Best Practice Guides

We have a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share with you, garnered from 65+ years of innovation and experience in the building industry.

[eBook] Architectural Louvre Specification Guide

Learn why free area isn't an effective specification method, and how specifying louvres correctly should take into account all a building's requirements.

Specifying Expansion Joint Covers

Learn the basics to Expansion Joint Cover Specification including how to correctly install expansion joint covers for your project and much more.

Specifying Wall Protection

This guide looks at the legislation and guidance relating to the specification of wall protection in building interiors. We break down the relevant Building Regulations, Health Building Notes, and British Standards into manageable chunks that will help you with your Wall Protection specification.

Designing an Entrance for your Building

Learn the basics of entrance design architecture, including how to create an effective entrance for your building.

Maintaining Interior Fire Doors

A free, easy-to-digest guide on how to maintain fire doors, including details on fire door legislation & inspection – gleaned from trusted O&M manuals and experienced facilities managers.

Specifying Explosion Venting

Discover why areas with potentially explosive atmospheres, materials, or processes need a testable, resettable and factory calibrated pressure-venting system.