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British homes are notorious for being some of the worst insulated in Europe, which means they need to use more energy to keep warm, and with today’s rising prices it is important now more than ever to save on energy wherever you can. Getting insulation installed could be a great investment for you and your […]

Recently published figures suggested that the rise in Global output for stainless will be around 1% this year. With the threat of a global recession looming in the third quarter of the year, caused by soaring energy prices, it is predicted that consumer spending will reduce. Coupled with the increased costs in the manufacturing sector, […]

Stainless steel wire is the raw material used for items such as screws, metallic net, and springs. It finds regular use in the hardware and kitchenware sectors, but also finds purpose in building trades and the energy industry. In this post, we are going to discuss the different types of stainless steel wire, its different […]

Clout nails, also known as roofing nails or shingle nails, are common in everyday life even if you do not see them, as they are used in attaching sheet material to wooden frames or sheets. Common ways that clout nails are used is in the fastening of shingle, felt, asphalt, and slate to roofing. They […]

Wall ties are essential in all buildings that have cavity walls, as they are used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall together to offer extra support assuring the stability of a building. They are discrete in a building’s infrastructure yet crucial for its integrity and have been used in the UK since […]

On Saturday 30th July, members of both the BS Fixings and BS Stainless teams got together to complete the grueling Tough Mudder course in Skipton. The route consists of a 15-kilometre run and 30 different obstacles to overcome, which includes a lot of (you guessed it) mud!   With no competition and no timing, it […]

Adding wall paneling to your home adds a certain rustic charm with a modern twist. According to the latest Google Trends data, DIY wall paneling has increased in popularity. After being inspired by this trend, a manager here at BS Fixings decided to do some paneling of their own! They took pictures during their DIY […]

When it comes to shelves, baskets, cabinets, or even radiators and bathroom suites to plasterboard fixing, it is important you have the right tools for the job, which is why you need to check out our online store where we stock a whole range of Bullfix Plasterboard Fixing Packs!   The Bullfix Universal Plasterboard Fixings […]

We are always vigilantly on the hunt for new, top-quality suppliers here at BS Fixings, and our latest search took us to the Torque-Expo in Telford last month.   The Torque-Expo is a convention where lots of different companies come together to exhibit their work and network with other firms from across the nation. The […]