Virtual Skills Centre
Welcome to the Virtual Skills Centre. Find out more about or products and support by viewing our How To videos/documents or watching a CPD. We are currently unable to run training courses at our Skills Centre due to Covid-19 restrictions. Please contact the team on 01782 524140 for any further information.
How To’s
Our online library of how to documents and videos to help you finish your project to a high standard.
Latest How To's
Our latest how to's are below. Use the filter to see all or choose a specific category
CPD's
If you are interested in participating in one of our CPD courses at Norcros Adhesives, please click here
Reasons to take a Norcros CPD
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Earn your CPD points and download your certificate
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Keep your skills up-to-date on all areas of tiling
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Technical content – simplified
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Be in the comfort of your own home or office!
Technical Downloads
Training Courses
Giving back to the industry, our customers within it, and our staff, has been a priority for Norcros Adhesives since the company was established. Our specialised Skills Centre allows us to do exactly that.
Courses cost £85 + VAT each. Buffet lunch and refreshments provided!
To book a course with us, please click here.
For more information, contact us at training@norcros-adhesives.com

An Introduction to Floor Preparation
1 day - Beginner, DIY, Retailers
Course Overview:
- Identifying and preparing substrates
- Understanding different types of flooring products available
- Knowing principles types of preparation products and where/how they should be used
- Application methods
An Introduction to Wall & Floor Tiling
1 day - Beginner, DIY, Retailer
Course Overview:
- Identifying and preparation of substrates
- Understanding different types of tiles
- Knowing the principle types of adhesives and grouts and their uses
- Fixing methods
- Grout and movement joints
Fixing Natural Stone
1 day - Intermediate, Experienced Tilers, Retailers
Course Overview:
- Understanding different types of Natural Stone
- Selecting correct Natural Stone for the job
- Identifying and preparing of substrates
- Understanding principle types of preparation products, adhesives, grouts
- Fixing and finishing methods
Norcros Adhesives Product Training
1 day - All Levels
Course Overview:
- Identifying and understanding the types of Norcros preparation products, adhesives, and grouts
- Understanding when, where, and how each product should be used
Tiling to Heated Floors
1 day - Intermediate, Retailers, Contractors
Course Overview:
- Understanding design considerations
- Identifying substrates, their suitability, and preparation requirements
- Understanding types of underfloor heating systems
- Understanding types of suitable preparation products, adhesives and grouts
- Fixing and finishing methods
Tiling to Wet Rooms Theory & Practical
1 day - Intermediate, Experienced Tilers, Retailers
Course Overview:
- Understanding design considerations
- Identifying substrates, their suitability, and preparation requirements
- Recognising types of tiles
- Understanding types of waterproofing membranes, sheets, and boards
- Understanding types of suitable preparation, adhesives, and grouts
- Fixing and finishing methods