Rectified tiles: Precision beyond aesthetics
Rectified tiles have become one of the defining characteristics of contemporary ceramic design. Their appeal is immediately visible: straighter lines, narrower and more consistent...
Getting the right floor build-up for underfloor heating
An efficient heated floor is determined by the whole system. Floor finish matters, but so do the screed, insulation, pipe layout, adhesive and operating...
Iron Breakout vs Rust: What’s causing those orange patio stains?
Iron breakout is a common cause of orange staining on patios and paths, and the resulting marks can be difficult to remove. They’re frequently...
Victorian and Geometric Tile Installation
As with any tiling project, successful Victorian tile installations begin with thorough surface preparation. Flatness is particularly critical due to the intricate patterns and...
Restoring and maintaining victorian tiles and mosaics
Original or newly manufactured, Victorian tiles and mosaics remain a popular flooring choice. Found in period properties and contemporary buildings, their distinctive patterns and...
Tiling in extreme weather conditions
Many tiling projects take place outdoors, in conservatories, garages, balconies or internally in new-build properties and those subject to renovation where environmental conditions can...
Should I seal natural stone before and after grouting?
By Mark Atkins, LTP Director
Sealing is often treated as the final stage of a tiling project but, in many cases, it’s something that should...
Why grout is the unsung hero of a full tiling system
By Joe Mitchell, product manager – flooring and tiling, Saint-Gobain Weber
Grout can have a significant influence on both the appearance and long-term performance of...
Tiling over underfloor heating with large format tiles
By Jim Percival, technical director, Palace Chemicals, considers how the benefits of underfloor heating (UFH) can be safely enjoyed in combination with large format...
Tiling onto underfloor heating systems
By Matthew Mowforth, ARDEX training and technical support manager
Successful tiling onto heated floors requires careful planning and preparation. As the floor heats up and...
The aesthetic revolution in ceramics
By Alejandro Navarro, CEO of Argenta Cerámica
In the world of design and architecture, the trend towards hyper-realistic textures and reliefs is transforming spaces. The...
Why tiles are one of the best floor finishes for underfloor heating
Amber Underfloor Heating’s technical manager, Steven Burnett, shares the reasons why tiles are one of the best choices for underfloor heating, including his expert...
Jackoboard from BEWI adds stunning finishing touch to new Staffordshire barn conversion
BEWI’s Jackoboard insulated construction board has featured strongly on a barn conversion near Stafford, making possible an impressive vaulted feature ceiling.
Jackoboard construction boards are...
The benefits of flowable grouts for internal and external floor tiling
Jim Percival, Technical Director at Palace Chemicals, considers the increasing popularity of flowable grouts.
Ease of application, excellent coverage, and long-lasting performance have combined to...
How a system solution reduces risk from ground to grout
Joe Mitchell, product manager – flooring and tiling, Saint-Gobain Weber, explains why tilers shouldn’t think in terms of individual products
The performance of a tiled...
Outdoor kitchens
Mark Atkins, LTP director, discusses what tilers and suppliers need to know about the outdoor kitchen trend
Outdoor kitchens are one of this summer’s biggest...
Tailor-made: why personalisation is no longer optional
Small format tile producer Decocer explains why the future of tiling is bespoke
For decades, the ceramic industry was driven by standardisation, developing products designed...
Focus on smoothing and levelling compounds
Gary Haigh, training and technical support manager at ARDEX Group, explains why smoothing and levelling compounds
Smoothing and levelling compounds are designed to eliminatesurface irregularities...
The role of tile adhesives in the move to improved sustainability
Jim Percival, Technical Director at Palace Chemicals, describes how the trend towards the adoption of the latest generation of tile adhesives is helping the...
Beating the heat with best practice tips for summer tiling
Stephen Lovatt, aftercare manager at Saint-Gobain Weber, provides some important tips for tiling in extreme weather conditions
We Brits love discussing the weather, and it’s...
Tackling graffiti the right way
Mark Atkins, director, LTP, explains how to remove graffiti without damaging common urban surfaces
There are lots of positives about long summer evenings and warmer...
Adhesive selection and understanding classifications
Alex Underwood, head of marketing (tiling), ARDEX Group, details everything you need to know about adhesive classifications
Tile adhesive classifications are standardised codes used to...
Navigating glass mosaic vs. porcelain in modern pools
Raquel Martínez, general manager at Alttoglass Group, discusses the different surface material options for modern pool applications
When designing contemporary swimming pools, selecting the right...
Tile fixing techniques for MMC builds
Paul Sycamore, application manager tiling and flooring, Saint-Gobain Weber, discusses the ramifications of new, modular construction practices for the tiling trade
Modern methods of construction...
The use of glass mosaic in contemporary architecture
Celia Lacomba, marketing director at ONIX, discusses the recent evolution of glass mosaic in architectural installations
Glass mosaic has evolved significantly in recent years, moving...
How often should I reseal?
Mark Atkins, LTP director, explains how often sealing stone floors is necessary to maintain an optimal appearance
Sealing a stone floor with a protective sealer...
Smooth operator
Jim Percival, technical director at Palace Chemicals, considers the importance of smoothing and levelling compounds in achieving a successful tiling finish
Possibly the most important...
Dispelling the myths of uncoupling
James Hailstones, ARDEX Group training and technical support manager, discusses key considerations for uncoupling membranes
With today’s requirements for large tiles, faster installation and the...
Preparing subfloors for electric underfloor heating under tile
Amber Underfloor Heating’s technical manager, Steven Burnett, shares expert advice on subfloor preparation to ensure optimal system performance from electric underfloor heating installed beneath...
Getting wetrooms right: why cleaning and protection matters
Lisa Breakspear explains the necessity of due diligence in wetroom installations
When installing tiles in a wetroom, getting the basics right in terms of protection...






















