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February 12, 2024

Moisture testing

When it comes to floor preparation and moisture testing in particular, I always refer to the 5 Ps – Perfect Preparation Prevents Poor…

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December 7, 2023

Our trend predictions for 2024

As 2023 draws to a close, we thought we’d ask our members of our sales team to dust off their crystal balls and…

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Trowelling smoothing compound
December 6, 2023

Selecting the right smoothing compound for the job

As part of my role in the Technical Services department here at Bostik, one of my duties is to assist our Training…

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February 21, 2019

Understanding your commitment when installing timber flooring

One of the massive personal benefits I gain from working with the Contract Flooring Association (CFA) is the sharing of knowledge and understanding. However much I may think I know in the world of flooring, there is always more to learn and understand.

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February 20, 2019

Changing the climate

Product manufacturers such as Bostik stand or fall by the quality and performance of the products they supply. Flooring contractors meanwhile stand by the quality…

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July 16, 2018

High temperatures and their impact on flooring

Although the flooring industry is a very well established one, it does move with the times. For example, over the last decade we have seen…

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July 12, 2018

You’ve got to roll with it

The bonding of cap and coving and skirting profiles has traditionally been achieved using contact adhesives. Indeed, most experienced contractors will reference the unmistakeable smell…

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Laying Floor Tiles
December 21, 2017

On the tiles

When it comes to installing flooring and tiles, there are some very specific and often significant differences to be aware of. To me the most…

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