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 →
Net-zero carbon, the environment and Junckers floors
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 →
Senses Wellbeing Centre
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 →
Taking responsibility for your actions
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 →
Towards a net zero carbon future – every part counts!
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 →
Award-winning office interior gets the Junckers treatment
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 →
Dynamic workspace for retail giant
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 →
RIBA Regional Awards 2020 shortlists revealed
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 →
We’re launching JUNCKERS REWARDS | Earn as you spend
Earn points every time you buy and use your favourite Junckers oil or lacquer. Sign up today at www.junckers.co.uk/reward and you’ll get 100 points free. Set up your account to earn points when you buy Junckers woodcare products through your local distributor. There are 1000s of fantastic rewards, including experience days, iPads and iPhones, Cartwright & Butler... Continue Reading →
A BIG IMPROVEMENT
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 →