http://www.tilezine.co.uk The online magazine for the tiling industry Copyright (c) The Tile Association, 2010 144 31 http://www.tilezine.co.uk/tilezine144.gif http://www.tilezine.co.uk 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 18 19 20 21 22 23 Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday en-GB news@tilezine.co.uk (Lesley Day) info@skillzone.ltd.uk (SKILLZONE Ltd) 1440 http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/1 GE Capital has announced that it has provided a £3.75m asset based lending financing facility to Ceramic Prints Ltd (CP) to provide stable funding and support for the growth and development of the business. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/1 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/2 Leslie Bold also known as John to many was born in Dukinfield on the 2nd October 1919 to Phoebe and Harry and was a younger brother to Ennis. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/2 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/3 TileStyle is Ireland's leading supplier of ceramic and porcelain tiles, natural stone and related products. Established in 1980 by Jim McNaughton, the Dublin based company originally supplied the domestic market with bathroom and kitchen tiles. Recently, TileStyle has experienced strong growth in this sector and quickly expanded its services to cater for every aspect of the building industry. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/3 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/4 Schlüter-Systems has continued to answer calls from the increasing number of people wishing to install a wet room at home with the launch of a new addition to its Schlüter-KERDI-SHOWER range. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/4 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/5 Bosch has expanded its range for tillers with the introduction of the new GCT 115 Professional tile cutter which can be used by professional tradespeople to cut and drill tiles. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/5 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/6 Renowned Ultra Floor primer, Prime IT N has been used at a a new Citroen garage showroom in Northampton. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/6 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/7 Bosch, the inventor of the SDS system, will now use a system of tool-free accessory changes on its multi-cutters and the GOP 300 SCE Professional is the first tool on the market whose accessories can be fitted without additional tools such as fixing pins or screws. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/7 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/8 The ever increasing number of people looking to install a wet room at home now have even more choice when it comes to drainage options after Schlüter-Systems revealed the latest addition to its Schlüter®-KERDI-LINE range. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/8 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/9 Despite facing up to the reality of recession, consumer confidence in the UK remains unchanged with markets expecting UK economic recovery to be less anaemic than previously thought. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/9 Currency News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/10 Specialist Contractors are experiencing improvements in trade according to the latest NSCC State of Trade Survey. 44% of respondents reported an increase in enquiries in the first quarter of 2012, up from 32% last quarter, and 37% an increase in orders, up from 30%. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/10 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/11 The latest Construction Trade Survey published today shows that construction continued to suffer during 2012 Q1 but there were positive signs for some parts of the industry. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/11 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/12 Today's data from the ONS show that construction output fell by 5% in the first quarter of 2012, considerably worse than the estimate of -3% that ONS previously indicated for GDP in Q1. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/12 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/13 Following a dramatic final day in the Premier League season, Paul Woodley held on to top spot, under pressure from reigning champion Adam Reid, and was crowned champion for the 2011/2012 season. 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/68/13 Fantasy Football News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/1 At the Annual General Meeting held on 21 April 2012, Ian Kershaw was elected Chairman of the Tile Association. In taking over the chair from Ian Crowther, Ian Kershaw said that he was looking forward to taking the Association forward over the next two years. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/1 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/2 Topps Tiles announced today that marketing director Nick Ounstead, who has been with Topps Tiles for 15 years, will retire form the board with immediate effect. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/2 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/3 The showcase event for the UK stone industry returns to London's premier exhibition venue, ExCeL 30 April — 2 May 2013. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/3 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/4 Following recent news that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is launching a series of surprise inspections on high risk work environments, workplace equipment provider Slingsby has compiled a checklist to help businesses stay on the right side of the law. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/4 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/5 On Saturday, 21st April, Nicholls & Clarke's 6 acre head office based in Chadwell Heath was transformed into a fun filled, community family fun day event to celebrate St George's Day for the charity, Children Today. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/5 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/6 The appeal of wood-look, ceramic floor tiles is set to grow further with Craven Dunnill's launch of the new Memories Collection, which captures the warmth and individual characteristics of reclaimed wood. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/6 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/7 Mapei products have been utilised in the ultramodern ROCA London Gallery situated close to Chelsea Harbour. Mapei's Ultratop cementitious flooring system and Keraflex ceramic adhesive were used across the 1,100m2 single floor in the project designed by the esteemed Zaha Hadid Architects and expertly installed by Resin Flooring Specialists. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/7 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/8 RAK Ceramics has introduced its new Earth Stone range of porcelain tiles. Featuring a stunning mottled matt surface, the tiles have a distinct concrete-look and are available in a range of formats and neutral tones. Earth Stone tiles are suitable for walls and floors, in both interior and exterior applications. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/8 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/9 RAK Ceramics is sponsoring Sussex County Cricket (Sharks) Club's CB40 match against the Kent Spitfires. The annual Arundel Festival of Cricket opening match will take place on Monday 16 July at Arundel Castle Cricket Club. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/9 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/10 URBATEK, part of the Porcelanosa Group, market leader in high-tech ceramic tiles for architecture, has launched its new Fossil series, a collection available in two colours (Beige and Grey) and three finishes (Nature, Lappato and Texture). 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/10 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/11 Despite facing up to the reality of recession, consumer confidence in the UK remains unchanged with markets expecting UK economic recovery to be less anaemic than previously thought. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/11 Currency News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/12 Today's figures from ONS for GDP in the first quarter of 2012 show that the UK economy and construction industry returned to recession with a fall of 0.2% and 3% respectively. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/12 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/13 Figures released today by NHBC have shown the gap between private and public sector registrations to build new homes in the UK continues to widen, with social housing showing a 54% decrease for March 2012, compared to March last year (2,460 — 5,330). 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/13 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/14 Construction output is forecast to fall by almost 3% this year, according to the latest forecasts published today by the Construction Products Association, as the cuts to the capital budget announced in the CSR start to have a real impact on industry activity. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/14 Business News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/15 With just two games left to play in the Barclays Premier League, it remains all to play for at the top of The Tile Association Fantasy Football League. 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/67/15 Fantasy Football News http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/1 On Saturday April 21st the Birmingham Hilton Hotel hosted the 14th annual TTA Awards, honouring the very best of the wall and floor tile industry, and celebrating excellence throughout the past year. 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/1 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/2 Ian Crowther, the outgoing Chairman of The Tile Association, addresses the tile industry at the 2012 TTA Awards on April 21st. 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/2 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/3 Children Today Charitable Trust is The Tile Association's nominated charity for 2012. Since 2010, donations and pledges from attendees at the TTA Awards Dinner have raised over £20,000 for this very worthwhile charity and donations are still coming in. 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/3 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/4 Stan Valler has been named the recipient of the prestigious 'Special Achievement Award'. Made by The Tile Association itself on behalf of the industry, it recognises a special achievement by an individual who has made a difference to the wall and floor tile industry as a whole. 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/4 Leader http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/5 Whilst Real Madrid were busy beating Barcelona to maintain the position at the top of La Liga, FC Pathetico Madrid were holding tight to top spot in The Tile Association Fantasy Football League. 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tilezine.co.uk/article/66/5 Fantasy Football News