Our Technical Manager Richard Aylen re-visits the issue of underfloor heating Over the last fifteen years there has been a marked increase in the popularity of underfloor heating in the UK. As an efficient and cost-effective heating system, underfloor heating is very often specified for new build projects and multi-unit developments, but also increasingly in... Continue Reading →
The role of the contractor in net-zero carbon buildings by Richard Aylen, Technical Manager, Junckers Ltd Junckers products have excellent environmental credentials and the purpose of this bulletin is to highlight the accreditations that we have for our products, and to summarise the information that is available when Junckers floors are being specified. Low or net-zero... Continue Reading →
This is a story about one woman’s quest to provide a safe and happy space for the community of Skelton, East Cleveland. Having worked in the local community for a number of years, Karen Winspear, who specialises in SEN fitness and wellbeing, began exploring the idea of a purpose-built venue open to everyone who wouldn’t... Continue Reading →
How relevant is the CSR, a company's Corporate Social Responsibility report, to the flooring industry? Our Technical Manager Richard Aylen discusses the issue. Along with the growth of environmental issues customers are beginning to focus their interest upon the ethical and moral standards companies adopt; who do they buy materials from, who are their investors... Continue Reading →
With the focus firmly on working towards a net zero carbon future in the construction industry and beyond, it has never been more important to choose wisely and carefully. With pledges such as Architects Declare and the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge gaining awareness, construction companies are following suit with their own pledges - the more... Continue Reading →
No less than eight different solid wood floors from Junckers were used as part of the spectacular design for US company Slack’s new headquarters in San Francisco. Installed as both flooring and wall panelling, various timbers, colours and finishes were used to tell the interior story. A floor-by-floor tour takes you on a nature trail.... Continue Reading →
The headquarters of a global retail company in California has been redesigned by Gensler, creating a flexible, inspiring working environment. Junckers’ Nordic Oak Classic plank flooring has been fitted throughout, on floors as well as vertical surfaces. The pale oak floor not only provides a highly durable surface ideal for heavy foot traffic, it also... Continue Reading →
As this year's shortlist for the prestigious RIBA Regional Awards were announced, we were delighted to learn our solid wood floors have been installed in no less than five projects. Over the years, we've had the privilege to work with many, many fantastically talented architects and would like to take this opportunity to celebrate their... Continue Reading →
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HOW TO FIND THE PERFECT SHADE OF GREY, BROWN AND WHITE FOR YOUR FLOOR Our new PreLak Colour primers make it easy to give wooden floors a makeover. Designed for use on any light coloured timber which has been sanded and prepped, including new and reclaimed pine, oak, ash, maple and beech, the new PreLak... Continue Reading →
