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Why ‘whole life carbon’ is changing the commercial property sector
In March last year we analysed the importance of embodied carbon in the commercial building sector. Our research found that buildings and the built environment are responsible for an astonishing 39% of all global energy related carbon emissions and 43% of all...
Sparkle & Shine: Expert tips for flawless cladding cleaning
Today, we're diving into the world of cladding cleaning, a task that often seems daunting but is crucial for keeping our commercial buildings looking their best. In this article we'll share some insider secrets and straightforward advice to make your cladding gleam...
Case Study: The DOFF Steam Cleaning system in action
The DOFF Steam Cleaning system is a method of restorative cleaning that we use in combination with See Brilliance specialist products and techniques to restore a wide variety of commercial or historic building facades and exteriors. The DOFF system uses superheated...
Facade restoration access considerations – How we work safely at height
During almost every project we undertake, working at height is a given. Whether it’s using the DOFF Steam Cleaning system to remove graffiti from a wall or building facade, or restoring glass panels on one of London’s prestigious commercial buildings, our operatives...
Dealing with concrete splatter in London and other major UK cities
The iconic skylines of London, Manchester, Oxford, and many other cities across the UK are adorned with an eclectic mix of historic and modern structures, standing as a testament to our architectural history and extravagance. However, amidst the grandeur, a...
Case Study: How commercial glass restoration is reviving London’s skyline
We love London and so does everyone else it seems! According to this year’s World’s Best Cities Report, London tops the charts as the “capital of capitals”. The report says that its ranking methodology is based on aggregated data for ‘liveability’, ‘lovability’ and...
Glass curtain facades, glass architecture and the importance of commercial glass restoration
We may take it for granted, but architecture is one of the most important and influential ways we express our culture. Buildings across the world tell stories of the period in which they were constructed, expressing values and culture in both a visceral and beautiful...
Could self-sustaining smart buildings be the future of commercial construction in the UK?
There’s no doubt that the UK’s cities are already smart. According to the IESE Cities in Motion Index 2022, London tops the global charts as the smartest city in the world thanks to its performance in mobility, transport, urban planning and governance, although the...
DOFF Steam Cleaning: The revolutionary restoration method
In the world of commercial facade and cladding restoration, our quest for efficient and environmentally friendly methods is an ongoing challenge filled with new technologies and smart cleaning methods. In terms of breaking new ground, DOFF Steam Cleaning is a...