Mini Digger Sizes & Width Chart: Access Guide for UK Jobs

The post Mini Digger Sizes & Width Chart: Access Guide for UK Jobs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A definitive guide to UK mini digger categories that balances physical specs (weight, width, depth) with critical legal and logistical constraints, such as towing regulations and site access limitations. Additional research angles: Machine weight is the primary factor for transport; a 1.5t digger is often the...

Fibreglass Bath Guide: Pros, Cons & Repair Tips for 2026

The post Fibreglass Bath Guide: Pros, Cons & Repair Tips for 2026 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A fibreglass bath, or Glass-Reinforced Plastic (GRP) tub, is a composite fixture created by layering woven glass fibres with polyester resin, finished with a structural gel coat. While prized for its low weight and affordability in UK residential projects, its performance is defined by its thermal stability and...

Vauxhall Bridge weight restriction introduced from July

A temporary weight limit will be introduced on London’s Vauxhall Bridge from 1 July to “ensure safety for all bridge users”. The post Vauxhall Bridge weight restriction introduced from July appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

National Highways imposes weight restriction on 7.5t vehicles using A5 in Towcester

A new relief road built by Persimmon Homes has enabled National Highways to divert traffic weighing more than 7.5t away from Towcester town centre, which it hopes will reduce noise and pollution. The post National Highways imposes weight restriction on 7.5t vehicles using A5 in Towcester appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Hidden Hardware Choices That Make Or Break Home DIY Projects

The post Hidden Hardware Choices That Make Or Break Home DIY Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Home DIY projects rarely fail because of visible finishes. Paint colours, tiles, and fittings often perform exactly as expected. Problems usually begin beneath the surface, where fixings carry weight, manage movement, and deal with moisture over long periods. In UK homes, where humidity, condensation, and seasonal temperature changes are common, these hidden choices play a […]

TED Ed (Animation) - Could we build a wooden skyscraper? 06072021

Towering 85 meters above the Norwegian countryside, Mjøstårnet is the world’s tallest wooden building, made almost entirely from the trees of neighboring forests. But as recently as the end of the 20th century, engineers thought it was impossible to build a wooden building over 6 stories tall. So how do wooden structures like this compare to steel and concrete skyscrapers?