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The latest Economic & Construction Market Review from Barbour ABI highlights a slowing in construction activity in September this year. Figures from the ONS, quoted in the Review, indicate that the construction sector in the UK expanded by 2.9% in the three months to August 2018. This followed growth of 3.3% in the three months […]

UltraTileFix, part of the multi award-winning Instarmac Group plc, is home to a portfolio of high performance ready mixed and cementitious powder tile adhesives – a range that includes the much-loved ProSuper Grip. ProSuper Grip acrylic wall tile adhesive, has been specially formulated for its non-slip, high grab properties which allow for the speedy application […]

BAL has launched a new improved epoxy grout specifically for floor tiling installations. Available in new Smoke and Ebony colours, BAL Floor Epoxy is a three-part hygienic impervious epoxy resin grout for floors. With a resin-based formulation comprising liquid resin, liquid hardener and powder filler, BAL Floor Epoxy offers numerous benefits for the contractor as […]

Nicholls & Clarke are manufacturers and distributors of a wide portfolio of building materials within the UK and internationally. As a business that has been in operation for over 140 years, they are accustomed to making continually development and realigning their business to meet the demands of the current market. As part of a strategic […]

The TTA urges the industry to get ready for the TTA Awards 2019. The tiling industry’s big night will take place on Friday 12 April at The Hilton Birmingham Metropole at the NEC. There are superb sponsorship opportunities available once again.  The TTA Awards are an unbeatable opportunity to get your brand in front of […]

Walls and Floors has appointed Jason West as its Wholesale and Distribution area sales manager for the South Wales and M4 Corridor areas. This move comes as part of the company’s plans to strengthen its wholesale and distribution support in all regions throughout the UK. Jason, who has over 20 of experience in the tiling […]

Norcros Adhesives is investing in a range of improvements at its Stoke-on-Trent factory, designed to support a projected increase in manufacturing capacity of 150 per cent.  The company aims to improve both manufacturing efficiency and also drive up product quality. The changes include the implementation of a new ERP system to strengthen management controls and […]

Growth for the UK’s construction sector next year has been downgraded amid signs Brexit uncertainty and on-going delays in the delivery of major infrastructure projects continue to weigh on activity. The Construction Products Association’s Autumn Forecasts anticipate growth will remain flat in 2018, and rise by only 0.6% in 2019, a downward revision from its […]

Penrith Tile Centre Ltd has completed a second stunning project for Cumbrian Homes, using a range of Tilemaster Adhesives’ products.  In this latest development, at Carleton Manor Park, Penrith designed and installed all tiled spaces throughout the Manor’s nine luxury apartments and their communal areas. Surfaces specified included 450x450mm Carrera Grey marble-effect tiles, with Planked […]

Blush is back and is set to make a big impact in the kitchen and bathroom market. While rose gold and fuchsia have had their time to shine, British Ceramic Tile is embracing the return of the muted millennial pink hue, adding a playful, feminine vibe to homes with the launch of the new Illusion […]