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25 years of marathons – and still going strong!

He’s at it again! On April 21, Diespeker MD John Krause is running in the TCS London Marathon 2024. It will be his 210th marathon despite his declaration in 2000 that he would only run one… Statistics More than half a million people applied to take part this year, setting a new world record for marathon applications. In 2023 48,600 runners participated, from the elite to the distinctly average! The […]

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How do I prepare subflooring for a poured terrazzo floor?

Achieving a smooth and sturdy base is crucial for the success of a poured terrazzo floor. Not sure what we mean by a poured floor? Read our explainer article here. Poured terrazzo is a composite material consisting of chips of marble, quartz, granite, or other suitable materials mixed with a cement or epoxy binder. As the term suggests, this mixture is poured on to the pre-prepared floor and levelled to

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Upgrading Diespeker’s manufacturing capacity

Over the past few years we’ve been investing heavily in our business to offer an even better quality and service to commercial and residential clients alike. This includes upgrading our machinery. Perhaps our biggest investment in the factory to date is a state of the art CNC machine, our new Breton Forte. This 3 and 4 axis high output monobloc contouring centre is ideal for drilling, shaping and contouring in a

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Braving the rain for stem4 – Malta Marathon 2024

A compact but enthusiastic fundraising team travelled to Malta for the island’s annual marathon. Raising funds for charity stem4, the runners and walkers braved really tough weather conditions to complete the course which runs from Malta’s old capital Mdina to the waterfront at Sleima. Unlike previous events where the sun has been much in evidence, this year the heavens opened and the wind howled. Huge puddles formed along the route,

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Terrazzo table tops for gorgeous refurb in Devon

Hotel du Vin in Exeter recently underwent a ground floor refurbishment that included its Bistro. Bistro du Vin serves classical French dishes with a twist, combining contemporary and traditional. Diespeker was commissioned by Room Contracts to supply 23 table tops in our TE113 resin terrazzo. TE113 offers an eclectic mix of brown, green, orange, pink and terracotta chippings, all set into a classic white background, itself mixing a modern look

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Fresh in for 2024 is the new Pantone colour, Peach Fuzz

What do we think of when we think of peach? Bellinis, naturally – too many of those can make you very fuzzy! Executive Director of the Pantone Colour Institute, Leatrice Eiseman, said: “In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a colour radiant with warmth and modern elegance. A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and effortlessly bridges the youthful

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What exactly is a poured terrazzo floor?

If you’re looking at different flooring ideas for a residential or commercial property, you may well have come across the term ‘poured’ terrazzo floor. But what does this mean, and is it an option for your project? In the world of interior design, flooring is a crucial element that can make or break the aesthetic appeal of a space. Poured terrazzo floors have emerged as a popular choice for those

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stem4’s Dr Nihara Krause receives her MBE from the Princess Royal

Last summer, we were proud to announce that the CEO and Chief Clinical Officer of Diespeker’s long-term charity partner stem4, Dr Nihara Krause was awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List for services to the mental health of young people. On Wednesday January 24, Dr Krause went to Windsor Castle where the Investiture was held. With the King due to be treated in hospital, and the Prince and

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Hard job but someone’s got to do it!

We feel compelled to share MD John Krause’s most recent marathon success, 4,800 miles away from home, south of Cuba, north west of Jamaica – where the temperature is currently a balmy 30°C. John took part in the Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon which is always run on the first Sunday in December every year. We’re delighted to report that John won in his category, the 60 and over male group.

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Belfast City Hall Mosaic Floors – by Diespeker!

We were recently approached by a researcher from Belfast City Hall who was interested in finding out about our connection, as ‘Diespeker Ltd, London’ was listed in the Belfast City Hall Monograph (published 1906) as being the contractors for the mosaic paving. We were pleased to help out with some information, and, as a result, the following article has recently been published in the City Matters magazine which is distributed

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