Using this website
The European Material Atlas is operated by Atlas Materials Ltd., Company No. 14826031, 18 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DP, United Kingdom. By using this website, you agree to these terms and applicable law. If you do not agree, do not use the site. The pages provide general educational material information. They are not a substitute for project-specific professional advice, technical documentation, installation instructions or legal requirements.
Acceptable use and user obligations
Use the website lawfully and in a way that does not impair access for others. Do not attempt to disrupt, damage, reverse engineer or gain unauthorised access to the site, its hosting environment or connected systems. Do not submit unlawful, harmful, misleading or infringing material through contact channels. You are responsible for ensuring that information you send is accurate and that you have authority to share it. Do not send confidential or sensitive material through a channel that is not designed for it.
Editorial information and no project approval
We aim to present concise, useful general information about material categories, appearance, maintenance and selection. Material properties vary by source, composition, finish, product, installation and use. Descriptions are not product specifications, warranties, engineering advice, building-control guidance or a recommendation to purchase or install a particular product. We do not claim to test or verify the products discussed. Always confirm current product documentation and consult suitably qualified project professionals. You remain responsible for assessing suitability and compliance for your project.
Intellectual property
Unless stated otherwise, text, graphic design, site identity and original page arrangements are owned by Atlas Materials Ltd. or used with permission. You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial reference, provided notices remain intact. You may not copy, republish, adapt, distribute or commercially exploit substantial parts of the site without prior written permission. Third-party images and services remain subject to their respective rights and terms. Names of material categories are used descriptively, not to imply endorsement or affiliation.
Third-party websites and availability
Pages may link to external websites or request external image resources. Links are provided for convenience and do not imply that Atlas Materials Ltd. endorses those services. We do not control their content, availability, privacy practices or security. You use third-party services subject to their own terms. The website is provided on an “as available” basis. We may modify, suspend or remove pages, features or access without notice. We do not promise uninterrupted or error-free operation.
Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, Atlas Materials Ltd. excludes implied warranties and is not liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential loss arising from use of, or inability to use, this site. Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded, including liability for fraud or for death or personal injury caused by negligence where applicable. If you rely on information from the site, you do so at your own risk and should verify it against current, project-specific sources. Nothing here limits statutory consumer rights that cannot be waived.
Termination, governing law and disputes
We may restrict access where we reasonably consider that use breaches these terms or threatens the site or others. You may stop using the website at any time. These terms and non-contractual disputes are governed by the laws of England and Wales, subject to mandatory consumer protections that apply in your place of residence. The parties should first attempt to resolve a dispute through written discussion. If it remains unresolved, either party may use the competent courts. Nothing in this section removes any legal rights you may have.
Contact and changes
Questions about these terms can be sent to [email protected] or by post to Atlas Materials Ltd., 18 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DP, United Kingdom. We may revise the terms to reflect changes in the website or applicable requirements. The date above identifies the current version. Continued use after an update means you accept the revised terms to the extent permitted by law.