Marbrex, the low-maintenance wall-covering range from Swish Building Products has been used to complete the refurbishment of more than 90 luxury cabins on an exclusive cruise ship.

The Black Watch is a luxury cruise liner operated by the Fred Olsen Shipping Line, which sales around the world from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean.

When the company decided to refurbish a number of the Black Watch's luxurious cabins it opted for Marbrex instead of traditional tiles because of its easy application, effective thermal properties and durability.

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The Marbrex system features tongue and groove joints that are waterproof and do not require grouting. With an open cell structure that helps to insulate the room and reduce condensation it produces an easy to clean surface that does not harbor mould or germs. Marbrex conforms to the General Hygiene Regulations 1995 and also has a Class 1Y fire rating.

Roger White, Swish Building Products, said: "Marbrex has proved to be an excellent match to the shipping line's needs. The installation company was given a strict two week delivery deadline which would have been near impossible using less advanced traditional tiling methods."

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