In this episode of The 1840 Podcast, host Paul Bullivant sits down with Becki Hughes from Talasey to discuss the 2025 landscaping season: what’s shaping the market, which materials are leading the way, and what merchants and landscapers can expect heading into 2026.

From views on the market, why porcelain sales have overtaken natural stone, and Becki’s predictions on the trends for next year. She also opens up about the challenges the industry is facing, such as Red Sea shipping delays and extended monsoon seasons, and how Talasey is adapting.

Subjects covered:

• Market Overview
• Material Trends – Porcelain vs Stone
• Format Trends – What’s popular for 2026
• Colour Trends – Beyond Grey
• Quarry regulation and ethical sourcing
• Sustainability and UK pricing