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The 2017 tile trends to look out for
With 2016 dominated by concrete inspired ranges, 2017 is set to be an exciting year when it comes to new floor and wall tile trends. Stephen Baker, Sales and Marketing Director, at Solus Ceramics discusses the emerging tile designs set to take 2017 by storm. The use of large format tiles has…
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Sanglier appoint Mike Moran as new Director of Sales
Sanglier Ltd have appointed Mike Moran in the position of Director of Sales. Mike has a proven track record of success in the adhesives and sealants market, serving most recently as Sales Director Western Europe in the Industrial division of Bostik. “Mike is respected within the European adhesive market and…
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Joined Up Thinking Needed To Reduce Floor Insurance Payouts
Every year, UK companies pay out over £800 million a year in public liability claims caused by slips on floors. Despite this, many are continuing to invest in ineffective cleaning regimes that are actually making the problem worse. Why is this? Put simply, when it comes to maintaining floor safety…
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Flooring Industry Outlook – Flooring Trends in the United States for 2017
It’s a new year, and that means it’s time for the design industry to start making predictions for coming trends. This outlook is generally based on data collected over the past several months to years, and includes consumer buying trends, industry expert opinions, and new materials being introduced by manufacturers…
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Solus Ceramics stays on trend with new concrete flooring effect range
Leading tile supplier Solus Ceramics has launched a unique stylish floor and wall tile range inspired by the rustic beauty of concrete. Different to other concrete effect products, the new Raw range echoes authentic concrete, replicating the evocative crevices and bubbles often found in modern concrete slabs. The tiles provide…
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Taking off with its customers – FN Neuhofer Helicopter flights from the Bau 2017
A helicopter flight over beautiful southern Bavaria and Austria combined with a company visit, and all of this in connection with attendance at the Bau trade fair in Munich – that’s how efficiently current and potential customers of FN Neuhofer Holz were on the go. In less than half a…
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A Cumberlidge specialist floor coverings puts a spring in New Health and Leisure Centre’s Flooring
Dinnington-based floor and wall covering specialists, A Cumberlidge, have fitted a sports-specific flooring system in the exercise studio of the recently opened Thorncliffe Health & Leisure Centre in High Green, Sheffield. Explains Damian Bradley, project manager for A Cumberlidge: “The client had specified Junckers Sylvasport Premium boards on the New…
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Extensive enhancements announced for DOMOTEX 2018
– New exhibition layout – Annually rotating keynote theme: “Unique Youniverse” to headline show in 2018 – New run of show, from Friday to Monday DOMOTEX continues to undergo further development and enhancement, featuring a new exhibition layout and the introduction of an annual keynote theme in 2018, plus an even stronger focus…
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BAL products specified for luxury Brimstone Spa complex in Cumbria
BAL have provided a full system solution of adhesives, grouts and ancillary products for a luxury spa complex in the heart of the Lake District. 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…
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Luxury vinyl tile range from Milliken Enhanced, Refined and Designed to Combine
Milliken announces a new addition to its Luxury Vinyl Tile range: Freelay LVT. The Freelay LVT collection includes six designs and the additional benefit of effortless adhesive free installation, as well as excellent comfort and acoustic characteristics. Furthermore, the standard LVT range has been edited and the collection refined with…
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New ‘rustic vintage’ Götaland joins Kährs wood flooring range
Kährs has introduced its Götaland Collection – a new range of five oak wood floors. In colours spanning floury white to chocolate brown, the new three-strip collection combines lively oak with a vintage finish. It takes inspiration from Kährs’ Småland Collection, which includes complementary designs in a one-strip format. Named…
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Bonasystems bolsters leadership team with the new appointment of Martin Gammon, former CEO of OCS, to its board
Martin Gammon, has been appointed as non-executive director at Bonasystems, the UK-based market leader in specialist floorcare products, anti-slip solutions and consulting. Formally announced today by Steven Phillips, Managing Director at Bonasystems, Martin will play a pivotal role in the growth strategy for the company with plans in place to…
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RAK Ceramics (UK) launches Circle Wood tile collection
RAK Ceramics PJSC, one of the largest ceramics’ brands in the world, introduces a new tile collection – Circle Wood – to the UK market. Circle Wood Collection Using advanced digital printing technology, RAK Ceramics’ new Circle Wood collection interprets the essence of real wood. The gres porcelain glazed tile…
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Floors Magazine – Domotex Edition
Don’t miss Floors magazine which covers the Domotex exhibition this weekend, for details on how to appear within Floors or Floorinsite.com please email [email protected].
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The Flooring Show 2017 – Registration & Exhibitor List Online Now
The Flooring Show 2017, the UK’s largest, trade only exhibition, will be back at the Harrogate International Centre from Sunday 17th - 19th September
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Diespeker is expanding the range
Diespeker is delighted to announce the addition of almost 50 new standard terrazzo options to our range. From just over 30 standard choices, the London-based terrazzo specialist now offers 80 different designs, from neutrals to statement yellows, greens and blues. “This extended range greatly widens the choice for our customers…
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Instarmac are committed to protecting vulnerable road users
Every year there are a large number of road traffic incidents involving HGV’s and this has led to construction related initiatives such as FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) which is designed to support vulnerable road users by developing standards for construction logistics. FORS is a voluntary national accreditation scheme designed…
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What Knot providing instore demos at Screwfix branches as sales soar
With sales of What Knot, the unique device that enables anybody to use ropes without tying knots, and working on ropes of 3 mm to 15 mm thick, doubling weekly at Screwfix, the company behind it in the UK is supporting branches with in-store demonstrations. Steven Daniels, owner of Just…
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Rinos looks at the commercial side of entrance mats at Domotex 2017
Rinos shows at the Domotex exhibition 2017 how to create more value with entrance mats. This can be realised through new initiatives in the area s of functional performance, logistic service and training. The improved functional performance is reflected in two new products for commercial use. The new products link…
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A sad farewell to David Hume
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Hume. After nearly 30 years in the flooring industry, Dave retired at the end of March. Dave started at Gripperrods in 1987 before joining Stikatak in 1997 and then in 2008 joined the Interfloor team when Stikatak was…
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Garden State Hotel, Melbourne installing by Ege
Technē Architecture + Interior Design has completely rebuilt this four-storey bar and hospitality venue while preserving its distinctive exterior, a heritage Victorian era building that began life as a textile mill in 1896. The hugely ambitious 2,000 square-metre project preserves much of the original factory’s saw tooth roof while opening…
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New Trailer Restraint System a Win-Win for Interfloor and XPO Logistics
The team behind a new trailer restraint system – the first of its kind in the UK – has been recognised for its innovative invention which allows larger loose loads to be carried more safely. Flooring and accessories manufacturer Interfloor, based in Haslingden Lancashire, and its supply chain partner XPO…
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Resin Flooring Specialists meter commercial kitchen brief for Hilton Hotel
Leading manufacturers Resin Surfaces Limited (RSL) and expert installers Resintek Services Ltd have teamed up to supply commercial flooring to one of the Hilton group’s newest London hotels. The Hilton London Bankside is based on Great Suffolk Street, SE1 and is popular with tourists keen to be close to the…
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Cundall London office becomes first project in Europe to achieve WELL Certification
Cundall’s new London office at One Carter Lane is the first building in the UK and Europe to achieve WELL Certification through the WELL Building Standard™ (WELL). Cundall seized the opportunity to pursue WELL for the fit-out of its new 15,400ft2 CAT A London office, which became WELL Certified™ at the…
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Fila focus turns to Support Division for SDS 2017
Surface care specialist, Fila is set to focus on its growing support division – FILASERVICE – at the Surface Design Show 2017. Set up to provide continual assistance to manufacturers, planners, contractors and builders, the division offers services spanning from advice on daily cleaning regimes to extraordinary maintenance. Recent global…
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