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CRUK: More manufacturers displaying sustainable ranges at Harrogate
Compared to previous years, it was refreshing to see more sustainable product ranges being displayed by manufacturers at the show this year, which demonstrates the desire for change and responsibility for recyclability at end of life, according to Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK). Speaking after a successful 2023 Harrogate Flooring Show,…
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New Altro Illustra draws inspiration from the natural world
Altro continues to innovate with the launch of Altro Illustra™ – a class-leading safety floor with stunning natural aesthetic designs and the option to go adhesive-free to save carbon, money and time. The latest development from Altro draws inspiration from the natural world with a range that delivers visual texture…
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Schlüter-Systems to showcase hospitality range at HIX, London
(Stand 64C London Business Design Centre – 16-17 November 2023) Schlüter-Systems, market leaders of high-quality system solutions for tile and stone applications, will be exhibiting at this year’s HIX show on 16 & 17 November. With an extensive portfolio including underfloor heating, tile trims, shower profiles, shelves and waterproofing systems, all backed…
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Concrete flooring is more sustainable than you think
~ The environmental and financial benefits of concrete in flooring applications ~ Over the last 100 years, concrete has been integral to the built environment, creating our schools, homes, and roads. Across the world we use 30 billion tons of concrete each year and demand only continues to grow. But…
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Set to impress in Shropshire with Schlüter-Systems
Tucked away in a beautiful town in Shropshire, overlooking the River Severn, sits a newly built three story residential property. The home consists of several impressive features, including a cinema room, the open plan kitchen with its feature island which sits at approximately 6m long, and a home spa. Each…
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Schlüter-Systems helps architects and specifiers with RIBA-approved CPD programme
Schlüter-Systems,the market leading specialist in innovative solutions for tile and stone installations, has been offering support and advice to architects and specifiers for over 25 years. Today, this support includes RIBA approved CPD seminars, delivered by experienced Schlüter-Systems specification experts. The range of five 45-60 minute CPD seminars focuses on key…
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Make More of Entrance Mats with Floorwise
The entrance matting collection from floorwise provides a superb range of mats ready to keep dirt and moisture at bay and keep entrances looking tip top. With traditional coir, fibre-bonded polypropylene and heavy-duty nylon scraper mats, your local floorwise distributor is ready to fulfil almost any domestic or commercial matting requirement so that…
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Petersham Hotel – Schlüter-Systems
Situated in Richmond, Surrey and overlooking the River Thames, the Petersham Hotel’s Tower suite has been refurbished to ensure that visitors enjoy the very best bathroom experience! Tile and stone protection expert Schlüter-Systems was on hand to provide a level entry system solution. A popular destination for weddings and other grand events, the…
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Recofloor: Help for contractors on large project sites
In recent years, the flooring industry has undergone a significant shift towards sustainability. For construction companies and building contractors working with vinyl flooring on large commercial projects, embracing recycling initiatives like Recofloor offers a simple yet effective solution to reduce waste generated from project sites and contribute to a greener…
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Choose the Healthier and Safer Way to Spray
The healthier and safer way to spray; floorwise F597 Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive is the 100% dichloromethane (DCM) free answer to a range of on-site fixing challenges. Receiving high praise from installers for its ability to stick better than most ‘normal’ sprays, floorwise F597 Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive has been developed by floorwise as a…
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Our John – Ball & Young
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved colleague and friend, John O’Connell, who worked with us at Ball & Young for an incredible 22 years. John, often affectionately referred to as “Our John,” was an exceptional individual with the biggest heart,…
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A HISTORY IN FLOORING BY BALL & YOUNG
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Ball & Young, the company was founded in 1983 by Martin Ball and Jim Young, and is based at Corby Enterprise Zone, located here after the redevelopment of the area. Ball & Young, part of The Vita Group, has now been at the…
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The Quality Needed for a Fantastic Finish
Profiles from floorwise give the quality needed when it comes to the start of a fantastic floor. When it comes to a fantastic floor, profiles provide the finishing touch and can make or break an otherwise great looking floor. That’s why floorwise prioritises quality and finish across its profile collections. The floorwise range – especially…
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Adaptable underfloor heating technologies from Schlüter-Systems
Schlüter-Systems, as a leading manufacturer of tile installation products, also offers both conventional underfloor heating (UFH) and an electrical undertile heating alternative suitable for diverse applications: the manufacturer’s two CAD-enabled options for the 21st century – BEKOTEC-THERM and DITRA-HEAT E. The first is a hydronic system that can be installed in the traditional way beneath different floor finishes throughout…
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Carpet Recycling UK: Big increase in 2021 waste diversion figure
Carpet Recycling UK has reported a large increase in the amount of carpet and textile flooring waste being diverted from landfill in 2021 with 82% of the 462,000 tonnes of waste generated that year finding alternative reuse, recycling, treatment and disposal routes. Commenting on the latest figures released at their…
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Navigating the UK’s waste regulations with Recofloor
When it comes to disposing of vinyl flooring waste, flooring contractors need to know what is required under the UK’s waste regulations to comply with the law. Recofloor’s Scheme Manager, Carla Eslava explains the options for participants using the take-back collection service. Recofloor was founded in 2009 by flooring manufacturers…
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Get Your Nose Ahead with Floorwise Nosing
Through the wide range of high quality nosing from floorwise, you can ensure that any commercial building enjoys visible, safe and secure stair edges. Selecting the right stair nosing depends on the type of surfacing on the treads and the design of the risers, so when taking on any commercial staircase,…
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Carpet Recycling UK Annual Conference and Awards 21-22 June 2023
Future prospects and direction for carpet and textile flooring waste Legislation and Government policy influencing the carpet and textile flooring sector’s creation of circular initiatives will be a key focus at Carpet Recycling UK’s (CRUK) much-anticipated Annual Conference, Dinner and Awards Event at the voco® St. John’s Solihull on June…
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Give wise advice with Floorwise underlays
With floorwise underlays, you can give customers the right buying advice whatever their budget. Consumers spend time deciding on the style of their carpet, but enhancing the longevity and comfort of their carpet with a good quality underlay is often an afterthought. With the wide choice of floorwise underlays, it is possible to…
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Schlüter-Systems – Installer show preview
At this year’s Installer Show, Schlüter-Systems will be focusing on their impressive range of underfloor heating solutions which comprise both electric and hydronic (water-fed) systems. The new DITRA-HEAT-PS is a peel and stick version of the company’s established electric system. The membrane enables simple, clean and quick installation of electric underfloor heating with…
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The Mark of a Fantastic Carpet Installation
Diamond Gripper from floorwise is the installer’s mark of a fantastic carpet installation. The power of social media to drive new business sees many installers uploading pictures of recent installation work, including progress shots displaying their choice of accessories such as carpet grippers and underlays. On a regular basis, these…
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Recofloor can help zero waste targets
Collaboration with Recofloor can assist architects, specifiers and construction companies with minimising CO2 emissions and help towards achieving zero waste targets on projects where vinyl flooring is being specified. With growing pressure on the construction industry to reduce its carbon footprint, Recofloor offers a sustainable, straightforward and affordable solution to…
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FORBO’S NEW ALLURA COLLECTION OFFERS CONTRACTORS READILY AVAILABLE LVT STOCK
As part of its Allura Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) collection refresh, Forbo Flooring Systems has developed a new offering specifically designed for flooring contractors. The specially selected collection will provide contractors with a range of ‘off the shelf’ Allura options, available in a variety of installation constructions to ensure there…
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What is the #1 Pain Point ALL Concrete Prep & Polish Contractors must deal with? – EDGING!
WerkMaster comes to the rescue! Are you like most concrete prep and polish contractors who are frustrated with their current edging solution? Dissatisfied with your walk behind the edger, or resigning yourself to being on your hands and knees with a labour-intensive hand grinder? Edging can cost up to 40% of…
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Understand your existing waste and recycling contracts, says Carpet Recycling UK
Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK) is urging visitors to the Buying Groups National Flooring Show (BGNFS) on May 10th to 11th to bring knowledge and information of their current waste and recycling contracts with them if they want help in finding sustainable solutions for their carpet and textile flooring wastes. Exhibiting on stand…
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