Sector Focus
MAPEI UltraCare: Comprehensive floor maintenance solutions with CO₂ offset certification
MAPEI says its UltraCare range provides solutions for every step of floor maintenance, as well...
ECOPROTEC: Sustainable surface care solutions for contract and landscape sectors
DEVELOPED for the contract and landscape sectors, the ECOPROTEC range includes sustainable surface care products...
Shaw Contract produces new PVC-free resilient flooring
THE LVT market has grown substantially, yet in recent years, some leading architecture and design...
Princess Frederica C of E Primary School, London
Nouveau Composition Carpet tiles are designed for high durability and ease of maintenance, making them...
Trafford Veterans enjoy donated products from Gerflor and Gradus
Trafford Veterans is a group of armed forces veterans, emergency service personnel and local volunteers,...
Tarkett: It’s not just about flooring,it’s about interior trends
Miriam Hall, LVT specialist at Tarkett, elaborates on her experience in the LVT market and...
Stroolmount: This LVT mistake could cost you £1000s
IF you specify, supply or help customers choose LVTs, this article could save you a...
Quick-Step’s Alpha Vinyl is ‘leader of the pack’
QUICK-STEP is synonymous with innovation and refinement and its Alpha Vinyl collection is no different....
Looking ‘Intoo’ Moduleo’s latest vinyl floor
MODULEO Intoo 55 is described by the company as the no-hassle loose-lay vinyl floor for...
Harvey Maria introduces ‘stylish new studio display’
HARVEY MARIA has added a brand-new studio display to its retail point-of-sale portfolio. The stylish...
Floorwise sheds light on its LVT flooring solutions
LUXURY vinyl is flooring’s growth area with homes and businesses embracing the product’s easy living...
F Ball’s System LVT range:‘Optimum results, guaranteed’
GIVEN the premium associated with LVTs and customers’ high expectations for finished results, it’s useful...
HTMX Global enters UK LVT market
IN the ever-evolving world of commercial flooring, one name has consistently stood out as a...
The Independent Flooring Group offers new LVT collection
TRUELVT is the LVT that carries a seven-year guarantee, delivering true style and performance in...
A Tremco system solution for LVT floors
THE subfloor serves as the foundation for the entire flooring system, and using TREMCO’s full...
Rapid resilient fixing with Mapei’s Ultrabond ECO 4 LVT
MAPEI’s wide range of installation products includes adhesives for all types of floor and tile...
ADP offers sampling service
SAMPLEWORX is a dedicated flooring industry sample production company with 50 years of combined specialist...
F Ball products deliver smooth finish for showroom and warehouse refurbishment
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co, the UK manufacturer of flooring adhesives and floor preparation...
Bradite launches HD Floor + Wall Coating: High-performance, fume-free epoxy solution
BRADITE HD Floor + Wall Coating is described as a high performance, two-pack, water-based poxy...
HMG Paints launches fast-drying, hardwearing HydroPro floor paint
HMG Paints has announced the launch of its HydroPro Floor Paint, which describes it as...
Junckers’ Eco 2K floor oil for enhancing the natural beauty of oiled wood floors
OILED wood floors have always provided an attractive alternative to traditional lacquered finishes, says JUNCKERS....
Mapei’s Ultracoat range delivers durable, eco-friendly wood flooring solutions
MAPEI’s Ultracoat range is said by the company to provide various treatments for all types...
F Ball’s Styccobond F3: Over 50 years with new features and iconic design update
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is a water-based rubber/resin flooring adhesive, which is suitable...
Study highlights air quality benefits of carpeted flooring in schools compared to wooden floors
GREG Harrison, technical manager at Brintons, says a recent study by Surrey University highlights a...
Smart flooring choices
Edward Fitzgerald and Lewis Leadeatt map out the argument for choosing vinyl over resin flooring
HISTORICALLY...
Palace Chemicals presents ‘market-leading’ flooring adhesives range
PALACE Chemicals says it offers a comprehensive range of flooring adhesives and preparation products, including...
UltraFloor unveils tailored solutions for sheet vinyl flooring installations with adhesives and smoothing underlayments
THERE’S plenty to consider when selecting the appropriate materials to install sheet vinyl flooring. Size...
IVC Commercial launches Iperform 70
IPERFORM 70 is described as the all-round heavy duty heterogeneous vinyl floor from IVC Commercial.‘Made...
BEAUFLOR showed how its sheet vinyl flooring solutions can meet the needs of the housing sector
BEAUFLOR reportedly showed how its sheet vinyl flooring solutions can meet the needs of the...
F Ball’s new Stopgap 1400 smoothing compound streamlines vinyl flooring installation at Schoolblazer HQ
ADHESIVES from F Ball and Co, along with the company’s new ‘fast-setting, high-flow, two-component smoothing...
Gerflor’s Taraflex SL Sports Flooring delivers spectacular success at Honiton Leisure Centre with fast installation and sustainable performance
THERE’s been ‘spectacular success’ for Gerflor’s new Taraflex SL sports flooring at Honiton Leisure Centre,...
Dyne launches Lunar Shadows: A modern carpet tile range inspired by moonlit shadows
DYNE is launching a new range called Lunar Shadows - reportedly an apt name for...
Cemfloor liquid screed transforms Moreby Hall with quick installation and superior performance
REFURBISHMENT projects present unique challenges, from dealing with uneven substrates to managing tight deadlines, and...
Save time and effort: Kerakoll UK’s Proflow finish allows new floors to be laid without removing old tiles or adhesive residue
LIFTING old tiles or flooring to lay a new floor can be time consuming and...
UK’s leading surface preparation contractor, The Preparation Group, unveils game-changing Wolff Independence Floor Stripper
The Preparation Group says it’s the UK’s leading fleet with the Wolff Independence.‘At The Preparation...
FeRFA unveils new brand identity and website, reinforcing leadership in the resin flooring industry
FeRFA, The Resin Flooring Association, says it’s thrilled to announce the launch of its new...
F Ball highlights durable, high-performance floor solutions for heavy-duty industrial and exterior applications
FOR industrial applications where floorcoverings aren’t required, rapid setting, industrial grade self-smoothing wearing surface compounds,...
Pretty in pink
ONE of Milliken’s most popular carpet tile collections – Tracing Landscapes – has been reinterpreted...
Edward Fitzgerald and Lewis Leadeatt map out the argument for choosing vinyl over resin flooring
HISTORICALLY Epoxy resin has been used as the flooring of choice for specialist facilities in...
Forbo Flooring Systems unveils Flotex Advance: An eco-friendly, adhesive-free flooring solution
As part of the wider refresh to its Flotex collection, Forbo Flooring Systems has launched...
Mapei launches Mapesonic CR: Thin, high-performance soundproofing solution for effortless renovations
MAPEI’s Mapesonic CR provides a soundproofing solution, said to be ideal for renovation projects.Says the...
Anglo unveils circoll: New sustainable felt underlay range made from 100% recycled carpet offcuts
ANGLO has launched its latest sustainable felt underlay range under the brand name of Circoll.The...
CMS Danskin acoustics delivers precision acoustic flooring for the W Edinburgh iconic ‘ribbon building’
CMS Danskin Acoustics supplied its Smartspan saddle system for the W Edinburgh, an eye-catching new...
TPS360 enhances rail depot flooring with high-durability solutions for safety and efficiency
TPS360 says its rail depot flooring solutions enhance durability and safety. The company has the...
Ensuring safe and hygienic flooring installations in nursing and care homes
FLOORING installations in nursing and care homes require special considerations to help support elderly residents...
Bradite unveils range of fast-drying, heavy-duty protective coatings for commercial and industrial flooring
UK-based Bradite, a manufacturer of specialist protective coatings, says it can supply the following products...
IVC Commercial’s new Iperform 70 Collection gives care home durable, homely flooring
THE new Iperform 70 collection from IVC Commercial has been used for what’s described as...
Floorwise’s F599 and F597 Heavy Duty spray adhesives set the gold standard
FLOORWISE says its F599 Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive has long been the fitter’s friend for...
F Ball’s recommended adhesives guide ensures effortless compatibility for floorcoverings and adhesives
As well as basing adhesive selection on the specifics of a particular project, including features...
Mapei introduces high-performance, eco-friendly adhesive range for floor and tile installations
Mapei says its range of installation products includes adhesives for all types of floor and...
Kerakoll UK Eco-3000 adhesive range for resilient flooring and tiling
KERAKOLL UK offers the Eco-3000 range for the resilient flooring industry, and a full range...
Snickers Workwear launches market-leading kneeguard PRO system for unmatched knee protection
SNICKERS Workwear’s Kneeguard is described by the company as a market-leading, fully certified system for...
Mapei unveils comprehensive solution for tile installations
MAPEI’s portfolio now includes a complete solution for natural and engineered tile installations in all...
Trusted installers available via TTA’s enhanced website directory
Tiles are a resilient, flexible and affordable option for floorcoverings which can be sourced and...
Kerakoll unveils innovative gel technology range: Levelling compounds, adhesives, and grouts
KERAKOLL says its streamlined range of levelling compounds, adhesives and grouts may seem small compared...
LTP launches ECOPROTEC: Sustainable surface care solutions for stone and ceramic
Developed for the contract and landscape sectors, the ECOPROTEC range includes sustainable surface care products...
Historic tower hamlets revitalised with extensive tiling project using Mapei installation system
An extensive tiling project has been completed at Tower Hamlets’ new town hall using a...
Bringing the outdoors inside
ALTERNATIVE Flooring says it’s a great British brand built on the pillars of people, product...
Innes Associates designs new facilities for Elmgrove Primary School, featuring sustainable Junckers SylvaSport flooring
WITH a brief to replace the main single-storey building and a recent extension, Innes Associates...
Franklin College chooses Polyflor LVT, Awarding top marks for quality and design
As part of its modern upgrade, the internal design team of the favoured Franklin Sixth...
LION Floor: Affordable, durable flooring preparation for high-quality resilient floors in schools and colleges
THE affordability, quality and reliability of LION Floor makes it the perfect preparation for resilient...
Transforming Learning Spaces: Shaw Contract’s Innovative, Sustainable Flooring Solutions Elevate Educational Environments
EDUCATIONAL facilities are confronted with numerous challenges, from crafting ideal learning environments that foster individual...
Eco-Friendly Mapei System used to complete sustainable floor installation at secondary school in Northwest London
A MAPEI eco-system has been used to complete a floor installation at a new 5...
Royal grammar school High Wycombe revitalized with eco-friendly, luxurious Rawson ‘Riven’ carpet tiles
REFURBISHMENT works have been completed at Royal Grammar School High Wycombe using Rawson Carpet Solutions...
Fast-track subfloor preparation products for quick, durable installations in educational settings
FLOORING contractors installing floorcoverings in schools, colleges and universities often face severe time constraints, frequently...
Work safely in the sun by wearing the right clothes
DRESSING right for the working environment you’re in is very important – not only for...
Sustainable solid wood floors
Junckers is Europe’s leading manufacturer of solid hardwood floors with full sustainability credentials for sports,...
IDS offers ‘versatile flooring solutions for every project and budget’
CELEBRATING 25 years as a distributor in 2024, IDS has established itself as one of...
Floormitres used by H&J Martin at NI healthcare associations
THE Northern Health and Social Care Trust and The Southern Health and Social Care Trust...
F BALL provides systems for wood floorcovering installations
WHEN installing wood floorcoverings, contractors should follow the same principles of floorcovering installation while bearing...
Historic South Stack Lighthouse revitalised with F Ball flooring products
THE history of a 200-year-old lighthouse has been brought to life with a little help...
The future of floorcare
Brent Smith examines efficiency, compliance and expert solutions as they pertain to the future of...
Flowing Screeds Association advocates for training to improve industry standards
THE Flowing Screeds Association (FSA) says it’s keen to promote the importance of a skilfully...
Mapei introduces fast-track solution for flooring in moisture-affected areas with Mapeproof Primer and Latexplan Trade Fast
INSTALLING flooring in areas affected by residual moisture can be challenging, in terms of application...
Rapid growth in anhydrite screeds offers efficiency and cost benefits for flooring sector
THE use of anhydrite screeds has grown significantly in the flooring sector in recent years...
F Ball products ensure high-performance flooring in Nottingham central library
F BALL products, including dual-purpose Stopgap Fill and Prime thixotropic primer and Stopgap 1200 smoothing...
Social homes 14% less energy efficient than potential, costing tenants more
SOCIAL homes are 14% less energy efficient than they could be, costing tenants more than...
F Ball’s subfloor preparation products utilised in major London housing development
SUBFLOOR preparation products from F Ball and Co, the manufacturer of flooring adhesives and subfloor...
Choosing the right adhesive for vinyl flooring: Pressure-sensitive options
WHILE wet-lay adhesives are suitable where vinyl sheet is being installed, pressure-sensitive adhesives are often...
BEAUFLOR introduces unlimited design possibilities with new vinyl rolls
BEAUFLOR Create says it’s introduced unlimited creativity to vinyl rolls.Says the company: ‘In schools, nurseries,...
VEATU Flooring and UltraFloor complete subfloor project at Colchester campus
VEATU Flooring and UltraFloor have partnered to complete a 1,800sq m subfloor preparation project at...
Guide to exterior flooring installations
Neil Sanders offers product recommendations to achieve optimum results at each stage of a professional...
Revolutionary artificial grass that changes color with the seasons
CONDOR Grass says it’s introducing what it describes as a groundbreaking world-first with Colorshift technology.It...
Mat.Works Modular Matting: An Overview
Modular matting is an easy-to-install alternative to traditional aluminium matting and has been designed to...
Gradus Mat-in-a-Box revolutionises installation, durability, and design
GRADUS, a manufacturer and supplier of entrance matting systems, says it has a game-changing product...
Mapei’s Profilpas LED light skirting boards: illuminating entrances with style and versatility
Said to be ideal for illuminating entrance areas and walkways, Mapei’s Profilpas LED light skirting...
Rawson Carpet Solutions: Elevating entrance matting with custom inlays and vibrant brand statements
Rawson Carpet Solutions is a UK manufacturer ‘with the ability to complement its diverse range...
F BALL and Co introduces Styccobond F73 PLUS: The ultimate adhesive solution for heavy-duty entrance matting
F BALL and Co’s new Styccobond F73 PLUS adhesive for internal and external heavy-duty applications...
INTRAsystems’ Bryony Light illuminates how entrance matting safeguards retailers against slip hazards
Bryony Light, marketing manager at INTRAsystems, sheds light on how effective entrance matting safeguards retailers...
Flooring installations in damp and humid environments
Neil Sanders discusses the variables to consider when determining how to ensure long-lasting resilient flooring...
Flooring to suit all tastes
Nic Collins argues that of all the elements in a food or beverage processing plant,...
An appetite for flooring
FOSROC International provided flooring for a renovation project at a turkey abattoir in Stoke on...
Celebrating positive impact at CDW 2024
UNIVERSAL Fibers is gearing up to welcome esteemed global customers and industry partners to London...
Parador launches new flooring collection
PARADOR is excited to launch its new flooring collection, Perspectives 2024. Spanning across different flooring...
Painted Garden, a new flooring collection from Milliken: where art meets nature
CREATIVE garden displays, inspired by celebrated artists, at the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show were one...
Interface to explore the future of workplace design at CDW
The manufacturer will host exclusive panel sessions on circularity and inclusive design, while unveiling its...
Forbo promotes its sustainable Marmoleum at CDW
FORBO Flooring Systems will once again open the doors to its EC1 showroom for Clerkenwell...
Catch Bjelin on Stand PC9
Visitors to the Bjelin stand at Clerkenwell Design Week will have the opportunity to see...
Try something new!
Picture a world where old-fashioned glued floors are a thing of the past, replaced by...
And then there was light…
Isn’t a light just a light? When Shane Moore was approached to test JCB’s new...
Fifteen years of success for CDW
After 15 years as the UK’s leading independent design festival, CDW returns between 21-23 May.
Here’s...
Designing hospitality spaces that bring joy
WHAT turns a beautifully designed space into a joyful experience? Is it simply an effective...
Regent’s Park rehearsal studios shine with F Ball’s Stopgap 700 and Styccobond F3
DESIGNED for use over flexible subfloors, F Ball and Co’s Stopgap 700 smoothing compound and...
University of Glasgow sports facility repairs floor with an elite-level Robbins Bio-Channel Star flooring system
TVS Group was approached by the University of Glasgow, as its competition hall floor at...
The importance of a comprehensive sports floor maintenance program
A GOOD maintenance programme ensures long-life sports floors. When it comes to choosing flooring, comparing...
Rawson Carpet Solutions’ carbon neutral structured nylon carpet tile
RAWSON Carpet Solutions has a new structured nylon solution, Earth Creation, which is now in...
Key considerations for installing floorcoverings over raised access flooring
RAISED access flooring is often found in commercial environments and is a useful option in...
Karndean’s bespoke flooring blends tradition with innovation
WITH the original exposed brickwork and ‘wow-factor’ Karndean flooring underfoot, UK IT solutions provider Natilik...
Forbo Flooring Systems’ Allura luxury vinyl tile (LVT) chosen to elevate East Croydon office space
FORBO Flooring Systems’ Allura luxury vinyl tile (LVT) range was specified by design and fitout...
Understanding maintenance: Sealer vs. barrier for external porcelain tiles
WITH the increasing popularity of porcelain pavers, it’s no wonder that the discussion surrounding maintenance...
A Tremco system solution for LVT floors
THE subfloor serves as the foundation for the entire flooring system, and using TREMCO’s full...
Mapei’s fast-track screed solutions revolutionise commercial installations for speed and performance
A GOOD screed construction is the very foundation of a good floor installation. Along with...
Beauty and design flexibility meet performance
With nature inspired interiors high on the agenda, Gavin Smith looks at the almost
endless potential...
LVT: So much more than the safe option
Mark Griffin explains why LVT is becoming more popular with its flexible benefits for different...
UltraFloor unveils premium portfolio of subfloor preparation materials
ULTRAFLOOR says it’s home to a portfolio of contractor and retail friendly, premium subfloor preparation...
“Tremco SX600NA: Versatile, high-performance smoothing underlayment
DESCRIBED as highly versatile and offering several user-friendly, high-performance benefits, Tremco’s SX600NA has been developed...
F BALL introduces Stopgap 300: Heavy-duty smoothing compound ideal for high-traffic healthcare settings
F BALL’s Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound is suitable for use in areas that will...
Tricas flooring partners with UltraFloor for seamless care home flooring istallation in Kensington
TRICAS Flooring has used UltraFloor’s expert subfloor preparation materials to install 100sq m of flooring...
MAPEI UltraCare: Advanced protection & maintenance range for tiles and stone surfaces
MAPEI’s UltraCare protection and maintenance range includes nine treatments dedicated to floor protection. Designed to...
Mastering moisture: Methods for screed moisture measurements
In the world of construction, where precision and durability are paramount, the importance of moisture...
Is your LVT floor dementia friendly?
Flooring is unlikely to attract the attention of visitors in care homes yet for residents,...
Drying time reduced with Palace Chemicals Pro Gyp-Base fast track screeds
ANHYDRITE screeds, also referred to as calcium sulphate or gypsum-based screeds, are nowadays a popular...
F Ball and Co’s Stopgap SRS offers cost-effective solution for weak and friable screeds
When preparing to install floorcoverings, contractors sometimes discover that the concrete or sand and cement...
Tilemaster Adhesives embraces sustainable evolution under Kerakoll banner
THE Tilemaster Adhesives range of smoothing and levelling compounds has been firm favourites with flooring...
UltraFloor’s expert solutions used at Ninja Warrior UK adventure park in Chelmsford
Adrenaline junkies are now able to complete the world-famous Ninja Warrior UK obstacle course in...
F Ball and Co products facilitate remarkable transformation of Treggudick Manor into english spirit distillery
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co, including the company’s Styccobond F48 PLUS fibre-reinforced high temperature...
‘Sustainability and innovation is driving change in LVT’ says Shaw Contract
In the top end commercial office segment LVT is in the spotlight. Over the past...
‘Stick with confidence’ with UltraFloor Stick IT 543
Over the past 15 years, luxury vinyl flooring has undergone a complete transformation. Advances in...
SATRA understands slip resistance
FALLS are the most common cause of non-fatal injuries in the UK, with a significant...
Are you choosing the correct subfloor? Peri has the answer
PETER Clifton, from PERI, importer of plywood flooring, raises some questions and offers his expertise...
Parador expands its selection of Herringbone flooring
OLD love rediscovered: for some years now, classic herringbone flooring has been celebrating an unexpected...
LION Floor underlay provides ‘reliability’ on every installation
THE quality and consistency of LION FLOOR fabricated underlay delivers a base for a high-quality...
Harvey Maria launches ‘stylish new retail point of sale’
HARVEY MARIA will be adding a brand-new Design Studio to their point-of-sale portfolio. The new...
‘Moduleo Roots can bring more inspring commercial interiors’
THANKS to a collection of exclusive wood, tile, stone and terrazzo designs, the Moduleo Roots...
Floorwise presents its products for LVTs
WITH a dedicated range of subfloor preparation, profiles, scotia and cutting tools for use with...
Quick-Step develops new Alpha Vinyl to its range
QUICK-STEP Alpha Vinyl is a floor that’s said to be premium in every way. With...
Newcastle University’s Stephenson building transformed with Mapei’s resilient floor system
A MAPEI resilient floor system has been used to complete a floor installation in Newcastle...
F BALL and Co introduces Stycco Flex: The ultimate rapid-curing, flexible adhesive for flooring and construction industries
F BALL and Co’s ‘market-leading, rapid-curing, flexible adhesive’, Stycco Flex, is known for its ability...
Gradus unveils enhanced XT stair-edgings range, for safety and aesthetics in contract interiors
GRADUS, a flooring accessories manufacturer in the contract interiors market, has launched several new additions...
Profilpas’ Italian design-led profiles and systems to enhance Mapei UK’s portfolio
ITALIAN manufacturer, Profilpas’ range of profiles and systems will be launched as part of Mapei...
TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring ‘rolls out the red carpet’
TRADECHOICE Carpet & Flooring says it continues to pull out all the stops for its...
Junckers rewards programme for customers both loyal and new
JUNCKERS has a rewards programme for its woodcare customers, both loyal and new.
Signing up to...
Flooring’s ‘biggest rewards promotion’ is back for 2024
THE flooring industry’s largest rewards promotion is back for 2024 with more rewards than ever,...
Beauflor’s XTREME sheet vinyl flooring offers maximum performance for housing projects
XTREME sheet vinyl flooring from Beauflor is said by the company to bring ‘maximum performance’...
F BALL supports Ramsgate FC’s community initiatives with flooring products donation
F BALL has continued its support of grassroots and lower league football clubs that aim...
The benefits of F Ball’s rewards programme
F BALL’s Ball Rewards customer rewards programme is free to join and rewards members with...
LeoLine’s new brand transforms cushion vinyl market, boosting sales at Solo Flooring Centre
WITH a 28-year history of selling floors to the community of Birmingham, Solo Flooring Centre...
Principality stadium’s riverside terrace elevates match-day experience with Forbo’s Modul’up flooring
A unique hospitality space located in Cardiff’s iconic Principality Stadium, the Riverside Terrace is notable...
JB Decorating Services achieves superior flooring results with Bradite’s Floor-It Coating
Bradite’s ‘versatile, high-performance’ floorcoating, Floor-It, reportedly rose to several challenges encountered by Norwich-based JB Decorating...
Channel 4 News Studios in Leeds gets a durable flooring upgrade using F Ball’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound has been used to create a hardwearing...
Tilemaster Adhesives gearing up to announce exciting new developments in smoothing and levelling compounds later in 2024
TILEMASTER Adhesives, part of the Kerakoll Group says it’s been a major supplier of professional...
Bostik’s game-changing SL C955 ADVANCED high-performance smoothing compound
‘A HIGH performance’ smoothing compound that doesn’t require intensive subfloor preparation, SL C955 ADVANCED is...
Mapei’s range includes various smoothing underlayments developed to promote speed, an easy application and a flawless finish
MAPEI’s range includes various smoothing underlayments developed to promote speed, an easy application and a...
UltraFloor’s superior smoothing underlayments shine in healthcare and beyond
ULTRAFLOOR says it has a long, successful history of projects in the healthcare industry ‘and...
F BALL launches innovative fast-drying smoothing compound for underfloor heating systems
WHEN working over retrofit electrical wired or water-fed underfloor heating systems that are increasingly installed...
Junckers sets new standards in sustainability and performance in University of Portsmouth’s eco-friendly sports centre
A NEW sports and leisure complex built for the University of Portsmouth as well as...
Rawson Carpet Solutions elevate grammar school with innovative riven and earth creation carpet tile designs
THE Royal Grammar School High Wycombe’s’ vision is ‘to offer students an exceptional all-round education’....
F Ball and Co’s Stopgap ensures precision subfloor preparation for Harlequin dance floor
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound and Stopgap Micro Rapid floor finishing...
Abacus Flooring Solutions partners with UltraFloor for flooring transformation at Grantham College
ABACUS Flooring Solutions has partnered with UltraFloor to complete a 40sq m flooring development at...
Gerflor and Gradus flooring solutions transform Gloucester’s cityheart living blackfriars residence
WHEN a high-end development of a new residential student accommodation building in Gloucester city centre...
UltraFloor transforms Marshall Park Academy school corridors with speedy subfloor solutions
THE old, tired, and unsafe corridors at Marshall Park Academy School have undergone a complete...
A sustainable blend of functionality, design, and safety with Forbo Flooring Systems
TWO Rivers Primary School in Keynsham, Somerset, is only the second school in the country...
Answers to your carpet tile questions – from the experts
This month we’ve collated questions answered by industry specialists regarding everything to do with carpet...
Burmatx is a pioneer in sustainable UK-made contract carpet tiles and planks
BURMATEX describes itself as one of the UK’s leading designers and manufacturers of contract carpet...
Innovative carpet tile tackifier by F Ball and Co
CARPET tile tackifiers, rather than adhesives that create a permanent bond, allow individual carpet tiles...
Leoline revealed its new premium display at The Flooring Show
WITH its point-of-sale display at Harrogate, Leoline says it showed how it’s shaking up the...
F. Ball & Co supports flooring contractors with comprehensive range of point-of-sale materials
F BALL AND CO says it supplies distributors with a wide range of support materials...
Adhesives advancements
Stephen Boulton talks through some of the latest innovations regarding continuous advancements in adhesives technology.
CONTINUOUS...
ARDEX Introduces S1 adhesive with extended pot life and rapid setting
ARDEX X 11 W is described by the company as a new enhanced flexible S1...
Tremco CPG UK launches SF110: A high-performance acrylic-based carpet adhesive
SF110 is an acrylic-based multi-purpose carpet adhesive, said to be suitable for bonding a wide...
Mapei unveils Ultrabond ECO MS1: High-performance adhesive for resilient and textile floorcoverings
MAPEI has launched Ultrabond ECO MS1 which it describes as a high performance adhesive for...
Mapei introduces Mapecontact Plus: Solvent-free, double-sided adhesive strip
MAPEI has introduced Mapecontact Plus – a new solvent-free, double-sided reinforced adhesive strip for fast-track...
Palace Chemicals unveils brand refresh and innovative Pro Gyp-Base fast track sealer
PALACE Chemicals will be rolling out a brand refresh across its product range over the...
Tilemaster Adhesives introduces eco-friendly solutions for resilient flooring
TILEMASTER Adhesives says it offers the Eco-3000 range for the resilient flooring industry, and a...
INSTARMAC announces strategic partnership with Forbo Eurocol to introduce high-performance UltraFloor adhesives
INSTARMAC, part of the ‘multi award-winning market-leading’ manufacturer, has signed a partnership with Forbo Eurocol,...
Allura Decibel range aids in creation of destination office
AFTER more than a decade of operation, 299 Lighting decided it was time to invest...
F Ball launches Stopgap 1600: Fast-drying smoothing compound specifically for underfloor heating systems
WHEN working over retrofitted electrical wired or water-fed underfloor heating (UFH) systems that are increasingly...
The quick and easy solution for efficient refurbishments with durable, textile-backed sheet vinyl flooring
WITH a textile back that reportedly makes it easy to install, Beauflor Quintex Pro sheet...
Aesthetically pleasing and moisture-resistant flooring solution
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co have been used to install vinyl safety flooring at...
Heavy-duty safety flooring for commercial kitchens with unmatched slip resistance and hygienic features
POLYFLOR, a UK manufacturer of commercial and residential vinyl flooring, has announced the launch of...
ECOPROTEC® Product Selector ‘just the ticket’
LTP’s ECOPROTEC Product Selector is a diagnostic and specification tool, developed for the tile and...
Junckers transforms grade II listed power station into stylish roller-skating experience
WHEN Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace planned a London venue for its roller-skating experience, it needed...
F BALL and CO products play key role in creating resilient flooring for state-of-the-art healthcare facility
F BALL and CO’s Stopgap 600 deep section base compound and Styccobond F44 acrylic adhesive...
Cork flooring: The sustainable solution revolutionising choices for homes and businesses
For decades flooring choices in the UK have been dictated by price, often resulting in...
The right choice
When it comes to net zero carbon and sustainability, Richard Aylen explains why you can’t...
The Solid Wood Flooring Company elevates affordable housing with rustic oak herringbone parquet flooring
THE Brick by Brick regeneration project was formed by Croydon town council to help combat...
IDS Introduces BerryAlloc high pressure floor collections
IN the world of commercial projects, the demand for tough, stylish, and low-maintenance flooring is...
MAPEI’s Ultracoat range: Water-based floor finishes for wood flooring protection
MAPEI’s Ultracoat range includes a series of water-based floor finishes, designed to protect all types...
UltraFloor’s Level IT two triumphs in Kingston Hospital’s flooring renovation
LONG-STANDING UltraFloor customers, Specialist Flooring Group has used Level IT Two to install 800sq m...
UK Construction industry warned of intensified competition for viable sites as 65,000 Homes approved on green belt land
About 65,000 new homes were approved on green belt land across the UK, over the...
New fast-drying flooring compounds streamline social housing refurbishments
FLOORING contractors installing floorcoverings in social housing settings often face pressure to complete projects as...
BEAUFLOR cost-effective, lasting vinyl floors for today’s social and affordable homes
BEAUFLOR vinyl floors are described by the company as a cost-effective, lasting finish for today’s...
Resin Flooring: The durable and creative choice for commercial environments
FROM the plush shop fronts of high-end retail to hospitals, airports, colleges and other public...
Mapei unveils versatile and solvent-free Mapefloor I 320 SL concept epoxy floor coating
MAPEFLOOR I 320 SL Concept is described by Mapei a solvent-free epoxy floor solution with...
Styccobond F41: The perfect carpet tile tackifier for high-traffic environments
CARPET tile tackifiers provide a permanently tacky film to prevent ‘loose-lay’ carpet tiles from moving...
Karndean Designflooring transforms Nova North into a modern office oasis with bespoke flooring
KARNDEAN Designflooring, which describes itself as the UK’s market leader in luxury vinyl flooring, has...
IVC Commercial introduces pattern carpet tile collection for agile workplaces
Made up of three structured loop pile designs that express the personality of working experiences,...
Linoleum floorcoverings open the door to climate-positive designs
Mark Bauer delves into why linoleum floorcoverings are the ideal choice to help solve the...
Expert tips for achieving a perfect rubber and linoleum floor finish
NEIL Sanders, technical director at F Ball and Co, says there are ways to achieve...
St Albans Cathedral stone floor renovation shines with LTP protection and maintenance system
AN LTP protection and maintenance system has been used to complete an extensive stone floor...
MAPEI unveils versatile UltraCare cleaners for tile and stone
MAPEI’s range of UltraCare cleaners includes a series of treatments individually designed for daily cleaning,...
Providing a greener option
WITH our forests ever decreasing and precious resources being used for an increasing market in...
Find your design with Moduleo Roots
THE Moduleo Roots collection from IVC COMMERCIAL puts you in touch with the latest looks...
A ‘sought-after’ choice with ‘trend-inspired’ designs
MALMO LVT is said to have become a sought-after flooring choice among consumers, contractors, and...
Bona traffic GO with 2K technology and built-in hardener
BONA, which describes itself as a global, sustainably-driven company that supplies products for installing, renovating,...
Comprehensive floor protection and maintenance solutions for all tile and stone types
MAPEI’s UltraCare protection and maintenance range includes nine treatments dedicated to floor protection. Designed to...
Environmental sustainability takes center stage in flooring choices
WHEN it comes to choosing flooring, comparing products by cost is second nature, but in...
Fusion LVT
FUSION LVT flooring is described by the company to be a design-led collection that’s suitable...
RIXO and Karndean Designflooring Collaborate to Create Stylish Carnaby Street Store
LONDON’s Carnaby Street is famous worldwide as home to Britain’s most iconic names in fashion...
F Ball and Co products deliver seamless flooring solution for Decorette
STOPGAP 600 deep section base compound and Styccobond F49 Hybrid PS adhesive were among products...
The trends of LVTs which will see us into 2024
THIS year many of us have been trying to bring a bit of luxury into...
Providing ‘innovative’ sampling solutions
SAMPLEWORX says it’s now part of ADP Distribution, specialising in LVT, carpet tile, vinyl and...
Milliken’s ‘Down to earth’ carpet tile collection
DOWN to Earth is a carbon neutral carpet tile collection designed and manufactured in the...
UK’s most trusted adhesive for textile floorcoverings celebrates 50+ years of excellence
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is a water-based rubber/resin flooring adhesive, which is suitable...
Rawson Carpet Solutions unveils ‘Earth Creation’
AN ideal solution for contract carpets with a modern subtly textured design is new ‘Earth...
Mapei’s resin flooring system adds durability and aesthetic appeal to Bath Quays’ creative business hub
A MAPEI Mapefloor Resin Flooring System has been installed as part of a transformation of...
Beauflor showcases affordable and quality sheet vinyl flooring solutions at Housing 2023
Beauflor attended what’s described as Europe’s largest housing festival to show its sheet vinyl flooring...
F Ball adhesives play vital role in installing flooring at europe’s largest small-animal referral hospital
VINYL adhesives from F Ball and Co have been used to install vinyl safety flooring...
IVC Commercial’s Isafe 70: The ultimate choice for safe and stylish flooring in education
‘WITH better performance and a more natural look’, IVC Commercial’s Isafe 70 is the ‘ultimate...
F Ball’s Styccobond F41 tackifier enhances installation at Cinch headquarters
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F41 carpet tile tackifier has been selected as part of...
Simplify flooring upgrades with Tilemaster Adhesives: Lay new flooring over sound ceramic or vinyl tiles
Lifting old tiles or flooring to lay a new floor can be time consuming and...
F Ball’s Fast-Track Solution Restores Iconic Nelson Staircase at Somerset House, London
F BALL and Co’s ‘rapid-setting, ultra-smooth’ floor finishing compound has reportedly delivered a fast-track solution...
Global industrial flooring market surges to $7.12 billion in 2023 despite economic challenges
The global industrial flooring market grew from $6.74bn in 2022 to $7.12bn in 2023 at...
Versatile self-leveling compounds: F Ball and Co’s solutions for industrial flooring needs
For industrial applications where floorcoverings aren’t required, rapid-setting, industrial grade self-levelling wearing surface compounds, reportedly...
Underfloor heating surges in the UK
The adoption of underfloor heating in the UK has recently experienced a notable increase, aligning...
Accelerate flooring projects with Weber’s weberfloor MVS: A high-performance moisture vapour suppressant
THE latest product to join Saint-Gobain Weber’s flooring range is weberfloor MVS, a water-based moisture...
Simplify your flooring installation: Discover UltraFloor’s trusted subfloor preparation solutions
WITH so many products available, and the requirements of projects more demanding than ever, choosing...
Pro gyp-base fast track sealer cuts anhydrite screed drying times
ANHYDRITE screeds, also referred to as calcium sulphate or gypsum-based screeds, are nowadays a popular...
Sound solutions: How acoustic flooring can help create better spaces
Karen Wilding explains the role acoustic flooring has to play in ensuring spaces are acoustically...
GenieMat RST by Pliteq: The gamechanger in acoustic underlay
IN a world where the din of daily life often breaches the comfort of our...
ANGLO Recycling’s eco-friendly flame-retardant underlay: Made from recycled fibre in Lancashire
ANGLO Recycling’s flame-retardant underlay is made from fibre recycled in Lancashire, says the company. Its...
Fast-Track solutions and hygienic adhesives from F Ball and Co
IT’s important flooring installations in care homes are undertaken safely and quickly. With older people...
UltraFloor’s subfloor preparation materials used to install 4,000sq m of flooring at a luxury new care home
CFA member Midlands Flooring has used UltraFloor’s subfloor preparation materials to install 4,000sq m of...
Malmo stickdown freedom luxury vinyl tile (LVT): Safe and stylish choice for nursing homes
THE Malmo Stickdown Freedom luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring features a slip resistant aluminium oxide...
Karndean Designflooring partners with Inspired Villages to promote wellbeing in Elderswell retirement development
Speed, safety and wellbeing are key when installing floorcoverings in care settings.
PROMOTING independence and wellbeing...
Tilemaster Adhesives: Introducing the Eco-3000 Range for Resilient Flooring
TILEMASTER Adhesives offers the Eco-3000 range for the resilient flooring industry, and a full range...
Tremco high performance flooring adhesives for complex installations
ENGINEERED to provide a fully compatible system to the flooring sector, CPG UK’s Tremco ‘high...
Palace Chemicals’ solution for rapid tile installation on anhydrite screeds
PALACE Chemicals says it offers one of the market’s widest ranges of flooring adhesives and...
F Ball and Co transform Decorette’s new echt franchise premises with innovative adhesives and compounds
STOPGAP 600 Base deep section base compound and Styccobond F49 Hybrid PS adhesive were among...
The Tile Association promotes hygiene benefits of ceramic tiled surfaces for commercial environments
In an era of increasing awareness around hygiene issues, The Tile Association is promoting the...
WB Simpson & Sons celebrates 190 years of craftsmanship and unveils impressive tiling portfolio
This year WB Simpson & Sons celebrates 190 years as a London and Midlands-based tiling...
Unleash versatility and reliability with Kerakoll’s expanded H40 gel-adhesive range
Kerakoll’s H40 range of multi-purpose gel-adhesives can reportedly be used with any type of tile...
Maintaining porcelain patios: Understanding the difference between barrier treatments and sealers
With the increasing popularity of porcelain patios, it’s no wonder the discussion surrounding maintenance has...
Embracing nature: The health benefits and importance of biophilic interiors in design and flooring choices
In last year’s Specifier’s Guide to Flooring, Scott Hosie, head of product at Crucial Trading,...
Doing things the natural way
Sustainability issues and clients’ concern for the environment is leading a movement towards naturaland alternative...
Complete Flooring Solutions creates safe environment at Townhill Community School with UltraFloor’s superior subfloor materials”
COMPLETE Flooring Solutions has created a safe environment for pupils at Townhill Community School thanks...
F Ball’s Stopgap 1200 Pro: A time-saving solution for flooring installations
Where flooring installations in educational settings are part of a refurbishment and face pressure to...
Mapei System enables fast and safe floor installation at Sunningdale SEN School
A MAPEI system has been used by Titan Flooring to promote a fast and safe...
LION Floor: The reliable and affordable underlay for sheet vinyl floors in education environments
For sheet vinyl floors in education environments, LION Floor provides a ‘reliable and affordable’ fabricated...
Cover up for shade with lightweight Snickers Workwear
Cover up for shade with lightweight Snickers Workwear - a must for the summer months,...
Alumno creates stylish and sustainable student accommodation with Forbo Flooring Solutions
Alumno, a specialist student accommodation developer, conceived and delivered a sophisticated and welcoming space for...
BPP enhances learning environment with modern flooring solutions from Milliken’s sustainable design collection
Established more than 40 years ago, BPP delivers educational courses and qualifications for professional career...
CFJ talks to ChatGPT about flooring, dirty jokes – and not having parents
This month we’ve had some fun getting to know the OpenAI chatbot, ChatGPT. Fasten your...
Tough enoughfor a busy location
Products from F Ball and Co, including Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling compound and Styccobond F49...
Maximising machine return on investment
Tom Dunn explains how machinery choice and maintenance can help smaller contracting businesses make the...
UltraFloor’s Level IT Multi Pro is their best leveller yet
Ultrafloor says it’s launched its best leveller yet. Says the company: ‘Following on from the...
Ride-on and walk behind scrapers from National Flooring Equipment
To support its US and European customer base, surface preparation equipment manufacturer National Flooring Equipment...
The Tilemaster Hygrometer is a surface-mounted, non-destructive device for testing the relative humidity
Proper preparation of the surface is the key to a successful installation, and the first...
A comprehensive guide to aid successful screed installation
LKAB Minerals has a guide entitled ‘Floor preparation: a comprehensive guide to aid successful screed...
The Preparation Group is leading the way in mechanical surface preparation services
The Preparation Group is leading the way in mechanical surface preparation services and upskilling the...
Forbo Flooring Systems’ contemporary range of floorcoverings create a warm and vibrant hybrid working space
FORBO Flooring Systems’ contemporary range of floorcoverings were specified by Momentum, a furniture expert based...
Inspiring spaces begin withbespoke design
Fleur Carson talks aboutusing bespoke flooring to elevate brand identity, stimulate emotional connections and act...
F Ball & Co points out the benefits of specialist vinyl adhesives
Bespoke flooring installations often mean reproducing complex designs from various interlocking shapes of vinyl, large...
Beauflor Create introduces unlimited creativity to vinyl rolls
BEAUFLOR Create says it’s introduced unlimited creativity to vinyl rolls. In schools, nurseries, playcentres, shops,...
Shaw Contract’s carbon neutral manufacturing facility produce the Haven collection
Carbon costs associated with property development have become key considerations for stakeholders. This is reshaping...
F BALL’s Styccobond F73 PLUS adhesive ideal for securing entrance matting
F BALL’s Styccobond F73 PLUS adhesive for internal and external heavy-duty applications is reportedly ideal...
See first-hand the latest innovations in hardened wood flooring at the Bjelin stand (PC9)
Visitors to the Bjelin stand at Clerkenwell Design Week will have the opportunity to see...
Experience Universal Fibersat CDW 2023
For the second consecutive year, Universal Fibers will welcome global customers and industry partners to...
Shaw Contract to showcase latest collections at CDW
Celebrating five years of UK-based manufacturing from its carbon neutral facility in Scotland, Shaw Contract...
Down to Earth helps create calm, comforting spaces
Milliken’s showroom will once again be one of the highlights of CDW. Among other gems,...
Junckers at CDW 2023
Junckers is taking part in this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week, the UK’s leading design festival,...
Forbo looks ahead to CDW 2023
At this year’s highly anticipated CDW, Forbo Flooring Systems will once again be opening the...
It’s a Mapei World of Sport for CDW 2023
In a celebration of sport, activity and wellbeing, Mapei will focus on systems and solutions...
Burmatex debuts new carpet tile and plank products at CDW stand PB12a
Burmatex is one of the UK’s leading designers and manufacturers of contract carpet tiles and...
Altro explores inclusive design with neurodiversity focus for Clerkenwell
Visit Altro’s showroom during CDW to be immersed in a journey of discovery about design...
CDW to celebrateits 14th in style
Celebrating its 14th year between 23-25 May, CDW has firmly established itself as the UK’s...
Pliteq has a vast range of options for fitness spaces
PLITEQ says its commitment to creating innovative long-lasting products, sustainability and engineering isn’t just a...
Sprung specialise in all types of fitness flooring, safety solutions and outdoor surfaces
A SUPPLIER of fitness flooring says it’s set for an impressive summer season withsome new...
TVS Group multi-million pound refurbishment project at Hotel and Spa Resort
SPORTS and fitness surfacing specialist, Jason Lewis-Lamb, representing TVS Group, was recently invited to visit...
InstaGroup develop specialist innovations for sports flooring
ONE of the most important objectives in sports and gym flooring is the ability to...
Meadowbank stadium fitted with Junckers 22mm Maple Champion flooring
MEADOWBANK Sports Centre has been the home of elite sport in Edinburgh since the ‘30s....
Working over raised-access floor panels with F Ball and Co’s cement-based primers
FLOORING contractors who undertake installations in office environments will be familiar with working over raised-access...
Karndean Designflooring interiors have a reduced impact on the environment
WITH a people-centric approach to sustainability, a player in the UK’s vinyl flooring market, Karndean...
Spectacular, outstanding performance and durability from Gerflor
WHEN an interior design company urgently needed to source flooring for its client’s office premises,...
BMJ use Milliken to transform office into a flexible, dynamic, ‘smart hub’ style workplace
HAVING identified a shift in the post-pandemic working patterns of its employees, BMJ embarked on...
How resin flooring systems meet the needs of food production environments
JENNY Jones, Flowcrete technical specification advisor explains in her own words the role: Protecting your...
GRADUS has a game-changing product in its line-up, Mat-in-a-Box
GRADUS, a manufacturer and supplier of entrance matting systems, says it has a game-changing product...
INTRAsystems pioneering new products for the entrance matting industry
INTRAsystems says it’s been re-engineering and pioneering new products for the entrance matting industry since...
Hexa and Pennon tiles from the Kaleidoscope collection
WESSEX Water was keen to give the existing staff restaurant and seating area at its...
Premium subfloor preparation materials perfectly suited to the flooring industry
ULTRAFLOOR says it’s home to a portfolio of contractor and retail-friendly, premium subfloor preparation materials...
F BALL’s Stopgap 300 HD heavy-duty levelling compound is suitable for areas subject to high traffic and heavy loads
F BALL’s Stopgap 300 HD heavy-duty levelling compound is reportedly suitable for use in areas...
F Ball and Co used in the Middle East and Africa’s principal healthcare and research centre
A ‘HIGH-PERFORMANCE’ levelling compound and adhesives from F Ball and Co have been chosen to...
Raven Flooring use UltraFloor DPM IT to create the structural membrane
FLOORING contractor, Raven Flooring, has used UltraFloor Level IT Two to install 540sq m of...
Fusion LVT
Fusion LVT flooring is a design-led collection that is suitable for both residential and heavy...
Designer Contracts introduces more sustainable vinyl and LVT offer
Designer Contracts has refreshed its ever-popular Designer Knight Tile offer. Which features enhanced environmental credentials.The...
Office expansion calls for sustainable refurbishment approach
FORBO Flooring Systems’ Marmoleum was the product of choice for a creative breakout space at...
MAPEI Ultracoat is a range of water-based floor finishes, designed to protect all types of wood
MAPEI Ultracoat is a range of water-based floor finishes, designed to protect all types of...
Sustainable surface care products for all types of natural and engineered stone
DEVELOPED for the contract and landscape markets, LTP’s specialist ECOPROTEC range is said to include...
UZIN L2 Contract is a new cost-effective two-part smoothing compound
UZIN says it’s excited to announce the launch of UZIN L2 Contract which it describes...
B&K SYSTEMS/Total Floor Solutions developed a ultra-lightweight flooring solution
B&K SYSTEMS/Total Floor Solutions says it’s developed a new solution to provide an ultra-lightweight flooring...
Mapei’s range features special components to accelerate drying
A good screed construction is the very foundation of a good floor installation. Along with...
Tremco’s SX300NA high performance latex underlayment ensures a well-prepared base
To ensure the success of any floor finish, choosing the right smoothing compound is critical,...
How to avoid issues when installing a new floor with Tilemaster Adhesives
ONE of the most important parts of installing a new floor is ensuring the subfloor...
Providing the flooring market with quality, innovative subfloor preparation materials
PROFESSIONAL flooring contractors, Elvet Flooring Solutions, has made a homeowner’s dream come true after installing...
KERACEM Eco is a hydraulic binder for high-performance screeds and heat-radiant slabs
KERACEM Eco from Kerakoll is a hydraulic binder for high-performance screeds and heat-radiant slabs. When...
F46 pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive from F Ball and Co
F BALL and Co Ltd’s Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling compound and F46 pressure sensitive acrylic...
Junckers rewards woodcare customers, old and new
Signing up to become a member is quick and easy, and flooring professionals start earning...
‘Reward yourself’ with floorwise
THE biggest rewards in flooring, says floorwise, is the floorwise rewards programme which gives points...
F Ball and Co’s customer rewards programme returns
OVER 10 years since its original launch, F Ball and Co Ltd’s customer rewards programme...
Pale maple floors form backdrop to new student accommodation
COTTRELL + Vermeulen Architecture has designed new, bright and airy postgraduate accommodation for Churchill College,...
High-performing and easy-to-clean as well as stain and scratch-resistant safety floor
A SAFETY floor described by Altro as high-performing and easy-to-clean as well as stain- and...
F BALL and Co high-performance water-mix smoothing underlayment, used alongside pressure-sensitive vinyl adhesive
F BALL and Co says its newest high-performance water-mix smoothing underlayment, Stopgap 1500 AquaPro, has...
Architects specified various solutions from Forbo Flooring Systems
APPOINTED to design Hammerson House, Wohl Campus, a new care building, P+HS Architects specified various...
New smoothing underlayment is suitable for preparing a wide range of sound internal subfloors
FOR when floorcovering installations are part of a refurbishment and adhesive residues are left behind...
FESTOOL presents its new CSC SYS 50 cordless table saw
FESTOOL has presented its new CSC SYS 50 cordless table saw. It’s described as extremely...
Coordinating a beautiful range of Milliken floorcoverings
THE Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership (SWLEP) engaged workplace interior specialists Wylde IA to...
2023 set to be a big year for Floor Trim Systems
2023 will be a big year for Floor Trim Systems, says the company. Following the...
Adhesives with wider compatibility on different floorcovering types
Profiles, trims and accessories can be vital for the success of certain types of flooring...
TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring ‘rolls out the red carpet’
TRADECHOICE Carpet & Flooring continues to pull out all the stops for its loyal customers...
Flooring by design
In this second part of two reports, CFJ speaks to Darren Hope, director of Bolton-based...
Flooring solutions with comfort and safety in education
ENSURING educational spaces have the best levels of comfort, safety and focus is now more...
Milliken’s LVT and modular carpet floorcovering products
ESTABLISHED more than 40 years ago, BPP University Law School, London, UK delivers educational courses...
Ultra-rapid setting self-levelling flooring compound
TILEMASTER Adhesives says it has the answer for those rapid repairs that need to be...
Highly sustainable and fully recyclable carpet tiles from Rawsons
AT Dorchester Primary School the circulation areas and corridors have been refurbished with Rawson Carpet...
Resilient Floor System made for vinyl, rubber, linoleum and PVC surfaces
THE vinyl sports floor at Bishop Walsh Catholic School showed significant wear-and-tear and had already...
Permanently tacky film for carpet tiles
WHILE the practical advantages of carpet tile installations are obvious, such as the ability to...
Popular carbon neutral carpet tile collection
MILLIKEN says its popular carbon neutral carpet tile collection Comfortable Concrete has been reimagined by...
Glued cats, Peppa Pig, and a French misunderstanding
THE first story for this month’s CFJ occurred when I was contracting. I’d previously been...
Latest carpet tile collections 2023 from Shaw Contract
SHIFTING Fields is the latest carpet tile collection from commercial flooring designer-manufacturer Shaw Contract EMEA....
Ground-breaking, water-based floor leveller
ULTRAFLOOR describes itself as the home to a portfolio of contractor and retail-friendly, premium subfloor...
Smoothing compounds with quick walk-on and drying times
To ensure the success of any floor finish, choosing the right smoothing compound is critical,...
Smoothing underlayment that can be applied over old adhesive residues
THE latest advancements in cement technology have enabled F Ball and Co to create a...
Smoothing compound with a superb surface finish
Tilemaster LevelFlex+ FINISH has, according to the company, been developed to make an installer’s life...
Smoothing compounds for floorcoverings and underfloor heating
Mapei’s range of smoothing compounds has been developed to perform to the highest technical standards,...
Milliken puts art on show in the City of Lights
MILLIKEN’s latest carpet tile collection ‘Comfortable Concrete Retold’ is used to dramatic effect in the...
Flotex is a flocked floorcovering which is resilient and versatile
CUMBRIA, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW) continuously strive to provide better education...
Levelling compounds that are less costly and save time
TECHNICAL representatives from F Ball and Co have provided contractors from John Lord Flooring,based in...
The cost effective option with regards to heating
AMBER Underfloor Heating predicts rising demand for electric heating amid concerns over gas industry leaders...
Quality IMO underlays can enhance the comfort and durability of floorcoverings
WHEN it comes to designing the interiors of public buildings, the comfort and safety of...
Forbo Flooring Systems has launched a safety flooring range: Surestep Fast Fit.
IN response to the growing demand for flooring solutions that can be installed quickly with...
F BALL and Co‘s Stopgap Fill and Prime thixotropic primer and Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling compound
F BALL and Co‘s Stopgap Fill and Prime thixotropic primer and Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling...
F BALL and Co supplies distributors with a range of support materials
F BALL and Co says it supplies distributors with a range of support materials to...
MALMO LVT POS reportedly offers the flexibility to meet all retail needs
MALMO LVT POS reportedly offers the flexibility to meet all retail needs. The Malmo luxury...
New BAL XL Floor One is an improved thick bed floor adhesive
LARGE format tiles have changed the way tilers go about tiling floors, but no matter...
Mapei’s range of ‘high performance’ adhesives for all types of floorcoverings
DEVELOPED to promote a fast, safe installation, Mapei’s range of ‘high performance’ adhesives reportedly provide...
Tilemaster Adhesives offers the Eco-3000 range for resilient flooring
TILEMASTER Adhesives offers the Eco-3000 range for the resilient flooring industry, and a full range...
Premium floor tile adhesives suited for the flooring industry
ULTRAFLOOR’s sister brand, UltraTile, is home to a portfolio of what are described as contractor-friendly,...
V4 Wood Flooring Cube Awards
A look at the latest award winners from V4’s Cube Awards.Taking place on 22 September...
High-precision cross cuts: battery power that lasts the entire day
Festool tell us about its new KSC 60 cordless sliding compound mitre saw.What do floor...
A quick guide to fitting wood flooring
Engineered wood flooring is a visually appealing, environmentally-friendly floor covering for sustainable living projects that...
Mix it up with Atkinson & Kirby
Available in five finishes it means you can mix and match between co-ordinated planks or...
Välinge flooring – real wood floors for real world usage
Välinge tell us about its new hardened wood floor range.Founded in 1993, Välinge is a...
Herringbone parquet by Meister: elegant and natural
Parquet is one of the world’s oldest and most popular types of flooring. And that’s...
Levelling compound and adhesive combinations for installing wood floorcoverings
F Ball recommends the application of a heavy-duty levelling compound, such as Stopgap 300 HD,...
IDS’s laminate flooring portfolio reflects latest technical advances and design
Laminate flooring is recognised as a cost effective, stylish and low maintenance alternative to real...
Wood floor know-how in the Orange World
Pallmann tell us about its new training centre in Würzburg, Germany.The new Orange World training...
ProKnee – ‘our pads aren’t just sustainable; they sustain you’
Servicing the needs of floor covering installation and other construction professionals since 1989, ProKnee describes...
Win the war on the floor
Whatever type of flooring you have it needs protecting, as when furniture and flooring meet,...
Choosing a sustainable and long-lasting floor for commercial and public buildings
How to give your floors the best protection you can.
Floor finishes play an important role...
Amorim Wise – the most stylish corkfloor for your project
Amorim Wise supplied the following information on the benefits of installing cork flooring.
Comfortable, silent and...
Adhesives and levelling compounds specified for their help in infection control
WITH flooring installations in healthcare settings, there’s often a particular need for speed to enable...
CRT Flooring Specialists has used UltraFloor’s latest product innovation
CRT Flooring Specialists has used UltraFloor’s latest product innovation, Level IT Hydra Bond, to install...
Grand opening for Chaunceys Timber Flooring’s showroom in Bristol
Family-run business Chaunceys Timber Flooring has opened its new showroom in Bristol after relocating to...
Benham and Reeves reveals which London councils have the best house building performance
THE latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed which...
Flooring installations in social housing completed quickly
FLOORING installations in social housing settings often face pressure to be completed as quickly as...
F BALL and Co Ltd’s advanced Styccobond F58 PLUS
F BALL and Co Ltd’s advanced Styccobond F58 PLUS is described by the company as...
The nora range is durable, works to reduce noise and provide comfort
FROM changing design trends and functional requirements to occupant wellbeing and sustainability, the list of...
TPS360 hygienic systems for industrial and commercial applications
TPS360 describes itself as a market-leading supplier and installer of flooring and hygienic systems for...
Abacus Flooring Solutions plays an active role in promoting the numerous systems available by suppliers
Industrial resin flooring has been around since the very early ‘60s designed to protect concrete...
Subfloor preparation in commercial environments
CARPET tiles over raised access flooring is a common flooring combination in commercial environments. However,...
Colours inspired by the natural environment
COLOURS inspired by the natural environment, combined with the reportedly outstanding performance of Forbo Flooring...
Forbo Flooring Systems’ Nuway primary barrier matting
FORBO Flooring Systems’ Nuway primary barrier matting has reportedly been a market-leading entrance flooring system...
The ECOPROTEC range includes surface treatments for all types of tile and stone
DEVELOPED for the contract sector, the ECOPROTEC range reportedly includes surface treatments for all types...
SHAW Contract EMEA has added new styles and colours to its carpet tile collection
SHAW Contract EMEA has added new styles and colours to its carpet tile collection, Kindred.Created...
Schlüter-DILEX solutions for all relevant movement joints in tile coverings
WE’VE all seen cases where a tiled surface - particularly in heavily trafficked areas such...
Malmo Freedom stickdown luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring
THE Malmo Freedom stickdown luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring is said to feature a durable...
Karndean flooring has a durable, waterproof surface that can stand up to the toughest retail settings
FLEUR Carson, commercial sales director of Karndean Designflooring, says: ‘Our experiences over the past couple...
F Ball and Co Stopgap 1500 AquaPro fast-track, water-mix smoothing underlayment
WHEN installing floorcoverings as part of a refurbishment, removing old floorcoverings will reveal adhesive residues....
Forbo Flooring Systems’ adhesive-free Modul’up range
WHEN Edinburgh Gin wanted to open its latest pop-up store in Edinburgh city centre, it...
LTP has launched its ECOPROTEC exterior range
SURFACE care specialist, LTP has launched its ECOPROTEC exterior range. Developed specifically for the contract...
MAPEI has extended its UltraCare surface protection range
MAPEI has extended its UltraCare range with the introduction of eight products dedicated to floor,...
A neat solution for a variety of projects
Available in plank, tile, and herringbone looks, Origin 55 Engineered Click Acoustic is the new...
The cost-effective and readily available alternative for BS 8203 compliant plywood
The extraordinary growth of luxury vinyl tile flooring has highlighted the need for careful subfloor...
Design freely with Origin LVT
Origin is the new luxury vinyl tiles collection from IVC Commercial that lets you design...
Revolutionary retail flooring
The R-Tile range of LVT offers an excellent alternative to traditional retail flooring such as...
BerryAlloc’s solution for the faster installation of vinyl floors
DreamClick can be found on BerryAlloc’s Pure and Style vinyl collections and features a 360°...
How does Impervia differ from vinyl and laminate?
We take pride in providing architects and interior designers with the tools they need to...
IDS’s LVT flooring portfolio offers extensive choice for new build and commercial projects
Housebuilders, developers, and specifiers are increasingly recognising LVT as a practical and stylish choice for...
Fusion LVT flooring is a design-led collection
Fusion LVT flooring is a design-led collection that is suitable for both residential and heavy...
Harvey Maria flooring trends for autumn and winter 2022/23
Interior trends and colour predictions for this autumn and winter are characterised by a forward...
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is suitable for textile floorcoverings
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is a water-based rubber/resin flooring adhesive, which is suitable...
AW Commercial Flooring has a tailor-made solution to suit your needs
WHATEVER your project, AW Commercial Flooring says it has a tailor-made solution to suit your...
Rawson Carpet Solution’s tessellated tiles, showcasing texture and design
HARBOROUGH Innovation Centre, established in 2010 in Market Harborough, is a vibrant, eco-friendly hub providing...
ULTRAFLOOR Level IT Hydra Bond is described as a ground-breaking, water-based floor leveller
ULTRAFLOOR Level IT Hydra Bond is described as a ground-breaking, water-based floor leveller that can...
ECOPROTEC Blackstone Sealer & Restorer, provide a long-term protection
A NEWLY installed black stone patio is an impressive sight – but its wow-factor often...
Cemfloor Level Plus
Cemfloor Liquid Screed is happy to present the latest innovative product in their range. Cemfloor...
Superior seamless floors for all settings
The specification of seamless flooring has become common practice within the construction sector. In addition...
UltraFloor makes light work of industrial flooring applications
With so many products available on the market, and the requirement of projects more demanding...
Abacus Flooring Solutions
By Nick Megson, mdAbacus Flooring Solutions Ltd
Working in the resin flooring industry since the early...
Subfloor preparation products and adhesives from F Ball and Co
SUBFLOOR preparation products and adhesives from F Ball and Co have been used to install...
Tilemaster Prime+ Grip is a suitable smoothing compound to level and smooth floors
LIFTING old tiles or flooring to lay a new floor can be time-consuming and difficult...
Milliken transformed and re-launched its ship-from-stock programme
MILLIKEN says it’s transformed and re-launched its ship-from-stock programme. The new ‘24 Hour Despatch from...
Subfloor preparation products and adhesives from F Ball and Co
SUBFLOOR preparation products and adhesives from F Ball and Co have reportedly helped deliver what’s...
Husqvarna Hipertrowel rejuvenates large warehouse
A 50,000sq m floor of a recently vacated warehouse needed restoring back to a useable...
TPS360 – providing expertise and market leadership for industrial flooring projects
TPS360 are a market-leading supplier and installer of flooring and hygiene systems for industrial and...
Why catching Covid-19 was no laughing matter for flooring’s Mr Funny
Carpet-fitter Ian James, a familiar face at The Flooring Show and the closest thing the...
LEISTER’s new GROOVER 500-LP battery-operated floor groover
LEISTER’s new GROOVER 500-LP battery-operated floor groover reportedly saves time onsite by eliminating the need...
Proper surface preparation is key for a successful installation
FLOOR grinding represents one of the most challenging applications for source extraction, says James Miller,...
DC Flooring
DC FLOORING says coupling a wealth of knowledge with an unparalleled determination for customer satisfaction...
Innovative products from Murexin
Murexin have long been leaders in the development and production of specialist industrial preparation products,...
Nitoflor PAFS from Fosroc
Fosroc is delighted to announce the launch of Nitoflor PAFS. Nitoflor PAFS is a new...
Polyflor range review
Camaro Rigid Core PUR is a collection of Stone Polymer Composite (SPC) interlocking luxury vinyl...
Beauflor Create: Beauflor’s creative canvas for digitally customizable vinyl flooring
Through a well-established retail network covering the entire UK, Beauflor® is one of the country’s...
The InSitu room visualiser from Verona is purpose built to make your customer’s lives easier
Verona’s ‘InSitu’ room visualiser has changed the way in which retailers help their customers pick...
Timelapse your flooring projects
We’ve all tried to film images of our work for our own social media channels,...
Polyflor floor visualiser: enhancing design through technology
Through the years innovative technology has grown to touch every aspect of our lives, and...
Hanson Plywood’s architects, specifiers and designers virtual showroom
For some time, we have been exploring ways to make life easier for businesses and...
F Ball and Co’s Stopgap 1200 Pro, are specified for areas where infection control is a priority
FLOORING installations in nursing and care homes require special considerations to help support elderly residents...
Malmo Freedom stickdown luxury vinyl tile (LVT)
THE Malmo Freedom stickdown luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring is said to feature a slip-resistance...
Forbo Flooring Systems has partnered with the Dementia Services Development Centre
FLOORING is a key factor in designing a dementia-friendly environment as it has a significant...
Nursing a flooring success
KARNDEAN Designflooring has launched a contemporary collection designed to meet the specific needs of the...
What adhesive should you use when installing LVTs?
PRESSURE-sensitive adhesives, high-temperature adhesives and two-component adhesives can all be used when installing LVTs.
Each adhesive...
STAUF new ProForce product range
CAN highly efficient chemical products and ecological responsibility be reconciled? The experts at STAUF have...
BOSTIK has launched a new soft floor adhesive
BOSTIK has launched STIX A600 EVOLUTION, a new soft floor adhesive that contains glass ball...
UltraTile’s premium floor tile adhesives
ULTRAFLOOR’s sister brand, UltraTile, is said by the company to be home to a portfolio...
MAPEI’s range of adhesives for all types of floor and wall coverings
MAPEI’s range of adhesives reportedly includes systems for all types of floor and wall coverings,...
F Ball and Co’s fast-track, fibre-reinforced transitional adhesive
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co’s System LVT range, including the company’s fast-track, fibre-reinforced transitional...
BAL overcomes issues with rapid-sets in hot weather
SUMMER’s here, which means lengthy days and hot temperatures (if we’re lucky!). This can cause...
Tilemaster Adhesives offers full range of professional adhesives
TILEMASTER Adhesives says it offers a full range of professional adhesives for tiling with ceramic,...
XPS Foam says it’s the only UK manufacturer of XPS Underlay
XPS Foam says it’s the only UK manufacturer of XPS Underlay. Based in north Wales,...
Anglo Recycling represents low tech, low energy underlays
ANGLO RECYCLING says it represents low tech, low energy underlays and spares the world’s resources.
‘How...
SONIXX is a range of specialist acoustic solutions
SONIXX is described as a range of specialist acoustic solutions that significantly reduce sound transmission...
floorwise finds it easier to create fantastically quiet floors
WITH sound-reducing underlays for wood, laminate, and LVT floors, floorwise says it finds it easier...
ADP has years’ experience with warehousing and distribution needs
ADP says it has years’ experience dealing with various warehousing and distribution needs. ‘We offer...
F BALL and Co’s Marine Range help optimise the appearance of floorcoverings
F BALL and Co’s Marine Range comprises flooring installation products that are said to help...
Snickers Workwear develop long-lasting, functional garments
PETER Dumigan, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, which owns Snickers Workwear, Hultafors Tools,...
Shire Flooring used UltraFloor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer and Level IT Two
COMMERCIAL flooring specialists, Shire Flooring, has used UltraFloor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer and Level IT...
Snickers Workwear will look after your wellbeing onsite this summer
STAY cool and safe at work with Snickers Workwear Summer Topwear, says the company, emphasising...
ENGEL Workwear also focuses on aiding the global climate challenge
ALONGSIDE ‘a continual policy of developing products to keep ahead of the highest comfort and...
LTP’s specialist ECOPROTEC range includes sustainable surface care products
DEVELOPED for the contract and landscape markets, LTP’s specialist ECOPROTEC range reportedly includes sustainable surface...
BAL is excited to announce the launch of its new-look small powders
To meet the demands of a changing market-place and provide leading solutions, BAL says it’s...
Tile Giant offers a range of tiling and flooring to suit all budgets
WHEN it comes to your next project, leading national tile retailer, Tile Giant, says it...
Mapei extend its range to offer new solutions
As stone, ceramic and porcelain finishes become increasingly popular indoors and outdoors, Mapei has extended...
Tilemaster Adhesives says it offers a full range of professional adhesives
TILEMASTER Adhesives says it offers a full range of professional adhesives which are said to...
Schlüter-Systems is a leading expert in tile and stone protection
Schlüter-Systems says it’s the leading expert in tile and stone protection. Proper attention to preparation...
Ceralsio a suitable flooring choice for high-traffic areas
FLOORING, whether chosen for large, open spaces or smaller venues needs to perform visually as...