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The Latest Breaking News from Fired Earth

Topps Tiles (LON:TPT) reported broadly flat first-half revenue on a pro forma basis but said stronger gross margins and cost-saving initiatives supported a rise in operating profit, as the tile retailer works toward its “Mission 365” growth plan. Chief Executive Alex Jensen said the company had mad

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Where to Shop for Tiles — The 10 Luxury Tile Shops You Shouldn't Start Your Renovation Without Knowing About

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A New York Designer Proves Dusty Mauve Is the New Neutral for 2026 in This Reinvented London Childhood Home

The reinvention of this Edwardian terrace is a triumph in timelessness, where styles from different eras blend together beautifully

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7 Bathroom Tile Trends I Think You’ll See in the Most Exciting Projects This Year

From gentle glazes to muted checkerboards and striking stripes, these seven bathroom tile trends will be everywhere in 2026, say the experts

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Topps Tiles set for ‘another year of progress’ as sales continue to grow

The Leicestershire-based tile chain posted a 2% rise in like-for-like sales for the Topps Tiles brand in its first quarter to December 27.

Evening Standard

Which high street brands closed stores in 2025?

A raft of major UK retail and hospitality brand shut down stores across the UK this year, amid pressure on consumer finances and rising costs.

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The high street brands that closed stores in 2025

From Claire’s to Pizza Hut

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Topps Tiles buys Fired Earth brand from administration as sales growth slows

Shares in the company dipped in early trading on Tuesday despite a return to profit.

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The annual Homes & Gardens Design Awards shine a spotlight on the most inspiring kitchen and bathroom designs – here are our winners

From cabinet handles and lighting to surfaces and appliances – our judges thought these pieces deserved praise

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Should You Choose Your Bathroom Paint Color or Tiles First? The Designers I Asked Have This Trick to Creating a Space That Flows Well

To paint first or not to paint first? That is the question, and here, the experts answer all your questions when it comes to cohesive design

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'It’s a style that blends utility with romance' – designers say Mediterranean bathrooms are the answer to warm, textural spaces and these 9 spaces prove it

Warm neutrals, statement tiles, and textural finishes are key to nailing the style

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I look at tiles for kitchens day in, day out – these are the 6 best places to buy kitchen tiles for any design scheme

From floors to walls, these are our go-to spots to shop

Ideal Home

This down-to-earth wooden kitchen is evidence that Delft tiles are the trend to know about - here's how to recreate the look

It's such a simple way to add character

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Livingetc Style Awards 2025 — Projects

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From Kit Kat Tiles and Trendy Stripes — 10 Tiled Bathtub Ideas That Will Revive Your Bathroom and Bring in a Luxury Feel

Once a retro relic, now a significant design flex, it’s time to get behind the tiled tub comeback

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8 Types of Tile Shapes to Consider For Your Next Bathroom Reno — Number 4 Is Our Favorite Pick for 2025

These tile shapes bring a fresh design edge to your next renovation, perfect for backsplashes, floors, or feature walls

Ideal Home

Unique ways to use tiles around the home – from unexpected placement to pattern ideas

From kitchen islands to matching with wallpaper, these clever ideas add a creative statement

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Is it over for metro tiles in the kitchen? I'm not saying they're out of style, but these spin-off trends are taking over in 2026

They are classic, but it's time for an update

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'Moving just across the road made the world of difference'

This Edwardian semi was modernised with an open-plan layout and a colourful palette

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6 Mistakes That Are Making Your Kitchen Tiles Look Cheap and Not Elevated — And What You Can Do Instead

From size and grout to color and configuration, here's where you're going wrong with your kitchen tiling

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What’s making your bathroom tiles look cheap? 7 things to look out for, according to experts

Avoid these tile mistakes for a luxe bathroom design

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These are the bathroom tile trends designers say will be everywhere in 2025

Functional and decorative, these are the tile trends that will elevate your bathroom this year

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7 unusual kitchen color combinations interior designers say you should try in 2025

Unexpected yet endlessly stylish, it's the year of trying something new in your kitchen

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Should you match your bathroom floor and wall tiles? Experts weigh in on the best way to design your scheme

Tiles make a huge impact on a bathroom – here's how to choose the best design for your space

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Tile drenching is the unexpected way to add a sense of luxury to your home – here's how to nail the trend

This trend proves tiles have a place in every room of the home

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