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		<title><![CDATA[Mixing grout]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/11/mixing-grout]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:04:04 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>When mixing grout it is easier to achieve an even consistency, if you add the grout powder to water rather than the other way round. Of course, quantities will need to be adjusted depending on the amount of tiles you have to grout. But for a standard bathroom start by putting roughly 1/2 inch of cold water into a bucket, slowly pour in the grout powder, mixing it with a square edge trowel as you pour.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/grout-mix-web.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-664" title="grout-mix-web" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/grout-mix-web.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="372" /></a></p>
<p>If you have a whisk attachment for a drill this will make the job even easier. Mix the powder to a thick consistency, something like clotted cream. If the mix is too stiff you can always add a little water. Once you have mixed the grout you can add more water and powder if you think you have underestimated the quantity needed. For more technical advice you will usually find useful information on the bag or on the manufacturer’s website. Note that if you use hot or warm water the setting time of the product will be accelerated.</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[Edimax & Original Style]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/09/edimax-original-style-2]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Sep 2012 12:38:32 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Due to the company policy of both these suppliers we can not feature their amazing products on our online store. We still sell their products in our outlets or via phone orders. So if you are interested in great products like Edimax Oxida, Basalitica or any of the many, many products available from original style Tileworks and Mosaic range, please drop round to our store or call us on 01202 737171.</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[Lithofin]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/08/lithofin]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:11:25 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Here at <a title="Leafcutter Design" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/">Leafcutter Design</a></strong> we are one of the main suppliers of Lithofin Cleaning, Protecting and Sealing products to the whole of the UK. </span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">We absorbed the increase in cost of the <a title="Lithofin range" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin.html">Lithofin range</a> this year so that you the consumer pay no more than you did a year ago for the same product. Remember that Express delivery costs to England and Wales is only £6.20 no matter how many products are ordered on a single order. This charge can change however for delivery to Scotland and Ireland. Please note that we do not send <a title="Lithofin Products" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin.html">Lithofin products</a> to areas outside the UK.</span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Lithofin actually originated from a few products made specifically for tile-fixers and stone masons, and over the following 50 years these few products grew into the range that is available for both professional and domestic use today. </span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The range is basically split into 5 product lines: Ceramic and natural Stone, KF / FZ which is designed specifically for <a title="Ceramic" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin/ceramic-tile-care.html">Ceramic</a> and <a title="Porcelain" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin/porcelain-care.html">Porcelain</a> tiles, MN which is for <a title="Natural and Artificial Stone" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin/stone-tile-care.html">Natural and Artificial Stone</a>, TC for <a title="Cotto and Terracotta" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin/terracotta-care.html">Cotto and Terracotta</a> and also products designed for Professional use.</span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Lithofin prides itself on the high quality nature of its product lines and they have a quality management programme that is continuously looking to improve processes and set new standards in the marketplace. All <a title="Lithofin products" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin.html">Lithofin products</a> are designed not only for effectiveness but also for ease of use for you; the consumer.</span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">For the Home Owner the illustrations and descriptions on all of the Lithofin product labels make it extremely easy to select the right product to achieve the results you require.</span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Why not try us for your cleaning, sealing and polishing requirements and use a <a title="Lithofin product" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/lithofin.html">Lithofin product</a> from our range at <a title="Leafcutter Design" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/">Leafcutter Design</a>.</span></span></p>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Ranges Increase]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/07/the-ranges-increase]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jul 2012 10:31:27 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>We are currently working hard to source some great traditional quarry tiles for the site, but in the meantime we have added more items to our <a title="natural stone" href="http://http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/floor-tiles/natural-stone.html">natural stone</a> and <a title="mosaic ranges" href="http://http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/kitchen-tiles/mosaics.html">mosaic ranges</a>, with still more to come.</p>
<p>Also we have added the <a title="Caliza range" href="http://http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/bathroom-tiles/caliza.html">Caliza range</a> a ceramic 600x300mm wall tile and a 300x300mm slip resistant gloss looking floor tile, both have made using the new HD-Digital printing system.</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[New Leafcutter Design Site is Now Live]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/06/new-leafcutter-design-site-is-now-live]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 09:07:47 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>It has taken a bit longer than expected, but we now have our new <a title="Bathroom Tiles" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk">Leafcutter Design website</a> up and running.</p>
<p>Over the next few months we are planning on increasing our product range, improving and adjusting the current guides.</p>
<p>We have been quiet on the blog for some time, now we plan to get back on track with new blogs to come soon including guest blogs from some of our local tile fixers.</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[New Leafcutter Design Site]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2012/02/new-leafcutter-design-site]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:44:59 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Hello,</p>
<p>It has been awhile since we have updated our blog. We have been busy as ever and are proud to annouce that within the next month we will be launching our new and improved Leafcutter Design site.</p>
<p>Alongside the new layout, products and information. We will be publishing great how tio guides on tiling, underfloor heating &amp; choosing the tight tile for you. So keep an eye out...</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[Looking for your top tiling tips...]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2011/12/looking-for-your-top-tiling-tips]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:38:51 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>This month we are putting together a new &amp;  definitive list of <a title="How to tile" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/info_tile_grout_how_to.php" target="_blank">top tiling tips</a>. In order to do so we are connecting with Tilers around the UK via Twitter and asking them for their top tips.</p>
<p>Using their diverse experience we will produce the tiling top tips list to end all lists. Which will then go up live on our site featuring the knowledgeable tilers who gave us the top tips.</p>
<p>So if you are a tiler or just know how to tile get in touch with us via Twitter <a title="SEO Twitter" href="http://twitter.com/Digeremy" target="_blank">@Digeremy </a>and suggest us your top tips.</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[More Victorian Floor Designs]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2011/10/more-victorian-floor-designs]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:12:29 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Here are a few more Victorian floor designs from a recent project using <a title="Fired Earth Geometric" href="http://www.firedearth.com/tiles/range/geometric" target="_blank">Fired Earth's Geometric</a> tiles:</p>
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					<img title="Fired Earth 4" alt="Fired Earth 4" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-4-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Fired Earth 1" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-1.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Fired Earth 1" alt="Fired Earth 1" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-1-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Fired Earth 2" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-2.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Fired Earth 2" alt="Fired Earth 2" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-2-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Fired Earth 3" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-3.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Fired Earth 3" alt="Fired Earth 3" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Fired-Earth-3-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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		<title><![CDATA[Original Style Victorian Floor Designs....]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2011/09/original-style-victorian-floor-designs]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Here at Leafcutter Design we are seeing a interest in Victorian floors that hasn't been seen since the, umm, the Victorian times!?</p>
<p>We have people flooding in our showroom recently who are enamoured with <a title="Original Style" href="http://www.originalstyle.com/" target="_blank">Original Style's </a>Victorian floor. Due to their complexity, detail, designs and functionality they are a product that customers really enjoy buying. Unlike traditional Victorian Tiles which required treatment and care, modern Victorian tiles are still made from clay but are vitrified so they are less absorbent and more durable. Using a modern sealer like<a title="Lithofin Stain Stop" href="http://cleanbydesign.co.uk/stain-stop.html?keyword=stain&amp;category_id=0" target="_blank"> Lithofin Stain Stop</a> means that maintenance for these tiles is almost non-existent.</p>
<p>Our passion for these tiles has meant we have assisted many cutomers by doing bespoke designs for their spaces. I thought I'd share some of our Victorian Floor Designs with you:</p>
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				<a title="Rococo with Border" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Rococo-with-Border.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Rococo with Border" alt="Rococo with Border" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Rococo-with-Border-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Rococo with Border Door" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Rococo-with-Border-Door.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Rococo with Border Door" alt="Rococo with Border Door" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Rococo-with-Border-Door-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Assyrian With White Door" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Assyrian-With-White-Door.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Assyrian With White Door" alt="Assyrian With White Door" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Assyrian-With-White-Door-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Nailer Colour Graphic" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Nailer-Colour-Graphic.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Nailer Colour Graphic" alt="Nailer Colour Graphic" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Nailer-Colour-Graphic-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="York With Reversed Melville" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/York-With-Reversed-Melville.jpg"><br />
					<img title="York With Reversed Melville" alt="York With Reversed Melville" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/York-With-Reversed-Melville-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Vict floor Cloakroom" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Vict-floor-Cloakroom.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Vict floor Cloakroom" alt="Vict floor Cloakroom" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Vict-floor-Cloakroom-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="Windram mm ver 3" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Windram-mm-ver-3.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Windram mm ver 3" alt="Windram mm ver 3" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Windram-mm-ver-3-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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<p>So if you need help with your Victorian Floor, don't hesitate to give us a call for advice or designs on 01202 716969...</p>
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		<title><![CDATA[Tim's Tiles Website ]]></title>
		<link><![CDATA[http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/blog/2011/09/tims-tiles-website]]></link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>It's been a while since our last post but we've been active as ever here at the Leafcutter Design headquarters. Sourcing new tiles for the new season, improving our shop and building our new website for one of our shops <a title="Tim's Tiles" href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/" target="_blank">Tim's Tiles</a>.</p>
<p>Our new website showcases some of our favourite tiles. It also shows our favourites from our varied suppliers such as <a href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/original-style" target="_blank">Original Style Tiles</a>, Porcelanosa, <a href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/winchester-tiles" target="_blank">Winchester Tiles</a>,<a title="Edimax Tiles" href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/edimax" target="_blank"> Edimax </a> and many others.</p>
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				<a title="Edimax" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Edimax.jpg"><br />
					<img title="Edimax" alt="Edimax" class="attachment-thumbnail" src="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Edimax-150x150.jpg" /><br />
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				<a title="OS FLoor" href="http://www.leafcutterdesign.co.uk/leafcutterblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/OS-FLoor.jpg"><br />
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<p>Why not have a look at our new website today for <a title="Floor &amp; wall Tiles" href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/tims-tiles-poole.html" target="_blank">beautiful wall &amp; floor tiles</a> or pop into our <a title="Tiles Poole" href="http://www.timstiles.co.uk/tims-tiles-poole.html" target="_blank">Poole Tile Showroom</a>.</p>
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