Monthly Archives: May 2010

Tile damage at a Bradford hall may cost up to £41,000

A leak and damaged tiles in the roof of St Margaret’s Hall in Bradford may lead to a staggering repair bill. This news is disappointing for the town council as not only is it very expensive, but it may also … Continue reading

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Staffordshire fire station foots £6k bill after roof tile theft

A fire station in Staffordshire has been left to foot the bill for a £6,000 tile theft after robbers made off with roof tiles. The hefty repair bill was exacerbated when water from the leaking roof seeped into the station … Continue reading

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Eco-friendly tiles created by green tile maker

Tile makers are waking up to the potential market for eco-friendly tiles and tile makers are looking to develop new ways of creating greener tiles to satisfy consumer demand. Ecologically minded tile makers at Dunis Studios based in Bulverde, Texas … Continue reading

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Over a thousand hand-painted tiles to be destroyed at a Michigan high school

An array of tiles at Escanaba Area High School, Michigan, designed by former students are set to be destroyed when classroom renovations are carried out in June. The tiles are part of art teacher Cathy Uhazie’s tradition of allowing graduating … Continue reading

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Artistic handmade tiles wow the Chelsea Flower Show

The annual Chelsea Flower Show 2010 opened on Monday to showcase some fantastic florals and the odd terrific tile too! Famous across the world for bringing together the best of the horticultural world on behalf of the Royal Horticultural Society, … Continue reading

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Tag-a-tile scheme raises money for school gymnasium

Children at a school in New Zealand have been raising money for a new sports facility by making use of the humble ceramic tile. Visitors and parents are encouraged to help raise money for Somerville Intermediate’s fund to build a … Continue reading

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Supermarket chain fined for tile floor slip up

A supermarket chain in Leeds has slipped up after its tile flooring was found to be unsuitable and to be dangerous for shoppers. A Morrisons store in Rothwell was handed down a fine by Leeds Magistrates Court after its tiles … Continue reading

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Light up your tiles Michael Jackson-style with solar power!

If you’ve long dreamed of recreating the famous Michael Jackson video ‘Billy Jean’ where the King of Pop moonwalks across floor tiles that miraculously light up whenever he steps on them, then you might just be in luck! Tile manufacturers … Continue reading

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How to drill a tile without breaking it Part 2

This blog will finish what ‘How to drill a tile without breaking it Part 1′ started, letting you know the best ways to drill a tile without causing damage. Part 1 described how to make the hole in your tile … Continue reading

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How to drill a tile without breaking it Part 1

One question we are asked frequently at Buytiles.com is ‘How can I drill a tile without breaking it?’. Great question, and we have the perfect answer for you in the form of a two-part blog special. We’ll be covering everything … Continue reading

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