June 2026
Thu 11 Jun 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
Thu 18 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 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.
22 - 24 Jun 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.
Tue 23 Jun 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.
Wed 24 Jun 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
This one-day course is a great opportunity to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as wall 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 either existing HVAC installers or Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions
25 - 26 Jun 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.
Tue 30 Jun 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
This one-day course is ideal for both trainees and experienced dryliners who want to expand their knowledge and practical skills through manufacturers training.
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 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.
Tue 30 Jun 2026
Please select one session to attend ONLY
This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*
Tue 30 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours 30 minutes)
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.
July 2026
1 - 3 Jul 2026
3 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Plastering for Beginners is a three day introduction course that teaches participants how to mix and apply Thistle Finish plasters to plasterboard backgrounds.
Thu 2 Jul 2026
Please select one session ONLY
This demonstration is an introduction to spraying Thistle finishing plasters through specific machines.*
6 - 7 Jul 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.
7 - 8 Jul 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.
Tue 7 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 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.
Thu 9 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 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.
14 - 16 Jul 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.
Tue 14 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)
Join us to learn about the range of K Systems EWI system designs and range of finishes, with practical experience of installing the system.
Thu 16 Jul 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.
Thu 16 Jul 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.
Fri 17 Jul 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.
20 - 21 Jul 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.
20 - 22 Jul 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.
21
Jul
Forming Openings in Fire Rated Partitions & Passive Fire Protection of Service Penetrations
Kirkby Thore Build Better Academy
21 - 22 Jul 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
This two-day course is ideal for both trainees and experienced dryliners who want to expand their knowledge and practical skills through manufacturers training.
22 - 23 Jul 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.
Wed 22 Jul 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
This one-day course is a great opportunity to develop knowledge on the passive fire protection of ductwork including key regulations and legislation, as wall 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 either existing HVAC installers or Distribution partners with experience of selling passive fire protection solutions
28 - 29 Jul 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
This practical two day course is ideal for beginners looking to learn how to install Gypwall Shaft, and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.
29 - 30 Jul 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
This practical two day course is ideal for beginners looking to learn how to install Gypwall Shaft, and also for experienced fixers to help demonstrate their competency through manufacturers training.
August 2026
3 - 5 Aug 2026
3 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Plastering for Beginners is a three day introduction course that teaches participants how to mix and apply Thistle Finish plasters to plasterboard backgrounds.
4 - 5 Aug 2026
2 days, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
This 2-day course is a great opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience.
Thu 6 Aug 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)
Join us to learn about the range of K Systems EWI system designs and range of finishes, with practical experience of installing the system.
12 - 13 Aug 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.