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COVER STORY
UP TO THE CHALLENGE When contractors ran
into problems when working on a redevelopment project, UZIN stepped in with a specialist range of products and knowledge.
REGULARS 16
SPOTLIGHT: FANTASTIC SHAPE AND FORM
In response to the growing trend for geometrics, Forbo has updated its Allura LVT collection to offer a wealth of design options.
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FEATURES
PEDI-POWER We report on UK clean energy
company Pavegen, which is taking Washington DC by storm with its energy-generating floor tile installation.
GETTING INTO THE ZONE
David Bigland, of Moduleo UK and Eire, comments on the zoning trend and how contractors can achieve a bespoke solution with speed and ease.
PUBLIC SECTOR
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MAKEOVER OF THE MONTH:MEXICAN SPIRIT
A vibrant and authentic taqueria in London’s Borough Market is our top installation this month.
PRODUCTS & SERVICES The latest products and
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10 QUESTIONS WITH… Claire O’Brien, head of design,
British Ceramic Tile tells us why she thinks tiling is becoming an increasingly
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SAFETY FIRST Polyflor safety flooring has
helped to improve the acoustics in a Leicester-based GP surgery.
MAKING THE GRADE As part of a major
refurbishment project, F. Ball has provided a durable solution for an iconic Cornish landmark.
WOOD & LAMINATE
REDUCE, REUSE, RECLAIM Steve Grimwood, managing
director at Osmo UK, discusses the benefits of using reclaimed wood in projects and offers his insight on the process.
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A MODERN NOD TO TRADITION
Engineered oak flooring from Havwoods has created a contemporary yet characterful scheme at an interior design award-winning hotel.
SUBFLOOR PREPARATION
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PREPARED TO WIN The Preparation Group has
refurbished a concrete floor as part of an award-winning project at a technical college in Lincoln.
TEMPERATURES RISING Bostik advises on how to get the
best results from smoothing compounds during the hot summer months.
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