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Junckers is Europe’s leading producer of solid, pre-finished hardwood floors, everywhere from private houses, shops and sports clubs to high profile public buildings including art galleries, airports, museums and concert halls. Suitable for use over underfloor heating systems and acoustic systems. Leading architects all over the world have specified Junckers floors for more than seventy five years – a measure of good looks and sheer quality.

5 Underfloor Heating FAQs: Answered!

Underfloor heating is becoming an increasingly popular heating system in the UK. As an energy efficient alternative to a traditional boiler and radiator system –...

Intceram partners with Expect Distribution

Expect Distribution, a contract logistics and warehousing company, has partnered with tile company IntCeram.The company...

KCS unveils “exciting and sustainable” initiatives at annual conference

At its recent Konnect Customer Conference event, taking place 2-3 March in Stratford-upon-Avon, Kerridge Commercial...

Builders’ charity expands counselling service

A national builders’ charity has expanded the support it offers to tradespeople after figures indicated...

Smart Marketing Works invests in growth

Marketing agency Smart Marketing Works has announced several recent investments in its team.The agency, which...

Instarmac expands board of directors

Instarmac Group has announced the appointment of two board members and a managing director designate...

Easy Bathrooms appoints experienced industry figure to drive trade sales

Easy Bathrooms has appointed Iain Robertson, co-founder of leading tile adhesive brand, Rocatex, to drive...

Colin Higham retires from BEWI UK

'BEWI UK, the owner of the JACKOBOARD® brand of construction boards and tiling backerboards, has...

Every day is a learning day

Weber recently welcomed a class of MSc students to Flitwick to learn about supply chain...

Going green: Half of tradespeople concerned about the environment and sustainability

Half of tradespeople are concerned about the environment and sustainability, recent research has suggested.The findings,...

FILA celebrates 80th anniversary in Italy

Recently, FILA has announced, 80 years have passed since brothers Guido and Pietro Pettenon founded...

Tilemaster Adhesives achieves ISO 9001 Certification

Tilemaster Adhesives, the UK subsidiary of the Kerakoll Group, has gained ISO 90001 certification. This...

Ceramique Internationale achieves growth despite challenging times

Leeds-based tile importer and distributor Ceramique Internationale has recorded 20% growth in turnover across all...

TTA’S vision to create a more sustainable future in the tiling industry

TTA is committed to helping its members and the wider industry tackle the issues where...

TTA to host second Golf Day

Following on from the success of the Golf Day as a stand-alone event in 2022,...

TTA to host a series of technical masterclasses

The majority are to be held at TTA HQ, The Mount, 43 Stafford Road, Stone,...

Mapei UltraColor Plus with “zero impact” on climate change now available in the UK

Mapei UltraColor Plus is the first of a recently introduced line of carbon neutral products...

Lake District sets the scene for Ceramique Internationale’s latest tile range

Ceramique Internationale’s recently launched Cutstone tile collection delivers a backdrop “as dramatic as the ancient...

Turkish tile manufacturing: an overview

When we think of tile manufacturing, most people’s minds will turn immediately to Europe’s de...

Neptune: “an integral, trusted business within the shipping industry”

Neptune Shipping Agency has served the ceramics, porcelain, stone, and adhesive industries over many decades....

Banks & Lloyd (Shipping)“stepping into the future”

Daria Banks steps up as managing director to lead the company into a “bright future”...

MVC opens “first-ever”Portuguese limestone store

MVC - Portuguese Limestones opened what it calls the first ever e-commerce platform for Portuguese...

Everything to know before attending the Natural Stone Show

The joint Natural Stone Show and Hard Surfaces Exhibition is taking place at the London...

Marmox Slicedstone Sheets achieve “international acclaim”

According to wetroom specialist Marmox, architects and interior designers, along with professionals across the tiling...

Industry interview: Golden Tile

Seven years ago, Volodymyr Shevetovskyy incorporated the UK branch of Golden Tile, a Ukrainian tile...

BAL’s Microban range – built-in protectionagainst mould, mildew and microbes

In areas like showers, bathrooms and kitchens, the humid conditions together with soaps and food...

The “natural way” for grout resistance to microbial attack

Cementitious grout is the weakest part of a tiled surface, as it is prone to...
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Adapting antimicrobial solutions to meet application needs

Jonathan Clapp, international senior technical manager at Microban International, discusses the different ways antimicrobial technologies...

How to protect & maintain polished concrete or ‘colourful concrete toppings’

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP Polished concrete floors and concrete toppings provide great strength and...

Does size matter?

As tile dimensions continue to expand, director of Ceramique Internationale, Peter Vann, asks: “Does size...

Benefits of extruded polystyrene foam construction boards

If you’re in the market for a construction board that has superior insulation properties, extruded...

JACKOBOARD® Promotes Cost & Time Saving Benefits of Waterproof XPS Construction Board

JACKOBOARD® by BEWI offers many benefits for installers of wetrooms and bathrooms. JACKOBOARD® is a...

JACKOBOARD® – Knutsford Swimming Pool Project

This amazing swimming pool refurbishment project in Knutsford, Cheshire was undertaken by Abstract Pools Ltd....

JACKOBOARD® – Native Manchester Hotel Project

Manufactured with an extruded polystyrene (XPS) foam core and a special coating on both sides,...

Parkside 40 Years x Lois O’Hara Launches at Clerkenwell Design Week 

Celebrating 40-years in the tile specification business, Parkside 40 Years x Lois O’Hara, will launch at...

UltraTile is the “icing on the cake” at countryside wedding venue

Ace Tiling Limited and UltraTile have partnered together to repair a water damaged floor at...

TTA Awards benefit from record level of industry support

TTA Awards are all about recognising achievement, endeavour and innovation. Given the problems that have...

Industry interview:Sussex Wetrooms – part two

Last month, we spoke with Adam of Sussex Wetrooms about his journey into the tiling...

Ceramique Internationale unveils first collections in partnership with Gresco

The “timeless quality” of natural slate and limestone has inspired the latest tile collection from...

A Principle of mass production

The Principle collection, from Parkside and Alusid, represents a “huge step forward” for the ceramic...

“Design show success” for enhanced Marmox range

Marmox, a specialist manufacturer for bathrooms, wetrooms and spa facilities, unveiled extensions to its widely...

Budget boost to tackle construction skills shortages, says FMB

Measures to address the chronic skills shortages in the construction industry by relaxing immigration rules...

UK construction output decreased 1.7% in January

Monthly construction output is estimated to have decreased 1.7% in volume terms in January 2023,...

Taylor Wimpey marks World Book Day with a donation to local schools in Hamilton

Earlier this year, major housebuilder Taylor Wimpey West Scotland marked World Book Day (2 March...

Leeds College of Building Principal takes case for extra skills investmentto Westminster

Education figures from across West Yorkshire have been speaking with MPs at Westminster as part...

BAL Adhesives – “market-leading innovation for six decades”

BAL, a manufacturer and supplier of full solutions, is celebrating "six decades of excellence.In the...

Cevisama given almost top marks

According to exhibitor survey data, Cevisama has come close to being given a top rating....

Levantina Techlam chooses Sacmi for firing and drying technology

Spanish natural stone manufacturer Levantina Techlam has chosen Sacmi to supply an FMA Maestro kiln...

Stone Federation GB launches Women In Natural Stone mentoring programme

On International Women's Day, Stone Federation welcomed 60 women from natural stone companies, architects, main...

Mohawk Industries announces 2022 Q4 results

Mohawk Industries, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of ceramic tiles, has announced fourth quarter...

Axalta appoints Jason Hopkins to drive growth in UK and Ireland

Axalta, a supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has announced the appointment of Jason Hopkins...

Larsen appoints area sales manager to GB tiling team

Larsen Building Products has appointed Martyn Langston as area sales manager for its tiling division.Continued...

Marazzi opens showrooms in Athens and Madrid

Italian ceramic tile manufacturer Marazzi has recently opened the doors of two showrooms in Athens...

Instarmac donates £500 to The Trussell Trust

In March 2023, Karen Williams, head of HR, and Sam Smith, production manager, visited Tamworth...

Construction continues on new Atlas Concorde factory

Atlas Concorde has announced its construction of a new plant to produce large-format porcelain slabs...

Industry interview: Brevetti Montolit

This month, TSJ caught up with Vincenzo Vichi Montoli, the CEO of Brevetti Montolit SpA,...

Tayg Build: delivering qualitytile spacer systems direct from Spain

Tiling is a process that requires precision and attention to detail. It can transform any...

Discover the latest collectionsfrom VitrA at CDW 2023

VitrA Tiles is set to showcase its latest tile collections at London’s Clerkenwell Design Week...

Design Hub prepares forClerkenwell Design Week

Visit 100 St John Street, London, during Clerkenwell Design Week from May 23-25 to see...

“It’s a Mapei World of Sport”at Clerkenwell Design Week 2023

In a celebration of sport, activity and wellbeing, Mapei will reportedly focus on systems and...

HMRC office conversion“not taxing” with Palace Chemicals

A former HMRC building in Sheffield has been converted into a 95-apartment residential scheme called...

G F Holding Tiling completeshighest hotel install with Mapei

An extensive tiling project - completed by G F Holding Tiling using a Mapei preparation...

Tile care covered with Mapei UltraCare range

A good protection and maintenance regime is essential for retaining a tile’s aesthetic and performance...

Trusted treatments forall types of tile & stone

LTP’s surface care range includes protection and maintenance solutions for all types of tile and...

“The original specialist products for cleaning”

Lithofin describes its line as: “the original specialist products for cleaning, sealing and maintaining ceramics,...

We need new entrants to our trade – for the future’s sake!

In the second of his special columns to mark the 190th anniversary of W.B. Simpson...

There is no need to get into hot water when tiling a swimming pool

Martin Pouncey and Alan Collins, technical training managers at Instarmac, provide a simple guide to...

Why tile flooring is ideal for underfloor heating

Amber Underfloor explains why tiled floors are a great choice for rooms that utilise underfloor...

Tile trends for 2023

In partnership with the Italian Ceramic sector, Minoli has identified five key trends that are...

How to use Bold, Colourful Tiles

Make a statement with your tiling choices and be daring with colour and pattern to...

Wood-Effect Tiles

Natural wood is effortlessly stylish, luxurious and adds a natural feel and warmth to a...

Twentieth Century Styles: Part 1

We’ve gone through a lot of style eras in the past century. Maybe more than...

Eczacıbaşı Building Products – Tiles Sustainability

Our sustainability journey is based on the principle of being responsible corporate citizens. We focus...

UltraTile hosts biggest training day ever!

On 12 January 2023, UltraTile welcomed 23 members of the Tilers Community and hosted its...

TTA Awards receive record level of industry support

TTA Awards are all about recognising achievement, endeavour and innovation. Given the problems that have...

Advanced knee protection in the workplace

Peter Dumigan, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, which owns Snickers Workwear, Hultafors Tools,...

“ADAPT AND INNOVATE” tools, knowledge, results

Starting in 1951 with the invention of a tile cutter for hydraulic mosaics, RUBI has...

The story of Fento

Geert Kaal and René van Rijn are the founders of Fento Knee Protection, having developed...

Ultralite adhesives for thin porcelain tiles

Thin porcelain tiles provide many benefits to the installer, being easier to handle and install,...

How to lay thin porcelain tiles “the Kerakoll way”

It’s important to adhere to the British Standard when fixing large format thin porcelain tiles...

Surface Design Show 2023 TSJ Reports

For most visitors, the strongest enduring image of Surface Design Show 2023 will be its...

Instarmac commits to becoming a carbon neutral manufacturer

Staffordshire-based Instarmac Group has achieved its first year of Planet Mark Business certification. This has...

BoB announces charity building projects for 2023

National construction charity Band of Builders has announced the slate of projects it plans to...

BAL Micromax3 ECO – “high performance sustainable grouting”

BAL, a manufacturer of full tiling solutions, is claiming its recently launched Micromax3 ECO high...

Decline in house building is a major concern for the industry, says FMB

A decline in house building has seen fastest fall since May 2020 for construction output,...

ONS reports construction output flat in December 2022

Monthly construction output has been estimated to be flat (0.0% growth) in volume terms in...

Minoli provides design trends report for 2023

Working with designers in the Italian ceramics sector, Minoli has explored five emerging trends and...

Leeds College of Building showcases higher-level training at NAW 2023

Higher and degree apprenticeships are the focus for Leeds College of Building as the country...

Mapei sponsored cycling club named Club of the Year

Mapei has offered its warm congratulations to Halesowen Cycling Club, which has been named Cycling...

Parkside launches Excel Bond adhesive range

Formulated for workability and reliability, Excel Bond is a recently launched range of high-performance tile...

Everything you need to know about Italian tiles

Italy is commonly regarded as one of the global centres of tiling design and production....

“Stunning new ranges” from La Fabbrica

La fabbrica is one of the leading tile producers in Italy with a reputation for...

INDUSTRY INTERVIEW: Sussex Wetrooms – part one

Now long-established as a high-quality, bespoke wetroom installer, Sussex Wetrooms’ founder Adam initially took a...

Mapei joins surface specification at Health & Allied Professions Centre

Mapei preparation and fixing products have been used to complete a surface installation at Nottingham...

Parkside Achieves the Dream at Youles Honda Manchester

Kirn floor tiles from Parkside have been used to provide what’s described as an attractive...

Aparthotel Project with Roomzzz for Ceramique Internationale

Tile distributor Ceramique Internationale is continuing to build its reputation within the hotel and leisure...

Natural Stone Flooring Movement Joints – The Questions to Ask

Stone Federation GB highlights the questions to ask that will help installers achieve a durable,...

Redefining bathroom ceramics with built-in antimicrobial technology

Kimberley Cherrington, global brand & marketing communications manager at Microban, explains how we can mitigate...

What’s the difference between a porcelain barrier and a sealer?

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, demystifies the treatments on offer to protect porcelain tiles With...

A “standard” tiling job

Craig Powell of Kelmore discusses the increasing expectations placed on tilers over time There’s no doubt...

Tiling over retrofit underfloor heating systems

Alan Collins and Martin Pouncey, technical training managers at Instarmac, address some of the commonly...

Junckers Training

Junckers is Europe’s leading manufacturer of PEFC and FSC certified solid hardwood flooring and offers a comprehensive range of professional Wood Care products.

We offer training in Floorcovering installation and Finishing & Maintenance.

For more information please contact Richard Aylen, tel 01376 534 729 ria@junckers.com