WHAT’S NEW STUDENTS TRIUMPH AT SKILLBUILD
student Ben Gordon achieving third position. Not only is Holly the first Leeds College of Building entrant to attain top position in the tiling category, but she is also the first female student to enrol on the College Wall & Floor Tiling apprenticeship.
Holly’s lecturer said: “I’m very proud of the skill and talent that both Holly and Ben displayed throughout the competition, and this really shows the proficiency of our apprentices at Leeds College of Building.
“I was confident that Holly would win the SkillBuild gold medal and I’m immensely proud of her achievements and development throughout her apprenticeship. This year she also won Wall & Floor Tiling Apprentice of the Year award at the College BIG Awards due to her outstanding level of work.
“As the only female Wall & Floor tiling apprentice, I’m sure Holly is an inspiration to all women who are considering a career in construction and the built environment.”
Leeds College of Building is celebrating after four students took podium positions at the national final of SkillBuild 2024 – the largest multi-trade skills competition in the UK for construction trainees and apprentices.
Delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), SkillBuild showcases some of the brightest talent in construction. The prestigious competition brings together highly skilled learners and apprentices to battle it out to be crowned winners across 10 trades.
Leeds College of Building apprentice Holly Taylor Whitehead took first place in the Wall & Floor Tiling category, with fellow
LTP INTRODUCES ‘JUST WASHED LOOK’ PORCELAIN TILE ENHANCER
LTP has launched its new Porcelain Tile Enhancer – a water-based treatment for exterior and interior porcelain tiles and pavers. As well as giving tiles a just-washed look, the new self-shine enhancer also provides practical benefits, being highly resistant to foot traffic, general wear and stains, and also promoting easier maintenance. The new eco-friendly treatment also provides UV-resistance and, whilst glossy in nature, causes minimal change to a tile’s slip resistance properties.
On clean, dry and residue-free surfaces, LTP Porcelain Tile Enhancer is applied with a foam roller, sealant applicator pad or paint brush until an even, thin film is created. The treatment should be left to dry for one hour. For a more enhanced appearance, further coats can be applied at rights angles – and with an hour’s drying time between each application – to a maximum of four coats. The treatment can also be used on existing tiles and pavers which should first be cleaned with LTP Grimex Intensive Cleaner and then rinsed and left to dry for 24 hours before application.
Being water-based, the enhancer can be applied over residual moisture and is safe to use in unventilated spaces. It is also breathable, so will not trap moisture within the tile or substrate. To maintain the glossy aesthetic, tiles and pavers can be renovated by stripping the original coating using LTP Solvex and reapplying every 2-3 years. Surfaces should be routinely swept and regularly mopped using LTP Porcelain Floor Tile Cleaner.
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The National Final at Milton Keynes Marshall Arena in November attracted 1,500 visitors, highlighting the variety of skills and career opportunities available within the industry.
Mark Sims, Leeds College of Building Skillbuild Coordinator, commented: “All our students demonstrated exceptional commitment and professionalism, and we were very proud of every one of them. SkillBuild is a fantastic opportunity for students to really showcase their skills, push them to the limit, and represent our amazing college on a national stage.”
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