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EPISODE · May 29, 2025 · 55 MIN

Is this the last of ‘Made in Britain’ firms?

from The UK Flooring Podcast

Explore the commercial flooring world with Jon Rogers of Burmatex. From 1880s Yorkshire mills to today’s cutting-edge eco-manufacturing, this episode reveals the legacy, innovation, and real talk behind one of the UK’s most respected flooring brands.What’s Inside: • How Burmatex evolved from recycled clothing to pioneering commercial flooring solutions • The truth about sustainability in the flooring spec game—what architects and contractors really want • Why British-made still matters and what makes Burmatex stand out in a sea of imports • What nobody’s saying: the looming skills crisis in UK flooring and how to fix itGuest Information:Jon Rogers – Business Area Manager at Burmatexhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-rogers-35550470/ https://www.burmatex.co.uk/Sponsor Shoutout: Experience InstallerFLOORING at InstallerSHOW 2025!Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 24-26 June, InstallerFLOORING will feature the latest tools, systems and materials from top exhibitors. There will also be the opportunity to watch live demos from FITA, watch NICF’s Fitter of the Year semi-finals, get hands on with the latest tools and tech, and be in with the chance of winning £10,000! You won’t want to miss out. Register for your FREE ticket here: https://forms.reg.buzz/installer-2025-visitor/flooringpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/installershow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/installershow Website: https://www.installershow.com/ Roomvo:Roomvo is transforming flooring retail—starting with how you showcase products—online and in-store—by letting shoppers browse a full, visual catalogue and instantly see products in their own space. And for manufacturers, the Roomvo Partner Program ensures your brand and products look perfect across every dealer site. It’s a win-win that drives confidence, trust, and sales. Book your demo here: https://get.roomvo.com/?utm_campaign=12577907-Sponsored%20Partnership%20-%2025.05.01%20-%20UK%20Flooring%20Podcast&utm_source=Uk-flooring-podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_content=May-2025 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get.roomvo/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/roomvo/Website: https://get.roomvo.com Become a Guest: Share your flooring story! DM us on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Explore the commercial flooring world with Jon Rogers of Burmatex. From 1880s Yorkshire mills to today’s cutting-edge eco-manufacturing, this episode reveals the legacy, innovation, and real talk behind one of the UK’s most respected flooring brands.What’s Inside: • How Burmatex evolved from recycled clothing to pioneering commercial flooring solutions • The truth about sustainability in the flooring spec game—what architects and contractors really want • Why British-made still matters and what makes Burmatex stand out in a sea of imports • What nobody’s saying: the looming skills crisis in UK flooring and how to fix itGuest Information:Jon Rogers – Business Area Manager at Burmatexhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-rogers-35550470/ https://www.burmatex.co.uk/Sponsor Shoutout: Experience InstallerFLOORING at InstallerSHOW 2025!Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 24-26 June, InstallerFLOORING will feature the latest tools, systems and materials from top exhibitors. There will also be the opportunity to watch live demos from FITA, watch NICF’s Fitter of the Year semi-finals, get hands on with the latest tools and tech, and be in with the chance of winning £10,000! You won’t want to miss out. Register for your FREE ticket here: https://forms.reg.buzz/installer-2025-visitor/flooringpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/installershow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/installershow Website: https://www.installershow.com/ Roomvo:Roomvo is transforming flooring retail—starting with how you showcase products—online and in-store—by letting shoppers browse a full, visual catalogue and instantly see products in their own space. And for manufacturers, the Roomvo Partner Program ensures your brand and products look perfect across every dealer site. It’s a win-win that drives confidence, trust, and sales. Book your demo here: https://get.roomvo.com/?utm_campaign=12577907-Sponsored%20Partnership%20-%2025.05.01%20-%20UK%20Flooring%20Podcast&utm_source=Uk-flooring-podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_content=May-2025 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get.roomvo/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/roomvo/Website: https://get.roomvo.com Become a Guest: Share your flooring story! DM us on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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