EN 13030 vs AMCA 500-L: What Specifiers Need to Know
Compare EN 13030 and AMCA 500-L louvre standards. Discover key differences in testing, performance, and certification for better specification decisions.
Building Better Neighbours: Acoustic Challenges & Modern Data Centres
Can data centres be better neighbours? Learn how acoustic louvres reduce noise, support compliance and create more liveable communities.
AMCA Certified Louvres Now Available in Europe
Construction Specialties (CS) has introduced AMCA certified architectural louvres to the European market, providing specifiers with access to reliable and independently verified performance data.
What is AMCA and Why it Matters for Louvres
We explain what AMCA is, its Certified Ratings Program, and why specifying AMCA‑certified louvres benefits you.
How to remove an Acrovyn Crash Rail Cover
Day Case Surgical Unit, Hereford County Hospital – Hereford, UK
CS delivered a comprehensive wall protection package that supports patient safety, promotes infection control, and ensures long-term durability across the clinical spaces of the new Day Case Surgical Unit.
Fridolina Haus der Barmherzigkeit, Austria
To ensure durability without compromising aesthetics, Acrovyn wall and door protection was seamlessly integrated into Fridolina’s home-like design.
Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Phoenix, USA
Discover the role Acrovyn by Design has in the transformative power of art to heal children at Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Expanding Possibilities: Meet Our Three New Louvres
These additions deliver the high level of rain defence and airflow performance our louvres are known for, while adding aesthetic versatility to our portfolio.
Dyson Cancer Centre, Royal United Hospital – Bath, UK
CS supplied Acrovyn PVC-Free wall protection solutions and expansion joint cover systems for the Dyson Cancer Centre in Bath, contributing to a durable, hygienic interior and aligning with the project’s sustainability goals.
Isle of Harris Distillery – Tarbert, UK
CS Rain Defence Louvres provide efficient ventilation and reliable rain defence in challenging coastal weather conditions.
Exmouth Community College – Exmouth, UK
CS delivered top-class performance with RSH-5700 Rain Defence Louvres, enhancing ventilation and environmental resilience.
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital – Dublin, Ireland
Acrovyn wall protection solutions keep the interior of a new patient wing free from impact damage whilst ensuring easy maintenance.
Leipzig South Combined Heat and Power Plant – Leipzig, Germany
CS Rain Defence Louvres contributed to efficient airflow management while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic across functional and screening areas of the power plant.
Top Commercial Design Trends – 2025
Construction Specialties shares the top commercial design trends and influences we're excited for in 2025.
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Emergency Department, Yorkshire – UK
A comprehensive wall protection scheme from CS helps to enhance the aesthetics, hygiene and patient comfort at the new emergency department.
Topgolf Surrey – Addlestone, UK
Durable Acrovyn Sheet in an attractive concrete finish adds a contemporary feel to the refurbished interior of a busy entertainment venue.
Zihlschlacht Rehabilitation Clinic – Zihlschlacht, Switzerland
Acrovyn by Design panels with synapse motifs create a welcoming, durable, and hygienic environment in the clinic’s corridors.
The Institut de cancérologie et d’imagerie (ICI) – CHRU Brest, France
A range of durable and hygienic solutions from CS help to enhance the functionality, safety, and patient comfort at the new oncology institute.
Adapting hospital care to children of all ages
This article explores the challenges of balancing the functional aspects of care with creating an environment that is psychologically & emotionally supportive for young patients.
Car Dealership – Brentford, UK
CS A-4085 Ventilation Louvres provide efficient natural ventilation at a premium car dealership in Brentford.
Elevating Education: Design Trends
Our 'Elevating Education' series continues with a look at how flexible, hybrid learning and biophilic design impact education in today's world.
Arkon Energy Data Centre – Glomfjord, Norway
RSH-5700 Rain Defence Louvres by CS ensure sufficient intake airflow for a sustainable data centre in Norway.
Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability (RHN) – London, UK
Acrovyn was selected to provide durable and vibrant protection to interior doors in busy areas of a newly refurbished hospital ward.
One Bank Street – London, UK
Real Testing: In pursuit of precision
Real testing is the cornerstone of our operations, providing tangible assurance that comes with physically testing our louvres under various conditions.
Oxford University Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine, Oxford – UK
Acrovyn Wall Protection was specified to protect the interior walls from damage, ensuring focus can remain on the groundbreaking research, rather than building maintenance.
How Weather Louvres Work
In this blog post, we will delve into the workings of weather louvres, focusing specifically on their ability to defend against rain.
Life @ CS – Dorothea Donnelly [Technical Intern, UK]
Discover Dorothea's experience as a Technical Intern at Construction Specialties UK whilst she studied architecture at London Southbank University.
5 Ways We Can Help Elevate the Student Environment
Keeping students on track is a full-time job - and it's our job to help energise the educational environment with inspired solutions.
Residencia Sénior Francisca Cereja – Santarem, Portugal
Acrovyn hand rails, corner guards and hand/crash rails were chosen for the Residencia Sénior Francisca Cereja in Portugal, discover more here.
Loma Linda University Medical Center – California, USA
Large-scale expansion joint systems from Construction Specialties were designed and installed on the pedestrian bridge connecting the adult and children’s towers, allowing the structure to move adjacent to the building.
Modern Methods of Construction and the drive for more efficient ways of building.
We were challenged by Tata Steel to develop a louvre system that would suit their Fast Fit, clip in façade cladding system, creating a flush finish with the adjacent cladding, and enabling natural and mechanical ventilation for the building.
Vertical Louvres – Rain defence from a different angle
Discover how vertical louvre models often out perform horizontal louvres and can sometimes reduce the amount of louvre required on the project.
Construction Specialties becomes food donation point for Aylesbury Foodbank
To help support our local community, from Monday 31st October to Wednesday 7th December, Construction Specialties will become a Food Donation Point for Aylesbury Foodbank.
Öschelbronn Clinic – Pforzheim, Germany
Offering the right balance between contemporary aesthetics and performance, a range of Acrovyn wall protection solutions have been supplied to Öschelbronn Clinic
Hutchings Psychiatric Center – New York, USA
CS Bold Line B-7505 was specified for the Hutchings Psychiatric Center in Syracuse, New York to create a dynamic looking façade whilst providing essential airflow to the space behind.
The National Gallery – London, UK
CS Pedisystems® entrance matting products are keeping entrance areas of the National Gallery in London welcoming, safe and clean.
Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho Hospital Centre – Porto, Portugal
CS Acrovyn wall protection was specified to help maintain the highest levels of hygiene and protect interiors from impact damage.
16 Chestnut, Office Building – Denver, USA
CS Bold Line B-7505 was modified to include LED lights for the iconic 16 Chestnut Building in Denver, USA. Discover more about the project here.
Understanding Aerodynamic Coefficient
Learn what Louvre Aerodynamic Coefficient is, how it's measured and how to use it to specify the correct Louvre for your application.
Rose Hill – New York City, USA
Architects combined CS Architectural Louvres with metal vision barrier screens to create elegance and glamour at Rose Hill. Discover the result here:
Manchester Engineering Campus (MECD) – Manchester, UK
Learn more about the UK's largest higher education project, where CS louvres provide excellent airflow and long-lasting protection from wind-driven rain.
Semans Library UNC School of the Arts – North Carolina, USA
CS provided 12” and 18” vertical airfoil blades across the west facade of the building, creating a modern, eye catching exterior, and a cool comfortable interior for students.
Northampton University Campus – Northampton, UK
Learn how CS Rain Defence Louvres were used at the new Northampton Univeristy Waterside Campus and Energy Centre.
150 North Riverside – Chicago, USA
CS Rain Defence Louvres were chosen to withstand harsh weather conditions and regulate incoming airflow for the 150 North Riverside skyscraper. Discover why
Wilshire Grand Center – Los Angeles, USA
One Snowhill – Birmingham, UK
Offering great durability and strength, CS Pedimat® Ultra entrance matting has been installed at the stunning One Snowhill office building in Birmingham.
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center – California, USA
To ensure that the modern hub’s ventilation system was high performance, energy efficient & attractive, HOK architects turned to CS for Architectural Louvres.
Noris Network Data Centres – Nuremberg & Munich, Germany
CS louvres are providing maximum airflow and rain defence as part of an innovative cooling and power system at two Noris Network data centres in Germany.
Alfa Apartments – Melbourne, Australia
Construction Specialties Smartclick louvres were selected for aesthetics and functionality at the Alfa Apartments in Melbourne Victoria.
CS Artist Spotlight: Laura Bender – How do you inspire healing with artwork?
Learn how Portland artist Laura Bender of SitePainters gathers her ideas to provide beautiful works of art that inspire healing.
Food for Life
Construction Specialties donated wall protection products to charity organisation Food For Life for their cool room and dry storage area.
Private Residence – South East England, UK
A CS solar shading system has provided an elegant new private residence with a stylish and sustainable way of creating a light-filled interior whilst managing solar heat gain and glare.
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals – London, UK
Premier League Football Stadium – London, UK
Construction Specialties has supplied a range of expansion joint covers and entrance matting for a new sports venue widely-regarded as the finest in Europe.
The Mutual Maitland Car Park – Hunter Valley, Australia
Construction Specialties expansion joint cover CSFM2HD was used for the redevelopment of the new 6 storey building of The Mutual Maitland.
Renovation: decorating and protecting common areas in a Parisian primary school
The project intended to reimagine better living spaces above and beyond the usual improvements that come from refurbishing a place. Surface hygiene and material durability were two key concepts guiding how the job specifications were drawn up.
Calvary Adelaide Hospital – South Australia, Australia
Construction Specialties was proud to supply Acrovyn by Design for the patient bedrooms at Calvary Adelaide Hospital in South Australia.
In stiller Trauer
Wir nehmen Abschied von unserem lieben Kollegen Heinz Lewandowski. Wir konnten uns immer auf Heinz verlassen. Er war ein toller Mensch und wird uns allen sehr fehlen! Mach's guad!
Acrovyn’s Resistance to Bacteria and Fungi
A quick introduction to the Bacterial and Fungal testing conducted on CS Acrovyn 4000.
8 Reasons to Choose Acrovyn
Our Acrovyn® brand is synonymous with building interior wall protection, here are 8 reasons to choose Acrovyn for your building.
The ‘Earth’ without ‘Art’ is just ‘Eh’
Art should not just be considered as a picture on a wall. This blog post highlights the benefits of artwork across different types of buildings and introduces a revolutionary product CS Acrovyn by Design.
Comcast Technology Center – Philadelphia, USA
CS supplied Gridline entrance flooring to the new Comcast Technology Centre in Philadelphia. The project architects also used Gridline for architectural accents throughout the building.
Maelfa Residential Tower Block – Cardiff, UK
1,236m of CS SLA Screening Louvre system was installed on the Ty Maelfa Residential tower roof to hide the existing plant equipment and transmission masts.
Confident Kids Child Care & Early Learning – Salisbury, Australia
CS supplied bespoke wall protection for a children’s early learning centre, which not only offered excellent impact resistance, but also imagery tailored to the client’s precise requirements.
Good to Give: A Volunteering Day at Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital [UK]
As part of our Good to Give initiative, a group of CS employees spent a day volunteering at Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital & Visitor Centre in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire.
Good to Give: Care Home Garden Room Refurbishment [UK]
CS donated products and expertise to help brighten a local care home's Garden Room, giving residents a more welcoming, homely space to enjoy.
Bank of China – Sydney, Australia
CS recently supplied Acoustic Louvres to the Bank of China Sydney branch, to combat noise pollution for the adjacent hotel.
Design Considerations for Wall Protection in Healthcare Buildings
This article outlines the design considerations for wall protection in healthcare, including HBN 00-04, BS 8300-2:2018 and Approved Document M requirements.
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital – Middlesex, UK
CS provided an extensive wall protection package for the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, including bespoke Acrovyn by Design, handrails, crashrails & more.
UNIQLO Clothing Stores – Australia
The popular APF expansion joint cover from Construction Specialties has been installed in two Australian UNIQLO Clothing Stores, (Hornsby & Chatswood).
St John of God Hospital – Bendigo, Australia
Glan Clwyd Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Centre – Wales, UK
Bespoke graphics depicting trees & colourful butterflys were incorporated into CS Acrovyn by Design and fitted to full wall height in cot rooms, waiting & play areas.
Understanding the ROI of Permanent Entrance Flooring vs Rental Matting
Facilities managers struggle with cleaning budgets & a quick fix can often overshadow return on investment. Rental Matting for entrances may seem like a money saver, but in the long run it may not be.
Good to Give: A Volunteering Day at Fremantle Court [UK]
As part of our Good to Give initiative, CS colleagues took a day out of the office to help a local care home by refurbishing their garden furniture.
Do you supply vertical trims to use with Acrovyn Sheet?
Stirling Care Village – Stirling, UK
CS Acrovyn Wall Protection and Expansion Joint Covers were recently installed at the new Care Hub and Primary & Urgent Care Buildings at Stirling Care Village
Chequers Court Shopping Centre – Huntingdon, UK
Chequers shopping centre were concerned about the walls in their back of house area, and needed a solution that would protect them from impact damage.
Soar at intu Braehead – Glasgow, UK
CS provided a 92m² Pedluxe Entrance mat featuring exterior grade carpet inserts. With 17million visitors per year, the centre needed a durable entrance matting solution.
St Piers School (Young Epilepsy) – Surrey, UK
CS were approached by Interserve to supply and install Airfoil Solar Shading and Screening Louvres at the St Piers school.
Met Office Supercomputer Complex – Exeter, UK
CS supplied and installed a range of bespoke louvre systems to provide the new state of the art Met Office Supercomputer Complex with Natural Ventilation.
The Garment Factory, 10 Montrose Street – Glasgow, UK
To protect the interior floor surfaces and to reduce the cleaning and maintenance costs throughout the building, CS Pedimat Ultra entrance matting was specified.
Ragdale Hall Spa – Leicestershire, UK
CS were approached to provide a series of airfoil solar shading blades to create an architectural feature, and reduce glare through the mostly glass structure.
Menai Science Park – Anglesey, Wales
CS Acrovyn TP300 Rub Rails were specified for all circulation spaces throughout the facility, offering Light Duty protection for the walls.
The Mall Maidstone – Kent, UK
As part of major refurbishment works CS supplied GTP-300HD expansion joint cover, a heavy duty recess mounted floor cover, ideal for shopping centres with intensive traffic across the joint.
Lapwing Court Retirement Living – Peterborough, UK
CS Acrovyn HRWS6C was installed throughout the communal areas of the building, chosen for it’s non-institutional aesthetic & high quality finish.
The Residence at Nine Elms – London, UK
CS Pediluxe was specified with alternating Grey coloured interior carpet inserts to avoid an overpowering dark effect against the light colours of the lobby
Lancing Prep School – Hove, UK
CS Louvres were specified to provide essential ventilation & screening for the building. A combination of models were chosen to suit the projects needs.
NSW State Emergency Services Head Office – Wollongong, Australia
Chase Farm Hospital – Middlesex, UK
As part of a £200million redevelopment CS supplied and installed (via Conspec Contracts) an extensive wall protection package, protecting from impact damage
Designing Inclusive Environments for the Visually Impaired
This article looks at one of the key interior design considerations for the visually impaired, colour contrast. Examining how the visually impaired move about a building, and discussing the legislative requirements for colour contrast and light reflectance, we showcase example colour options & offer recommendations.
Specifying Handrails for Greater Accessibility
Focusing on the specification of handrails, this article looks at the design considerations to permit accessibility for those with physical mobility issues, and how they can help compliance with BS 8300, Approved Document M, the Equality Act and HBN 00-04.
CS Gridline Entrance Flooring at Philadelphia Art Gallery
CS Gridline™ was chosen to complement the entryway finishes. Not only is dirt effectively trapped at the door, cutting down on maintenance costs and improving indoor air quality, but the stainless steel properties also offer a beautiful yet sustainable solution.
Bolton Interchange Bus Station – Bolton, UK
A collection of CS Allway Expansion Joint Covers were chosen to meet the various performance and aesthetic requirements of different areas of the new Bolton Interchange.
66 Chiltern Place Car Park – London, UK
CS Acrovyn Rubber Wall Protection was specified by PLP Architecture to protect the underground car park of the new 66 Chiltern Place building in London. CS' in-house installation team, Conspec Contracts, installed the comprehensive protection package.
How Passive Fire Protection Limits the Spread of Smoke and Fire in Buildings: The Basics
Passive fire protection (PFP) attempts to contain fires or slow the spread. Passive Fire Protection takes many forms, from fire-resistant walls, floors, and doors to expansion joint fire barriers, sprinklers and fire alarms. Discover the legislation behind the use of these products and their benefits.
Join us at Ideaction 2018
Construction Specialties is proud to be participating in Ideaction, Australia’s premier national Facility Management learning and networking event, incorporating a world-class conference and exhibition. The team will be showcasing key products and sharing useful insights from recent projects. Why not join us?
Ashford International Station Multi-Storey Car Park – Kent, UK
CS were approached by Ashford International to supply and install a watertight expansion joint cover solution on levels 4 & 5 of their multi-storey car park, due to an existing joint cover failure.
Join us at Equinox, 2018
Construction Specialties will soon be exhibiting at an Equinox event near you. Why not join us? You could win a $350 Dan Murphy’s gift card just by visiting our stand! Come and chat, enjoy the fun, food, refreshments, and some surprising entertainment.
