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Biophilic Surfaces: Stone, Tone, Texture

March 31st, 2026 | 0 comments
A biophilic material paletteBiophilic design continues to shape commercial interiors, with stone, timber and textured surfaces offering a more considered approach to material specification. When building these schemes, combining stone-effect finishes with timber tones and tactile textures can help i [...]
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Chequerboard Layouts: A Classic Pattern for Contemporary Projects

March 17th, 2026 | 0 comments
Specifying Chequerboard Tiles: Inspiration & IdeasA Classic Pattern for Contemporary ProjectsClassic geometry, bold material contrasts, endless possibilities. Chequerboard layouts are making a comeback, turning floors and surfaces into design statements that catch the eye and define the space. E [...]
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SDS26: The 2026 Tile Collections

January 29th, 2026 | 0 comments
Visiting the Business Design Centre? Join us in our permanent studio to explore the 2026 launches.The destination for architectural surfaces.While you attend the Surface Design Show next week, we invite you to elevate your experience.Located on the gallery level of the Business Design Centre, Studio [...]
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New Materials In Focus

January 13th, 2026 | 0 comments
Stone, concrete, texture and colour — new launches within the Grestec Tiles range. At Grestec Tiles, our latest 2026 collections are shaped by material research, architectural relevance, and enduring design value. From reinterpreted stone and concrete to iridescent glaze and richly textu [...]
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Cloud Dancer – Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026

December 9th, 2025 | 0 comments
Pantone’s Cloud Dancer sets a calm, understated direction for 2026 — a quietly refined neutral designed to let texture, form and materiality take the lead. While not the boldest shade, its restraint creates room for architectural surfaces to define the character of a space. To help designers [...]
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The 2026 Tile Trend Forecast — Focus Feature #3 – Biophilic

December 1st, 2025 | 0 comments
As 2026 approaches, material trends are turning toward the organic. Designers are favouring tactile surfaces, mineral tones and finishes that echo the complexity of natural environments. Rather than making a visual statement, these surfaces aim to introduce depth, rhythm and quiet movement into the [...]
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The 2026 Tile Forecast — Focus Feature #1 – Fluted & Textured Surfaces

November 19th, 2025 | 0 comments
As we move into 2026, tiles are evolving beyond flat surfaces — becoming materials of depth, tactility, and architectural rhythm. Fluted and textured profiles are reshaping how interiors interact with light and space, offering a quiet yet powerful design language suited to modern specification.Sur [...]
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The 2026 Tile Forecast: Material Warmth & Natural Expression

November 13th, 2025 | 0 comments
As we look ahead to 2026, tile design continues to move toward warmth, tactility, and natural expression. The palette is softening — earthy neutrals, gentle clays, and mineral tones reflect a shift toward calm and authenticity. Across architecture and interiors, we see a growing appreciation for c [...]
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Design with Concrete-Effect Porcelain Tiles

July 8th, 2025 | 0 comments
Elevate your next project with Grestec’s architecturally driven concrete-effect porcelain tile ranges, offering the durability and versatility required for contemporary commercial and residential spaces. Why Consider Concrete-Effect Porcelain? Outdoor 20mm indoor options for seamless [...]
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The Recycled Edit: By Grestec Tiles

May 14th, 2025 | 0 comments
Discover Grestec Tiles, where sustainability meets style. 🌿 We proudly offer a wide range of tiles crafted from recycled materials. Our eco-friendly collections help reduce waste while obtaining aesthetic appeal in your spaces. Backed by our ISO 14001 certification, we ensure the highest quality [...]
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Discover Grestec’s latest tile collections at Clerkenwell Design Week

May 6th, 2025 | 0 comments
We are thrilled to invite you to visit our stand PA8 at Clerkenwell Design Week in May, where we will be showcasing our latest and most innovative tile collections. Whether you're an architect or interior designer, our collection is sure to inspire and elevate your next project. Event details [...]
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The Silence Collection: Fusing Tradition with Modern Elegance

February 25th, 2025 | 0 comments
Grestec is thrilled to introduce The Silence Collection, a new porcelain tile series that draws inspiration from the timeless allure and rich history of ceramics. This remarkable collection reinterprets the classic charm of cement tiles, adding a contemporary and modern flair that will captivate and [...]
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Join Grestec at the Surface Design Show!

January 22nd, 2025 | 0 comments
Join Grestec at the Surface Design Show! This February 4th-6th, visit us on stand 650 at the Surface Design Show to discover eight new tile collections, designed to meet the latest British Standards for slip resistance of over 36PTV for floor tiles. These collections also draw inspiration from the [...]
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Southbank - Durable and Stylish Tiles for High-Traffic Areas

Durable and Stylish Tiles for High-Traffic Areas

September 25th, 2024 | 0 comments
Durable and Stylish Tiles for High-Traffic Areas In commercial design, functionality and aesthetics must go hand in hand. Whether it's a busy office area, a high-end hotel reception, or a restaurant with constant foot traffic, your choice of materials is important. At Grestec Tiles, we offer a cura [...]
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Warm Up Interiors with Terracotta Effect & Earth-Tone Tiles

August 28th, 2024 | 0 comments
Dreaming of terracotta landscapes and warm earthy interiors The resurgence of terracotta effect and earth-tone tiles in modern design highlights a return to natural, grounding aesthetics that evoke a sense of warmth and timelessness. Terracotta, known for its rich, earthy hues, ranges from soft [...]
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Transform Spaces with Our Latest Tile Collections

July 29th, 2024 | 0 comments
Transform Spaces with Our Latest Tile Collections We are excited to introduce our latest tile collections, meticulously crafted to inspire your creative vision and meet the highest standards of quality and durability. Whether you're designing a modern office, a luxurious hotel, or a chic residen [...]
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Transform spaces with Timber Effect Porcelain Stoneware

July 17th, 2024 | 0 comments
Nash FVDA52419 FVDA52419T2 Transform spaces with Timber Effect Porcelain Stoneware In recent years, the allure of modern Scandinavian interiors has captured the hearts of architects and designers alike. Characterised by its minimalist aesthetic, clean lines, and a har [...]
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Cellan Collection: Redefining Contemporary Design

June 24th, 2024 | 0 comments
Cellan GRCD37775 Cellan Collection by Grestec: Redefining Contemporary Design Grestec is pleased to announce the launch of the Cellan Collection. Inspired by the rich architectural heritage of slate, Cellan merges tradition with innovation to create a ceramic surface that [...]
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Join us at Clerkenwell Design Week

May 16th, 2024 | 0 comments
Join us at Clerkenwell Design Week Register your free tickets We’re excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Clerkenwell Design Week 21-23 May. You will find us on stand PB9 in Project (Garden of St James, St James Walk, EC1R 0EA). Join us to ex [...]
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How to Integrate Pantone’s Peach Fuzz with Stylish Tile Designs

March 27th, 2024 | 0 comments
Mastreta RBCB53808 Integrating Pantone's Peach Fuzz into Interior Design with Tiling Each year, Pantone’s Colour of the Year influences design trends across industries, including interior design. Recently, these colours have become essential for designers seeking fresh [...]
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Incorporating brick shape tiles

March 20th, 2024 | 0 comments
Carlton RBCC53815 Elevate spaces with brick shape tiles. The use of brick tiles in interior design has experienced a notable resurgence in recent years, marking a significant trend in the design world. Brick shape and brick effect tiles offer a captivating blend of tradi [...]
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Sustainable Design with Grestec

March 11th, 2024 | 0 comments
Grestec, Smarden Warehouse and Office Sustainable Design with Grestec. Sustainability has become more than just a buzzword; it's a fundamental principle guiding innovation and creativity. At Grestec, we are committed to embracing this ethos, and we are excited to share ho [...]
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Artisan Elegance Meets Modern Design

February 23rd, 2024 | 0 comments
Mastreta RBCB53804  Grestec Unveils Mastreta Collection of Elongated Brick-Shaped Tiles In a bold move away from conventional designs, Grestec Tiles, a supplier in innovative tile solutions, introduces the Mastreta collection—an elegant series of elongated brick-shaped [...]
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15.02 Potential Phone Service Interruptions

February 14th, 2024 | 0 comments
Potential Phone Service Interruptions We want to inform you about an upcoming change in our phone systems that may result in temporary service interruptions. As part of our commitment to providing you with the best possible service, we are upgrading our phone systems. While this transition is [...]
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Introducing Grestec Material Source Studio, Glasgow

January 22nd, 2024 | 0 comments
Grestec Opens New Space at the Material Source Studio in Glasgow Whilst we have our area manager, Daren Eastman, in Scotland for assistance with your design and technical inquiries, we're excited to announce an expansion of our services. You can now access a dedicated working space and samples at M [...]
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Incorporating Cement Effect Tiles – Design Tips and Ideas

September 19th, 2023 | 0 comments
Elevate Your Designs with Cement Effect Tiles Cement-effect tiles have gained immense popularity in recent years, offering spaces a unique blend of industrial charm and contemporary elegance. Incorporating these tiles into your projects can create impressive and versatile results.Here are some t [...]
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Join Grestec at Studio 329 during the London Design Festival

September 19th, 2023 | 0 comments
Join us at the London Design Festival As an official partner of the London Design Festival, we cordially invite you to explore our Islington Studio throughout the festival, where you can immerse yourself in our latest tile collections. Studio 329 will be welcoming visitors from September [...]
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#CDW23, join us in Project

May 11th, 2023 | 0 comments
#CDW23, join us in Project Join us and hundreds of other creative professionals to celebrate Clerkenwell Design Week. We will showcase new and existing tile collections inspired by the latest interior design trends. From micro terrazzo concrete-look to sculptural forms and statement wallpaper s [...]
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Grestec Studio 329 Open – Nov 17-18th

November 17th, 2022 | 0 comments
Join us at our open tile studio Visit Grestec’s Islington Studio 17-18th November, to discover the launch of new sustainable tile ranges, containing over 40% recycled material. Each of the ranges draws inspiration from the latest design trends, from warm terracotta tones to sculptural forms and c [...]
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Grestec at LDF 2022

September 26th, 2022 | 0 comments
GRESTEC AT LDF 2022 - SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT LAUNCHES Our core focus at London Design Festival this year was sustainable design. We launched six new eco-friendly tile collections and hosted a CPD: ‘Safe, Sustainable and Functional Design with Tile Finishes’. In case you missed it, you can explo [...]
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A guide to Sustainable Design with tiles…

July 29th, 2022 | 0 comments
A Guide to Sustainable Design with tiles… Sustainability is no longer singled out as a trend because it has become increasingly prominent in our everyday lives. As a planet we are far more conscious about sustainable living and the ways in which we can reduce our carbon footprint.Sustainable m [...]
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Grestec #CDW22 product launches

May 17th, 2022 | 0 comments
Grestec #CDW22 product launches Thank you to those that joined Grestec at #CDW2022, we hoped you enjoyed the festival left feeling inspired. We had a great day meeting new and current industry associates throughout the week.If you would like any information or free tile samples of any of the ran [...]
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Grestec releases a new Inspo booklet showcasing thirteen new ranges

May 16th, 2022 | 0 comments
Grestec releases a new Inspo magazine showcasing thirteeen new ranges Our latest edition of Inspo features thirteen ranges, carefully chosen for their stylish appearance, hardwearing performance and high recycled contents. Each of the tile ranges is sure to inspire and excite for the next projec [...]
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New Grestec tile ranges launching at CDW

May 13th, 2022 | 0 comments
Join Grestec at #CDW2022 on 24-26 May Join hundreds of other creative professionals and celebrate Clerkenwell Design Week’s creative comeback. Register now for free and join us on our stand! #CDW2022 Explore thirteen new and exciting tile ranges from Grestec, you’ll find us in Project on sta [...]
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2022 Tile Trend Forecast

March 15th, 2022 | 0 comments
2022 Tile Trend Forecast TERRACOTTA & EARTH TONES The earthy warm tones of clay and terracotta are growing in popularity; ranging from the lightest shades of peach and clay, through to burnt orange and deep brick, all shades of terracotta are becoming popular in both interior and exterior s [...]
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Discover the latest tile ranges and speak with industry experts

February 8th, 2022 | 0 comments
Discover the latest tile ranges and speak with industry experts at our open tile studio Grestec Studio 329 will be open 8-10th February, if you are in the area, pop in and see us. We are located inside the Business Design Centre on the Upper Gallery level.Opening timesTues 8 Feb: 6pm-9pm | Wed 9 [...]
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Grestec A5 Tile Samples Cards

November 24th, 2021 | 0 comments
A5 TILE SAMPLE CRARDS With many design professionals working from home or in reduced facilities, the Grestec A5 sample card system has proven an invaluable resource to select from real samples with all the information needed for specification to hand in a compact, home office, friendly way! [...]
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Autumnal Tones

October 27th, 2021 | 0 comments
AUTUMNAL TONES We're embracing the Halloween 🎃 season with a selection of autumnal tones and materials⁠. From warm orange hues to deeper brown shades together with hand-glazed effects, eco-friendly wood effect tiles, terrazzo styles, 3D feature tiles and stone effects. Discover the tiles f [...]
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Wey/ Captivating brick shape tiles

October 20th, 2021 | 0 comments
WEY A distinctive interpretation of the “brick” surface. Wey is a small format tile that can complete even the most minimalist setting with its shiny undulating surface. Wey offers a timeless but contemporary mood where the colours illuminate the surface of the small size 52x160mm, for a captiv [...]
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INSPO BOOKLET / 1.0

October 6th, 2021 | 0 comments
INSPO BOOKLET / 1.0 The latest edition of our new Inspo booklet is out now and available in both a printed and a digital copy. Contact us now to request a copy or view the booklet online. FEATURED RANGES RADA [...]
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