Quantum Group NI

08/09/2026

Having the right tiling tools can make every stage of a project faster, cleaner and more accurate.

Our latest blog shares an essential tiling tools checklist, covering everything from measuring, cutting and levelling through to grouting, cleaning and PPE.

It also highlights key Tylix products including tile levelling systems, diamond blades and professional tiling accessories for modern installations.

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03/09/2026

What happens beneath your tiles can have a huge impact on how long the finished floor lasts.

Concrete can crack. Timber can move. Underfloor heating repeatedly expands and contracts.

That’s where an uncoupling membrane can help.

Our updated guide explains:

✔ What an uncoupling membrane is
✔ How it helps reduce movement-related tile failure
✔ When to use one over concrete, timber and underfloor heating
✔ The difference between uncoupling, waterproofing and acoustic membranes
✔ How to choose the right StructaMat solution for your project

Whether you're a professional tiler, contractor or tile retailer, it’s a useful guide to what should happen before the tiles go down.

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01/09/2026

What makes a good tile backer board — and where should you use one?

Our latest Baseboard Product Focus takes a detailed look at the role tile backer boards play in modern tiling installations, from bathrooms and showers to floors, wet rooms and underfloor heating.

Inside the guide, we cover:

✔ Why the substrate beneath the tile matters
✔ Baseboard vs traditional substrates
✔ Waterproofing showers and wet rooms
✔ Using tile backer board on walls and floors
✔ Underfloor heating applications
✔ Choosing the right board thickness
✔ Installation and cutting
✔ Baseboard shower trays and AquaTank waterproofing

Whether you're an installer, contractor, specifier or tile retailer, it’s a useful guide to building a more reliable tiled installation from the substrate upwards.

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27/08/2026

What is a shower tanking kit — and why does it matter before tiling?

Tiles and grout may create the finished look, but they are not a complete waterproofing system. In showers, wet rooms, bath surrounds, and high-moisture bathrooms, water can pass through joints, corners, and vulnerable details over time.

Our latest guide explains how tanking kits help protect the areas beneath the tiles, including:

✔ What a shower tanking kit is
✔ Why bathrooms need waterproofing before tiling
✔ Where tanking is most important
✔ What to look for in a wet room tanking kit
✔ How AquaTank supports reliable wet-area installations

Whether you’re a retailer, tiler, contractor, or DIY customer, reliable bathrooms start beneath the tiles.

👉 Read the full guide: https://ow.ly/BVAY50ZFhkY

18/08/2026

Small bathroom project doesn’t have to mean a small sale.

As homeowners become more selective about major renovations, smaller upgrades — from shower refurbishments and feature walls to cracked floor repairs and splashbacks — are creating valuable opportunities for tile retailers.

Our latest blog looks at how retailers can help customers buy for the complete project, including:

✔ Waterproofing with AquaTank
✔ Baseboard tile backer boards
✔ StructaMat uncoupling matting
✔ Tylix spacers & levelling systems
✔ QTrim trims & profiles
✔ Tiles, adhesives, grouts and installation essentials

By asking the right questions and thinking beyond the tile itself, even a relatively small refurbishment can become a complete project sale.

Read the full guide on the Quantum Group website:https://ow.ly/La4550ZAMG9

Discover how tile retailers can win more small bathroom and tiling projects by offering complete solutions for showers, feature walls, floors, waterproofing, trims and installation.

22/07/2026

🌿 Planning an outdoor porcelain tile project? Don't overlook the products beneath the tiles.

Choosing the right outdoor tile adhesive and grout is just as important as selecting the tiles themselves. The wrong products can lead to cracked grout, loose tiles and costly repairs down the line.

In our latest blog, we explain:
✅ What is the best tile adhesive for outdoor use?
✅ Which adhesive to use for outdoor porcelain tiles
✅ The difference between flexible tile adhesives and the UltraTile ProPave external tiling system
✅ Why slurry primers are essential for porcelain paving
✅ How to choose the correct outdoor grout
✅ Common installation mistakes to avoid

Whether you're installing a patio, pathway or outdoor entertaining area, our guide will help you choose the right products for a durable, professional finish.

Read the full guide today and make sure your next outdoor tiling project is built to last.

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10/07/2026

A successful tiling project starts long before the first tile is laid.

Correctly installing a tile backer board creates the stable, waterproof foundation needed for long-lasting results. But knowing the right techniques can make all the difference.

In our latest blog, we take you through the process of fixing tile backer boards to both walls and floors, covering:
✔ Surface preparation
✔ Measuring and cutting boards
✔ Fixing methods
✔ Joint treatment
✔ Waterproofing considerations
✔ Common installation mistakes to avoid

Whether you're working on a bathroom renovation, wet room, or commercial tiling project, this step-by-step guide is packed with practical advice to help achieve a professional finish.

👉 Read the full guide on the Quantum Group website: https://ow.ly/F0xH50ZlwHn

08/07/2026

Choosing the right tile spacer size can make a big difference to the final finish.

Our latest blog explains what size tile spacers to use for floor tiles, wall tiles and large format tiles, including when 6mm tile spacers may be the best choice.

From porcelain and ceramic to natural stone and rustic floor tiles, this guide helps tilers and DIY customers achieve cleaner, more consistent grout joints.

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03/07/2026

Do you really need to tank a bathroom before tiling?

It’s one of the most common questions customers ask — and the answer depends on where the tiles are being installed.

Tiles and grout may create a durable finish, but they are not a complete waterproofing system. In showers, wet rooms, bath surrounds, bathroom floors, and high-moisture areas, water can gradually pass through joints, corners, and vulnerable details.

Our latest blog explains:

✔ What bathroom tanking actually means
✔ Why tiles and grout are not enough
✔ Which areas should be tanked before tiling
✔ Why wet rooms need full waterproofing
✔ How tanking kits like AquaTank help protect the substrate beneath

Whether you’re a retailer, tiler, or DIY customer, this guide explains why the best bathroom installations start beneath the tiles.

👉 Read the full blog: https://ow.ly/GSai50ZjeTV

17/06/2026

A flat, professional tiled finish starts with the right levelling system.

From clip and wedge systems to spin systems and specialist spacers, our latest guide explains how tile levelling products help reduce lippage, maintain consistent grout joints and support cleaner results on modern tiling projects.

We also take a closer look at the Tylix Clip and Wedge Levelling System and why it is a practical choice for large format porcelain, rectified tiles, bathrooms, wetrooms and commercial installations.

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