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September Trade Village News

Our Trade Village is home to over 200 permanent exhibitors, chosen for their respected and relevant offering and their knowledge and understanding of the self build and renovation community. 

Read on for this month's news and highlights from the Trade Village...

Click here to view the full list of NSBRC exhibitors


Are you considering Self Build?
Join the Self Build seminar with Allan Corfield Architects

Saturday 29th October (8:30am - 4:30pm)

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This seminar, hosted by Allan Corfield Architects, and delivered in collaboration with top industry leaders – prepares you for your self build journey.
The one-day seminar will take place on Saturday 29th October in the Build it Theatre at the NSBRC. The day includes expert advice on key topics from start to finish of your project and there will also be opportunities for individual consultations and networking throughout the day.


Key Topics:

  • Project feasibility
  • Your project team and the design process
  • Project delivery options
  • Future home standards and construction systems
  • Renewable systems integration
  • Virtual reality demonstration

Please click here for further information & booking.


Airflow: 5 Benefits of Installing an MVHR System

The past 3 years have been a whirlwind - and without a doubt, it’s been tough adjusting to the new norm. As a result of the recent pandemic there was a lot to consider, with air quality being one of them.

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In parallel, the Government recently announced new building regulations to support the UK’s net zero target and build a cleaner environment. Therefore ventilation regulations have also changed and many developers will be adopting Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) to meet these requirements, commercially and residentially.

Please click here to read Airfow's blog on the topic.


New demo room & studio opening at Abletrics!

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On Saturday 8th October at 1pm we officially open our brand new luxury home cinema demo room and design studio. We cut the ribbon at 1pm!
We have a 'Back to the Future' Delorean here and we are running a fun selfie competition for guests. On top of that, there will be drinks and we will be playing some cool family films. The lighting showroom will be open as usual and we have been updating this with the latest lights and innovative designs.

We would welcome any NSBRC visitors to come and meet us at the showroom! 33 Zetland Road, Bristol, BS6 7AH.

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See further information here.


Bee Solar Technology: Heliomotion ground mounted solar tracking system

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  • Is your home future proof?
  • Are you concerned about massively increased energy prices?
  • Are you worried about your home's carbon emissions?

You could install a Heliomotion ground mounted solar tracking system yourself in less than a couple of days, and if you move, you can take it with you! 

Benefits include: Complete solar energy solution, straightforward installation, produce your own electricity & premium quality.

Learn more by clicking here.


Centor's Retractable Made-to Measure Screens and Shades

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Centor’s S4 Screen Combo enables homeowners with large door openings to enjoy the luxury of inside-outside living without the traditional compromises – insects, glare and loss of privacy. 
Operating with just a fingertip, Centor’s unique load balancing technology allows screens and blinds to glide smoothly across the whole door opening to effortlessly stop at any desired position. When not in use, the screen or blind retracts discreetly into the frame removing visual distractions to the view outside whilst also protecting it from damage, dust or dirt.

  • Designed for large doors up to 3.2m high and 9m wide
  • Pairs with new or existing doors or windows
  • Multiple choices for blind fabric and custom frame colours

Find out more here.


Chimella: an Open Chimney is like an Open Window

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With energy prices sky rocketing to the highest levels ever, we are all being forced to look into how we can make our homes more energy efficient.

With difficult times ahead, keeping your home warm and lowering your bills does not need to be a big financial and planning decision. Just close off your chimney draughts with a Chimney Umbrella in a few seconds and you will feel the differences immediately.

Click here to read Chimella's editorial piece exploring how we can resolve this issue in our homes.


Scandinavian Trading: The importance of indoor air quality.

Many products give off harmful emissions which can pollute the air in your home, including building materials, cleaning products and even toys.

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Poor indoor air quality has been shown to negatively impact our health, comfort and wellbeing. We have products that are designed with indoor air quality in mind. Our pre-painted pure wood-fibre wall and ceiling panels do not contain any added chemicals and therefore do not release any harmful gases. Our electric smart heaters are designed to prevent burning of dust. These products provide you with a beautiful interior finish, whilst maintaining high indoor air quality throughout the seasons.
We are proud to be exhibiting these products at the NSBRC. For more information, please go to www.scandinaviantrading.co.uk or email info@scandinaviantrading.co.uk

More information can also be found here.


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May Trade Village Newsletter 2024

Our Trade Village is home to over 200 permanent exhibitors, chosen for their respected, relevant offerings and their knowledge of the self build and renovation community.

Many will be attending our highly anticipated Festival of Sustainable Homes in just under a week. This brand new event serves as a platform for sharing innovative ideas and sustainable solutions for all homebuilding projects. It's an exciting opportunity for attendees to gather insights, discover new trends, and share plans with industry professionals.

Read on for this month's news and highlights from the Trade Village...

VIEW THE FULL LIST OF EXHIBITORS AT THE NSBRC

Brand new course for 2024! The NSBRC Guide to Planning Permission

If you want to learn how to successfully obtain planning permission for your self build project, our new Planning Permission course is here to help.

An important (and often stressful) part of any self build project is gaining planning permission. Without a formal consent, your project will be something of a non-starter. In our brand-new course, we take a deep-dive into the planning system, explain how you can best prepare a successful application, be aware of common mistakes and avoid costly pit-falls. The session will be full of real-life studies and examples curated over many years in Practice.

Fix Radio: Building Ideas - with Mark Millar

On Sunday 28 April 2024, Harvey Fremlin joined Mark Millar to give an overview on how to acquire land. You can find the full interview here.

The National Self Build & Renovation Show - Friday 11th & Saturday 12th October


Create your perfect home at The National Self Build & Renovation Show! Join us for two days of an unrivalled line up of exhibitors and experts on hand to share their advice, this is an unmissable event for anyone thinking of self building or renovating their home.

The National Self Build & Renovation Show