Design Buy Build Issue 32 2018 | Page 47

Ceilings Walls & Partitions / Coatings, Sealants & Paints EXPANSION INTO ADVANCED COMPOSITES BRINGS THIRD QUEEN’S AWARD FOR ANCON Structural fixings manufacturer, Ancon, has won a 2018 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category, for the successful introduction and on-going development of its advanced composite, low thermal conductivity, Teplo wall tie range. This is the third time that Ancon has been honoured in this prestigious award scheme that rewards outstanding achievements by UK businesses; it follows Queen’s Awards for International Trade in 2015 and Innovation in 2012. Teplo wall ties are manufactured from continuous basalt fibres set in a resin matrix; a fibre-reinforced polymer that is 70 times more thermally efficient than steel. When used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall, this material virtually eliminates cold bridging across the insulated cavity. www.ancon.co.uk Mapei Launch Dursilite Gloss – A Semi-Gloss Enamel Paint Mapei introduce Dursilite Gloss to the popular range of Dursilite water based paints for interiors. Dursilite Gloss allows you to create a high-end finish, is durable and resistant to yellowing and thanks to its polyurethane resin content, is highly resistant to staining and can cope with the most rigorous cleaning regimes and comes with a Class 1 wet scrub resistance, that conforms to EN ISO 11998. Dursilite Gloss bonds perfectly to all types of wall, plaster, skim coats and old paintwork that are sound and well-bonded; it also has good hiding power and is easy to apply. An elegant, high quality finish is achieved when using Dursilite Gloss in residential or commercial environments. Email [email protected] or tel. +44 (0)121 508 6970 for more information on how Mapei products can be used in your project or visit www.mapei.co.uk to view the full product range. Mapei Launch Mapetherm Flex RP – A Flexibile, Ready Mixed Skimming Base Coat Mapetherm Flex RP is a ready-mixed, cement-free flexible skimming base coat that is extremely elastic and due to added Bioblock technology, is resistant to the biological attack of mould and algae. Developed by Mapei’s worldwide Research & Development laboratories, Mapetherm Flex RP is excellent for repairing deteriorated insulating systems and/ or micro-cracked render to form reinforced skim coats on insulating panels and thermal insulation systems. Thermal insulation systems offer protection from bad weather and help to contain energy losses which can be costly and increase the levels of CO2 emissions. Email [email protected] or tel.+44 (0)121 508 6970 for more information on how Mapei products can be used in your project or visit www.mapei.co.uk to view the full product range. 47 Internal refurb for listed cottage Refurbishing a 16th Century listed cottage in Hursley involved integrating original beams into the interior design and renewing lime plaster. Earthborn paints and finishes were chosen because their breathability suits lime plaster and timber. Claypaint was used on all walls and ceilings; some being first treated with Earthborn Isolating Primer. High performance Claypaint gives a distinctive, ultra matt finish. Painted timberwork was given a silk sheen with Earthborn’s flexible, hardwearing Eggshell. The kitchen’s wooden furniture features Eco Chic Claypaint with a clear protective coating of breathable Earthborn Furniture Wax. Ecolabel approved, Earthborn Claypaint and Eggshell contain no oils or acrylics, making them virtually VOC free. www.earthbornpaints.co.uk