Shine a light on bad practice, not our walls

A frequent concern of our members who work in the housebuilding sector relates to unfair snagging practices on internal finishes.

Change won’t happen unless we stand above the parapet, and therefore FIS is shining a light on unfair snagging practices.

Entry closes on 1 August! Enter our Training Awards today!

The awards recognise achievement and excellence in the plastering and interior fit-out sector.

10 Years Together

Supporting, growing and shaping the sector.

Uniting the supply chain to raise standards and improve quality, safety and sustainability in the £10 billion Finishes, Fit-out and Interiors Sector

Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) was created to draw the finishes and interiors supply chain together to improve safety and quality, minimise risk, enhance productivity and help embrace innovation.   

Our membership comprises fit-out and specialist contractors, manufacturers and suppliers.  All members are vetted against a strict criteria that helps promote quality, safety and best practice in the sector.

Addressing rising construction costs in Scotland

Addressing rising construction costs in Scotland

The Scottish Government recognises the significant pressures currently faced by the construction industry due to the dramatic rise in the cost of fuel and materials, inflation, and stretched public budgets. These pressures, coming on top of the continued impact from...

New Competence Requirements in the Construction Products Sector

New Competence Requirements in the Construction Products Sector

Last week, FIS Technical Director, Joe Cilia joined representatives of the CPA to discuss a new white paper on new requirements for competence in the construction products sector. The White Paper outlines proposals for a standard to unite everyone who uses or works...

Initial Impacts of Recent Market Chaos on Housing and Construction

Initial Impacts of Recent Market Chaos on Housing and Construction

It is still clearly early days into the chaos in the financial markets following the Chancellor’s ‘Mini Budget’. The CPA Summer forecasts certainly didn’t have banks stopping lending for mortgages (40% of all mortgage products had been withdrawn as of Thursday...

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FIS provides specialist support for technical, commercial, business or training matters. Find out the benefits of membership

FIS Specifiers Corner

FIS has a wealth of specialist information and services that support specification in the finishes & interiors sector

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FIS Members are subjected to ongoing audits. Find a supplier or contractor in our membership directory

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