June 2026
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here I am talking nonsense! Well, perhaps ‘nonsense’s is a little harsh - gibberish then perhaps? Yes, that feels fairer. Anyway, this issue I finally get to justify the seven-hour trip to South Lakes to see the new next125 showroom by speaking to the key folks behind the project while they’re all still riding high on the success of the press event and grand launch (check out page 6). Otherwise, you’ll find the usual magazine hullabaloo, with various products and companies all taking their turn in the BKU spotlight. As for me - it’s now time to stop talking and let you enjoy my photo. Over to you…
Hello again. It must be time for another issue of BKU, because
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Verona Group, founded in 2001 as The Mosaic Tile Company, is celebrating its 25 years anniversary and is now the UK’s leading distributor of tiles, mosaics, waterproof wall panels, flooring and outdoor porcelain.
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