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Tired of your current decor, want to create a feature wall with a difference? Look no further Sulcado 3D Wall Panels are the answer, available in 8 colours and 2 slat sizes Sulcado 3D Wall Panels are the ideal way to create texture and design to your room. This revolutionary wall panelling creates a stunning three-dimensional effect, making it perfect for modern and contemporary spaces alike. Easy to Install, durable and affordable making them a great choice for any home renovation project. Our 3D wall panels and trims from our innovative tongue-and-groove design fit together perfectly. Installing our products requires considerably less time and tools than using tiles, which require…

Rainfall is expected to increase across the UK over the next few years making sure you have the right rainwater system is vital. Firstly, you should check your guttering for broken parts before winter. Because if your guttering is not working as intended it can lead to substantial water damage to your home or structure. You may think that all guttering is the same and its just an aesthetic choice, but there are several considerations you should take when selecting your guttering. Beware of the amount of rainfall your project is likely to receive on average each year, different areas of the UK are prone to more rainfall. Areas on…

It was sad to say goodbye to one of the best bosses. Mick Corcoran was and still is well known in our business sector, respected by all, and always spoken of with admiration. He has been my boss for 22 years and has taught me well, but at 76 he definitely deserves his retirement! I have now taken over the reins as managing director and hope that I can do just as good a job in steering Meridian forward for the future. We have a great team of people here all dedicated to giving our customers the best experience so we look forward to updating Mick with our success stories. Mick…

DURASID® is the perfect aesthetic cladding for side faces, gables, bay windows, dormers, garden sheds, pool houses and other constructions. DURASID® offers a wide range of applications for both new-build and renovation projects. In addition to their ever-growing range of sidings they have now added FORESTA. Durasid® Foresta is digitally printed cladding with a wood look. but with the ease of maintenance and durability of PVC. Via a unique process of digital printing, the rigid foam façade panels are provided with a realistic wood design that can hardly be distinguished from natural wood. Siding with V-groove 250 mm: This model can be placed both horizontally and vertically.  

With the trend for anthracite grey windows and bi-folding doors, Kestrel is now offering installers a smooth solution in trims. The manufacturer of fascias, soffits and cladding is launching a Smooth Anthracite Grey range of window trims offering a strong and long-lasting trims that works with aluminium as well as PVC-UE. These new trims are smooth rather than grained but they have gone for a foiled finish to ensure greater colour longevity. As with other Kestrel foiled products, the new Smooth Anthracite Grey window trim range comes with a 10-year manufacturer’s guarantee. They have also launched a new range of smooth foiled architrave in Claystone, Pebble Grey and Sage. For…

Our Fascias and Soffits are made from uPVC which is 100% recyclable due to its advanced mechanical recycling properties. Meridian Building Plastics Ltd has specialised in Plastic Roofing and Glazing Products for over 20 years. We understand that consumers are becoming more environmentally aware when choosing sustainable products for their home repairs and maintenance. Here at Meridian we work closely with our manufacturer’s to make sure we only supply sustainable materials. Generally, uPVC or Timber are the two materials used for modern domestic roofline and cladding applications and timber may seem at first the more natural and renewable choice. However, when comparing each products resistance to the elements the requirement…

When installing a Polycarbonate conservatory or lean-to roof are you considering the U-Value? U-Values measure the transfer of heat through a structure. The higher a products thermal resistance value the better the insulative performance and the lower the U-Value. There are many brands of Multiwall Polycarbonate in the market, but what one gives you the best protection?  Check out the U-Value of your Polycarbonate before purchasing inferior quality sheeting. The thicker the sheet the lower the u-value and better thermal resistance. A lean-to roof should ideally be a minimum of 25mm thick. As well as considering the u-value, light transmission is also a major factor to consider. Clear Polycarbonate Multiwall…

Caroline – Credit Controller Part timer, when she’s here you’ll know it as she’ll be after your money. Caroline has worked here for 10 years helping us to pay the bills. Married with a teenage daughter, enjoys socialising with friends, afternoon teas, going to the theatre and as many holidays as (unfortunately) work and money will allow.   Wayne – Operations Manager Wayne’s in charge of the Trade Counter and warehouse, if there’s a problem with your order speak to him he’ll get it sorted! Wayne runs a tight and orderly ship, you could eat your dinner off our warehouse floor. Started in the plastics industry when he was 16 and been…