Building products manufacturer Palace Chemicals rose to the challenge presented by COVID-19 by starting to produce hand sanitiser and hard surface spray in industrial quantities.

Tile distributor Ceramique Internationale has launched an exclusive new collection of large format stone-effect tiles, harnessing the trend for natural materials. 

Since 2015, the interior fit out and refurbishment market has increased by 12%. However, from 2018 to 2019 there was a very modest growth of just 1%.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is warning against the use of KN95 facemasks as personal protective equipment (PPE).

Houzz Inc., the online platform for home renovation and design, has announced the launch of Houzz Pro, an all-in-one software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that aims to help home renovation and design professionals stand out, win more clients, increase profits and stay connected.

Following a cross-industry campaign to delay the implementation of reverse charge VAT for construction, led by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), the government has announced it will be pushed back by five months.

The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has issued expanded health and safety guidance to help steer building companies through the crisis and back to work.