The construction industry has traditionally been known as one of the most resilient sources of employment, although it is not unresponsive to the fluctuating fortunes of economic cycles. The present ongoing and painful struggle to pull clear of the recent recession, and endeavouring to weather the affects of cuts to the public sector, even as […]
A vital area of importance for any trade skill is the use of approved materials to Building Regulation standard. Not only does the working with quality grade materials impact on the quality level of appearance, long term durability, and health and safety but there are legal requirements, as set out by various regulatory bodies.Candidates undertaking […]
The replacement by City & Guilds of the NVQ qualification with the new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) as the new Government framework for recognising achievement through the award of credit for units and qualifications are finally beginning to be phased in, after a period of delay. This will not effect the qualification status of […]
Undoubtedly, one of the most common of bathroom and shower problems, and a task that a tiler will be frequently called upon to remedy. Failed bathroom shower tile and grout almost inevitably, will require extensive repair, if not a complete stripping out, renovation and retile of the entire area.It’s a key reason to undertake comprehensive […]
It’s a problem that has afflicted the construction industry over the years that organisations like the HSE and key national trade associations and their members have endeavoured to stamp out. The answer of course, lies with ensuring that all trades personnel undergo accredited training courses at approved training centres like AbleSkills, to gain nationally recognised […]
Tiling a shower is probably one of the most commonly requested tasks – followed by the bathroom and kitchen – that a fulltime, professional tiler will be called to carry out. And it is in the ‘wet area’ that a tiler’s qualified training and experience gained on industry approved NVQ tiling courses, such as the […]
There are seemingly an endless variety of new types of tiles entering the market, which are being increasingly selected by both homeowner and commercial property developer, alike. This means it’s more important than ever before for candidates who are seriously interested in beginning or advancing their career in the building industry as professional tilers to […]
Today there is simply an endless selection of tiles available, seemingly in every type of colour, pattern and texture. A fully competent tiler will need to gain as much experience as possible in working with the different types of tiles, once embarked on a professional tiling course, in order to understand their different composition, which […]
Tiling has always been one of the most popular of home improvements undertaken by a DIY enthusiast. However, the lack of formal, qualified tiling course training can sometimes unwittingly show through in details here and there, especially with regards the all-important attention to preparation.Unfortunately, there are still too many occasions when those who have ‘done […]
There is always something new in tiling! Interior designers are forever looking for innovation and unique solutions. Not all of the everyday tiling jobs will consist of relying on fixing walls with standard colour and size ceramics. It’s therefore, important for individuals wanting to train on a professional tiling course, to be made aware of […]
Tiling is one trade where you never know what your next job may entail! It may not be necessarily all about a client wanting to surround their bathroom in the latest tricky design or unusually created tile material, which may be a challenge to properly fix to the present wall or floor!On the other hand, […]
A wet room has become a very popular, contemporary ‘life style’ design alternative to the standard bathroom approach, allowing interesting use of tiling layouts, and if installed as a second bathroom, can increase the value of a domestic property. However, vital attention to additional construction elements is essential to achieving both a great looking but […]
