Category: Modern Joinery News

Allan Brothers has introduced a Heritage Sash Window, designed for listed properties and period homes located in Conservation Areas and regions of natural beauty. As the latest addition to its Crafted Range of windows and doors, this solid-timber sash window draws on the company’s 200-year history of timber craftsmanship to reproduce the traditional joinery of… Continue reading Allan Brothers introduces Heritage sash window

Recent research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) State of the Trade report highlights that the three most common projects its members are undertaking are renovations (70%), home improvements (70%) and major works (65%). In addition, according to the latest Homebuilding & Renovating show survey, homeowners are willing to invest an average project spend of £151,000 in their properties rather than moving, and… Continue reading FMB report shows rise in major home renovations

In the latest in her series of articles for Modern Joinery News, Samarah Dawson, Business Development Manager at specialist furniture and interiors apprenticeship training provider, WEBS Training, asks: Is an apprentice right for your business? Taking on an apprentice is a fantastic thing, but after last issue’s run-down of the costs (catch up here if… Continue reading What to consider before taking on an apprentice

Modern Joinery News’ sister publication, PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society, is celebrating after being named the 2026 Design & Build Awards Leading Glazing Industry Professional Network 2026 – UK winner by BUILD Magazine. The award recognises PiGs’ continued work for the last 22 years in bringing together professionals from across the glazing and fenestration… Continue reading PiGs lands Leading Glazing Industry Professional Network award

Schlegel, a Quanex company and manufacturer of high-performance sealing systems for windows and doors, has been featured on BBC’s Look North for its continued support for UTC South Durham’s Industry Projects programme. The initiative, run by the technical college and sixth form in Newton Aycliffe, gives STEM students the opportunity to work on real challenges… Continue reading Schlegel supports future engineers at UTC South Durham

Offsite timber frame manufacturer, Donaldson Timber Systems, has been awarded the ‘Order of Distinction’ by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), demonstrating its commitment to the highest standards in accident prevention. The Order of Distinction is said to honour 17 consecutive years of Donaldson Timber Systems achieving gold RoSPA Awards, recognising excellence… Continue reading Donaldson Timber Systems earns RoSPA ‘Order of Distinction’

Building Our Skills recently welcomed seven candidates from Sheffield City Council’s NEET group onto its fenestration installation and employability skills training programme. Each candidate is supported to develop practical skills, gain a better understanding of the industry and the workplace, and Building Our Skills is now actively trying to arrange interviews for them with industry… Continue reading Building Our Skills: Top candidate in Sheffield needs a chance!

In response to the recent news that the OPSS is turning its attention to IGU manufacturers and glass unit performance, industry stalwart, Andy Jones has launched GlassCheck UK – a new product testing and compliance support service, which will help IGU manufacturers to evidence compliance with BS EN 1279. The new, low-cost, monthly testing service… Continue reading Industry stalwart Andy Jones launches GlassCheck UK

The Master of The Furniture Makers’ Company, Jessica Alexander, is set to take fundraising to new heights this September by abseiling 100 metres down Portsmouth’s iconic Spinnaker Tower to raise money for the furniture industry’s charity. On Sunday 13 September, Jessica will be joined by five equally adventurous supporters as they descend one of the… Continue reading Furniture Makers’ Master to abseil Spinnaker Tower

Last month, a team of ten colleagues from Soudal UK took part in the Wolf Run Summer Challenge at Stanford Hall estate in Leicestershire raising over £800 for the Lighthouse Charity. The Lighthouse Charity provides 24/7 holistic support to the UK and Ireland construction community on all aspects of emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. It offers a free and confidential… Continue reading Soudal UK team conquer the Wolf Run challenge