Stylish
New Tile Collection Designed Exclusively for Homebase by BCT Ltd
Tile manufacturer British Ceramic Tile (BCT Ltd) has introduced a collection of contemporary tiles for leading UK home enhancement retailer, Homebase. The designs introduce both a stylish and modern selection of tiles suitable for the bathroom and kitchen. The Linen, Riva Mosaic, Liberty and Manhattan ranges will be available in selected stores across the UK.
Linen
is a distinctive tile collection with a textured finish which mirrors
that of the real fabric. Available in two colourways, the Linen tile offers
a softer look than natural stone whilst keeping within a neutral colour
palette. It comes in classic but fashionable duck egg blue or a subtle
taupe. The range allows you to create an elegant room design using the
Palm strip, which features raised palm fronds, or Linen Squares strip
embellished with platinum.
The clean, geometric design of the Liberty and Manhattan range is reminiscent
of New York’s minimalist city grid, lending a cool, elegant look
to today’s stylish home. Adding chic glass, platinum, or pearlescent
strip completes the look.
The
large format Riva Mosaics provide a timeless mosaic option available in
gloss white, natural, or blue. The natural and blue colourways offer a
myriad of subtle colour variations within each tile, bringing a beautiful,
shimmering effect into your bathroom or kitchen.
The full collection is now available from selected Homebase stores across
the country.
Linen
Field tiles are available in 248mm x 398 mm
Palm and Linen Squares strips are sized 248 x 40 mm
Liberty and Manhattan
Liberty and Manhattan field tiles are available in 248 x 398 mm
Grand Central, Broadway and Madison strips are sized 248 x 40 mm
Riva Mosaics
Riva Mosaic tiles are available in 248 x 398mm
Evitavonni
Introduces Crinson Tiles
Surrey
based home interior specialist, Evitavonni,
has announced the addition of wall and floor tiles by Dominic Crinson
to its exclusive product portfolio.
Known in the industry for over ten years, Dominic Crinson has established
himself as a designer of evocative and exquisite tiles and wallpapers;
many of which can now be seen on display in the Evitavonni flagship showroom.
Drawing on influences from North Africa to the Far East, Crinson produces
versatile, durable wall and floor coverings to suit any environment.
Digitally printed, the tile designs allow Crinson to create images and
designs of unparalleled beauty; his inspirational designs pioneering in
the use of shade and shape.
Evitavonni Director, Stefan Price said of the Crinson range 'We are absolutely
thrilled to be showcasing Crinson tiles. The use of vivid, striking
colour is unrivalled in the market and adds the perfect finishes to our
bathroom collections.'
Crinson tiles start from £274 including vat per square metre.
The new flagship Evitavonni showroom can be found at 27 Station Road,
Chobham, Surrey, GU24 8AQ. For more information please email information@evitavonni.co.uk
visit http://www.evitavonni.co.uk
or call 08700 66 33 05.
Limestone
Decadence from Burlington
Burlington
says that its new range of natural limestone flooring is already becoming
a popular choice with those architects, specifiers and interior designers
looking to create a striking design feature combined with durability and
ease of maintenance.
Increasingly specified throughout interior and exterior flooring projects,
Burlington’s limestone range comprises two stones - Cavendish and
Caulfield. Whilst Cavendish delivers a hue of subtle light beiges, mid
creams and soft browns, the darker Caulfield limestone has a richer tone
that is accentuated with mottled markings. Both stones are complementary
to each other and create an eye-catching design scheme when featured side
by side. Available in 15mm thickness and in a range of sizes such as 300
x 300mm, 400 x 400mm, 600 x 400mm and 800 x 400mm, both limestones can
be cut to size to suite individual designs and come with a honed or flame
textured finish.
In addition to the aesthetic properties of Cavendish and Caulfield, Burlington
says that it is their advanced technical characteristics that make them
a superior flooring medium. In addition to being extremely hard wearing,
which makes them particularly suitable for heavily pedestrianised areas,
they are also easy to clean and maintain. Impervious to water, they are
also suitable for bathrooms, wet rooms, changing rooms and spa areas when
specified with the flame-textured anti-slip surface.
Comments Joint-Managing Director, Malcolm Hatch: 'It is no surprise that
Burlington’s new limestone range has already become a popular specifying
choice as it boasts the ultimate in aesthetic appeal and technical superiority.
'Alongside the company’s existing natural stone palette that ranges
from light and olive greens through to silvers, blues, greys and blacks,
Burlington’s limestone is becoming an obvious choice of finishing
material for many prestigious developments, particularly as the same stone
may also be used for cladding and walling features,' he added.
For further details on Burlington’s limestones and natural stone
collection, please contact Burlington’s Sales Office on 01229 889661
or visit http://www.burlingtonstone.co.uk.
NWL
Sees Things in Black and White
North
Western Lead Co (Hyde) Ltd
has launched its collection of contemporary handmade Monochrome Fused
Tiles.
Already dubbed miniature works of art, these beautiful pieces of black
and white glass have been launched in response to the growing trend towards
minimalism and clean lines in interior design.
Manufactured from pieces of glass, which have been permanently fused together
at extremely high temperatures, the Monochrome Fused Tiles are warm and
smooth to the touch and are made from two layers of glass which are kiln
fired to more than 1000ºc, then annealed to give them their characteristic
strength and durability.
These tiles come in a range of shapes and patterns including squares,
diamonds quadrants and trapezoids and have been designed to complement
NWL's wide range of decorative lead strips. They are suitable for interior
and exterior use and open up a wealth of stylish design opportunities
for kitchen cabinets, doors, windows, glass furniture panels, conservatories
and even mirrors and shower screens.
Unlike bevels, the edges of these tiles are smooth, so they do not always
need to be covered with lead. In fact, in some cases, such as when using
a sand blasted panel, lead may not be necessary at all. However, in applications
where lead is desired, NWL can provide a range of options that complement
the tiles, including Jet, Titanium, Satin, White and Grey.
Because many of the tiles in the collection are opaque, NWL has recently
unveiled a state-of-the-art UV light box which enables users to quickly
and simply cure adhesives from below.
The tiles feature in the new 12 page Monochrome Fused Tiles Collection
brochure. For further details on Monochrome Fused Tiles or to obtain a
copy of the brochure, please contact 0161 368 4491.
North Western Lead Co (Hyde) Ltd was established in 1946 and is a leading
supplier of decorative glass overlay products, including glass bevels,
self adhesive strip lead, film and fused tiles. The company's flagship
product - Decra Led® - is a self adhesive lead strip. Manufactured
from ingot lead which has been specially selected to produce a polished
even finish with clean cut edges, Decra Led® provides consistent malleability
for ease of working on all designs.
Web: http://www.decraled.co.uk
Temple
Trading goes Out on the Tiles
Injecting
a touch of colour into any room, Temple Trading's
collection of vintage tube lined tiles, home accessories and gifts feed
the trend for Victorian period style interior decoration.
A technique popular in 19th century tile production, tube lining is the
process of hand filling a raised design with deep areas of rich glaze
colour. The resulting effect is vibrant, clearly defined, three-dimensional
designs in deep and vivid shades. Using the same methods and techniques
to produce tiles indistinguishable from their 19th century originals,
Temple Trading produces a stately range of period style tiles, murals
and interior accessories.
Individually hand crafted, the tiles are produced by an original British
tile factory that fell into disuse 50 years ago. A major restoration project
has breathed new life into the factory, thanks to the public's growing
affinity for Victorian England period style interior design.
Temple Trading's collection includes a wide array of patterned and plain
antique finish tiles. Finished with a unique antique glaze recipe, the
tiles have a deep crackled appearance, and come in a range of sizes, from
6x6 inch standard square, 3x6 inch horizontal rectangle or round.
There is an abundance of patterns and designs to choose from, ranging
from plain, understated natural hues - ideal to harmonise against stronger
interior decoration, intricate symmetrical patterns in vibrant blues,
greens, plums and reds, and subtle autumnally shaded designs. The popular
panels and murals are decorated with ornate bird, flower and fruit motifs,
and are also available with a dark wood frame, perfect as a stand-alone
item to lift a lifeless wall.
An art nouveau and modern floral range introduces a more contemporary
option, but maintaining the authenticity of the antique finish. The handsome
selection offers something for all tastes, from delicate shades, to deep
plums and greens, to fresh bright uplifting colours.
Completing the collection is an assortment of ornamental, but functional,
home accessories - ideal for unusual gifts ideas. Featuring Temple Trading's
tiles framed in plush dark wood, the choice includes jewellery and treasure
boxes, coat hooks, letter racks, wall plaques, and mirrors.
Over 50 different designs and patterns of tube line tiles are available
at affordable prices. See the full collection at http://www.templetrading.co.uk.
The
Norway Range from Taylor Tiles
Taylor
Tiles
has announced the addition of the Norway range to its already extensive
product portfolio.
Manufactured by Roca, the Norway range is a collection of porcelain tiles
that have been produced to harness the beauty of natural timber while
providing a hardwearing and easy to maintain surface that is ideal for
spaces where high traffic is expected.
Four finishes are available which can be combined to create a contemporary
floor covering alternatively a more traditional effect can be achieved
with the use of one colour.
Taylor Tiles is one of the UK's longest-established importer, distributor
and retailer of ceramic tiles. Part of the Taylor Group of Companies,
it is renowned for supplying a comprehensive range of products to the
Retail, Architectural, and Contract markets.
The Norway range is available from Taylor Tiles. Contact: 01792 797 712
or visit http://www.taylortiles.co.uk.
BAL
Green Star in the Ascendant
Building
Adhesives,
the manufacturer of tile adhesives and grouts has re-launched its longstanding
Green Star adhesive, using an enhanced formulation that further improves
product performance. Green Star has been manufactured by Building Adhesives
at its plant in Stoke-on-Trent for over a decade, and as with all BAL
products it is subject to a constant process of review as technology advances.
Debi Bailey, senior product manager for BAL explained:
'All BAL products are constantly under review to ensure they perform at
the very front end of their respective marketplace, and Green Star is
no exception. Essentially, we have identified a formulation that performs
even better, so from May this year, the new version of Green Star has
been on the shelves.'
'The unique element to this reformulation project has been the integral
part that fixers have played in the changes to Green Star. All of our
engineering has been focussed around their feedback and direct testing.'
She added.
In order to ensure Green Star has the complete range of characteristics
that fixers are looking for, ranging from useability to adhesion properties,
BAL undertook a thorough testing programme at its training centre in Stoke-on-Trent
to gain feedback and advice from a panel of professional tiling contractors.
Debi Bailey continued:
‘Getting fixer feedback during the actual development process gave
us great peace of mind that the changes we were making were genuinely
improving Green Star from a fixer's perspective.
‘At BAL, we see ourselves as very much a part of the tiling community,
so it made sense to involve tilers in the reformulation of Green Star,
as they best understand what is required of the product on a day-to-day
basis.’ She added.
Web: http://www.bal-adhesives.co.uk