• Having previously worked as Commercial Administration Manager for Dunlop Adhesives’ parent company, Building Adhesives, Amy has experience in providing administrative support to the sales, marketing and executive teams at the company, in addition to regularly facilitating customer and client needs.
• Throughout her eight years with Building Adhesives, Amy also worked as Marketing Administrator for four years, equipping her with a wealth of industry and marketing experience to apply to her new role as Assistant Brand Manager for Dunlop.

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Debi Boulton, Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, said:

Dunlop Adhesives places a great emphasis on brand quality across the board, so it is essential that we have a skilled and creative team in place that’s in a position to sustain this and continue providing merchants across the UK with a quality product and brand. We have every confidence that Amy will rise to the challenge and help strengthen our brand amongst professional builders and plumbers in her new role as Assistant Brand Manager.

Amy Rushton, Assistant Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, commented on her new role:

aving previously worked within the marketing department at Building Adhesives, I was keen to re-join the team and expand on my skills and experience. Joining Dunlop Adhesives at this time provides me with a hugely exciting challenge. With the strong team that is in place, I’m looking forward to helping build on the already established Dunlop brand and assist in growing its presence within the merchant market.

• Ideal for preparing interior floors in dry areas prior to the application of decorative floor coverings, Dunlop’s Smoothing & Levelling Compound is a single-part self-smoothing compound with built-in polymer
• Available in 20kg bags, the compound can be laid at depths from 2mm to 12mm on floor surfaces that are dry, clean and free from dust, grease and other contaminants
• The product can be used on a wide range of common building surfaces, including concrete, cement and quarry tiles, making it the perfect versatile product for the professional builder

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Debi Boulton, Brand Manager of Dunlop Adhesives, said:

Our Smoothing & Levelling Compound has been extremely well received by both merchants and the end user over the last few years. The versatility of the product, especially its ability to level a range of surfaces such as concrete and cement, makes it a popular choice for a range of jobs, and we’re confident that it will keep flying off the shelves!

• Having worked for five years with Knauf Drywall Ltd. as a National Account Controller for retail operations and merchant activity, and with over 15 years experience in managing national accounts for a variety of commercial businesses, David brings a wealth of knowledge to his role at Dunlop Adhesives.
• The new position will involve key account management, liaising with existing clients and progressing sales opportunities with prospective customers.

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, said:

The Dunlop brand is highly valued by our customer base and so it is of vital importance that we maintain a quality relationship with both our retailers and consumers moving forward. David’s appointment will not only help to further profile our iconic brand, but also maintain its esteem with the loyal customers we have attracted over the years. Here at Dunlop, we have every confidence that David’s impressive industry experience will help to achieve just that.

David Riddell, National Account Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

Dunlop is a recognised brand throughout the UK and beyond for producing quality adhesives, grouts, finishing and ancillary products; it is this that first attracted me to the position. Pair this with the Dunlop team’s own enthusiasm for the business and you have a company that is prepared to succeed. I will apply my existing experience to the role to help maintain the brand’s momentum and generate further success moving forward.

Offering complete peace of mind in three simple and easy steps, the innovative new Shower Waterproofing Kit:

1. Primes - Using a paintbrush, all tradesmen need do is apply the primer to clean and dry floors and walls, up to about 1metre high, depending on the area being waterproofed, and leave until touch dry.
2. Seals - Once primed, a layer of Waterproof Coating is applied to all corners, joints, cracks and floor junctions; where a shower tray is not being used the entire floor area needs to be covered. The tape should then be cut to the required length and pushed into the wet coating, ensuring no voids are left behind the tape. The floor matting should be applied over the floor area and pushed into the coating.
3. Protects - To complete the waterproofing users should apply a second layer of Waterproof Coating to at least 1metre in height all over the shower walls, coating any taped areas and, if used, over the floor matting area This fully protects the background making the area ready to receive tiles within just 24 hours.

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager for Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

Our original shower kit has been extremely well received by both merchants and the end user. Over the last few years the popularity of wet rooms and walk in showers has increased and so we have adapted our product to ensure it continues to meet the needs of our customers. With the new and improved features, we are confident that our Shower Waterproofing Kit will continue to wow builders’ merchants and their customers.

• Dunlop’s levellers are based on tried and tested cement technology.
• Their structure ensures a lower level of stress and delivers the same flow rate across a 15 minute time period after mixing.
• The range also offers reduced trowel marks resulting in an improved finish, and enhanced surface adherence, Dunlop Adhesives has once again proved that its 10 year guarantee leaves customers with the ultimate peace of mind by working continually on product development and rigorously testing new products before they’re allowed to leave the labs.
• With a series of levelling compounds in its preparation range, all Dunlop Adhesives’ products are protein free, suitable for internal floors, contain built-in polymers and are available in 20KG bags.

The range includes:

•  The Thick Bed Floor Leveller: Used to level internal floors in dry areas prior to the application of decorative surface flooring. As this product can be applied to a depth of 50mm, it is particularly suitable for extremely uneven floors. The leveller can be used on common building substrates including concrete, sand:cement screeds, flooring grade asphalt and floors with underfloor heating. Where soft flooring is to be applied, the surface of the Thick Bed Floor Leveller should be smoothed using the Premium Floor Leveller or Fast Set Floor Levelling Compound.
• The Premium Floor Leveller: Used to level interior floors prior to laying sheet and tile soft floor coverings, natural stone and unglazed ceramic tiles. Suitable for use on a wide range of absorbent and non-absorbent floor surfaces including concrete, cement: sand screeds, terrazzo, asphalt, quarry tiles and old but sound adhesive residues. Lay at depths from a feather edge up to 5mm and from 5mm-20mm with the addition of 3mm granite chip pings.
• The Fast Set Floor Levelling Compound: Used to level internal floors in dry areas prior to the application of unglazed ceramic tiles, laminates or carpets. This formula sets in less than half the time of the other Dunlop floor levellers, accepting foot traffic within 90mins, ceramic tiles within 2-3 hours and soft coverings within 24 hours. Suitable for use on a wide range of absorbent and non-absorbent floor surfaces including concrete, cement: sand screeds, terrazzo, asphalt and quarry tiles.
• The Smoothing & Levelling Compound: Used to level interior floors in dry areas prior to the application of decorative floor coverings. Suitable for use on a wide range of common building surfaces including concrete, cement: sand screeds and most other rigid mineral bases.

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Debi Baily, Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

When we initially launched the range of floor levellers we invested in some competitor analysis, which allowed us to test the competing products on the market; it’s safe to say the Dunlop range withstood the test due to our in-house protocols and quality assurance levels. More importantly, all products within the range contain a built-in polymer formulation, which in turn delivers a consistent flow rate. In addition the products have the convenience of a single part application resulting in reduced packaging. We’re delighted the product range has stood the test of time and feel confident that the range will continue to smooth the trade in years to come.

• An extension of Dunlop’s Job Build tool, the App allows a job’s specification details to be entered, before generating a series of product recommendations
• It will allow tradesmen to offer their customers the best and most accurate quote possible for the job in hand
• The development comes as research over the past 12 months, carried out by Dunlop, suggested that nearly 80% of the trade use, or plan to use, their smartphones to help them work
• The App asks a series of questions to establish the criteria, including the surface, location, background and tile type, before recommending suitable materials and recommended quantities for the job
• Dunlop’s new store locator function also provides information on nearby stockists
• Available to download free of charge on iPhone, iPad (iOS systems) and Android, the App is available from iTunes and the App Store from early January, and can be found by searching for ‘Dunlop Adhesives’

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives, said:

2012 was a fantastic year for Dunlop and the icing on the cake was the unveiling of our rebrand just before Christmas. The App launch is the latest in our string of developments and cements our position as industry leaders – not only in terms of product choice and quality but innovation and technology. We have more exciting launches and developments up our sleeves throughout 2013 to ensure we continue to lead progression in the industry.

• To celebrate the launch of the website, the first visitors to the site on the launch day will have the opportunity to register their details for the chance to win £250 of high-street vouchers
• To get involved in the giveaway simply log on to the website on the 12th December between midday and midnight
• The rebrand reflects the company’s commitment to ensuring its packaging, branding and products are contemporary, eye-catching, and in sync with the developments of the industry
• The specialism and range of the products themselves will remain constant, but the changes to the website, with further technological developments due in early 2013, demonstrate a move towards a more versatile and direct customer service experience

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager of Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

This is a really exciting and important time for the company. We have been working towards the rebrand all year, so it’s fantastic to be able to allow our customers to access our new website at last, and introduce them to our new packaging. The yellow, black colour scheme is both bold and modern, something that we think reflects the outstanding quality of our products.

She continued:

We’ve made strong progress over the last few years, continuing to grow in a tough economic climate. However, being able to adapt and change is part of any successful business, so we are certainly not afraid to move forward. Our products have a really solid place in the hearts of merchants and the trades alike, but we are ambitious to develop our offering and reach more customers than ever before – which is why we are back in black!

• Taking place for the third year in succession, the match was organised by Sibelco UK – one of Building Adhesives’ main raw material suppliers – in memory of Patrick Ramsammy, a long serving employee at Sibelco who passed away to Motor Neurone Disease in 2010
• The final score was a hard-fought 10 – 3 victory for Building Adhesives Limited
• All players donated £5.00 and a collection took place at the game for any spectators who wished to donate

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Peter Bell, Managing Director of Building Adhesives Ltd, said:

Just like last year, the match proved a really fun way to raise money for a fantastic cause. It might well have been 10-3 at the final whistle, but £1,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association was the real result!

• Available in off white, the most popular size with the professional builder is 15KG but it is also available in 3.75KG and 7.5KG tubs
• Specifically formulated for fixing ceramic or mosaic wall tiles in kitchens and bathrooms, or in showers provided a waterproof grout is used, the Non-Slip Wall Tile Adhesive is a ready mixed D1T adhesive
• The easy to use non slip characteristics reduce the need for battens even when fixing heavier wall tiles, and it is ideal for fixing to flat internal wall surfaces such as plaster, plasterboard, cement sand rendering and existing ceramic tiles
• A fantastic benefit for the merchant to relay to the tradesman is that the instant grab makes tiling jobs quick, easy and effective
• The adhesive has a shelf life of 12 months and should be stored between 5ºC and 32ºC
• Depending on the flatness of the surface, coverage should be approximately 2kg/m2 in dry areas and 3kg/m2 in wet areas

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager of Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

Supporting builders’ merchants and their customers has always been Dunlop’s priority. With summer here and autumn just around the corner, consumers start thinking about home improvement, whether this is some simple summer sprucing or larger scale renovations. We want to support the merchants beforehand by making sure they have all the stock they need, and making recommendations around certain products lines.

• Each week that the Games are on, Dunlop will give away official London 2012 merchandise to the players who set the best times and distances in each event.
• At the end of the Games three overall winners will be chosen, each receiving £100 of Ticketmaster vouchers
• To play, simply click through to the Dunlop website media page, click on the online games tab, chose your event and off you go
• Don’t forget to register your details on the scoreboard for a chance to be a winner!
• Prizes will not start to be awarded until the end of the week commencing 30th July, but players are welcome to perfect their skills in the meantime!

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Debi Bailey, Brand Manager of Dunlop Adhesives, commented:

We’re in the middle of a fantastic summer of sport and we wanted to do our bit to get into the sporting spirit! At Dunlop we pride ourselves on our ability to produce high quality and innovative products for the tiling industry, but we also like to ensure that the company retains a sense of fun – something that I really think these games convey. All three of the events are easy to play, great fun, and like all the best web games, very addictive! In case that wasn’t enough, we’ve thrown in some cracking prizes too, so get practicing!