by admin | Jan 17, 2026 | Articles
Updated after extensive discussions with Diasen and other suppliers in Feb 2026, who also face the same issue after the very wet winter. When renovating or maintaining a property in Spain, it is vital to distinguish between the cosmetic finish (The Skin) and the...
by admin | Jan 15, 2026 | Articles
ECS 2026 Spanish Renovation Guide: CTE Standards & Risks Regulation Source: Código Técnico de la Edificación (CTE) Key Documents: DB-HE (Energy Saving) DB-HS (Health & Hygiene) DB-SA (Sustainability – expected 2026 and this will change everything so...
by admin | Jan 8, 2026 | Architects
When builders and homeowners decide to ‘go green’, the first conversation is usually about insulation batts—swapping pink fibreglass for natural hemp or wood fibre slabs. While hemp and wood fibre batts are an excellent sustainable choice, they are ultimately just...
by admin | Jan 7, 2026 | Architects
The Breathable Building Revolution: Why Steico, Diathonite, and Hemp are Winning If you’re insulating a home today, the old way—using plastic foams and fibreglass—is quickly being replaced. The future is biophilic insulation: using natural materials that breathe,...
by admin | Jan 5, 2026 | Articles
There is something undeniably magical about old mountain homes. With their heavy stone bases and timber tops, they look like they’ve grown right out of the landscape. But let’s be honest: while the upstairs living quarters might be charming, the downstairs—built...
