Tiling Thesaurus: E

I’m away on holiday until the 13th February, so I’ll leave you with some tile humour. Well, it may be humour! Ecu: Form of currency used in the Brussels’ edition of Monopoly. Emu: Long legged chickens reared by farmers keen to maximise grant awards from Common Agricultural Policy. Encaustic: Obsolete term used to describe site foreman’s sense of humour. Standard tiling specification for all building … Continue reading Tiling Thesaurus: E

Tile Humour: Euphemistically Speaking

I’m away on holiday until the 13th February, so I’ll leave you with some tile humour. Well, it may be humour! Euphemistically speaking Duties will vary  Anyone in the office can boss you around. Must have an eye for detail  No quality assurance department. Career-minded  Female applicants must be childless (and remain so). Apply in person  If you’re old, fat, ugly or support Chelsea, the … Continue reading Tile Humour: Euphemistically Speaking

Tile Humour: On the road

I’m away on holiday until the 13th February, so I’ll leave you with some tile humour. Well, it may be humour! On the road On his first day on the road for Terror Cotter, new rep Owen David calls the office and asks for the sales manager. “I’ve got some good news and some bad news, sir.” “I’m busy. Just give me the good news!” … Continue reading Tile Humour: On the road

Tile Humour: Evaluation Day

I’m away on holiday until the 13th February, so I’ll leave you with some tile humour. Well, it may be humour! Evaluation day Many thanks for the kind reader who sent me the personnel records of Norfolk & Chance (Tiling Contractors). These staff evaluations confirm my faith in the high quality of the tradesmen attracted to the tiling industry, “Since my last report, this employee has … Continue reading Tile Humour: Evaluation Day

Tile Humour: You’ve Been Slapped

I’m away on holiday until the 13th February, so I’ll leave you with some tile humour. Well, it may be humour! You’ve been slapped Due to pressure from DIY sheds, we regret to inform you that The Self-Import Tile Co will be forced to reduce staff numbers. Under this plan, older employees will be asked to take early retirement, thus permitting the retention of younger people … Continue reading Tile Humour: You’ve Been Slapped