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Output in the Construction Industry, Dec – Q4 2013
Released: 14 February 2014 – Download PDF Contents Key Points Introduction Economic Context Output in the Construction Industry – December and Q4 2013 Construction Estimates in Gross Domestic Product Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points The seasonally adjusted estimate of construction output in Q4 2013 is estimated to have risen by 0.2%…
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SME Lending Inquiry Opened
Politicians have opened an inquiry into bank lending to small and medium-sized business (SMEs). The Treasury Select Committee (TSC) investigation will focus on access to finance for businesses, competition in the sector and the treatment of SMEs by banks. The first session will take place on Tuesday 25 February 2014.…
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Tax Evasion Campaign Launched
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has unveiled an advertising campaign tackling tax evaders who hold money in offshore accounts. Launched by Chancellor George Osborne, the newspaper and magazine campaign will highlight the penalties for tax evasion. Evaders face fines of 200 per cent of the tax owed and the possibility…
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A Record Number Of Women In Work
The employment rate for women is at its highest since records began, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed. More than two thirds (67.2 per cent) of working age women have jobs, which equates to more than 14 million people. Employment Minister Esther McVey said: “Record numbers of women…
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A Rainbow of Colourful Entrances – Entrance Matting
When you want to make a colourful entrance, there is always Plan.b from COBA Entrance Matting! The custom-made to order entrance matting system with its extensive colour palette is proving very popular for a wide range of installations. Plan.b entrance matting is both fashionable and functional. It features rows of…
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Interfloor launches Meister laminate flooring with John Lewis
Image: Meister’s Majestic laminate flooring in Boathouse Oak Interfloor has launched a range of Meister laminate flooring with John Lewis. Meister, a leading German manufacturer of hard flooring, including laminate, engineered wood, cork and linoleum, has an outstanding reputation for design, innovation and environmentally friendly products. This represents a significant initiative…
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In a class of its own – Jaymart Matting
Jaymart’s prestige Alligator-Raincheck high performance entrance matting system was recently the matting system of choice for the Millennium Point, Birmingham’s flagship Millennium project in the Eastside which celebrates and encourages science, technology and education. Alligator Raincheck effectively prevents foot-borne ingress of dirt and moisture, and its aluminium mat ribs scrape…
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Schlüter®-DITRA – The reference point in quality for over 25 years
With its distinctive bright orange appearance and innovative features, it’s no wonder Schlüter®-DITRA remains the reference point for many installers when it comes to quality. Unrivalled in its position as a worldwide leading product for over 25 years, Schlüter®-DITRA is the unsurpassed uncoupling membrane for tile and natural stone installations…
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Keeping your air healthy with Taylor Adhesives
As flooring contractors are aware, end users have become more conscious about having sustainable products used in their properties. Taylor Adhesives supports this change by offering the only MS glue product that is GREENGUARD® approved. The GREENGUARD® Certification identifies interior products and materials that have low chemical emissions to improve…
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Steve Grimwood – Back to Basics – Part Two
In the second part of Osmo’s back to basics column, Steve Grimwood, Managing Director of Osmo UK, discusses why flooring adhesives shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to specifying the best products for a project….. It is commonplace – indeed, I would suggest, essential – that contractors consider the type…
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Gerflor Mipolam Cosmo offers low potential for slip
Ideal for heavy traffic areas in healthcare, education and other busy environments, Mipolam Cosmo offers low potential for slip (≥36 wet) when tested to BS 79762:2002. It’s also easy to maintain and provides outstanding stain resistance. By combining the renowned hard-wearing Mipolam Cosmo with its revolutionary, patented Evercare™ surface treatment, international…
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Gerflor plays its part in the creation of family firm’s superstore
Independent electrical goods retailer HBH Woolacotts specified international vinyl flooring specialist Gerflor’s Creation Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank (LVT) range for its new 18,000ft2 store. Working with design, shopfitting and management consultancy AM System Ltd, the client chose four styles from the Creation range to define spaces, without obvious walkways, which…
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Designer Contracts launches carpet recycling scheme
Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor has introduced a carpet recycling scheme in conjunction with Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK). The scheme works by diverting 90% of Designer Contracts fitter’s unfitted carpet into felt underlay. What isn’t turned into underlay is used in the equestrian sector for arena flooring. The…
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Louis de Poortere weaves a colourful impression at Interiors UK
The Louis de Poortere stand was a hive of activity throughout Interiors UK, as visitors headed to the stand to catch a glimpse of the newest releases and existing ranges of elegant rugs and broadloom products from the well-known manufacturer. Both new rug collections were met with much enthusiasm as…
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A close look at nature with Antron® Carpet fibre
Drawing inspiration from organic biology and the health giving properties of nature, Magnified Cosmos is the third colour trend predicted for commercial interiors by INVISTA’s Antron® carpet fibre and Global Colour Research collaboration. Magnified Cosmos explores our relationship with flora, transcending purely decorative needs and reminding us of how the…
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Sign-up on the up for Floorwise Aware
Retailers across the country are beginning to receive their Floorwise Aware marketing packs as interest in the pink underlay in support of Breast Cancer Care continues to grow. “We are enjoying excellent sign-up to the campaign from retailers keen to become part of this charitable incentive,” says Richard Bailey, managing…
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Beauty and comfort underfoot from Luxury Woods
Designed to offer a totally comprehensive range of looks inspired by nature, the exciting new Luxury Woods collection brings an assortment of beautiful wood species and colours to the Leoline vinyl flooring product portfolio alongside superb underfoot comfort and long lasting wear. With a wide range of colours, tones and…
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UK Flooring Direct introduce new tiers for most competitive prices yet
UK Flooring Direct have just announced a radical restructure to its pricing tiers, with huge discounts on bulk purchases now available making prices from the leading online flooring supplier arguably the most competitive in the country for trade buyers. Not just ensuring a fast and reliable source of quality product,…
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Mapei paves the way at Birmingham New Street
A complete system of Mapei products has been specified in the flooring build up of new public concourses within Birmingham’s New Street Station. The £600m redevelopment scheme will include a new concourse, exterior façade and entrances. On behalf of principal contractor – Mace – Grants of Shoreditch and UKS Group…
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Carpet Recycling UK beats landfill diversion target two years early
Latest figures released by Carpet Recycling UK reveal a record-breaking 107,000 tonnes of waste carpet were reused, recycled and recovered in the UK during 2013 – up 21% (22,000 tonnes) on the previous year. This landfill diversion rate of 27% means that CRUK has exceeded its original target of 25%…
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Retailers Propose Business Rates Reform
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has published a set of ideas to reform the business rates system. The Road to Reform proposes incentives for businesses to invest in property, as well as support for the regeneration of high streets and job creation. Potential options for further discussion: Replacing the current…
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Government Support For Flood-Hit Businesses
Businesses affected by recent flooding can get Government support to help them recover. Announcing the package of measures David Cameron said that “money is no object to help this flood relief effort”. Eligible flood-hit businesses can receive: A £5,000 ‘repair and renew’ grant to build flood protection into businesses as…
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Annuities Market ‘Not Working’, Says FCA
The annuities market is “not working” for the majority of customers, according to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA found that 60 per cent of consumers do not switch provider when they buy their annuity. But 80 per cent of those who purchase an annuity from their existing pension…
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Welsh bespoke carpet Dragons blaze proudly at the Mercure Cardiff
Complete with dragon heads and intertwined Celtic medallions, Lano Flooring Solutions has produced a gold and red bespoke carpet stretching across the 700m2 of the elegant ballroom for the Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel and Spa at the vibrant centre of Wales’ capital city. Named the “Owain Glyndwr Suite”, in…
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Tiler wins brand new van with BAL
Professional tiler Mark Ellam has enjoyed the best possible start to 2014, as the lucky winner of a brand new van from BAL. Tilers using BAL Micromax2, BAL Max-Flex Fibre and BAL White Star plus, and logging their purchases online, had earned free entries into the draw during 2013. Mark’s name…
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