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12 BE THE BEST wedi explains how the company has evolved to provide innovative solutions that professionals can rely upon.
REGULARS
4 WHAT’S NEW? The latest news updates and products launches from the forefront of the tile and stone industry.
10 SPOTLIGHT: ECO EDGE We shine the spotlight on news that several of Kerakoll’s UK-manufactured products have obtained verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
14 STAR INSTALLATION: GREAT DEPTH Mapei helps transform a fully accessible pool at Maison Des Landes Hotel.
FEATURES
16 BEYOND THE MATERIAL Tile of Spain explains why Spanish ceramics are a sustainable choice for both people and the planet.
22 SMALL & MIGHTY For Decocer’s appearance at Cersaie 2025, the company presented Echoes of the Earth, a stand that transforms ceramics into essence.
LARGE-FORMAT TILES & STONE CLADDING
18 BIG IMPACT The experts at Kerakoll share some helpful advice on laying large format tiles.
CLEANING, RESTORATION & MAINTENANCE
24 SEAL OF APPROVAL LTP Director Mark Atkins explains how to protect a newly installed terracotta floor.
WET ROOMS
30 TANKED UP The experts at Palace Chemicals provide guidance on achieving a successful wet room installation using their products.
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Our Star Installation on page 14 takes you to the serene setting of Maison Des Landes Hotel in Jersey, where Mapei has helped deliver a fully accessible pool with impressive depth, both visually and functionally.
Sustainability remains a strong theme throughout. On page 16, Tile of Spain explores how Spanish ceramics support environmental wellbeing, going Beyond the Material to highlight their benefits for both people and planet.
If you’re looking to master the practical side of large-format installations, then don’t miss Kerakoll’s expert tips for laying big tiles with confidence on page 18.
We also tackle cleaning and maintenance on page 24, as LTP’s Mark Atkins shares best practices for sealing and protecting terracotta. Finally, we dive into wet rooms on page 30, with Palace Chemicals guiding you through a watertight installation process.
I hope you enjoy the issue.
Welcome to the Winter 2025 edition of Tomorrow’s Tile & Stone.
In this issue, we shine our Spotlight on Kerakoll, celebrating the environmental progress of several UK-manufactured products that have now achieved verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) – a clear sign of the industry’s green momentum. You can find out more on page 10.
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