In 2017 the world ceramic tile production grew more weakly than previously, according to ACIMAC Research, quoted in the Italian publication Ceramic World Web. Tile production grew to 13,552 billion square metres, a 2.2% increase on 2016. Meanwhile tile consumption also grew by 2.2% to 13.3 billion square metres. Global import-export flows fell by 1.4% to […]
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In one of their most challenging builds, Nick Knowles and the DIY SOS team recently built a brand-new gym for the Dale Youth Boxing Club which was previously housed in Grenfell Tower. To support the build, BAL donated adhesive, tanking, grout and sealants with tiles donated by Walls and Floors (Kettering) Ltd. Founded 60 years […]
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Leeds College of Building, a TTA Associated Training Centre, is celebrating after the selection of six students for the national final of this year’s WorldSkills UK Competitions. Following the National Qualifiers which took place throughout the UK during the summer, the finalists are now in training as they prepare to compete for Gold, Silver and […]
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BAL has strengthened its specification and sales team with two new appointments. James Purrett joins the team as specification manager covering the Midlands and Wales. He has extensive experience in the bathroom sector, joining BAL from Venesta – the washroom and cubicles company – where he worked for six years as specification manager. James’ previous […]
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British Ceramic Tile’s new range of Impact splashbacks brings the luxury of marble into the home. Offering glamour and modern styling in spades, the collection combines the reflective beauty of glass with a range of stunning, discreet marble designs. Glamourous, contemporary and versatile – retailers can show customers how to breathe new life into interiors […]
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Walls and Floors have launched their brand new Trade website, which is specifically tailored to the fast-paced needs of a tradesperson. The new website, which is the result of several months development, promises to make buying tiles, tools and essentials quick and easy, whilst still maintaining the high quality service that has allowed Walls and […]
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A recent survey commissioned by home improvement and repair service, Local Heroes, has revealed that fewer than half of the nation feel confident enough to undertake DIY projects around the home. The new study, which explored the opinions of 2,000 UK adults, revealed that only 41% feel positive about tackling DIY themselves, preferring to engage […]
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The new Feature Floors from BCT celebrate the nation’s passion and love of design. An ultra-stylish range developed by three of the company’s cutting edge design experts, these new ceramic designs have been developed with the bold consumer in mind. Samantha, Luka and Stephanie form part of British Ceramic Tile’s Obsessively Original campaign, a wider […]
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With plywood being excluded from British Standards as a suitable background for wall tiling, tile backing boards such as BAL Board provide the perfect solution. They can be used in wetrooms, over underfloor heating, as dry lining and insulation, and as a flat surface for tiling. Innovative, new tile backer boards – such as BAL Board […]
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A new premium tile fixing grout by Weber joins a comprehensive range of tile prep-fix-set and joint products that are designed for specifiers and professional tile applicators. New weberjoint premium tile grout offers market leading benefits and features that will achieve a high quality finish, beautiful aesthetics and long lasting performance. weberjoint premium is a scratch-resistant, […]
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