Building Materials

Construction materials are used to produce every building across the world, with concrete, mortar, bricks, glass, and more used to produce everything from houses to skyscrapers to industrial buildings. In this overview from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll explore the key construction materials used within the UK, explaining some of the benefits and drawbacks of each. […]

Window lintels are a vital structural element found in all buildings, helping to maintain the integrity of a wall by supporting the weight above a window. In this article, we will explore the essentials of window lintels, covering why they’re essential, the types available, and what they cost. What is a Window Lintel? When windows […]

Lintel beams offer support over the windows and doors within a building, ensuring strength and stability. When looking for lintels to use within a building project, you’ll have to decide between steel and concrete. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll explore the pros and cons of steel and concrete lintel beams, alongside the reason […]

Within all building projects, if the windows and doors are not reinforced the wall they are installed in will be fundamentally compromised. To ensure the consistent strength of a wall, lintels will be installed over every door and window to support the weight of the bricks above. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll […]

Rendering a house can be a great way to spruce up its appearance, while also offering resistance to water penetration and allowing a house to be externally insulated. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll explore how render is produced, the benefits of rendering a house, and the types of render used within the […]

Whether you are looking to give a property a beautiful, distinctive look, or to reduce the risks of moisture damage, render provides a simple solution. Normally based around cement and sand, render is tailored for external walls, giving a smooth coating that can be dyed or painted in a range of colours. In this guide […]

Lintels are a building essential, enabling windows and doors to be installed within a wall without compromising its strength. Producing quality steel lintels for over 50 years, IG Lintels today offers a wide range of products for solid walls, cavity walls, and eaves. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, a supplier of IG Lintels, we’ll […]

Concrete is integral to construction across the world, as it is both durable and sustainable. But in many cases, it is not strong enough on its own, especially in bigger commercial properties or structures that bear immense loads and harsh weather. In these cases, concrete reinforcement is necessary for construction to remain safe and meet […]

A lintel is a vital structural element that provides load-bearing support to doors and windows. They can be made from a variety of materials, each suited to different weights and conditions, including steel, timber, stone, brick, and concrete. When a window or door is installed, openings must be made in the chosen walls. These openings, […]