Since 1968 – when the Group was founded in Sassuolo at the heart of the most important ceramic district in the world, thanks to the business initiative of Romano Sghedoni – Kerakoll has been pursuing a clear course of development in Italian and international markets for building materials, that has taken the company to the forefront of the GreenBuilding industry and to a level of technological supremacy famous around the globe. With the gradual internationalisation of the business, 45% of the Group’s revenues are now generated through foreign sales. In 2017 Kerakoll Group acquired 100% of Tilemaster Adhesives, a leading UK Company in the innovation and manufacturing of solutions for the ceramic and flooring sectors.
Tilemaster Rapid Setaflex is a polymer modified, flexible, rapid setting, cement based floor and wall tile adhesive with increased adhesion and reduced slip properties.
Tilemaster Prime+ Grip is a ready mixed, ready to use, rapid drying bond enhancing primer, for use primariliy on non-pourous substrates such as; Tilemaster FAST One Coat DPM, flooring grade asphalt and bitumen, steel, existing vinyl tiles and a
LevelFlex+ FINISH is a flexible, fibre reinforced, rapid setting, protein free smoothing and levelling compound, designed for preparing subfloors prior to the installation of resilient floor coverings. LevelFlex+ FINISH has been developed speci
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Founded in 1990, Tilemaster Adhesives has always placed customer care at the heart of its operations. Known for its excellent product range and outstanding service, the brand has become a trusted name among professionals across the UK. Over the years, the company has expanded to offer a comprehensive range of products for both the ceramic and resilient flooring markets.
Based in Lancashire, Tilemaster operates from a production facility in Leyland and a distribution centre in Chorley, ensuring efficient supply and support to customers nationwide.
In 2017, Tilemaster Adhesives was acquired by Kerakoll Group, a multinational company active in the construction sector. Founded in 1968 in the heart of the ceramic district of Sassuolo, Kerakoll offers an integrated range of sustainable products and services through its three business units: Tiling, Construction, and Surfaces. Kerakoll is a Benefit Corporation and was awarded B Corp certification in 2023, confirming its ongoing commitment to ESG values and sustainable innovation.
To mark its 30th anniversary in 2020, Tilemaster underlined its long-term vision by investing in the Leyland site. This included the creation of new office spaces, the extension of the R&D facility, a revamp of existing production lines, and the installation of new automated machinery—all aimed at improving service and driving product innovation.
The Customer Service and Commercial Teams remain the first point of contact for support—handling everything from general enquiries to order processing and stockist locations. Each region is served by a dedicated Commercial Team member, providing personalised, hands-on support and technical advice, both remotely and on site.
Tilemaster Adhesives Ltd,
Unit 4 Tomlinson Point
Tomlinson Road, Leyland
Lancashire, PR25 2DY
Tel: +44 (0)1772 456831
Fax: +44 (0)1772 436974