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Building Additions Find Global Success!

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Following recent success with our new folding wall system, we have moved into the neighbouring unit at the Southgate commerce park in Frome. This move has increased our factory floor space by 2800 square foot – enabling us to increase production, employ more local people and serve more businesses locally, nationally and abroad.

Find out more about our expansion, and the history of Building Additions in Frome:

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Keep Your Children Entertained Without The TV This Summer

Keep your kids entertained this summerSchools out for summer! Whilst holidays are being planned and diets are being broken, the nurseries and schools are empty and preparing for the children’s return at the end of the holidays. Whilst this may be a joy for children, it can be difficult for parents to keep them busy during out of term times.

With the weather being so unpredictable, we have compiled a list of activities for you to keep your children entertained, come rain or shine.

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Create Multifunctional Event Space With the Right Partition System

creating functional space for events with a a partition systemA moveable wall or partition system can be a valuable addition to any event space, allowing the room to be adapted for different occasions and make maximum use of what space is available. The flexibility of being able to divide a room into two separate areas enables events to be run simultaneously, saving time and money.

If you’re considering a partition system for your event space, here are a few factors you should take into consideration before choosing which system is best suited to your venue.

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Create the Right Impression with a Printed Moveable Wall

Digital print for folding wall systems sheffield United Football ClubCreating the right impression when it comes to your business premises is very important. What better way to stay in the minds of your potential clients and visitors than  to wow them with imaginative, unique and eye-catching imagery.

Building Additions offer a bespoke service enabling our clients to digitally print any image onto a moveable wall system before installation. We have utilised these graphics in a range of different venues from nurseries to high profile football clubs. Our tailored service allows you to create custom walls that don’t just divide space, but add value to it.

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Improve Exam Conditions with Moveable Walls

Children working in a classroomPupils and teachers alike are in the final stretch of revision as exams, whether GCSE’s, A Levels, or University papers, are set to begin in late May. Whilst students focus on their chosen subjects in a bid to ace their exams, teachers adopt longer hours to provide solid support. But we mustn’t forget the pressure that our nation’s exam and data managers face too.

In fact, not only must staff ensure that the students are ready for the impending assessments but there are a number of key processes in the lead up to exam season to consider too. The team at Building Additions can help make the examination period that much easier. Find out more below:

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Our New Folding Wall System Has Landed

We know that in today’s busy world, flexibility is everything. That’s why we’ve been busy developing a new folding wall system which makes it even easier for you to tailor your space to suit your needs. This new, stylish system has the ability to transform your room layout in seconds with the minimum of fuss and the maximum impact.  After being tried and thoroughly tested, it’s finally available and we can’t wait for you to see it in action.

Introducing our new folding wall system…

Where rooms need to work hard and fulfill a number of different functions, this innovative new system will make that transformation quick and simple, allowing you to set up a new layout in no time at all, and with little effort. Our new folding wall system consists of a series of hinged panels that are designed to run smoothly and effortlessly along a sleek floor track, with an optional top hung fitting.

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Consequences of School Closures During Winter

Snow covering cars parked on a streetDespite often only receiving a sprinkling of snow, the country can occasionally experience enough to slow down traffic and force us to stay behind closed doors. Consequently snow and bad weather throughout the winter can force schools to close.

Whilst this is often unavoidable and a toughly considered decision, it can be inconvenient for both school staff and parents alike. However, it is frequently the case that schools will remain partially open allowing those, both staff and pupils, who can travel safely to still attend. In such occasions wall partitions are particularly valuable. Let us explain:

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Flexible Space Just In Time For Christmas

Nativity SceneChristmas is just around the corner. And the first term of the academic year has almost come to a close. But before you can put away the books and lock up the doors you must make it through another school nativity performance.

A long standing tradition in the majority of primary schools across the country, the School Nativity is the favourite amongst children but parents get the chance to see their little ones on stage for the first time. Swapping lessons for singing practice in the school hall might be exciting for them, but the hassles of sharing this space with the rest of the school is often problematic. This is where movable walls and folding partitions come in to play as the ideal solution for manageable space, not just for the festive season, but all year round. Find out how they can enhance the functionality of your school space here:

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