Inspiration by CTD Architectural Tiles

CTD Architectural Tiles specialises in the supply of high quality ceramic tile finishes and tiling solutions across all sectors in the UK commercial specification market. We work with industry leading, innovative manufacturers to offer a complete portfolio of ceramic and porcelain tile ranges to suit the Architect, Interior Designer, Developer and Specification Professional.

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Tile design ideas for commercial swimming pools

From community and leisure centres to hotels and spas, the design of commercial swimming pools requires the combination of style and safety. The careful specification of swimming pool tiles can provide the perfect solution but it’s important to gain a deeper understanding of what’s required before you jump straight in.

Tile design ideas for commercial swimming pools

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Safety first: everything you need to know about the pendulum slip test

The pendulum swings over the tile to measure the amount of friction produced. This measurement process is carried out several times in order to gain an average figure, this is known as the Pendulum Test Value (PTV).

Safety first: everything you need to know about the pendulum slip test

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Built-in hygiene from CTD Architectural Tiles

Antibacterial Protect® technology is integrated into these tiles during manufacturing, and this innovative coating eliminates 99.9%of surface bacteria - reducing the need to use harsh cleaning chemicals, which is beneficial for the environment; another key design consideration.

Built-in hygiene from CTD Architectural Tiles

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Outdoor tiles projects: the key design considerations

With so many outdoor floor tiles available, it can be difficult to know where to start. Whether it’s for a residential garden project or commercial facilities, there considerations when it comes to designing the ideal space.

Outdoor tiles projects: the key design considerations

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What’s new? Tile trends for 2022

We are constantly on the lookout for the latest tile trends for commercial projects and our latest collection of beautiful tiles has been curated to provide architects and designers everything they need to be able to create stunning feature walls, designer floors and beautiful interior and exterior spaces.

What’s new? Tile trends for 2022

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Lighting the way: choosing hotel tiles that maximise lighting

Hotels across the UK and beyond are starting to see their bookings increase once more. And when it comes to hotel design – whether this is a new building or the refurbishment of an existing space – hotel tiles should be a key feature.

Lighting the way: choosing hotel tiles that maximise lighting

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Introduce the Pantone Spring / Summer Palette into Projects with Tiles

Pantone has released its colour palette for SS22. We have put together a helpful guide for designers, architects and specifiers on ways to use some of these on-trend shades within any project specification.

Introduce the Pantone Spring / Summer Palette into Projects with Tiles

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4 Ways To Use Wood-Effect Tiles In Hospitality Settings

Bring the outdoors in with wood-effect tiles, combining on-trend design with hardwearing properties – these stunning tiles allow designers, architects and specifiers alike to create design schemes that incorporate the beauty of nature.

4 Ways To Use Wood-Effect Tiles In Hospitality Settings

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3 Stylish Tile Pairings for an On-trend Specification

To inspire your latest design brief, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite and most popular tile combinations.

3 Stylish Tile Pairings for an On-trend Specification