The Government has introduced new plans to fix the “broken housing market” and build more homes across England. The plans include the creation of a new £3 billion Home Building Fund. Communities Secretary Sajid Javid says the current system isn’t working and is one of the greatest barriers to progress in Britain today. The reforms […]

HSB flooring contractors finished a refurb in 2016 at King’s Cross Premier Inn. The job had lasted several weeks, during which the hotel remained open. When a building remains operational during a project additional challenges are always presented. This project ran without issue or delays, thanks to the versatile UltraFloor Level IT Bond and speedy Level […]

The TTA is delighted that there are now six Gold sponsors for this year’s Awards – ARDEX, BAL, Bellota, Impey Showers, Norcros Adhesives and Tilemaster Adhesives. These leading brands have all recognized the benefit that the Awards sponsorship can play within their marketing plans for the year. The TTA is very grateful for their support. […]

Tilemaster has launched its new ultra-rapid-setting self-leveller – Super Flow 30. It is a two-part system which provides a top surface finish that can be walked on within 30 minutes – and covered with decorative floor coverings after 90 minutes and ceramics within 45-60 minutes. The new ‘game changer’ compound offers multiple fixer benefits – from […]

From 6pm on Tuesday 7 February until 5pm on Thursday 9 February, over 170 exhibitors will be showcasing thousands of interior and exterior surfaces, as Surface Design Show 2017 returns to London’s Business Design Centre. Professionals can register for free to attend via the show website, ensuring they are the first to discover the newest and most exciting […]

European Heritage has completed a new project, supported by K8 software from Kerridge, at its Fulham showroom. European Heritage is a family business specialising in the supply of natural stone, porcelain and ceramic tiles – plus associated building materials such as under-floor heating systems, grouts and adhesives. Most of the products sold are imported from […]

Nick Bratt, national specification manager at Norcros Adhesives has been part of a major fundraising event for the Rainy Day Trust – the Monte Carlo VADO car rally. The concept of the VADO Rally is that teams of up to four people working in the builders’ and plumbers’ merchant sectors are invited to take part […]

Topps Tiles, the UK’s largest tile retailer, has taken out membership of the TTA. With 356 stores and a growing 30 per cent share of the UK retail market, Topps Tiles adds significant weight to the TTA’s presence in the retail sector. Members now include businesses of all sizes from the smallest through to the […]

A community project headed by mosaic artist, Tracey Cartledge, has been completed using Instarmac adhesive and grout. Chorlton Central Church commissioned the striking external focal point to be designed by Tracey, who holds weekly mosaic classes at the church. Manchester-based tiler and Instarmac advocate, Andy Carroll, was asked to support the mosaic installation with his […]

Featuring stunning tiling throughout in a demanding environment, including electric and water-fed underfloor heating systems, the new Brimstone Spa complex at the Langdale Estate Hotel in Cumbria oozes elegance and sophistication. The 990sq m development includes ten treatment rooms, seven thermal experiences including a Himalayan salt steam grotto, an outdoor sauna, and a heated relaxation infinity […]