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When planning a new tile installation, remember the devil is in the details. Grout lines, proper application of your adhesive and grout and a smooth transition around each corner and edge are necessary for the project to look great. Particularly when planning to tile rooms such as bathrooms ...

When it comes to tiling and learning how to tile, there’s a lot of myths, questions and uncertainty towards a particular question: can you tile on wood? Simply, the answer is yes! By following some simple rules, you are not only able to&...

Porcelain paving is the quality choice for outdoor paving and is a cost-effective alternative to the now old-fashioned look of wooden decking. Using porcelain paving for a patio or landscaping project adds a sophisticated feel to any outdoor area and is the latest trend in outdoor paving design. Read on as we take a...

So you’ve decided your room is in need of an update. Your current décor is not to your taste and it’s time you gave it a bit of a makeover. Maybe you’ve already found some stylish new tiles to install. But there’s a problem! Your current walls are still covered in your old, outdated til...

If you are planning a tiling job, its likely you’ll come across points in your project where you’ll need to cut your tile to fit along walls, around corners or household fixtures and appliances. Therefore, it’s essential to know how to tile and for this you will need to use a tile cutter.  Knowing ...

You’ve chosen your tiles and you're ready to tile the room, but have you thought about how you’re doing to finish off the edges? If you’ve read our other blog on ‘MITRED TILING’ you’ll know that the devil’s in the details. Achieving a smooth transition around each corner and edge i...

When laying ceramic or porcelain tile, one of the best surfaces you can lay it on is concrete. Today we are going to see how to lay floor tiles on concrete!  If prepared correctly and laid well, a concrete bed is a great surface to work on. It provides minimal problems and will ...

Preparing a wall for tiling can seem like a very difficult process that's almost impossible for someone with little experience. At first glance, it may look like a meticulous and complicated job. However, knowing the steps that a professional tiler takes will greatly improve your work. It will show you how to p...

The combination of landscaping and hardscaping delivers an expertly designed outdoor area for domestic and commercial sites. Hardscaping complements landscaping and enhances the whole decorative project. The two combine to provide an aesthetically pleasing and harmonious result, whether for a residential garden or c...

Although it may seem obvious, knowing how to correctly calculate the exact number of tiles you will need is very important as the number of tiles that are going to be cut and installed is not the same as the amount you need to buy.  To start, you need to calculate...