Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Marble",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Buildingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Forticrete Medici masonry polished performance from
Forticrete, which we summarised at the time by saying "New production process brings additional benefits to Forticrete's successful polished masonry range, Medici".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Airport project wins Sikkens sponsored LEAF award from
Akzo Nobel: "At the Sikkens sponsored LEAF award, International Interior Design category, the winning project was the new Qantas First Lounge at Australia's Sydney International Airport".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Schluter-Systems
concerning its Stone flooring
- take a look at How to ensure stone flooring lasts longer
which says: "Ian Knifton, Technical Manager at Schluter - Systems, explains why installers who are not trained in laying stone are going to end up with failures".
Take a look also at the news release from Surface Design Show, UK product launches at Surface Design Show,
as well as New catalogue of contemporary stone from Capital Marble Design,
and SpeedDeck Elan system for cladding with flair from Eleco Timberframe.
See also:
New Kingspan Facade FX range makes huge impact
(December 2007)
New facade range from Kingspan Insulated Panels uses imaginative finishes on proven insulated panel systems to create energy efficient buildings of individual distinction
Pittura Italian decorative applied finishes in UK
(November 2007)
Original Italian decorative finishes are now exclusively available in the UK through a bespoke application service provided by Pittura
Armourcoat the natural choice for Carpe Diem
(November 2007)
Application of Armourcoat polished plaster helped form an incredibly durable and seamless finish for the front of the bar servery at Bristol's new gourmet restaurant and champagne bar - Carpe Diem
Jonathans Hotel and Restaurant transformation
(October 2007)
Jonathans Hotel and Restaurant chose the Floors-2-Go Contract Division as they were able to source a selection of products which really worked well with their design concepts
Jasper Carrott name for bespoke paving stone
(September 2007)
Jasper Carrott has been inducted into Birmingham's Walk of Stars pavement trail, with his name gracing a second bespoke paving stone made by Croft-based Charcon Specialist
GAP internal cladding sales up 38%
(September 2007)
GAP has seen a 38% rise in internal cladding sales year on year
Gradus takes to the floor with new loose lay vinyl
(August 2007)
Gradus new range of loose lay vinyl offer ease of installation, dimensional stability and superior aesthetics
Diamond drill kits for the tile industry
(August 2007)
365Drills launch Porsadrill, a range of diamond drill kits aimed at installers working within the tile industry
Banqueting suite fitted by Floors-2-Go
(July 2007)
Refurbishment of Horizons Banqueting Suite at Wolverhampton Racecourse called for expertise and extensive products from Floors-2-Go Contract Division
Technal curtain walling comes to Liverpool
(July 2007)
Technal's grid and curved curtain walling was used for the building envelope, finished in anodised bronze and glazed in green tinted low E glass at the 'Bling Bling' building in Liverpool
Raychem 5-star underfloor heating
(July 2007)
Tyco Thermal Controls to design and supply its Raychem electric underfloor heating systems for all 95 bathrooms at the luxurious new Kempinski Hotel Charles V in Bruges, Belgium
News on the Marble and Stone Collection from Johnson Tiles
(July 2007)
HandR Johnson, the UK's largest manufacturer of ceramic tiles, has launched a new range of marble and stone effect matching floor and wall tiles
Ardex complete shopping complex installation
(July 2007)
Ardex UK was commissioned to provide tile fixing solution for the walkways of Golden Square shopping centre's new GBP120m extension, in Warrington
New high pressure pump Streamline SL-V Classic
(July 2007)
New Streamline Classic model is ideal for single abrasive head cutting applications including cutting tiles, marble and granite
Hints on maintaining fireplace and surround
(June 2007)
To enable fireplace owners to maximise the look and lifespan of their fireplace and fireplace surround, The Edinburgh Fireplace Gallery have compiled a checklist of helpful hints for reference
Acriglas marble/granite acrylic sheets
(June 2007)
Acrilex producers and distributors of high-end custom-colored acrylics, announces its Acriglas marble/granite series of acrylic sheets
Fireplace specialist wins award
(June 2007)
Leading Scottish fireplace retailer The Edinburgh Fireplace Gallery has been named Paramount Dealer of Excellence and Dealer of the Year 2007
Prestigious award for Scottish fireplace retailer
(May 2007)
The Edinburgh Fireplace Gallery has been named Paramount Dealer of Excellence and Dealer of the Year 2007
Centro of attention for Pilkingtons
(May 2007)
Pilkington's Tiles wins 'Best Use of a Tile in a Housing Development' Award for the creative use of its recently launched 'Regal' fully vitrified granite porcelain tile range
Mapei and Award success
(April 2007)
Mapei UK celebrated a barrage of success at this year's Tile Association awards
Sureclad rainscreen system earns award
(April 2007)
Sureclad rainscreen system earns Queen's Award for Shackerley
Brett launches specialized aggregates brochure
(April 2007)
Brett Landscaping and Building Products has recently launched a comprehensive brochure for its Specialized Aggregates range
Geo Horizontal from Jaga Home Heating
(March 2007)
Jaga Home Heating has unveiled designer radiator, The Geo Horizontal
Technology park benefits from Euroclad facades
(March 2007)
Euroclad Facades has supplied rainscreen facade systems for the high profile Auto Technium development in Llanelli, South Wales
New Sales and Marketing Director at Uponor
(February 2007)
Iain Knowles has been appointed Uponor Infrastructure's sales and marketing director
Developments in block design and function
(February 2007)
Products such as Lignacite's Polished Facing Masonry now provide designers with the opportunity to draw inspiration from the use of concrete
Mapei and HMKM at Selfridges
(February 2007)
Following detailed design specification by HMKM, contractors prepared and installed the marble flooring using Mapei screed, adhesive and grout
Jones of Oswestry drainage solution for Wembley
(January 2007)
Jones of Oswestry's expertise in bespoke drainage has helped to create a dynamic focal point to landscaping at Arena Square, Wembley
Mapei solution for wood flooring installations
(January 2007)
Ultrabond P990 1K is an extremely innovative polyurethane one-component adhesive, ready-to-use, elastic and solvent-free, for all types of wooden flooring and laminates
Acrilex on advantage of photoluminescent lighting
(December 2006)
The concept behind photoluminescent lighting is to provide illumination without backup power sources during a power outage, or to extend the period of illumination once battery backup fails
Regupol Keraflex acoustic solution for balconies
(December 2006)
CMS Acoustic Solutions, has launched Regupol Keraflex, a frost resistant exterior acoustic tiling system
Ahmarra doors in multi-million pound refurbishment
(November 2006)
Ahmarra are supplying and fitting in excess of 900 high quality timber door sets and bespoke joinery features as part of a major refurbishment at the Hotel Inter-Continental in London
Highseal Windows launch product at Glassex 2007
(November 2006)
Highseal Windows Limited has chosen Glassex 2007 as a launch platform for a new product
Ardex natural stone system
(October 2006)
Ardex UK's range of high performance natural stone fixing products have been widely specified throughout numerous prestigious projects