By popular demand, Tile Depot is pleased to have introduced to its portfolio a selection of grouts, adhesives and sealants by World renowned brand, Mapei.

Tile Depot – the UK’s largest independent tile and stone retailer – stocks a massive choice of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles and now provides a selection of the highly regarded Mapei grouts, adhesives and sealants including Primer G for improved bonding; Keraquick, the high performance, rapid set flexible adhesive for ceramic tiles and stone; Adesilex P10, the white cementitious adhesive for glass, ceramic and marble mosaic tiles; and UltraMastic III, the super-white, ready-to-use paste adhesive for ceramic tiles on walls and floors; as well as Mapesil AC silicone sealant and Ultracolour Plus grouts in Jasmine, Beige, White, Cement Grey and Black.

The newly upgraded Tuscan flooring range exclusively distributed by IDS offers an additional 24 effects including a new product category. Tuscan Elite features a lacquered finish, air-dried for 48 hours to give a more natural look and a more pleasing aesthetic. Tested to Europeans standards EN13329 and EN 02409 respectively, the AD48 lacquer is proven to be more abrasion and scratch-resistant than conventional oil finishes.

Competitively priced glass mosaics, in a myriad of colours and glazes, are radically changing the kitchen tile market. Once used sparingly in thin strips sandwiched between plain filed tiles, they now provide exciting options for entire splashbacks and feature walls.

The Creative Colours range of ceramic tiles from British Ceramic Tile is an inspiring collection of 148x148mm wall tiles with a gloss finish, and is available in a spectrum of colours from the subtle Nutmeg Speckle and bright Cornflower to zesty Marmalade and warm Poppy.

RAK Ceramics is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high quality ceramic and porcelain tiles, sanitaryware and fireclay kitchen sinks. We provide solutions for all types of projects and applications and have a successful track record in supplying tiles for major construction projects such as Wembley and the O2 arena.

Manufactured without wood components while still harnessing the beauty of real wood, Aqua-Step 100% waterproof laminate flooring from IDS does not contain formaldehyde or PCP and is easily cleaned with water and mild soap.

Trends in ceramic tiles are driven by two main factors - home fashion and technical advancements which increase the scope of what’s possible in special effects. Recently we’ve seen metallic glazes, raised prints, sparkle effects - all of which play with surface reflection, giving shimmering finishes which seem to change under different lighting conditions.

APL Interiors are completing tiling en suite bathrooms in a multi-million pound renovation project The Strand Palace hotel in London using Ultra Tile ProGrip HG and ProRapid RS.

ARDEX UK, manufacturers of high performance tiling and flooring products, have launched ARDEX FLOOR LEVEL, a new Under-Tile Levelling and Smoothing Compound for Floors that has been specifically developed for the tiling market.

Craven Dunnill has launched its new, Renaissance catalogue complete with 31 new wall and floor tile collections. With 200 pages, and featuring high quality, lifestyle and close-up photography, it represents invaluable marketing support to Retailers and persuasive inspiration to the would-be purchaser.

Many of you might agree that industry-wide recognised standards that categorise product conformity under BS EN classifications, should be considered when pricing materials for a project. However, more often than not this seems to be overshadowed by other factors such as price, promotion or even marketing statements that have no classification to support them.

WaterShield TM is a flexible waterproofing (tanking) membrane designed for use beneath ceramic, porcelain, natural stone tiles and mosaics in wet rooms and showers. In addition, the kit is cost-effective and easy to use, therefore an ULTRA-effective waterproofing method.

Introducing inspirational and innovative Kitchen and Bathroom - Designs for Living Tile Collections from the UKs leading wall and floor product manufacturer

The unique collections offer a range of materials, colours, textures, sizes and finishes and more importantly, they present almost limitless opportunities for creative design.

The Renaissance Collection of ceramic wall and floor tiles from Craven Dunnill is extensive; new designs are regularly added, which are selected for their broad appeal and strong sales potential.

MICROTEC, a new range from ARDEX – named due to its ingenious micro fibre reinforced technology – includes six new products, each of which has achieved independently tested EN classifications.

Setting a new industry benchmark in thickness, strength, cost and ease of use, RAK Ceramics’ new RAKSLIM range is set to wow retailers, installers and designers in 2010.

Renowned for its stain resistant, easy clean, hardwearing properties, it is easy to see why porcelain tiles have long been a popular flooring choice. However, when it comes to installation tiles are undeniably a labour intensive option, compared to carpet, laminate, vinyl or wood.

Maybe it’s the fact that ‘Cerrig’ is Welsh for stone or the fact that Ian Williams, Managing Director, is the 6th generation of his family to be working in the stone mining and fabrication industry, that you feel particularly confident in Cerrig’s credentials to undertake your work surface, splash backs or flooring project?

Tiled floors are back on trend, popular for their durability, easy-care and natural elegance. Hardwearing and practical, tiles work well with high foot traffic, look great for years and accommodate underfloor heating.

Two new attractive ranges have been introduced to British Ceramic Tile’s comprehensive collection of wall tiles.

The Chambray range offers an elegant linen effect field tile and Brocade feature wall tile, creating the look of heavily embroidered tapestry. The raised relief and metallic print designed on a contrasting background coordinate with the plain field tiles. Available in pure white, grey, black and brown with raised silver metallic relief and opulent red and gold, the fine linen texture of the field tile provides a subtle sheen in a palette of white, grey and cream and is also available with co-ordinating strips.

New Aqua-Step range from IDS is best in class for waterproof laminate flooring

IDS has added a new range of Aqua-Step waterproof laminate flooring to its portfolio that combines style, easy installation, simple maintenance and a 100% guarantee of being totally waterproof.

Timber flooring works wonders in living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, but is it also a suitable choice for the kitchen?