclusive prizes for both installers and merchants, designed to promote its drainage brand Osma. This year, merchants can be in with a chance of winning £250 worth of Amazon vouchers every week from 7th May […]

A bathroom mirror isn’t just a mirror anymore now it’s loaded with so much style, choice and technology.  An illuminated mirror has therefore become a real must have for any new bathroom.  Despite being an essential element for shaving and putting on make-up, the illumination now provides perfect lighting for the room whilst making a […]

Polypipe Building Products is giving away 40 prizes to tradespeople and merchants as part of its 40th-anniversary celebrations. Polypipe, the UK’s leading manufacturer of above and below ground drainage and plastic plumbing systems, has 40 Virgin Experience Day vouchers to give away to customers who follow them on social media. These vouchers can be exchanged for everything from […]

Following a scrupulous judging panel and public vote, the ‘Apprentice of the Month’ awards has announced its first monthly winner. Lauren Winter, an apprentice at Coventry College studying Level 2 Plumbing and Heating, was announced as the ‘Apprentice of the Month’ winner for July via the awards social media channels. Lauren received top feedback from judges […]

Builders merchants trade association, the Builders Merchants Federation has announced that Nicky Moffat CBE, who was Britain’s highest ranking female Army officer, will speak at its All Industry Conference in November. Moffat’s expertise and insights as a leader are drawn from roles as a recruitment training commander, training regiment commander and director of her branch […]

Dead legs (branches that are capped off or rarely used) contain stagnant water that can be an ideal breeding ground for bacteria which can contaminate the entire system. This should not be surprising as the water in the dead leg … The best scenario seems to be to install anti-scald mixing valves at each human […]