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CERAMICS ARE KNOWN FOR BEING MUCH EASIER TO CUT AND INSTALL WHEN COMPARED TO PORCELAIN, AND DON’T REQUIRE ANY SEALING OR SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
walls and floors with ease, creating modern wallpaper and rug like effects that will stand the test of time.
DESIGN Design, trends and the latest style direc- tions all play their part in the creation of today’s tile collections. The days of plain beige and white tiles are now gone, with developers looking for surface coverings that add an extra dimension through texture, colour and pattern. Fashion very much continues to influence our interior spaces, with tiles now echoing some of the key trends filtering through from the catwalk. This appeals to homeowners looking to reflect their personality through their homes.
KEY TRENDS FOR 2018 Texture is in abundance this year, with tactile surfaces a key look for 2018. The trend sees character, texture and depth brought to surfaces. Discreet, natural stone effects are sought after, with wood, stone, concrete and marble finishes tapping into current looks. Raised surfaces are also popular in the style stakes, with surfaces becoming three-dimensional to offer a tactile quality.
In terms of colour, the traditional neutral colour palette of beige and grey
has been updated with dove greys and charcoals, alongside soft clay and putty shades to appeal to homebuyers across all demographics. Pattern is also a key trend that shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to selecting tile collections. Sales of feature floors are soaring, becoming a key growth area as developers turn to patterns to add an extra dimension to floors.
Liam Poole is head of specification marketing at British Ceramic Tile
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