- PO Box 1256, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 9QW
- 0800 6891459
- sales@earthwerks.co.uk
- www.earthwerks.eu.com
Behind the EarthWerks® name is the family business Swiff-Train from Texas (USA) – founded in 1937 by Josef Swiff and Herbert Train. Especially considering the fact that Swiff-Train has a long heritage and experience in the area of design floor coverings (Luxury Vinyl Tiles, LVT), and a very sound history of experience in this arena. Since 1985, this experience has woven itself into every facet of company innovation, and into every development, and every collection.
Contract floorcoverings market increased by 1.5% in 2025
THE total GB contract floorcoverings market increased by an estimated 1.5% in 2025 to 49.9m...
Baker Flooring: Family values and commercial flooring expertise
FOUNDED in 1973 by Terry Baker, Baker Flooring has spent more than 50 years establishing...
Time to break free
Free up your business to unlock a world of opportunity with Husqvarna Autogrinder™ – the self-operating...
Husqvarna Construction introduces a new generation of air cleaners to assist with capturing airborne dust
This launch includes our first two new air cleaner models: Husqvarna A25 and A45. Each...
Unilin Flooring is now home to Mohawk Group carpet tiles
UNILIN Flooring is now stocking commercially proven Mohawk Group carpet tiles for immediate nationwide delivery.
Across...
LeoLine now available at Likewise Floors
LEOLINE sheet vinyl flooring is now available from Likewise depots around the UK.
Made by IVC...
Likewise Group acquires key Headlam Group assets
Likewise Group plc, the fast growing UK floor coverings distributor has announced it has acquired...
Anything but flooring
Ian Windsor
Tough love builds resilient young people
I HAVE to be honest, one thing that really...
The floor is yours
Joe Tyrrell - commercial director of Tyrrell Flooring
What was your first part-time job?Sweeping up. My...
Labour Shortages
BRADLEY CHILTON
Why apprenticeships matter more than everI RUN an independent family flooring business trading since...
A week in the life of…
Joe Norris - business development manager at Nationwide Flooring
Nationwide Flooring is a commercial flooring contractor...
Trade Talk
Dave Caldwell
The managing director of OSS Flooring Services tells David Strydom one way to avoid...
On the Move – Promotion
Cian O’Leary and Alysse CampanyKelmore has appointed two area sales managers to its national sales...
On the Move – Appointed
Luke ThomasLuxury flooring brands Riviera Home and The Woven Edge have appointed Luke Thomas as...
CFA welcomes managed transition to new Level 3 floorcovering qualification
THE Contract Flooring Association (CFA) has welcomed the introduction of a 24-month transitional arrangement for...
Karndean Commercial unveils thoughtful Van Gogh collection with a new palette crafted for modern interiors
KARNDEAN Commercial, a UK supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, has updated its Van Gogh collection...
The ‘enduring appeal’ of light oak with Havwoods
RATHER than building schemes around bold statement pieces or fleeting colour trends, today’s interiors are...
Moduleo updates Roots collection
MODULEO has updated its Roots collection, bringing ‘the freedom of mix and match with floors...
‘Durability that doesn’t compromise comfort’
DURABILITY is a key factor in the specification of kitchen and bathroom flooring in social...
Custom carpet made easier than ever, says Louis De Poortere
CARPET Studio is the new bespoke carpet and stair runner designer from Louis De Poortere.With...
Karndean Commercial launches Knight Tile Curio and Empire Marble designs
KARNDEAN Commercial is launching Knight Tile Curio and Empire Marble chequerboard, introducing geometric flooring options...
ProKnee Kneepads ‘can be restored to like-new condition’
AS players in the personal protective equipment and efficiency worthy tools sector, ProKnee has been...
‘Cut down on ocean waste and fight poverty with Comfytex Deluxe Max’
LEOLINE Comfytex Deluxe Max features a textile backing for ‘easy, glue-free installation’, but it’s no...
New Altro Oceanis ‘brings the beauty of nature to bathroom floors’
ALTRO Oceanis is described by Altro as an ‘innovative new safety floor solution inspired by...
CFJ Awards 2027 to be held at National Conference Centre on 2 September
THE CFJ Awards 2027 will take place at the National Conference Centre (NCC) in Birmingham...
IVC Commercial shows its caring side at the Care Show Birmingham
IVC Commercial is exhibiting at the Care Show Birmingham, described as the UK’s leading event...
F Ball and Co: 140 years and counting
THIS month marks 140 years since F Ball and Co was founded. To celebrate the...
How ADP is simplifying flooring project delivery
FOR retailers and manufacturers, successful projects rely on far more than simply moving products from...
BAL launches new website with enhanced digital tools
BAL says it’s delighted to announce the launch of its new brand website, www.bal-adhesives.com, delivering...
Government hears flooring sector’s concerns in built environment consultation
THE Contract Flooring Association (CFA) has welcomed the opportunity to represent the flooring sector in...
Surprising misconceptions about laminate flooring revealed by Quick-Step online survey
DID you know that many people still thank laminate isn’t beautiful?Quick-Step has reportedly bust this...
‘Celebrate Wool Month with the beauty and texture of pure woolcarpets from Causeway Carpets’
THIS October is Wool Month where the natural, renewable and biodegradable fibre is celebrated in...
Unilin achieves EcoVadis gold medal and joins top 5% worldwide
UNILIN, which describes itself as a global reference in interior design and building materials, has...
Shelter shop transformation showcases the value of retail-focused flooring design
FLOORING IN RETAIL & SHOPPING LOCATIONS
AS the charity retail sector becomes increasingly popular, flooring is...
F Ball products used in gift shop refurb
FLOORING IN RETAIL & SHOPPING LOCATIONS
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 1200 ‘high-performance’ smoothing compound has...
LTP ‘leads the way’ with PFAS-free formulations
FLOOR FINISHES, VARNISHES & SEALANTS
DEVELOPED for the contract flooring and landscape sectors, LTP’s specialist ECOPROTEC...
Mapei highlights sustainable surface protection range
FLOOR FINISHES, VARNISHES & SEALANTS
MAPEI’s UltraCare range includes a series of treatments dedicated to floor...
Junckers: If you’re looking for a flawless floor finish, WB Primer is the way to go
FLOOR FINISHES, VARNISHES & SEALANTS
MODERN wood flooring surface treatments come in various types, the most...
Styccobond F3 ‘still UK’s most used adhesive for textile floorcoverings’
CONTRACT CARPETS
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is a water-based rubber/resin flooring adhesive, which is...
Blending carpet tile and LVT at Element Materials Technology
ELEMENT Materials Technology is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, supporting critical...
Sustainable flooring installed at the heart of new university facility
WHEN the University of South Wales was looking to expand its on-site chiropractic clinic, Stride...
The war on PFAS steps up a level
What are PFAS? Richard Aylen explains why we should be worried and what is being...
How to save pennies while keeping quality
Neil provides ways to maintain a balancing act: save money without compromising on installation quality
WITH...
Assessing subfloor flatness for flooring installations
In the latest article in his subfloor assessment series, Richard explains how surface regularity is...
Site assessments done right
A thorough site assessment is the foundation of every successful flooring installation, helping prevent failures,...
‘Find the right underlay with Floorwise’
WHEN it comes to underlay, Floorwise says it has you covered. With so many options...
Designing bespoke carpet and stair runners ‘as easy as 1,2,3 with new Carpet Studio’
With more than 6,000 archive designs and 144 colours, the new Carpet Studio lets homeowners...
CFJ Awards 2026 produces a dazzling day of industry champions
WITH comedian Rory Bremner on top form, the CFJ Awards held on Friday 11 September...
Avoid Unseen Problems in Social Housing Flooring with Beauflor Cushion Vinyl
Social housing providers looking to reduce void costs, rent loss and turnover should consider the...
Unilin achieves EcoVadis gold medal and joins top 5% worldwide
UNILIN, which describes itself as a global reference in interior design and building materials, has...
‘Celebrate Wool Month with the beauty and texture of pure wool carpets from Causeway Carpets’
THIS October is Wool Month where the natural, renewable and biodegradable fibre is celebrated in...
Headlam moves towards administration as financial pressures mount
HEADLAM has announced plans to enter administration after efforts to secure the future of the...
Expanded Quick-Step Master Installer course launched
THE Academy of Excellence in Flooring has launched its expanded Quick-Step Master Installer Accreditation Course,...
F Ball announces appointment of new training officer
F Ball and Co has appointed Andy Heath as the company’s new training officer, further...
CFA appoints Mark Graham as new training manager
THE Contract Flooring Association (CFA) has appointed Mark Graham as its new training manager, with...
New Planex HR Maxi extends Mapei smoothing range
MAPEI has introduced Planex HR Maxi to its range of self-levelling/smoothing compounds. Described as rapid-drying...
Floorwise launches high-solids silicone sealant
FLOORWISE has launched F500 Silicone Sealant, described as a high-performance silicone sealant in a range...
Karndean Commercial updates Van Gogh collection with palette for modern interiors
KARNDEAN Commercial has updated its Van Gogh collection with six designs and a parquet-style Pavilion...
‘Speed up your dryback installations with Flex Pro Pure’
MODULEO’s Flex Pro Pure is described as a clever self-adhesive underlay that makes short work...
Granorte ‘brings the beauty of nature’s wonder material’
RECOLOUR is the cork floor from Granorte that brings the beauty of nature’s wonder material...
Louis De Poortere Ecorugs range ‘celebrates best of contemporaryand traditional design’
THE Louis De Poortere Ecorugs collection isn’t only completely recyclable but also completely washable, making...
‘Give homes the premium touch with LeoLine’
LEOLINE’s Premium Elite reportedly bridges the gap between cushion vinyl and LVT bringing the look...
The ProKnee Bomber Pad is ‘great option for tight spaces’
FROM the US manufacturer that says it produces the only custom-fit kneepads on the market,...
‘Carpets of quality just when you need them’
CAUSEWAY Carpets says it now delivers its quality wool, wool-rich and polyester carpets in a...
Why animals need stronger protection
ANYTHING BUT FLOORING
Cruelty towards animals is something I can't understand. They give us unconditional love,...
The floor is yours
Steve Jones, founder of BillyBot in the dock
Did you ever get into trouble at school...
Flooring retailer develops AI planning software
Tony Wilkinson swapped fitting tools for software development, creating an AI-powered platform designed to help...
A week in the life of…
Helen Holland managing director of New Homes Flooring
I SET the alarm for 7.20am. Before I...
CFJ Awards 2027 announced for National Conference Centre
THE CFJ Awards 2027 will take place at the National Conference Centre (NCC) in Birmingham...
CFJ Awards 2027 venue announced along with brand new format
THE CFJ Awards 2027 will take place at the National Conference Centre (NCC) in Birmingham...
QEP mixes it up at The Flooring Show
QEP is exhibiting at The Flooring Show, bringing its flooring brands to installers and retailers...
Discover the ‘beauty and quality’ of Causeway Carpets in Harrogate
AVAILABLE ‘only at the country’s best independent retailers’, Causeway Carpets said it makes fine quality...
Cork is calling at The Flooring Show, says Granorte
FINDING new and interesting flooring options at The Flooring Show is now easy thanks to...
Harrogate readyfor flooring industry’s premier annual showcase
THE Flooring Show returns to Harrogate this year, and all signs point to an event...
Kelmore backs local triathlete star Leah Hoole on her journey to world stage
LANCASHIRE-based manufacturer Kelmore has announced sponsorship of local athlete representing Great Britain, Leah Hoole.Leah, from...
CFA elects first female vice-president as new council takes shape
THE Contract Flooring Association held its annual general meeting on 14 July at Leicester racecourse,...
‘We tailor our installation solutions to meet the specific needs of your business’
WITH more than 20 years’ experience, ADP says it’s delivered thousands of commercial and retail...
ARDEX GROUP UK awarded BSI Kitemark for Service Excellence
THE ARDEX Group UK, manufacturer of flooring, tiling and general construction brands across the UK,...
Recofloor drives circular economy with new flooring reuse initiative
RECOFLOOR, a vinyl flooring recycling takeback scheme funded by UK flooring manufacturers Altro and Polyflor,...
CFJ Awards celebrates excellence across contract flooring once again
THE CFJ Awards has become one of the most important dates in the contract flooring...
Styccobond F44 designed to give strong initial tack
SHEET VINYL
STYCCOBOND F44 by F Ball and Co, is a solvent-free acrylic emulsion adhesive for...
New sports flooring supports multi-use hall at Langley School
SHEET VINYL
LANGLEY School undertook a major refurbishment of its sports hall to create a modern...
‘500sq m in five working days guaranteed with Forbo Direct’
REFURBISHMENT
FORBO says its renowned carpet tile stock and delivery promise has had a design refresh,...
A rapid way to refurbish an old floor
REFURBISHMENT
REFURBISHMENT projects can be time-critical, especially in buildings that are in use, and need the...
Refurbishment remedies to the ready
REFURBISHMENT
WHEN undertaking installations as part of a refurbishment, you never know what you are dealing...
F Ball extends use of Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound
INDUSTRIAL FLOORING
F BALL and Co has extended the use of its Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing...
New sports flooring delivered for Romilly School refurbishment project
ROMILLY School in Barry, Wales, underwent a transformative sports hall refurbishment to create a durable,...
Flooring inspections: The importance of smoothness
A smooth subfloor is essential for successful flooring installations, but smoothness means far more than...
The value of flooring market intelligence
Most flooring manufacturers have access to a significant amount of informationabout their own business says...
Manufacturing myths: How flooring brands can make smarter decisions
The UK-versus-overseas manufacturing debate misses the point, says Matt Cater. Successful flooring display projects depend...
The moisture risk that hasn’t gone away
David Powell explains why moisture is such a persistent threat, what it can do to...
Floor preparation solutions for self-storage refurbishment projects
Chris McQuade advises on the best approach for creating a standalone wearing surface at a...
Making the Grade: Top Tips for Choosing the Right Access Cover
n high-demand environments like schools, colleges and universities, the smallest specification detail can have a...
Evidence-based FACTA Compliance Critical to Ensuring Paving Cover Performance, Warns Drainage Expert
A lack of evidence-based testing threatens to undermine the operational impact of paving covers in...
Mercado to showcase exclusive ranges and new product launches at The Flooring Show Harrogate 2026
Mercado returns to The Flooring Show in Harrogate this year with two dedicated stands, B29...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Veatu Flooring’s Emma Taylor on resilience
Resilience in the construction industry – and in life – is everything, Veatu Flooring’s remarkably...
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Lead time is something that simply can’t be rushed’
Because flooring comes last, contractors often inherit the tightest deadlines on major projects, creating pressure...
QEP mixes it up at The Flooring Show
QEP is exhibiting at The Flooring Show, bringing its flooring brands to installers and retailers...
Discover the ‘beauty and quality’ of Causeway Carpets in Harrogate
AVAILABLE ‘only at the country’s best independent retailers’, Causeway Carpets said it makes fine quality...
Cork is calling at The Flooring Show, says Granorte
FINDING new and interesting flooring options at The Flooring Show is now easy thanks to...
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