The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in Construction

Taking a look at all things relating to Howarth Timber & Building Supplies and the merchanting industry. We’ll catch up with staff, suppliers, customers and hear all of the stories that make Howarth your merchant of choice. Get involved and let us know your thoughts.

The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in Construction is a business podcast hosted by Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Howarth Timber & Building Supplies hosts The 1840 Podcast - Building Knowledge in Construction, a business show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #8

  The Brick Bud Wall Support System

  Jan 11, 202629 minS2

  <p>In this episode of the 1840 Podcast we uncover the true story behind BrickBud, a construction safety system designed to prevent dangerous wall blowdowns on building sites. </p><p>BrickBud was born from a life-changing accident. Carl Harris, an experienced bricklayer and site manager, was working on site when an untied brick wall collapsed in high winds, crushing his leg under hundreds of bricks. The incident ended his bricklaying career instantly and led to years of physical injury, mental health challenges, and financial hardship. </p><p>Rather than allowing the accident to define him, Carl turned his experience into innovation...

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  Episode #7

  Mastering Rubber Roofing with Flex-R

  Dec 14, 202539 minS2

  <p>In this episode of the Howarth Timber & Building Supplies 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Barry Shorrock, Sales Director at Flex-R — one of the UK’s most proactive and trusted names in EPDM rubber roofing. From the surprising history of EPDM and its 60-year track record, to why it’s becoming the go-to solution for everything from extensions to garden rooms, Paul and Barry break down the myths, the methods, and the must-knows of modern flat roofing.</p><p>Packed with insights on durability, training, installation, new technologies, and the growing demand for flame-free roofing systems, this episode is a m...

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  Episode #6

  Customers & Comrades - Two Friends, One Ocean

  Nov 30, 202555 minS2

  <p>Join us for a story of grit, friendship, and an unbelievable challenge about to unfold on the Atlantic Ocean - starting 24th January 2026.</p><p></p><p>Only around 2,000 people have ever rowed across the Atlantic. Soon, two more names will join that list: Johnny Towers and Shaun Phelps — lifelong friends whose bond was forged in the Royal Marines and strengthened through years of hardship, humour, and hard graft.</p><p></p><p>Johnny, a roofer by trade and a loyal customer at our Blackburn branch, is no stranger to tough weather and long days. Shaun, a former prison of...

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  Episode #5

  Andy Moore - 1.3 Million Miles in Timber

  Nov 16, 202544 minS2

  <p>Join host Paul Bullivant for a special episode of the 1840 Podcast, as we sit down with industry legend Andy Moore of Kronospan, alongside timber category manager Gary Froggatt. In this milestone conversation, Andy reflects on an extraordinary 45-year career in the timber and wood panel industry, clocking up over 1.3 million miles and witnessing seismic changes in the merchant market.</p><p>From his early days at Wayrock in the 1980s—navigating recession, innovation, and the quirks of the “Yellow Peril” Ford Cortina—to leadership roles at influential companies, Andy shares candid stories, career-defining moments, and the lessons learned from decades...

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  Episode #4

  2025 Landscaping Review

  Nov 2, 202540 minS2

  <p>In this episode of The 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Becki Hughes from Talasey to discuss the 2025 landscaping season: what’s shaping the market, which materials are leading the way, and what merchants and landscapers can expect heading into 2026.</p><p>From views on the market, why porcelain sales have overtaken natural stone, and Becki’s predictions on the trends for next year. She also opens up about the challenges the industry is facing, such as Red Sea shipping delays and extended monsoon seasons, and how Talasey is adapting.</p><p>Subjects covered:</p>Market OverviewMaterial Trends – Porcel...

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