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VERSATILE SYSTEMS Vision Displays, designer and
manufacturer of showroom displays for the tile, flooring and trade industries, reveals how the company has evolved in response to customer demand.
REGULARS
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WHAT’S NEW? The latest news updates and
products launches from the forefront of the tile and stone industry.
CEVISAMA REVIEW
VIVA ESPAÑA The Cevisama tile fair
celebrated its 40th edition in Valencia this spring. Tomorrow’s Tile & Stone reports on the top trends of 2024.
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HOSPITALITY & RETAIL
FULLY RESTORED Ceramique Internationale
works on the luxury upgrade of London’s iconic Ironmonger Row Baths.
A LAVISH AFFAIR Lapicida supplies a range of
natural stone, porcelain and ceramic tiles to transform a luxury hotel and wellness retreat in Yorkshire.
BESPOKE INSTALLATIONS
A LUXURY FINISH Diespeker’s signature
touch elevates Hilton Park Lane refurbishment.
PURE POETRY A Valencian poet’s studio has
been transformed into a beautiful home with Decocer ceramics.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION
A Mapei tile system joins spec on the conversion of a Grade II listed landmark into Tower Hamlets new Town Hall.
EXTERNAL TILES
PROTECTING PORCELAIN PAVERS
Should an external porcelain tile be protected and, if so, should a barrier treatment or a sealer be used? LTP Director, Mark Atkins explains.
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PERFECT BALANCE Extruded tiles by Gres Aragón
provide an all-round solution for the pool and architecture of a Spanish villa.
FEATURES
FUTURE-PROOF David Naylor, Schlüter-Systems’
Head of Marketing, discusses how Schlüter is helping in the creation of waterproof, long-lasting bathrooms.
ALL ABOUT THE BASE Ben Banks, Technical Director
at Cellecta, explains the difference between its ScreedBoard 20, 28 & 30 and when each should be specified.
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