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August 2026

K Rend Machine Applied Renders

20

Aug

K Rend Machine Applied Renders

St Helens

Thu 20 Aug 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • St Helens
Presented by
Mike Simm
  • £100.00 excl. VAT

Thu 20 Aug 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Join us to gain practical experience of how to apply K Rend products using electric machines to deliver a high quality finish

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

25

Aug

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

South Lanarkshire College

Tue 25 Aug 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

  • South Lanarkshire College
Presented by
Sam Blacknell
Shane Jobber
  • Free

Tue 25 Aug 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

26

Aug

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

26 - 27 Aug 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

26 - 27 Aug 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.

Introduction to Isover U Protect  System

26

Aug

Introduction to Isover U Protect System

East Leake Build Better Academy

Wed 26 Aug 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • East Leake Build Better Academy
Presented by
Simon Bosher
  • Free

Wed 26 Aug 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one-day course is a great opportunity for resellers & distributors to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as well provide practical knowledge and experience on the installation of Isover U Protect System for passive fire protection of ductwork. *PLEASE NOTE - This course is only for Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

27

Aug

Thu 27 Aug 2026

Please select only one session

  • Barnsley College
Presented by
Sam Blacknell
  • Free

Thu 27 Aug 2026

Please select only one session

This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*

September 2026

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

1

Sep

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

Clevedon Build Better Academy

Sold out

1 - 2 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Clevedon Build Better Academy
Presented by
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

1 - 2 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.

Introduction to Mechanical Taping

1

Sep

Introduction to Mechanical Taping

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

1 - 3 Sep 2026

3 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £458.33 excl. VAT

1 - 3 Sep 2026

3 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in using the mechanical jointing tools for walls, internal angles and applying external angles by hand application and ideal follow on after completing the Hand Taping course.

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

3

Sep

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

Thu 3 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £175.00 excl. VAT

Thu 3 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

A 1day course covering the installation of GypCeiling MF (MF Ceilings) this includes setting out, forming suspension point, extending components, forming bulkheads/changes in ceiling height and boarding.

Fri 4 Sep 2026

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (1 hour)

  • Live online
Presented by
Anna Spiliopoulou
Stewart Cawte
  • Free

Fri 4 Sep 2026

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (1 hour)

This Saint-Gobain Design Academy webinar provides an overview of Deflection Heads - Best Practice Guide. The session is free to attend, runs for one hour, and is designed to support construction professionals with practical and relevant knowledge. Attendees will receive a CPD certificate upon attendance and completion. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions to the presenters via the live chat.

Introduction to Hand Taping

8

Sep

Introduction to Hand Taping

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

8 - 9 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

8 - 9 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the application of hand taping to tapered edge joints, butt end joints, internal and external angles.

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

8

Sep

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

Green Light Training - Bristol

Tue 8 Sep 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

  • Green Light Training - Bristol
Presented by
Sam Blacknell
Shane Jobber
  • Free

Tue 8 Sep 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*

Introduction to Weber flooring solutions

8

Sep

Introduction to Weber flooring solutions

Flitwick Training Academy

Tue 8 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours 30 minutes)

  • Flitwick Training Academy
Presented by
Paul Sycamore
  • £100.00 excl. VAT

Tue 8 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours 30 minutes)

Learn how to get more done in less time with our range of flooring systems, developed for optimum speed of application and strength and durability in demanding industrial and commercial settings

Introduction to Weber Modern Renders

9

Sep

Introduction to Weber Modern Renders

Flitwick Training Academy

Wed 9 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM (5 hours 30 minutes)

  • Flitwick Training Academy
Presented by
Jimmy Woods
  • £100.00 excl. VAT

Wed 9 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM (5 hours 30 minutes)

This course offers an introduction into our range of render products including our popular weberend MT lightweight render system and our versatile weberend OCR base coat render.

 Commercial Site Manager Course

10

Sep

Commercial Site Manager Course

Clevedon Build Better Academy

Thu 10 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • Clevedon Build Better Academy
Presented by
  • £262.50 excl. VAT

Thu 10 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one-day course aims to upskill those supervising British Gypsum products and system installation in the commercial sector and help them to develop greater competency around inspecting installed British Gypsum products and systems to ensure that the specified fire and acoustics performance is maintained.

Pure Practical

10

Sep

Pure Practical

Clevedon Build Better Academy

Thu 10 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Clevedon Build Better Academy
Presented by
  • £262.50 excl. VAT

Thu 10 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This practical course is six hours of learning for anyone new to the industry, including branch or internal staff.

Introduction to Mechanical Taping

14

Sep

Introduction to Mechanical Taping

Clevedon Build Better Academy

Sold out

14 - 16 Sep 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Clevedon Build Better Academy
Presented by
  • £458.33 excl. VAT

14 - 16 Sep 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in using the mechanical jointing tools for walls, internal angles and applying external angles by hand application and ideal follow on after completing the Hand Taping course.

15

Sep

Introduction to GypCeiling Grid

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

Tue 15 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £180.00 excl. VAT

Tue 15 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

Introduction to GypCeiling Grid

K Rend Machine Applied Renders

15

Sep

K Rend Machine Applied Renders

Belfast

Tue 15 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)

  • Belfast
Presented by
Benjamin Martin
  • £100.00 excl. VAT

Tue 15 Sep 2026

9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)

Join us to gain practical experience of how to apply K Rend products using electric machines to deliver a high quality finish

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

16

Sep

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

Erith Build Better Academy

16 - 17 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Erith Build Better Academy
  • £458.33 excl. VAT

16 - 17 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A follow on to the Introduction to GypWall Single Frame Partitions, also suitable for installers wanting to move into commercial work from residential or those that have previous experience of metal stud and want refresh their knowledge and skills.

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

16

Sep

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

16 - 17 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

16 - 17 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: Low Rise

16

Sep

Introduction to Weber External Wall Insulation: Low Rise

Flitwick Training Academy

Wed 16 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Flitwick Training Academy
Presented by
Jimmy Woods
  • £100.00 excl. VAT

Wed 16 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. The course is suitable for applicators, estimators and surveyors.

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

17

Sep

Introduction to Spraying Thistle Plasters

Greenlight Training - Plymouth

Thu 17 Sep 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

  • Greenlight Training - Plymouth
Presented by
Shane Jobber
  • Free

Thu 17 Sep 2026

Please select only ONE session to attend

This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*

Thu 17 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

  • St Helens
Presented by
Mike Simm
  • £83.33 excl. VAT

Thu 17 Sep 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Join us to learn about the K Rend product range including base coats, general mortars, scraped texture renders and wet paste/thin coat renders.

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

18

Sep

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

Erith Build Better Academy

Fri 18 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (7 hours)

  • Erith Build Better Academy
  • £175.00 excl. VAT

Fri 18 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (7 hours)

A 1day course covering the installation of GypCeiling MF (MF Ceilings) this includes setting out, forming suspension point, extending components, forming bulkheads/changes in ceiling height and boarding.

Introduction to Hand Taping

21

Sep

Introduction to Hand Taping

Clevedon Build Better Academy

21 - 22 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Clevedon Build Better Academy
Presented by
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

21 - 22 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the application of hand taping to tapered edge joints, butt end joints, internal and external angles.

Introduction to Isover U Protect  System

23

Sep

Introduction to Isover U Protect System

East Leake Build Better Academy

Wed 23 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • East Leake Build Better Academy
Presented by
Simon Bosher
David Kehoe
  • Free

Wed 23 Sep 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one-day course is a great opportunity for resellers & distributors to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as well provide practical knowledge and experience on the installation of Isover U Protect System for passive fire protection of ductwork. *PLEASE NOTE - This course is only for Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

24

Sep

Advanced Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

24 - 25 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £383.33 excl. VAT

24 - 25 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A follow on to the Introduction to GypWall Single Frame Partitions, also suitable for installers wanting to move into commercial work from residential or those that have previous experience of metal stud and want refresh their knowledge and skills.

DriLyner Dab (dot and dab)

29

Sep

DriLyner Dab (dot and dab)

Erith Build Better Academy

29 - 30 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Erith Build Better Academy
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

29 - 30 Sep 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the construction of drylining to masonry backgrounds using the 'Dot and Dab' method.

DriLyner Dab (dot and dab)

30

Sep

DriLyner Dab (dot and dab)

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Improve your knowledge and practical skills in the construction of drylining to masonry backgrounds using the 'Dot and Dab' method.

October 2026

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

1

Oct

Introduction to GypCeiling MF

Erith Build Better Academy

Thu 1 Oct 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • Erith Build Better Academy
  • £175.00 excl. VAT

Thu 1 Oct 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

A 1day course covering the installation of GypCeiling MF (MF Ceilings) this includes setting out, forming suspension point, extending components, forming bulkheads/changes in ceiling height and boarding.

Introduction to Framed Steel Encasement Systems - GypLyner Encase

5

Oct

Introduction to Framed Steel Encasement Systems - GypLyner Encase

Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy

Mon 5 Oct 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

  • Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
  • £175.00 excl. VAT

Mon 5 Oct 2026

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This one day course is designed to introduce learners to the installation of GypLyner Encase (framed encasement)and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

5

Oct

Introduction to Gypwall Single Frame Partitions

East Leake Build Better Academy

5 - 6 Oct 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

  • East Leake Build Better Academy
Presented by
Gareth Lamb
  • £333.33 excl. VAT

5 - 6 Oct 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.