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InsulationKnauf Insulation has launched a free online embodied carbon calculator, and it is a useful moment to explain why this matters to UK contractors and what embodied carbon actually means in practice.
6 July 2026
Trade PolicyA practical guide to the Building Safety Levy for UK builders, developers, and contractors. What it is, who pays, how it is calculated, and what the NFB's objections mean for medium-sized sites.
5 July 2026
ElectricalIf you are rewiring a room in a house built before 2004, or extending a circuit from existing wiring, you will encounter two completely different sets of cable colours in the same property.
4 July 2026
UK Trade IndustryThe CITB has published its Construction Workforce Outlook 2026-2030. Here is what it says about growth, skills shortages, and what it means if you work in or employ people in the UK construction industry.
2 July 2026
Trade VehiclesIf you are running an electric van or considering the switch, the charging question comes early and the jargon around it is unnecessarily confusing.
2 July 2026
Building MaterialsWest Fraser is making the case for oriented strand board as a sustainable alternative to plasterboard. Here is what the switch means in practice for UK builders and the tools and techniques involved.
2 July 2026
Power ToolsRyobi's ONE+ platform is built around a single promise: one battery, every tool. Since 1996, every ONE+ tool has shared the same 18V battery form factor, and Ryobi has maintained that compatibility…
2 July 2026
Tools & TechniqueConfused by sandpaper grit numbers? This guide explains what P40 through P400 means in practice, which grade to use on wood, metal, and filler, and how to choose the right backing material for the job.
2 July 2026
Power ToolsMakita multi-tool blades come in wood, metal, BIM, carbide, and sanding variants. This guide explains which blade type to use for each material and task, and what the differences mean in practice.
2 July 2026
Power ToolsIf you are adding Milwaukee M18 tools to your kit for the first time, buying a battery-and-charger kit is almost always the smartest starting point.
1 July 2026
Power ToolsMilwaukee's M18 FUEL impact driver range is the benchmark against which most UK tradespeople measure cordless fastening tools.
1 July 2026
Power ToolsThere is a straightforward distinction between an impact driver and an impact wrench: one is for screws, the other is for bolts and nuts.
1 July 2026
WorkwearHow to stay safe on UK construction sites in hot weather. Carhartt's breathable, UPF-rated workwear explained in plain terms, plus practical heat safety steps every tradesperson should know.
20 June 2026
WorkwearMakita has launched a dedicated UK workwear range. A practical guide to what is in the Makita workwear collection, what trades it suits, and how it fits alongside the brand's power tool lineup.
20 June 2026
Power ToolsA practical guide to the Milwaukee M18 FUEL ecosystem for UK tradespeople. How the battery platform, charger options, M18 FUEL impact drivers, and impact wrenches work together, and what to buy first.
20 June 2026
Power ToolsDeWalt makes an 18V XR and a 54V FlexVolt reciprocating saw. This guide explains the real difference in cutting performance, who each tool is built for, and how FlexVolt batteries work.
16 June 2026
Trade VehiclesFord has updated its range of trade vehicles for 2026 including the Transit City and the all-electric Ford Explorer Van. Here is what each one is built for and who it suits.
16 June 2026
Trade VehiclesProfessional Builder has hit 1,900 miles in the long-term KGM Musso Saracen loan test, putting the Korean pick-up through residential trade deliveries. Here is what the test is finding.
16 June 2026
Power ToolsIf your Makita 18V battery is losing charge fast, getting warm, or cutting out mid-job, it may be past its best. Here are five signs to look for and how to get more life from your packs.
16 June 2026
Power ToolsMilwaukee's M18 battery and charger kit range explained for UK trades. How to choose the right pack capacity, what the charger speed means in practice, and how to build a platform without overspending.
16 June 2026
Power ToolsA practical guide to Milwaukee's M18 FUEL impact driver range for UK trades, covering sub-compact, right-angle, and heavy-duty models and what each one is for.
16 June 2026
Power ToolsMilwaukee's M18 FUEL impact wrench range covers everything from compact vehicles work to serious nut-busting on structural fixings. Here is what each model is built for.
16 June 2026
Power ToolsNot all Ryobi ONE+ batteries work with all Ryobi tools. This guide explains exactly what is interchangeable, what is not, and why the 36V MAX POWER range is a different system entirely.
16 June 2026
WorkwearCarhartt's Nick Poulson explains how to pick workwear that keeps you cool and protected on a UK building site in summer. UPF ratings, breathable fabrics, and what to actually look for.
16 June 2026
DeWaltDeWalt offers cordless reciprocating saws on both its 18V XR and 54V FLEXVOLT platforms. The difference is real but may not always justify the extra cost or weight. Here is how to decide.
15 June 2026
RyobiRyobi's ONE+ platform is built on the promise that one battery fits all tools. Here's exactly how that works in practice, what the limits are, and why 36V MAX POWER is a separate system entirely.
15 June 2026
StabilaStabila's LAX green laser range covers everything from a compact line laser for fast room layouts to a full 360-degree model for whole-floor level work. Here's how to read the range and pick the right tool for your trade.
15 June 2026
workwearWhen temperatures climb on site, the wrong workwear makes a hard job worse. Carhartt's Nick Poulson breaks down what to look for in breathable, UPF-rated trade gear to keep you cool, protected, and productive through summer.
15 June 2026