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Design your own shower enclosure Shower enclosures have come a long way from cramped, walled cubicles with drafty plastic curtains. Consumer choice now determines the style, dimensions, fixtures and fittings of a shower enclosure, giving architects and interior designers carte blanche for the contemporary design of bathrooms and shower rooms. You n..

Office design and the ever-growing demand for glass solutionsThe COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we work. Naturally, this has had a direct impact on office design in 2022. With mental health high on the agenda alongside hybrid working, companies have had to adjust their workspaces to cater for the emotional and practical needs of employees. How w..

Manchester construction boom features trend in glass hardwareManchester construction continues to flourish with more commercial developments announced for the city.Two more skyscrapers are planned for high-rise builder Renaker’s Great Jackson Street site in Manchester city centre. They will accommodate 490 private flats as well as a residents’ loun..

On trend 'all-glass' installations for sleek, modern homesMinimalism is a design trend that has developed gradually over the last decade. Architects and designers in the commercial sector were quick to embrace the minimalist look, and now this ultra-contemporary trend is just as popular with homeowners, if not more.All-glass installations for resid..

5 Building trends to watch out for in 2022Building trends are currently influenced as much by global circumstances as they are by design. The pandemic impacts building practices, the environmental crisis influences all stages of the construction process, and changes to the way we work affect the design of commercial spaces.This combination of influ..

Latest trends in glass balustrade systemsThe popularity of glass balustrade systems has soared in recent years due to their aesthetic qualities and durability in modern construction. Sleek, unobtrusive glass balustrades are a common sight in many commercial or multi-occupancy residential buildings. The modular nature of the balustrade systems provi..

Large enough to deliver, small enough to care.GlassParts isn’t your average tools and hardware supplier. It’s not a faceless ecommerce operation, GlassParts is a family-owned business with a true focus on developing relationships and providing advice not just transactions.  Specialising in the supply of tools, fittings and consumables to the Glass,..

5 interior design trends using glassThe use of glass in interior design continues to evolve in both residential and commercial properties. Interior design trends using glass satisfy both practical need and aesthetic appeal. Glass allows the infiltration of natural light which is proven to be associated with numerous health benefits. Structural glas..

Great products, great prices and a technical resource you may not be aware of!GlassParts is a business that is built on family values and industry experience, for four decades it has been providing tools, fittings and consumables to the Glass, Window and Architectural Industries in the UK and Ireland. But did you know the business offers much more ..

The ever-increasing trend for minimal frame shower enclosuresThe pandemic has led to a surge in home improvements across the UK, particularly in the renovation of bathrooms and kitchens. Trades have never known a time like it, with many having a full order book as far ahead as twelve months.This newfound focus on the aesthetics and maintenance of o..

Create the perfect shower enclosure to relax and unwind inIn recent times the demand for ‘all glass’ shower enclosures has increased year upon year. Their sleek design, often with a minimal frame or no frame at all, are a popular choice for interior designers and homeowners alike looking to provide a sense of luxury to their bathroom interior space..