Looking to fix or repair an existing shelter? Visit Fix My Shelter
Looking to fix or repair an existing shelter? Visit Fix My Shelter
A new year is the perfect time to check areas of your site, especially the structures people use every day but rarely think about until something goes wrong. Smoking shelters, cycle shelters, and other outdoor covered areas quietly take a battering through winter: wind-driven rain, grit, UV exposure, temperature swings, and heavy footfall. By the time spring…
1. Weatherproof by Design Recycled plastic is non-porous, meaning it won’t absorb rainwater. Wooden benches and tables left outside often become waterlogged, losing shape or developing splits, especially in autumn when showers are frequent. Recycled plastic, by contrast, retains its structure no matter how long it’s exposed to wet conditions. Frost is another challenge at…
For facilities managers, estates teams, and school estate managers, winter in the UK is the ultimate test for outdoor infrastructure. Wind-driven rain, icy mornings, and short daylight hours can quickly expose weaknesses in older shelters and fittings, leading to maintenance headaches and unnecessary expense. The good news? With the right weatherproof solutions, you can keep…
As winter approaches, outdoor lounging areas, smoking areas, cycle parking, and seating all face more punishing conditions, driving rain, frost, wind, sleet and freezing temperatures. For workplaces that care about employee comfort, facility longevity and aesthetic appeal, installing robust, weatherproof outdoor fixtures is not just a necessity, it’s essential. Here are five Tamstar’s best-selling products that every…
When the nights draw in and the weather turns, bikes are vulnerable to rust, dripping shelter panels, fogged glazing, and theft. Whether for schools, workplaces, residential developments or public buildings, a well-designed storage system ensures bikes stay dry, secure and ready for use through the colder months. Why Autumn and Winter Storage Matters In damp…
As temperatures drop and the UK braces for wetter, darker commutes, businesses and schools that provide covered bike storage see a clear gain: more people cycle, equipment lasts longer, and sites stay tidier and safer. If your estate already includes assets like smoking shelters, adding a cycle shelter is a logical, low-disruption upgrade that supports active travel and sustainability goals.…
Introduction: The Challenge of Autumn Weather In the UK, autumn brings cooler days, shorter evenings, and of course, plenty of rain. For anyone responsible for choosing outdoor furniture, whether in schools, parks, workplaces, or community spaces, the question is always the same: how do you find furniture that lasts in damp, unpredictable weather without becoming…
Introduction: Autumn’s Demands on Outdoor Spaces As autumn arrives in the UK, shorter days, falling leaves, and increased rainfall place new demands on outdoor spaces. Facilities managers, councils, schools, and businesses face a familiar challenge: how to keep outdoor areas safe, accessible, and functional when the weather turns. Shelters provide one of the most practical…
When the school bell rings for the start of a new term, there’s a sense of fresh beginnings. New uniforms, sharpened pencils, and renewed routines set the tone for the year ahead. But for schools, autumn isn’t just about academics, it’s also the perfect season to invest in infrastructure that benefits both students and the…
Pedal Your Way to Health, Savings & Sustainability 1. Why Cycle to Work Day Matters Every year, the UK celebrates Cycle to Work Day on the first Thursday of August—this year falling on Thursday 7 August 2025. It’s more than just a day: it’s a nationwide invitation to embrace active commuting, transforming the daily grind into a rejuvenating…
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