Feature: Differences in Clay and Tile Production

Feature: Differences in Clay and Tile Production

Joe Simpson takes us on a fascinating journey exploring the differences in clay types (highlighted by the disruption to the clay supply chain due to the war in Ukraine), as well as explaining modern tile manufacturing techniques: what are the modern processes involved in turning a lump of clay into a tile. If you're not sure about the differences between red and white bodied tiles (apart from colour), or what the true definition of a porcelain tile is, then this is one for you.

Tilecast - Trend Reports - who needs them?

Joe Simpson considers tile trend reports - who does the ones worth taking notice of and how to use them.

Tilecast News w/e 18 October 2024

Joe Simpson keeps the tile world updated and discusses revealing statistics on which countries now produce the most tiles; CTD/Topps update; other mergers and acquisitions; A great USA project using ceramic cladding; and an update on the Installer Show 2025.

Tilecast News w/e 04 Oct 2024

Joe Simpson Reports: Reviews of Cersaie 2024 in Bologna and Tecna in Rimini, including a possible new tile trend; Leeds tile business finds new owners; Thoughts on anti-dumpng duties; Updates on companies that have recently gone into administration; company financial reports; and expansion of a London design event for 2025.

Tilecast News w/e 20 September 2024

Tilecast discusses sustainability and a new totally electric tile factory, new colour trends, new products and where the worldwide distribution trends seem to be heading.  Hosted by Joe and Janet Simpson of Diary of a Tile Addict.