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Apr 01, 2025

Guide to Floor Finishing Trims

Floor finishing trims are used to protect floor edges, manage transitions between floor coverings and create cleaner, more professional flooring installations across commercial and residential environments. With the growing variety of flooring materials available, floor trim profiles are now designed to accommodate different floor heights, flooring types, expansion requirements and interior finishes. From carpet and LVT to timber, stone and […]

CAT BFA in between ceramic and stone floor coverings

Mar 24, 2025

Accessories for Stone & Ceramic Floor Coverings: Improving Aesthetics and Protection

When it comes to creating a clean and polished look for your stone or ceramic flooring, utilising profiles that were designed specifically for these types of floor coverings is key. Whether you are looking for ceramic tile edging strips or stone flooring trims they are essential. These profiles are not just about looks; they also […]

Feb 27, 2025

Aluminium Stair Nosings: Enhancing Safety and Durability

Aluminium stair nosings are widely specified across commercial, public and high-traffic environments where durability, slip resistance and long-term stair protection are important considerations. Designed to improve stair safety and protect step edges from wear, aluminium stair nosings provide a durable and low-maintenance solution suitable for a wide range of staircase applications. CAT manufactures a comprehensive range of aluminium […]

Oct 22, 2024

Stair Rods: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Quality

When it comes to adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your staircase, solid brass stair rods are an excellent choice. At CAT, our stair rods are designed to offer durability and style, available in various sizes and finishes to suit any space, whether residential or commercial. This guide will explore the range of […]

Brass Stair Nosings on a marble effect spiral staircase

Aug 07, 2024

The Benefits of Choosing Brass Stair Nosings for Safety and Style

Brass stair nosings are widely specified for commercial, hospitality and heritage environments where durability, slip resistance and a premium finish are important considerations. Designed to protect stair edges while improving stair safety and visual definition, brass stair nosings are commonly used in theatres, hotels, retail environments and high-end residential developments. CAT manufactures a comprehensive range of brass stair […]

Jul 18, 2024

Kliks, Kliks Slim and Kliks Spectrum Zip Clip In Systems

CAT offer a wide range of versatile height adjustable clip in top and base profile combinations. Bases have an interlocking barb design to allow for easy clip-in installation on site, where bases are fitted to the sub-floor prior to the flooring being installed. Tops are installed after the flooring is fitted by clipping into the […]

Jul 16, 2024

CAT Profile Finishes: A Comprehensive Guide

Over the last 35+ years, CAT have been developing unique profile finishes to match any home, business or public space. Our finishes feature in thousands of areas across the UK from the likes of Theatre Royal in Drury Lane to Heythrop Park in The Cotswolds. In 1999, we pioneered our hand-applied Antique Bronze and Antique […]

Mar 25, 2024

Stick Fix®: The Ultimate Solution for Easy, Solvent-Free Flooring and Wall Protection Installation

Stick Fix® is a solvent-free, double-sided adhesive tape factory affixed to the relevant surface of our flooring & wall protection profiles or stair nosing inserts when retro-fitting. Designed to allow for an easy, non-mechanical installation on site. Key Benefits There are many benefits to choosing Stick Fix® over mechanical or other adhesive installations, including: Technical […]

Mar 22, 2024

Custom Matwell Frames in Aluminium, Brass, and Stainless Steel

Matwell frames, also known as entrance mat frames, are designed to create cleaner recessed entrance matting installations while helping protect surrounding floor edges in high-traffic commercial environments. Commonly specified across offices, retail environments, hospitality venues and public buildings, matwell frames help improve the appearance, durability and long-term performance of entrance flooring systems. CAT manufactures custom matwell […]

Feb 01, 2024

Staircase: Design, Safety and Guidelines

Staircase Guidelines, governed by Part M and Part K of the UK building standards, provide essential direction for safe and compliant staircase construction. Adhering to these standards is crucial for accessibility and safety, particularly in public and commercial spaces. CAT, a leading manufacturer of stair nosings, offers a diverse range of options in brass, aluminium […]

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