Following an unprecedented number of launches in 2009, GROHE is once again leading the way with more new, innovative and exciting products all of which will be unveiled at KBB 2010. From the stand design to the new range launches, every aspect of GROHE’s appearance at KBB will be choreographed to demonstrate and underline the company’s position at the forefront of its market.  A visit to stand no: B28, Hall 20 is a must – you will not be disappointed. More

Inbuilt has been awarded the highly-prized status of Certifying Body for Passivhaus buildings. Paul Smyth, Passivhaus Manager at Inbuilt, says: "Grounded in good building physics, Passivhaus is the common-sense approach to delivering low energy, healthy and comfortable buildings. It integrates with the Code for Sustainable Homes and achieves excellent results for our housing association and housebuilding clients.  Our certification work will help to spread the Passivhaus Institut's vital work in the UK." More

Flowcrete will be joining forces with specialist contractor KAN to launch the unique Floorzone concept, along with Isowarm underfloor heating, at the SelfBuild exhibition in Belfast.  Floorzone incorporates the screed, soundproofing, heating and floor finish - all designed and supplied by Flowcrete and installed by Flowcrete approved contractor’s such as KAN.  It includes all Flowcrete products – namely Isocrete screeds, combined with Isocrete Acoustic K and Isowarm underfloor heating, as well as Flowcrete’s range of seamless floor finishes. More

John Cullen will design a lighting scheme for a single room in your house for just £150 (plus VAT).  All you need to do is make an appointment and then bring plans and any images you have of the room to their new showroom at 561-563 King’s Road, London.  One of John Cullen’s designers will then listen to what you want to achieve before offering advice and preparing full plans and a specification for you. More

This year’s National Self Build & Renovation Show will offer an opportunity for homeowners looking to escape the turmoil in the housing market to get the advice, information and inspiration they need to build, renovate or improve their own home.  The Show offers a packed programme with five separate theatres full of seminars and presentations, live demonstrations and a variety of experts on hand for one-to-one consultations, including architects, project managers, eco specialists, CAD Designers and surveyors. More

At a recent prestigious event at the Danish Embassy, noted chimney accessory and flue specialists Specflue announced the very welcome and logical step of moving in to the appliance world, and as you would expect from them it represents a very attractive and welcoming range in the form of the Danish TermaTech brand of wood burning stoves. This elegant and contemporary concept features a simple classic shape and easy to operate. More

Hanson Formpave announces its new and complete product brochure in time for this year’s Ecobuild.  Talking of the new full range product portfolio, Steve Spikes, development director for Hanson Formpave said: “Our complete 2010 guide provides specifiers, project managers and engineers with clear and concise detailing for all Hanson Formpave’s paving solutions.  The brochure includes our patented SUDS and permeable paving system, Aquaflow™, as well as our geothermal energy systems.”  For more information visit stand number 1355. More

As the nostalgia boom continues unabated, there is nothing as cool or fashionable as retro. The retro look has been brightening up our kitchens for some time, and now Gorenje has expanded its classic collection of refrigeration appliances with an even greater choice of exciting models and vibrant colours. The stunning models now extend to three specific ranges, Chic, Vintage and Funky, and create the perfect mix of old-time style with the very latest cooling technology. More

VEKA has relaunched its composite door range in response to being awarded the coveted Secured by Design accreditation.  The high-spec range now has new supporting literature, new branding as The VEKA Composite Door System and a specific range created for the social housing market with accompanying specification literature.  The Secured by Design accreditation secures VEKA’s position among a select few composite door manufacturers, giving installers and fabricators a real sales edge. More

Lomond Timber Frame has struck an alliance with Energyflo Construction Technologies to develop the ‘Dynamic Breathing Building’ which could significantly save energy, cut carbon emissions, improve air quality, and result in long-term cost savings for homeowners.  The Dynamic Breathing Building system is air-permeable providing fantastic benefits. In winter it can warm ventilation air using heat from the home which would otherwise be lost, and in summer months the versatile system allows cool air to circulate. More

Kährs has launched its first exclusive collection of wood floors from the new Supreme Range.  Featuring a stunning traditional plank design, the new 20mm Oak Grande Collection is offered in dimensions previously not available in a modern multi-layered format.  It includes a variety of styles and colour variations, for the most ambitious interior designs; all options are crafted from the finest sustainable Oak, using modern eco-friendly methods, whilst also providing Kährs high performance. More

H+H showcases cost-saving solutions already proven to meet the zero-carbon level 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes at Ecobuild on stand 2160. The Thin Joint bonding system, using the manufacturer’s new Vertical Elements, was used to meet level 6 of the Code on a 3.65-acre housing project by Miller Homes in Basingstoke seen in the photo. The H+H’s Rå Build modern method of construction can help to reduce the air leakage of the structure. More