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 →
St Cecilia’s Hall, which today is a part of the University of Edinburgh, has been thoughtfully redeveloped by Page Park Architects to create a more inclusive and user-friendly space. Scotland’s oldest purpose-built concert hall, Category A listed St Cecilia’s Hall dates back to 1763. The original concert room has been restored to its former glory... 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 →
How do you know if a multi-purpose or activity floor needs replacing? Our technical supremo Richard guides you through the signs. You can usually see the signs when a sports or activity floor has reached the end of its days - it may have borne all the repairs it possibly can, it could be unsafe... 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 →
Our Technical Manager Richard Aylen answers questions on how best to give your hardwood sports floor a thorough clean and how to demarcate areas to ensure social distancing. With sports centres in the process of reopening we have been asked two main questions related to social distancing and floor cleaning:- Using adhesive tape to mark... Continue Reading →
Adapting your sports hall for use as a classroom is a smart idea many schools are looking into at the moment - will your hardwood floor be up to the task? The current situation has created a need for greater flexibility and many schools will be investigating how best they can adapt existing, useable spaces... 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 →
