Windows and doors are essential components of any construction project but they also represent vulnerable points in the building’s external envelope.  Creating an opening in the outer skin of a building requires careful engineering to ensure structural and thermal stability is maintained, which is where lintels come into play. Here, Nick Lander, Sales and Marketing Director at Keystone Group, takes a closer look at the use of lintels in construction.A lintel is essentially a structural support that spans an opening in a wall.  The use of lintels in architecture dates back many centuries – from the highly decorative masonry creations used in ancient Greece, to the timber lintels seen in Tudor times.

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Further increasing the design opportunities for specifiers and self builders, Keylite Roof Windows has launched a Flat Roof Apex (FRX) system to complement its innovative range of roof window solutions.

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Keystone Lintels has announced the expansion of its range of sun room lintel solutions, giving architects, specifiers, builders and self builders a new selection of creative design opportunities. With sun rooms offering an attractive alternative to the traditional conservatory, the expanded range of Keystone lintels now offers extra possibilities when it comes to adding more space, light and value to domestic properties.

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The benefits of natural light are well documented so it’s little surprise that many clients are seeking unusual and creative ways of incorporating daylight into their projects.  Roof windows are an effective means of illuminating awkward or restricted spaces, as well as being an attractive design feature in their own right – so it’s important for roofing contractors to stay on top of the latest trends.

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Further extending its innovative range of roof windows and accessories, Keylite Roof Windows, part of the Keystone Group, has launched an integral blind option – where the blind is permanently sealed within the double glazing unit, resulting in a totally dust free environment. This delivers a number of advantages that make it ideal for commercial, public sector and residential settings.  Requiring no cleaning it is perfect for sterile environments such as hospitals or doctor’s surgeries, while the protection afforded by the glass results in a much longer lifespan, meaning it can be installed in busy environments such as schools or offices without fear of damage.  For domestic installations, it offers a non-allergenic, maintenance free solution, making it an extremely popular choice.

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Heavyside Supplier of the Year Group Sales Manager Nick Howard and Key Accounts Manager Matthew Palmer accepting the Award from Angela Rushforth (Managing Director) at Ridgeons Builders Merchants Salesman of the Year Key Accounts Manager Matthew Palmer

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Terry Smith (Editor) of Professional Builder magazine visits the Keylite Roof Windows UK Headquarters in Swadlincote to present Andy Neal (Operations Manager) Keylite Roof Windows with the Charles Godfrey award for Product of the Year 2011. Keylite Roof Windows has received this top accolade despite being up against strong competition from other building manufacturers and suppliers.

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Keylite have introduced a NEW Blinds Range with exciting NEW colours and fabric options. Keylite NEW Blinds Range offers: - Genuine Keylite Branded product - Aluminium side rails for total 100% blackout - Keylite 3 year Guarantee as standard - Roller cover preventing fading of coloured fabrics - Thermal benefits with verfied heat loss savings.
To view our full Blinds Range please visit www.keyliteblinds.com

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The Charles Godfrey Award is named in honour of professional builder's legendary former products tester and this year Keylite will collect the Accolade

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With continued increase in demand for the new “Flick Fit” Keylite Roof Window we are pleased to announce four new additions to our Technical Sales team. This team will help promote the key features of

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