<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Specify and Build]]></title><description><![CDATA[Specify & Build]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/all-news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:14:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA["Groundbreaking" W20TE system accounts for almost a third of consumer sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steel window and door manufacturer Crittall Windows has announced that its groundbreaking W20 TE system now represents almost a third of all consumer orders. This marks a significant shift in homeowner demand towards higher performing steel glazing that comes with a much admired and sought-after brand name. The growth of W20 TE reflects a trend towards steel windows and doors that retain slender profiles associated with traditional Crittall designs, while meeting modern expectations for...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/groundbreaking-w20te-system-accounts-for-almost-a-third-of-consumer-sales</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7fda7fc7a52acb90ab33e</guid><category><![CDATA[Windows, Doors & Entrance Systems]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_ab7203293ded4e2bbee857015e82db0d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[E-methane: What it is - and will it become UK &#38; EU market relevant?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Goggin explains what E-methane is, how it is produced and its potential relevance inside the UK alternative gasses market. An informed synopsis of the progress that e-methane is making in becoming relevant will be used to highlight how e-methane can contribute towards carbon reduction aims.   A range of alternative energies that include renewables, hydrogen and clean electrification can potentially replace fossil fuels in UK and EU grid systems. E-Methane is a relatively new candidate...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/e-methane-what-it-is-and-will-it-become-uk-eu-market-relevant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6ad4d4424ffa457c26afd</guid><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sustainability & Renewables]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_54f7564c750848e0bf24ad47b088238c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SONAS Bathrooms strengthens UK operations with new Midlands distribution centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following three years of trading in the UK, bathroom manufacturer,  SONAS Bathrooms , has reinforced its commitment to the UK market with the opening of a distribution centre based in Redditch, West Midlands scheduled for August 2026.     The new facility will support SONAS’ growing UK customer base, which has expanded since the company entered the market in 2023, bringing its products closer than ever. This bricks-and-mortar investment represents the next phase in SONAS’ structured expansion...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/sonas-bathrooms-strengthens-uk-operations-with-new-midlands-distribution-centre</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d3ccca954483bc0387f76c</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:30:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_ab6a3e60893e420bbf58e63de9b1d6e8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_745,h_497,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sternfenster expands smart product offering with Sense by MACO addition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sternfenster has strengthened its position as a forward‑thinking UK fabricator by integrating Sense by MACO, the smart window and door sensor technology, across its product portfolio. The move reinforces a 16‑year partnership between the two companies and positions installers to meet growing homeowner demand for smart home capability. For Sternfenster, the decision reflects a strategic commitment to innovation and a continuation of its mission to deliver high‑quality, future‑proofed products....]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/sternfenster-expands-smart-product-offering-with-sense-by-maco-addition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d3cb6e11b9dfb4baa51876</guid><category><![CDATA[Windows, Doors & Entrance Systems]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_2595916076764f23b3896f0aaa565f15~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[P &#38; M strengthens Northern presence with HBCL acquisition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The P &#38; M Group has announced the acquisition of Bradford-based HBCL Coldstores, marking a significant strengthening of the company’s presence in the North of England. Left to right – Adrian Smith, managing director of ISD Solutions; Andy Moon, chairman of The P &#38; M Group; Tony Wall, managing director of The P &#38; M Group; managing director of HBCL Craig Lovett and his wife and company director Caroline. The acquisition of HBCL is part of continued and rapid growth at the cold chain solutions...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/p-m-strengthens-northern-presence-with-hbcl-acquisition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d3c8ac84368b48410581ae</guid><category><![CDATA[Insulation & Acoustics]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:45:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_b8b0f9a881a44240ba56cbb02fef1225~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assa Abloy and Lorient showcase their complete fire door systems at the Fire Safety Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASSA ABLOY and Lorient are delighted to return to the UK’s fastest-growing fire safety exhibition,The Fire Safety Event, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, from 28–30 April 2026. Located at stand 4/G50, these industry leaders will present a comprehensive range of complete fire door systems. Spanning an impressive 84 sqm, the stand will demonstrate the critical role that door hardware and intumescent sealing systems play in passive fire protection, showcasing how correctly specified and...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/assa-abloy-and-lorient-showcase-their-complete-fire-door-systems-at-the-fire-safety-event</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cad0c5595b1ffbde1ed5e9</guid><category><![CDATA[Security & Fire Protection]]></category><category><![CDATA[Windows, Doors & Entrance Systems]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_1619fc3a4d9b46c897fece9f04826c3a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Future role of gas? The Rinnai survey says...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rinnai marketeer, Beckie Lam, presents the results of a representational survey of HVAC industry consultants &#38; contractors on the subject of “The Future Role of Gas in UK Heating and Hot Water.” From this survey are findings on current confidence - or lack off – on the role of Natural Gas regarding future technologies and practises.   For free policy, opinion pieces, and more sign up for the free Rinnai newsletter today - https://www.rinnai-uk.co.uk/contact-us/newsletter-sign   Rinnai has...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/future-role-of-gas-the-rinnai-survey-says</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cad7f020141e70489d3c30</guid><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Case Study]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_36b9fe8e0f6f4a2983ddd2d9fc091247~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_841,h_595,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[SONAS Bathrooms debuts two new collections at KBB Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[SONAS Bathrooms , Ireland’s leading bathroom manufacturer, debuted two new collections – The Living Collection  and The Reed Collection  – for the first time in the UK, as the company returned to KBB  Birmingham for a second year. SONAS’ return to the show marked another step of the brand’s expansion in the UK, showcasing new ranges that are designed to support retailers with coordinated, display-ready bathroom solutions that combine strong design with practical considerations for...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/sonas-bathrooms-debuts-two-new-collections-at-kbb-birmingham</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c986884b5dfe0bfdb2e0ae</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:01:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_ddd2efd32746442eb6ca76e2735ae410~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_745,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lunch and learn with Et Lorem and Hendel &#38; Hendel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Award -winning   kitchen design studio, Et Lorem , partners with British designers and curators of bespoke hardware, Hendel &#38; Hendel , to host a co-branded ‘Lunch and Learn’ at Hendel &#38; Hendel’s new London Experience Studio on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 12–2pm.   Providing the perfect setting to cultivate innovation and explore new avenues of creativity, both brands have come together and invited the design elite to explore the latest collections by Hendel &#38; Hendel, and how they can introduce...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/lunch-and-learn-with-et-lorem-and-hendel-hendel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c97eb2f8d5a811544e94a4</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_c4211ccabfde4201993e765b1a17a72c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The impact of current geopolitics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rinnai Director, Chris Goggin, examines the impact of current geopolitics to the UK customer. Since the current Middle Eastern conflict began, costs have risen and are expected to rise and UK domestic energy security is again a debated topic of public interest.      Conflict in the oilfields of the Middle East will have a greater impact than desired with this being the second time in four years that fossil fuels have been weaponised due to military actions. And once again, customers worldwide...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/the-impact-of-current-geopolitics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c44915e15007f12d6c2384</guid><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:10:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_4d24db7182034c52b7b727fc8c0c912a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The next chapter in building façades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Spencer, Specification Manager at Benx Façades, explores the factors behind the growing use of colourful cladding in the modern built environment. With colour being such a powerful tool in the world of building design, why should it be reserved solely for interior schemes? Used correctly, it can be invaluable for building exteriors, helping to create a clear sense of place and identity.  As well as being nice to look at, colour has been proven to have a very real impact on our moods and...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/the-next-chapter-in-building-facades</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1ab65adda444fefaf3fa7</guid><category><![CDATA[Roofing & Cladding]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_ecb411d9da06402cabdb15d25034cf7d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The future of solar power in healthcare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fiona Keysell, Director of Consultancy, and Jim Howlett, Business Development Manager – Public Sector at RenEnergy UK, explore the importance of solar PV to creating a net-zero healthcare sector. NHS England spends £1.4 billion on energy, making it the single biggest user of energy in the public sector. With this demand only set to rise, the value of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems has become a strategic consideration for NHS estates as decarbonisation pressures fundamentally change how...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/the-future-of-solar-power-in-healthcare</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1a8b08fe05188d48aa5bd</guid><category><![CDATA[Hospitals & Health Care]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sustainability & Renewables]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:30:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_97623c564b4f445b8f5875f65090fe39~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airtight homes of the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neil Turner, Technical Manager at Ecological Building Systems, advises on designing airtight buildings while protecting against moisture damage. Creating an airtight home is a fundamental part of modern building design, supporting energy efficiency and building performance, from meeting regulatory requirements through to high-performance standards such as Passive House. An airtight home eliminates leaks in the building envelope that should not exist. This is crucial for maintaining indoor...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/airtight-homes-of-the-future</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1a733adda444fefaf35c8</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainability & Renewables]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_b6c5acd7225a4a949c798d7be3af2732~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["Tradie" TikTok could play growing role in Gen Z career ambitions, says homebuilder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tradie influencers could play an increasingly important role in inspiring the next generation of construction workers, according to new research from  Barratt Redrow . More than half (58%) of Gen Z are now watching trade, DIY and building content on social media, highlighting the growing visibility of skilled careers online. To better understand this trend, Barratt Redrow surveyed 2,000 young people aged 13–28 about their attitudes toward apprenticeships, university and careers in the skilled...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/tradie-tiktok-could-play-growing-role-in-gen-z-career-ambitions-says-homebuilder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b9beaefde2f1f6ed29042f</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms]]></category><category><![CDATA[Roofing & Cladding]]></category><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:27:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_304cb59d3bb24f9e84c0c9142f151ea8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rinnai Hybrid Technology underpins Mere Hotel Resort M&#38;E refit]]></title><description><![CDATA[A comprehensive refurb of the Mere Golf Resort &#38; Spa included a completed M &#38; E upgrade, delivered by AB Engineering, has given the site a high performance and cutting-edge building services across the hotel, spa and conference facilities. The multifaceted site has buildings dating back to 1924, meaning that a flexible design and technology approach was needed to deliver high volumes of DHW with limited onsite plant space – hence the Rinnai Hybrid system that combines high efficiency water...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/rinnai-hybrid-technology-underpins-mere-hotel-resort-m-e-refit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b87b60faed8c5e63c8d7a2</guid><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_43b205a6ab0442b3b48f8aa8b16143b0~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotpunkt wins Best Kitchen Stand over 30m2 at Kbb 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rotpunkt , leading manufacturer of climate friendly  German fitted furniture continues to make a difference to UK retailers having won ‘Best Kitchen Stand over 30m2’ at Kbb Birmingham, following the debut of its brand-new 2026 Collection that serves every room in the home.   Introducing a cross-programme of new furniture concepts, materials, and décors, Rotpunkt  showcased two hero kitchen displays that celebrated the key characteristics of Scandinavian design, alongside a fully fitted home...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/rotpunkt-wins-best-kitchen-stand-over-30m2-at-kbb-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b3339819a7028f2bc28deb</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:30:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_2538b9a6b8324b34a52006a2fa60c819~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pyroguard protects French Goodlife project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pyroguard, the world’s leading independent provider of fire safety glass, has been specified as part of the transformation of the former corporate office headquarters of telecommunications company Canal+ into an ambitious mixed-use development in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France.   Originally constructed in 2002, the 28,000 m² l’Eiffel building comprises eight superstructure levels and five basement levels. Its reinvention required far more than a conventional refurbishment; it demanded a complete...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/pyroguard-protects-french-goodlife-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add5d507e75fffe177025b</guid><category><![CDATA[Glass & Glazing]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:12:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_f5b935b0c3324a83b8454e7f439f3ca6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ideal Commercial Heating launches new CPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ideal Commercial Heating – the UK’s market leader in high-efficiency commercial heating solutions – has expanded its CIBSE-approved training portfolio with the launch of a new CPD: ‘Commercial heat pump system design &#38; specification’.   This latest CPD provides engineers with a comprehensive guide to selecting, designing and specifying commercial heat pump and hybrid heating systems, helping them navigate the accelerating shift towards low-carbon heat in commercial buildings.   Focusing on...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/ideal-commercial-heating-launches-new-cpd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add50707e75fffe17700f3</guid><category><![CDATA[Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:30:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_5ca9ba6749004412ad50df7b44f1eef1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proctor Group supports construction academy training apprentice roofers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A collaboration between Proctor Group and one of the north-east’s leading independent training providers is helping to share knowledge about up-to-date roofing products and practices. Optimum Skills Ltd, based in Gateshead, operates three construction academies training young people in slating, tiling and flat roofing (as well as bricklaying, joinery and groundworks). They work with all major roofing contractors in the north-east, helping apprentices through pre-apprenticeship and...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/proctor-group-supports-construction-academy-training-apprentice-roofers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add4731abc475c81653358</guid><category><![CDATA[Roofing & Cladding]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_9ad4dfac0f674b9d8a4939c576f36028~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Makita's new framing nailers are driven to perform]]></title><description><![CDATA[Makita has expanded its professional cordless range with the introduction of the brushless and high performance BN001GZ and BN002GZ Framing Nailers. Built on Makita’s advanced XGT ®  40VMax platform, the models combine power, precision and reliability to deliver quality results no matter what the task is at hand.   The new framing nailers deliver powerful performance combined with the freedom and efficiency required on construction sites. Both offer a true pneumatic feel due to the increased...]]></description><link>https://www.specifyandbuild.co.uk/post/makita-s-new-framing-nailers-are-driven-to-perform</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add994d66894c6d6f9640b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:19:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/beed08_f219c7f0c86547b997e9b07d13529254~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Specify &amp; Build</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>