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Flooring in sports venues

Altro features in ‘dramatic’refurb of theatre bar

TPS360 – providing expertise and market leadership for industrial flooring projects

CSG white paper proposes new standard to unite the sector behind construction product competence

Nationally acclaimed comedian named for The CFJ Awards

Kelmore welcomes new area sales manager ‘to support rapid growth’

Mapei LVT

Make your tile installation more regal, says Parkside

Are you choosing the correct subfloor? Peri has the answer

‘Full line of knee protection for all comfort levels’

All the puzzle pieces fit

Forbo offers extension to 10-year product guarantee

Interfloor at The Flooring Show (Stand B22)

‘The more sustainable way to install resilient floors’

One giant leap for FITA…

Launch of the 2022 Guide to Contract Flooring

Subfloor preparation in industrial settings

Ten Degrees, London

Nursing a flooring success

Reflection on renewals

Work shorts ‘for cooling comfort this summer’

Heckmondwike FB | Long-standing carpet range relaunched

Acoustic solution for wood flooring with Mapesonic CR

F46 pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive from F Ball and Co

How to choose between an oil or lacquer

Smoothing compounds with quick walk-on and drying times

Training plans – A proactive approach to increasing skills and labour

UKFD unveils new retail outlet at Prologis Park

Simple but brilliant design

Gerflor Taralay Impression Control range

Leading by ‘exsample’

‘We have strong, robust processes to ensure productis highest quality’

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Anglo Recycling reduces carbon emissions

Forbo Flooring Systems has refreshed its CO2 neutral Marmoleum Linear collection

We are live and connected!

Our ‘Project’ Range

Algeco and Modulaire Group publish latest global sustainability report

The anatomy of sustainable workwear

‘Statement sustainability’ with Rusticork

2022/2023 membership year – a review

Jumpax from Unifloor

Floorwise: Make your underlay Flex with Flexilay

Karndean flooring has a durable, waterproof surface that can stand up to the toughest retail settings

Keep talent, close the gap

New Amtico Spacia. For a floor that just works.

Vinyl floors fit ‘for any project’ with BerryAlloc Zenn

Integrated scheme ‘brightens up cancer care’

Chris-McQuade

Dealing with lignite

Building better places to live with Kerakoll

Vinyl floors with certified pre-consumer recycled content

Benefits of Screed Additives

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Tilemaster Super Flow 30 is a ultra-rapid setting smoothing compound

Make floors fantastic with Pro-Screed Gold, says floorwise

‘They’re sure to go loopy for Wilton Royal wool loops’

Patent approved for Karta’s hyper-realistic flooring technology

CPA welcomes Adam Turk as new chair

Limited tickets left for The CFJ Awards

Devenish College, Enniskillen

The Bona resilient system

‘Grand Majestic is a floor for those who like to think big’

Painted perfection with Timberline

A Heavy duty star from IVC Commercial

Do I need to check the subfloor?

Alpine Lock from V4 Wood Flooring

‘Capture it all with Quick-Step’

CPA: Construction output expected to fall significantly in 2023 amid looming UK economic recession

Contractors – Put sustainability up front

The sound of silence: getting the most from acoustic flooring and underlays

Maintaining porcelain patios: Understanding the difference between barrier treatments and sealers

Floormitres used by H&J Martin at NI healthcare associations

The ‘who cares what the contracts says?’ mindset

Environmental crisis: The flooring industry can and should play its part

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F Ball & Co | Flooring installations in retail environments

TAXING TIMES

Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling compound and F46 pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive

Dundee College refurb is top of the class

Taraflex® triumph for Gerflor at Pencoedtre High School, Wales

MALMO LVT POS reportedly offers the flexibility to meet all retail needs

The Flooring Show to celebrate 60th birthday at Harrogate Convention Centre in September

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Hydro+ ‘still regarded as leading water-resistant laminate technology’

ADP ‘amazing product roll-out distribution service’

Fusion LVT

IDS expands flooring portfolio with addition of BerryAlloc LVT

Tarkett Safetred brand is the mark of a quality heterogeneous commercial grade safety floor

Vibrant transformation: Custom carpet tile design in London blends bold aesthetics with functional elegance

Fast and Clean Luxury Vinyl Installs with Flex Pro Pure

Visitors and staff at Sutton Civic Centre ‘wowed by stunning install’

Changes at Avena Carpets under new ownership

Chris-McQuade

When do you need a temperature-tolerant adhesive?

Why is polyurethane screed flooring important for the food sector?

Future-ready: Woodura flooring leads the way

‘Sustainability and innovation is driving change in LVT’ says Shaw Contract

Gerflor and Lochee Swim & Sports Centre

Brockway Carpets (Stand C8)

In our dedicated feature on sustainability, we look at ‘green’ developments and news stories in the flooring industry and, more widely the construction sector…

All’s well that ends well

Abingdon Flooring | Carpet tile combinations

Experience the new Paragon Carpet Tiles at CDW

Forbo Flooring Systems has launched a safety flooring range: Surestep Fast Fit.

Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl ‘proving itself a great choice at Doors & Floors Direct’

Biophilic design can help us adaptto a changing world

XPS Foam says it’s the only UK manufacturer of XPS Underlay

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What you need to know this month

Wakefield Grammar School Foundation delighted with new Taraflex®Performance from Gerflor

Riven used in refurb at High Wycombe grammar school

Altro achieves record wins at CFJ Awards 2024

Mapei’s Ultracoat range delivers durable, eco-friendly wood flooring solutions

Take off for carpet plans at Air Canada

TVS RESi Concrete Floating Floor System

‘Buggingham Pallets’ welcomes new insect arrivals

LVT: so much more than the safe option

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Shaw Contract’s Suited collection

Schlüter-Systems appoints new area sales consultants

Pretty in pink

Quantum on social media

Try something new!

The cost-effective and readily available alternative for BS 8203 compliant plywood

F Ball & Co used to install a mixture of hard-wearing, stylish textile and vinyl floorcoverings

‘Make the move to LION Floor’

F Ball & Co to attend Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe

Snickers Workwear launches market-leading kneeguard PRO system for unmatched knee protection

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Temporary Protection Materials

The power of social media advertising

Harvey Maria flooring trends for autumn and winter 2022/23

Karpet King

Furlong Flooring’s Regency brand secures wall-to-wall ISO accreditations

‘First for flooring’ pilot apprenticeship launched

Gypsol Anhydrite Screed has environmental, sustainability and health and safety benefits

Getting out there, keeping connected!

Milliken gives back during record-breaking community week

Phew! What a scorcher!

Louis De Poortere showcases new Ecorugs at INDX

Loughton installs flooring for Euston Foodbank

Consultants CPD and Member Event

‘A new chapter in student living’ with Forbo Flooring

‘Long life’ laminate floors for housing

Bradite’s Tour de France tour de force

Getting tails wagging at competition winner’s HQ

A Day at the Races 2022

‘Flooring dreams can come true with LeoLine’

Floor Soundproofing For Recording Studio

Stepping into the worldof weddings

We had a new wool carpet fitted on 12mm foam underlay. We can’t move our furniture because of horrendous deep and permanent indentations. What...

The launch of the CFA’s new Guide to Sustainability

F Ball appoints new training officer

Imperfection proves perfect for Oktra’s office

F Ball & Co | Educational establishments demand safe and durable floors

Designer Contracts opens the doors to Wembley-sized warehouse

Darren Kenyon named F Ball managing director

‘A country’s Heritage captured in carpet tiles’

Tier Global expands Remove and Re-lay scheme

Lauren Murphy Butterfield from Taylor Alden PR discusses making the most of your exhibition appearance

A fitting future for flooring

‘Eco pouches’ for repair and floor finishing compounds

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Mapei products used for installation of vinyl and safety flooring

Newhey launches new website

A declaration of trust

Recofloor‘ saves time, provides clean waste disposal’ for refurbishment

BAL completes ‘successful environmental audit’

Resistance is futile! (or is it?)

Heavy-duty inspection

A comprehensive guide to aid successful screed installation

TTA promotes high hygiene characteristics of tiled surfaces

MacGregor Flooring: We’re at the top of the food chain but we can’t be complacent

Heckmondwike FB | Implementing biophilic design

Distribution – Amazon – Entrance matting

Raised expectations

‘Stick with confidence’ with UltraFloor Stick IT 543

Quick-Step now a ‘premium quality flooring choice’ for every room

High-performance flooring installed at Hampton School using F Ball systems

Sporting success at University of South Wales for Gerflor with Taraflex®

Stars aligning for 2022 CFJ/CFA Awards

Biswell Flooring, awell-established,reputable contractor

Snickers Workwear offers ISO-compliant hi-vis clothes

Foundations for fair housing

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Antimicrobial power beneath your feet

Mapei launches carbon neutral UltraColor Plus: Ethical & sustainable tile installation

Be wary of wayward installations in winter weather

MAPEI UltraCare: Comprehensive floor maintenance solutions with CO₂ offset certification

Where the surface humidity is too high Tilemaster FAST One Coat DPM epoxy resin DPM should be installed

The ins-and-outs of moisture

Who is responsible for subfloor preparation?

F Ball & Co | ‘Visually striking floor finish’ featured in unique workspace

Välinge: Simon Darbyshire, md, introduces Bjelin

Office expansion calls for sustainable refurbishment approach

Vital vinyl tips you can learn from DJ Scratch

Kelmore crowned new business award winners at the BIBAs 2025

Instarmac’s technical manager celebrates 25-year service award

Funding brings the future closer

LTP’s ECOPROTEC range includes cleaning and maintenance solutions

FESTOOL presents its new CSC SYS 50 cordless table saw

‘Wood for real life’ with Quick-Step

Mapei Ultratop Loft complements Victorian house in Balham

Introducing Kelmore

Setting up shop at Wimbledon Quarter shopping centre

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UFH and floorcoverings: get up to speed

NEW Altro Illustra – combines style, safety, and durability

The long-term benefit of protecting your knees at work

Sprung specialise in all types of fitness flooring, safety solutions and outdoor surfaces

The future of floorcare

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