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Construction output in Great Britain: April 2025
Short-term measures of output by the construction industry in April 2025.
1.Main points
Monthly construction output is estimated to have grown by 0.9% in April 2025; this is the third consecutive period of positive growth, following an increase of 0.5% in March 2025.
The increase in monthly output in April 2025 came from increases in both new work and repair and maintenance, which grew by 1.4% and 0.3%, respectively.
At the sector level, six out of the nine sectors grew in April 2025; the main contributors to the monthly increase were infrastructure new work and private housing repair and maintenance, which rose by 2.0% and 1.5%, respectively.
Total construction output is estimated to have grown by 0.5% in the three months to April 2025; new work increased by 0.9%, and repair and maintenance grew by 0.1%.
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2.Data on Construction in Great Britain
Output in the construction industry Dataset | Released 12 June 2025 Monthly construction output for Great Britain at current price and chained volume measures, seasonally adjusted by public and private sector. Quality measures, including response rates.
Output in the construction industry: sub-national and sub-sector Dataset | Released 15 May 2025 Quarterly non-seasonally adjusted type of work and regional data at current prices, Great Britain.
Construction output price indices Dataset | Released 13 February 2025 A summary of the Construction Output Price Indices (OPIs) from January 2014 to December 2024, UK.
New orders in the construction industry Dataset | Released 15 May 2025 Quarterly new orders at current price and chained volume measures, seasonally adjusted by public and private sector. Quarterly non-seasonally adjusted type of work and regional data.
Construction statistics annual tables Dataset | Released 22 November 2024 The construction industry in Great Britain, including value of output and type of work, new orders by sector, number of firms and total employment.
Output in the Construction Industry – Customise my data Dataset | Released 12 June 2025 Customise My Data (CMD) is our new way of providing filterable, explorable data suitable to individual user needs. Back to table of contents
3.Glossary
Construction output estimates
Construction output estimates are monthly estimates of the amount of output chargeable to customers for building and civil engineering work done in the relevant period, excluding Value Added Tax (VAT) and payments to subcontractors.
Seasonally adjusted estimates
Seasonally adjusted estimates are derived by estimating and removing calendar effects (for example, leap years such as 2024) and seasonal effects (for example, decreased activity at Christmas because of site shutdowns) from the non-seasonally adjusted estimates.
Value estimates
The value estimates reflect the total value of work that businesses have completed over a reference month.
Volume estimates
The volume estimates are calculated by taking the value estimates and adjusting to remove the impact of price changes.Back to table of contents
4.Data sources and quality
Quality and methodology
More quality and methodology information (QMI) is available in:
our Construction output QMI
our Construction output price indices (OPIs) QMI
our New orders in construction QMI
Reasons for revisions to construction output in this release
This release contains no revisions to previously published data and is consistent with the National Accounts Revisions Policy.
For further information on the revisions profile, see our Output in the construction industry revisions triangle (one-month growth) datasetand our Output in the construction industry revisions triangle (three-month growth) dataset.
Pausing of Producer Prices publications
As we announced in our statement on 21 March 2025, during work to improve the systems used to create the Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Services Producer Price Indices (SPPI), our quality assurance identified a problem with the chain-linking methods used to calculate the PPI and SPPI indices. For more information, please see our Producer prices publications update, released on 11 April 2025.
As these detailed price data are used within our calculations, along with gross domestic product (GDP), this may lead to impacts on the level of some sectors, with revisions to estimates likely in 2022 and 2023. At an aggregate level for GDP, these revisions should be offsetting to an extent, while taken alongside regular data deliveries. Early indications suggest that there will not be a notable change in the recent economic trends seen in these data, but we will update users once more information becomes available. We do not plan any changes to the publication timetable for output in the construction industry, however, we are pausing updates to the construction output price indices (OPIs) series until further notice. We will continue to use PPI, SPPI and the resulting Output Price indices (OPIs) estimates compiled under the current methodology in these publications until updated methods and data are available. We will provide further information on the likely effects as soon as is practicable. An error has been identified in the consumer price inflation measures for April 2025, as detailed in our Vehicle Excise Duty impact on Consumer Price Inflation statement. This error has no impact on monthly construction or GDP estimates for April 2025.
Seasonal adjustment
Our monthly construction estimates are seasonally adjusted. Seasonal adjustment is the process of removing the variations associated with the time of year, or the arrangement of the calendar, from a data time series.
Construction estimates, as for many data time series, are difficult to analyse using raw data because seasonal effects dominate short-term movements. Identifying and removing the seasonal component leaves the trend and irregular components.
The ONS uses the X-13-ARIMA-SEATS approach to seasonal adjustment. Seasonal adjustment parameters are monitored closely and regularly reviewed. For more information, please see our seasonal adjustment methodology page.
In our monthly estimates, seasonal adjustment is applied at the sector level and the seasonally adjusted series are aggregated to create estimates by total output. As part of our quality assurance approach, residual seasonality checks are regularly completed by our time series analysis team on both the directly seasonally adjusted series and the indirectly derived aggregate time series.
Sub-national and sub-sector construction output
Data on new orders supplied by Barbour ABI are used to model the breakdown of the overall output figures for Great Britain into the lower level and regional data. This is shown in Tables 1 and 2 of our Output in the construction Industry: sub-national and sub-sector dataset. More detail is available in our Quality assurance of administrative data used in construction statistics methodology.
Bias adjustment
Typically, since the move to monthly gross domestic product (GDP) estimates, an adjustment to address any bias in survey responses for construction output is applied to the early construction output monthly estimates. We show this in our Improvements to construction statistics: Addressing the bias in early estimates of construction output, June 2018 article.
Response rates for April 2025 showed improvement compared with levels in recent years since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The survey turnover response rate for April 2025 was 71.6%. This follows a response rate of 72.7% in March and 79.7% in February. We have continued not to apply a bias adjustment since May 2020 while we review this approach. More information on our response rates is available in our Output in the construction industry dataset.
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Wretham Camp_Provision of 70 Bed Accommodation Block - New Flooring Throughout
Ministry of Defence
Published date: 18 June 2025
Open opportunity – This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
Site preparation work – 45100000
Demolition work – 45111100
Building construction work – 45210000
Location of contract
East of England
Value of contract
£700,000
Procurement reference
tender_496551/1492468
Published date
18 June 2025
Closing date
4 July 2025
Closing time
2pm
Contract start date
1 September 2025
Contract end date
31 March 2026
Contract type
Works
Procedure type
Restricted procedure (above threshold)What is a restricted procedure (above threshold)?
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
Re provision of a 70 bed accommodation block at Wretham camp. This work includes but is not limited to: – Full decoration – New flooring through out – Repairs to windows – New 30 minute fire doors – Fire compartmentation works – New fire exit doors – Fire alarm system to L2 standards – Emergency lights – Full replacement of plant room – Replacement of sanitary areas including showers – New suspended ceilings through out – Removal of metal lathe and plaster cladding to entire ceiling – Structure support remedial works – Repairs to curved metal sheeting roof – Rain water gutter repairs/replacements – Replacement of gas heaters – Ventilation system install
More information
Links
https://contracts.mod.uk
Link to eSourcing Portal
https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59982
Link to Opportunity Listing
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Shaun Thomson
Address
West Tofts Camp Thetford IP26 5EP England
Telephone
01842 85150
Email
Website
www.landmarcsolutions.com
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Supply Chain Notice: WP013 Carpets and Vinyl Flooring- Rock Barracks
Ministry of Defence
Published date: 19 June 2025
Open future opportunity – This means that the buyer is not yet ready to invite bid applications but early notification has been provided and some dialogue may be possible.
Contract summary
Industry
Multi-functional buildings construction work – 45211350
Location of contract
IP12 3TW
Value of contract
£150,000
Procurement reference
tender_496768/1492757
Published date
19 June 2025
Approach to market date
11 December 2025
Contract start date
25 October 2028
Contract end date
1 April 2030
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
Kier Construction subcontract for the provision of Contract Design Package for Steel Frame and Metal Stairs. This works package will be constructed at the MOD Woodbridge, Rock Barracks. This is a future opportunity notice for suppliers to register their interest in being selected for addition to the tender list. Please note this is a pipeline notice only and there is no further information at this time. All values and dates in this notice are estimated only and we reserve the right to amend any of the information prior to issuing an invitation to tender.
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Address
1 Stepfield Witham, Essex CM8 3TH England
Email
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Patent Approved for Karta’s Hyper-Realistic Flooring Technology
Karta Floors, a pioneer in innovative flooring solutions, is thrilled to announce the official approval of its patent for a revolutionary ‘method of creating virtual texture’ by the Intellectual Property Office, a landmark achievement unveiled at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week.
This significant milestone underscores Karta’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and material possibilities.
The announcement coincided with Karta’s highly successful display of its Recycled Leather Series at Clerkenwell Green. The collection garnered widespread acclaim, with visitors commending Karta’s exceptional sustainability credentials, remarkable durability, and effortless installation. Overwhelmingly, designers and architects highlighted how authentically the floors “look like real wood” – a naturalistic quality that is a direct result of Karta’s newly patented process.
This proprietary method allows Karta to create an unparalleled illusion of depth and realism on two-dimensional substrates. By meticulously manipulating light and shadow captured from precisely crafted master surfaces, where natural timber characteristics are carefully augmented to enhance their visual impact, Karta replicates the nuanced characteristics of natural timber, including subtle grain variations and ‘perfect imperfections’, ensuring a level of authenticity previously unattainable in engineered surfaces.
Unlike conventional LVT products often marred by discernible repeating patterns and textures – a common giveaway – Karta’s method delivers an unparalleled naturalistic variation.
Robert Walsh, founder of Karta, commented, “The new patent is a shining example of our commitment to Research and Development, and to generating a creative space where technological innovation, a deep understanding of woodworking traditions and a profound appreciation of nature can combine.”
Karta Floors continues to redefine the possibilities for sustainable, high-performance flooring that meets the aesthetic demands of contemporary interior design and architecture.
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Terrazzo Flooring Replacement Design Services Tender
LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED
Scope
Reference
RFQ000026
Description
This overall scheme will deliver a full replacement at Newcastle, York, Darlington (and subject to funding Doncaster) railway stations swapping the current Terrazzo tiles with suitable alternative, the preferred solution must deliver acceptable PTV values (slip resistance), must be easy to clean and maintain, must be in keeping with the historic nature of the buildings and must not be vulnerable to sweating or other climate related phenomenon. In addition, the scheme will also look at delivering a number of other minor improvements in parallel, such as additional duct routes, supply points and improved wayfinding. These items are not core scope and will be discussed during the next stage prior to completion of final design.
This Contract needs to deliver levels of design detailed enough to progress the various consents along with constructability advice robust enough to provide better cost assurance and information as to engage the various stakeholders.
1. Design:
2. Surveys:
3. Constructability Report & Budget:
4. Management & meeting attendance:
5. Consents:
6. General Advice & Design Services:
Further information is found within the ITT Document pack.
Total value (estimated)
£0 excluding VAT
£500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
29 August 2025 to 30 September 2026
Possible extension to 31 March 2027
1 year, 7 months, 3 days
Description of possible extension:
Subject to decisions on the Construction phasing across the Stations.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
45213000 – Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport
71310000 – Consultative engineering and construction services
71320000 – Engineering design services
71500000 – Construction-related services
79415200 – Design consultancy services
Contract locations
UKC – North East (England)
UKE – Yorkshire and the Humber
ParticipationParticipation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
SubmissionSubmission
Tender submission deadline
7 July 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders must be submitted via the Oracle Fusion portal on the project RFQ000026.
https://tinyurl.com/LNEROracleFusion
PLEASE DO NOT RE-REGISTER IF ALREADY SET UP AS AN ORGANISATION ON THE SYSTEM.
Existing suppliers with an account should please email [email protected]
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
29 August 2025
Award criteriaAward criteria
NameTypeWeightingTechnical / QualityQuality60%Price / CommercialPrice40%
Other informationOther information
Payment terms
Payments shall be made on completion of project requirements and paid on 30 days terms.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
ProcedureProcedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authorityContracting authority
LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED
Companies House: 04659712
Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQZP-5496-ZTHY
West Offices
York
YO1 6GA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Region: UKE21 – York
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)
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Havwoods Launches New TreeAzzo Collection
Launched at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week, the TreeAzzo range by leading wood surface specialists Havwoods, is a premium and sustainable surface made from wood chip wastage from the woodworking industry, bound in resin.
Eye-catching and eco-friendly, each panel is 100% handmade and truly unique with no repeat patterns. Offering a modern twist on terrazzo-style products, customers can create an array of surface options from floors to walls, furniture making, cabinetry, worktops and counter splash backs.
Available in 8 colours, including the stunning Raspberry pink, Pistachio green and on-trend Oyster, customers have a broad range to choose from. In addition, TreeAzzo can also be customised to any floor resin RAL colour to suit every project. Finishes are available in a brushed, textured or smooth sanded finish.
Customers have the choice of two construction options, with either a fibre cement backing or a ply backing – allowing for total versatility. The product can be drilled and cut like any other wood or cement board-based product. Havwoods supplies the product in any sizes up to 2500mm x 1200mm.
www.havwoods.com
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Embracing Earthy Pastels and Patterns
Earthy tones continue to be a timeless trend in interior design, showing no signs of fading – especially as pastel variations gain popularity. With their enduring charm and calming presence, these shades complement a wide range of styles, offering a versatile foundation for creating warm, lived-in spaces.
From muted terracotta and sage green to dusty teal and soft neutrals, tiles in these hues create the perfect retreat from the busyness of everyday life. Offering a rich variety of styles, patterns and finishes, Tile of Spain’s manufacturers make it easy to infuse any space with this soothing, grounded palette.
With their warm undertones, these soft pastels bring a sense of comfort, individuality and a deeper connection to nature with their organic feel. Ideal for walls, splashbacks, floors and even outdoor areas like patios or courtyards, tiles in these palettes strike a perfect balance between style and serenity.
Homeowners and designers are increasingly moving away from stark minimalism and cold surfaces, embracing instead the calm of nature-inspired palettes. Soft and natural, pastels promote a sense of harmony, while patterns in these hues, whether geometric or botanical, add depth without overwhelming the space.
El Molino’s Memory tiles showcase these colours through intricate patterns, capturing the timeless Mediterranean charm with a patchwork design and rustic textures. Each tile celebrates imperfection and artisanal beauty, with sage green earthy tones that evoke warmth and authenticity – bringing character and soul to spaces.
As both homeowners and designers continue to seek peaceful interiors, earthy pastels are proving that less truly can be more, transforming spaces into grounded, expressive sanctuaries.
Representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers across Spain, Tile of Spain promotes the incredible quality and values worldwide of the Spanish tile industry. Versatile, durable and authentic, Spanish tiles offer unique characteristics and unlimited aesthetic possibilities whilst acting as a global benchmark for their high degree of innovation.
www.tileofspain.com
1. FS1827 Clay tiles by Peronda (22.3 x 22.3 x 0.9) 2. Rug Green Natural tiles by Cerámicas Aparici (60 x 60cm) 3. Tozetto Harmony tiles by Cevica (6.5 x 13cm) 4. Eternity Greige tiles by Emotion Ceramics (60 x 120cm) 5. Sabbia Arena tiles by Equipe Cerámicas (6.5 x 20cm) 6. Carino Deco Mylos tiles by Mainzu (20 x 20cm) 7. Memory Gris tiles by El Molino (58 x 58cm) 8. Colonial Kite Cotto tiles (16.5 x 16.5cm) & Colonial Petal Snow tiles (20 x 8cm) by Natucer 9. Rainbow White and Green tiles by Harmony (1.5 x 25cm)
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4559.EFM.SW.25 Samuel Fox House Refurbishment
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Published date: 27 May 2025
Open opportunity – This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
Refurbishment work – 45453100
Location of contract
Yorkshire and the Humber
Value of contract
£2,700,000
Procurement reference
4559.EFM.SW.25
Published date
27 May 2025
Closing date
24 June 2025
Closing time
12pm
Contract start date
28 July 2025
Contract end date
27 March 2026
Contract type
Works
Procedure type
Single tender action (below threshold)What is a single tender action (below threshold)?
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Estates and Facilities Management for refurbishment works at Samuel Fox House. Scope of Requirement: The project involves the internal refurbishment of selected areas within the Samuel Fox House building, located on the University of Sheffield campus. The scope of works includes refurbishment to parts of the Ground, First, and Second Floors. The works comprise the removal and replacement of existing internal partitions, replacement of floor, wall, and ceiling finishes, and installation of new furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The refurbishment will also require associated upgrades to the building’s mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems to support the revised layout and modern standards of operation. Additionally, the project includes the refurbishment of the existing passenger lift, including necessary mechanical and electrical improvements to ensure compliance with current regulations and reliability standards. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 24th June 2025 at 12 noon (UK time).
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Samantha Walker
Address
WESTERN BANK SHEFFIELD S102TN England
Email
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General Flooring services and maintenance
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Published date: 28 May 2025
Open early engagement – This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers.
Contract summary
Industry
Solid flooring – 44112210
Location of contract
ME16 9QQ
Procurement reference
CF-3048600D0O000000rwimUAA
Published date
28 May 2025
Closing date
25 June 2025
Contract type
Service contract
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
No
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
General flooring services and maintenance for Maidstone Hospital
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Sarah Stevens
Address
Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ GB
Telephone
07736635337
Email
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Reducing noise to support stress-free environments: the benefits of acoustic flooring
By Dave Ford, Specifications Manager – North, Altro
Reducing sound is more than just a ‘nice to have’ – it promotes the health of staff and service users. Noise levels from people and noise pollution from equipment and devices reverberate over sound-reflecting hard surfaces, extend over distances and linger; consequently, they can have a serious impact on the wellbeing of everyone.
A positive sound environment occurs naturally outdoors; our ears are tuned to the natural environment, and the sky absorbs noise. We need to create the same indoors, absorbing or diffusing noise to help support a stress-free environment. Designs that have good acoustics, along with natural light and ventilation, help create a positive, therapeutic atmosphere.
Acoustic flooring generally refers to flooring that helps provide sound insulation, thus dampening the effects of sound from within the room, be it airborne noise or impact noise. Acoustic flooring is different from soundproof underlay or flooring, which is designed to reduce sound coming through the floor from adjoining areas.
With a range of vinyl flooring that has sound-dampening properties, you can find Altro products that will serve your needs in more ways than one. With different levels of sound reduction, you can tailor your project to its exact specifications.
Where can acoustic floors be used to best effect? Here are some examples:
Commercial kitchens – Whether in a restaurant, hotel, hospital, university, school or care home, they have one thing in common: they are really noisy! Trolleys clatter over the floor bearing loads of wobbling crockery; plates are loaded and unloaded in dishwashers; food processors blitz away and chefs need to make themselves heard above all this reverberating noise. Acoustic and impact sound reducing floors can help reduce noise significantly to enhance the wellbeing of all those who work here.
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Hotels – Nothing disturbs a good night’s sleep more than the sound of other guests moving about in the room above yours or wheeling their suitcase past your door at midnight. Acoustic flooring will help reduce sound transmission between storeys and adjacent rooms and increase sound absorption along corridors to keep your guests coming back for some peace and quiet.
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Care homes – Improve the chances of residents sleeping well and not disturbing each other by incorporating sound reducing flooring into your corridors and bedrooms. They are also beneficial in visitor lounges, to enhance that sense of privacy.
Education – Libraries, student accommodation, study areas, drama studios, music rooms, dining rooms and playrooms; all spaces that either demand quiet up front or would benefit from minimising noise transmission to other areas. The right floor can reduce impact sound transmission not just into adjoining rooms but also to other storeys.
Housing – Reduce tenant complaints about noisy neighbours next door, above or below them, by installing appropriate sound absorbing floors.
Hospitals – Peace and quiet aid recovery and protect privacy, so surfaces which contribute to them are essential across many areas of a hospital, including: intensive care or wards where resting and sleep are vital to patient recuperation; corridors where the sounds from trolleys and wheelchairs can be a constant source of distress; consultation rooms in which private conversations should not be overheard.
Offices – Office equipment, people on the move and conversations can all make noise levels so loud as to make offices a stressful working environment – not good when you spend the best part of your day there. Create a more positive working environment with less noise pollution in open plan spaces, communal areas and meeting rooms.
Retail – No-one like a noisy shop. Retail therapy by its very nature demands quiet for it to count as therapy and create the right atmosphere; thereby providing not only a more peaceful environment for staff, but also one in which shoppers will linger.
Most manufacturers have acoustic flooring options. Consider how each area is used and weigh-up sound reduction properties alongside those such as slip-resistance, durability, cleanability and aesthetics – you should be able to find options that deliver what you need.
At Altro, our 19dB vinyl acoustic floor, Altro Serenade, contributes to the impact sound reduction of noise in buildings by reducing impact sound transmission, increasing sound absorption and reducing sound reflection. Where noise reduction is needed to reduce in-room sound and transmission of noise you can also consider Altro Illustra adhesive-free, Altro Cantata adhesive-free, Altro Wood Comfort and Altro Wood adhesive-free floors which offer 14dB, Altro Ensemble and Altro Orchestra and Altro Orchestra Custom which offer 15dB (and comfort underfoot while maintaining the highest Commercial classification of use).
If this isn’t enough, don’t forget that you can combine the floor of your choice with impact sound reduction underlays. For example, Altro Acoustic Underlay 1101 and Altro Everlay B offer sound reductions of 18dB and 20dB respectively.
Visit www.altro.com for more information.
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i4F showcasing breakthrough innovations at Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR – Hall 7.2, Booth C15
– New patented recyclable i4F PET and PP technologies – i4F Ceramic-Click easy drop-lock floating floor installation for real ceramics – Quieter, soft touch technologies for vinyl, wood and laminate – New ClikDek® ScrewLock outdoor decking system
TURNHOUT, BELGIUM – i4F®, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, announced that it is exhibiting (Hall 7.2, Booth C15) at the 2025 edition of Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR taking place in Shanghai, China on May 26-28. This year, the group is focusing on the importance of tailored technologies per material, and the varying compositions as well as layer specificities. Material-specific i4F drop-lock technologies and new sustainable board compositions as well acoustic-improving and outdoor decking technologies will be introduced at the show. i4F’s management team will be present on the booth for the duration of the exhibition.
The company’s latest tailored offerings are focused on vinyl, laminate and wood, as well as its latest PET and PP technologies delivering lightweight, yet strong, recyclable and more sustainable resilient flooring. i4F also enters the ceramics segment with i4F Ceramic Click, a patented system delivering all the benefits of a floating floor, drop-lock installation system with the beauty of real ceramics tiles. Technologies significantly improving acoustics as well as delivering softer feel panels in both laminate and SPC will also be on show.
John Rietveldt, i4F’s CEO, adds, “We know one size doesn’t fit all and so this year at Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR, we are deep diving into durability and flexibility per material type. We are focused on LVT, SPC, WPC, ceramics, laminate and wood as well as exciting future-proof PET/PP resilient flooring technologies and outdoor solutions. Our most advanced techniques can deliver bespoke technologies per material and board compositions, taking into account differing multi-layer build-ups and thicknesses.”
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Recofloor smashes annual targets as it surpasses 2.5 million m2 of vinyl flooring recycled
Vinyl takeback scheme celebrates increased impact as more contractors request collections than ever before
Recofloor – the UK’s leading vinyl takeback scheme – has announced the collection of 533 tonnes of vinyl flooring in 2024, besting its annual target by 6% and reaching the equivalent of 2,550,000 m2 of vinyl flooring recycled throughout the lifetime of the scheme.
More than 7,650 tonnes of waste vinyl flooring have been collected and recycled through Recofloor since the scheme was founded by Altro and Polyflor in 2009. This has produced 8,974 tonnes of carbon savings – equivalent to taking 2,342 cars off the road for a year (this carbon savings estimate is based on displacing concrete in traffic management products, the main application for the recycled flooring).
Recofloor is widely regarded as a great example of circularity in the flooring sector: through the sustainable collection service for commercial waste vinyl flooring, material is recycled back into new flooring, as well as traffic management products.
“A highlight this year was seeing a greater number of scheme participants, with 531 requests for Recofloor collections – this is up 19% compared to 2023,” explains Carla Eslava, Scheme Manager at Recofloor. “This has been helped by the increasing deployment of Recofloor on more major project sites and a rise in engagement with main contractors.”
Of the 533 tonnes collected through Recofloor in 2024, almost half (47%) came from flooring contractors and their projects. Distribution drop-off points accounted for 38% of materials collected, with a remaining 15% coming from industry partners.
“It has been great to see more main contractors promoting the scheme as a result of our awareness generation activities,” continues Carla. “Having main contractors engaged opens the door for when the flooring contractor is on site, making deploying Recofloor on a project a lot easier.”
While 2024 had been a resounding success for the takeback scheme, Recofloor is keen to ensure that it continues to expand its reach and increase the amount of material it diverts from landfill.
“In 2025, we will focus on further collaboration with the industry about take-back schemes, look to increase awareness of vinyl flooring recycling and engage with scheme participants to ensure we are collecting higher quality material” says Carla.
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Karta to Exhibit Recycled Leather Flooring at Clerkenwell
The Recycled Leather Series, adds to Karta’s hyper-realistic wood collection, designed specifically for design professionals, developers, and contractors that want a perfect balance between sustainability, aesthetics and cost-effectiveness. Karta, owned by luxury wood flooring specialists Ted Todd, continues to set industry standards with this sustainable offering.
Karta’s Recycled Leather series is made from leather offcuts sourced from the shoe industry, with a further four layers including biodegradable wood composed of 100% PEFC certified natural fibres and resins, a cork backing for improved comfort and durability, a wood fibre layer for stability, digital print and finally each board is coated with Karta’s specially developed water-resistant barrier solution, resulting in an AC5 rated performance coat with a super matte finish.
Photo-realistic designs inspired by Ted Todd’s decades of expertise within the hardwood flooring industry is printed with biodegradable ink onto the planks, replicating the appearance of real wood. This innovative design provides an accessible alternative to traditional wood flooring options. There are no design repeats in 20 boards, to purposefully allow for a more natural and authentic finish with reduced visible repeats. Some of the floors have more character from plank to plank allowing for more contrast within the floor.
The Recycled Leather Series is part of a click system installation process, available in 18 serviceable colours including natural French oak, reclaimed oak and old brown English oak, all available in a wide plank measuring 1850mm x 200mm x 9mm. With no underlay or adhesive required Karta’s flooring is quick and easy to install, helping to reduce installation costs.
Founder Robert Walsh said: “We are incredibly excited about our Recycled Leather Series. It not only showcases Karta’s commitment to sustainability but also introduces innovative design elements that offer unique, sustainable flooring solutions at an affordable price point. Karta not only provides a budget-friendly alternative to traditional wood flooring, but is also captivating customers interested in LVT flooring. Utilising waste materials to create new, long-lasting products really is the future of product manufacturing and we look forward to continuing exploring these methods at Karta.”
Karta will be exhibiting at Clerkenwell, 20th to 22nd May, Clerkenwell Green, stand CG21
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Schluter®-DITRA-PS the ideal preparation for tiling
Recognising that creating a luxury bathroom represents a major investment in any property, Schlüter®-Systems has enhanced its unrivalled range of system solutions, designed to deliver perfection for tile, stone and a range of other floor coverings, by introducing a product which will not only ensure longevity, but also save time, money and effort during the installation.
Schluter®-DITRA-PS is the latest innovation within the market leading Schluter®-DITRA family of products, whose game-changing uncoupling mat allows for independent movement between the floor covering and substrate, preventing cracks. DITRA-PS joins the Peel & Stick family of products, which makes installations simple, clean and quick.
Simple to install, DITRA-PS has a pressure sensitive release film on the back of the membrane. The membrane can be repositioned as often as required provided no pressure has been applied, to ensure the product is perfectly placed. Once pressure has been applied, the mat is adhered to the substrate and is immediately ready for tiling.
The DITRA-PS membrane is the ideal answer to dealing with troublesome substrates such as P5 green chipboard, which is not suitable for use with traditional tile adhesive and does not offer the same level of protection against tiles cracking, debonding or moisture. DITRA Peel & Stick allows installers to easily stick down the membrane onto even the trickiest of substrates, with no tile adhesive required and no mess involved.
Schluter®-DITRA-PS has already been embraced by not just specialist tilers, but bathroom fitters and general builders due to the speed it can be installed and because of the way it eliminates the need for multiple different skilled tradespeople. The product builds on the success of the original DITRA uncoupling mat, and is just as reliable in terms of the uncoupling, load transfer and vapour pressure equalisation properties.
The truly comprehensive Schluter®-DITRA range also encompasses DITRA-HEAT and DITRA-HEAT-DUO, both of which enable the installation of electric heating cables for rapid and efficient surface heating thanks to the their advance design. DITRA-HEAT is not just an ideal substrate for ceramic tiles and natural stone, butalso an innovative system for warming wall areas, while heat output can be controlled via Alexa, as well as the manufacturer’s App, or conventional controls. The membrane is available in mats or rolls.
For further information, call 01530 813396 or visit https://www.schluter.co.uk/
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Make Work Easier With the Power of Pro-Screed
The Pro-Screed floor preparation range from floorwise is the easy way to start a fantastic floor.
Through the comprehensive Pro-Screed range of subfloor preparation products, floorwise has a product to make every job easier and faster: patch repairs, priming and levelling can all be handled with the quality and value that floorwise is famous for.
In fact, Pro-Screed is home to floorwise’s best ever selling preparation product, Pro-Screed Gold, a firm favourite with contractors, installers and retailers needing a fast and versatile levelling compound. But that’s not where the story ends as Pro-Screed is packed full of products that offer speed, workability and value.
Setting a new standard in moisture-tolerant smoothing and levelling, Pro-Screed Ultra is rapid setting and can be walked in just 80-minutes. It is capable of receiving resilient floors in just three-hours and ceramic tiles can be laid in only two-hours. Pro-Screed Ultra can be poured over old adhesive residue and DPMs and no priming is required on most subfloors.
The water-based Pro-Screed Xtra is a fibre-reinforced leveller that can be used on most subfloors. With excellent flow and a super-fine finish, it’s an exceptionally versatile leveller that’s also moisture tolerant so can be used above or beneath DPMs. Just like Pro-Screed Ultra, it can be walked in 80-minutes and has an install time of just three-hours, making it a true all-rounder.
Both Pro-Screed Ultra and Pro-Screed Xtra use the latest chemical technology for a non-hazardous formula that’s less harmful, more versatile and which enjoys great open and setting times.
Pro-Screed also includes value orientated options for when time isn’t so precious, but reliability and quality is still the order of the day. Pro-Screed Dura offers excellent flow and a super fine finish which makes it a go-to option that delivers great value on all kinds of project.
When it comes to patching things up, floorwise has the answer in Pro-Screed Feather. The rapid setting, smoothing and patch repair compound is suitable for application up to 3mm in thickness. With excellent adhesion properties, Pro-Screed Feather can be used on top of flooring grade timber floors to ensure a perfectly flat and smooth surface ready for luxury vinyl tiles.
Rounding out the Pro-Screed range are two fast-drying primers in Pro-Screed Prime and Pro-Screed Prime & Grab. Prime is for use with porous surfaces while the textured finish of Prime & Grab is for use on non-porous surfaces. Both are compatible with all Pro-Screed smoothing and levelling compounds and ensure speed isn’t compromised.The Pro-Screed range has been formulated for consistent application time after time across a wide range of site conditions. Creating a reliable subfloor that’s the start of a fantastic floor, the Pro-Screed range is now available from floorwise distributors across UK, Ireland and Europe. Contract your distributor today for technical data sheets and further information.
For further information on these and other great flooring products contact Floorwise on 01509 673974, visit www.floorwise.co.uk or email [email protected]
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FHG24044KT Hardship Fund Flooring Tender
Futures Housing Group
Published date: 14 April 2025
Open opportunity – This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
Floor-laying and covering, wall-covering and wall-papering work – 45432000
Location of contract
Europe, Rest of the World
Value of contract
£350,000
Procurement reference
FUTURESH001-DN770317-56647383
Published date
14 April 2025
Closing date
14 May 2025
Closing time
12pm
Contract start date
1 July 2025
Contract end date
30 June 2026
Contract type
Works
Procedure type
Open procedure (below threshold)What is an open procedure (below threshold)?
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
Futures Housing Group (FHG) seeks a contractor to supply and fit carpet and vinyl in tenanted properties.
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Kyra Thompson
Address
Futures House Argosy Road Castle Donnington DE74 2SA England
Email
Website
https://www.futureshg.co.uk/
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School Refurbishments Works Tender: Voyage Learning Campus - Milton
North Somerset Council
Published date: 16 April 2025
Last edited date: 25 April 2025
Open opportunity – This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
Construction work – 45000000
Site preparation work – 45100000
Construction work for kindergarten buildings – 45214100
Location of contract
England
Value of contract
£1,694,880
Procurement reference
NSOMS001-DN771259-00482686
Published date
16 April 2025
Closing date
20 May 2025
Closing time
1pm
Contract start date
4 August 2025
Contract end date
12 August 2027
Contract type
Works
Procedure type
Open procedure (below threshold)What is an open procedure (below threshold)?
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
North Somerset Council require a Principal Contractor to deliver refurbishment works at the Voyage Learning Campus – Milton, in Weston Super Mare to enhance the council’s Alternative Provision and Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) support. The works entail the refurbishment and extension of the existing building within the school grounds and includes: • Phased construction works • Forming of a new entrance area • Removal of existing entrance atrium • Construction of two new single storey classrooms • Light / medium refurbishment works • Replacement of existing roof, 2nr roof lights south of the atrium The refurbishment elements will include both light and medium refurbishment, including new floor coverings, decorations, and moving of some internal walls and partitions. All elements will need to be phased around a live school environment delivering Alternative Provision and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) support with consideration to both students and staff. The project will be managed under JCT Intermediate Building Contract with Contractors Design, estimated 24-month contract duration (12 months of defects). Tender documents can be found and downloaded from the Supplying the South West portal: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a742efcd-1416-f011-8136-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba21 SITE VISIT: North Somerset Council are offering contractors an additional opportunity for a site visit on Wednesday 7 May 2025 from 3pm to 4pm. Please refer to the Site Visit details in the ‘Invitation to Tender Information and Instructions’ Document if you would like to attend.
More information
Previous notice about this procurement
School Refurbishments Works: Voyage Learning Campus – Milton
Opportunity
Published 16 April 2025, last edited 17 April 2025
Links
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a742efcd-1416-f011-8136-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba21
Tender documents can be found and downloaded from the Supplying the South West portal
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Laura Cochrane
Address
Town Hall Weston-super-Mare BS23 1UJ United Kingdom
Email
Website
http://www.n-somerset.gov.uk/
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