Carpets...
Below are our articles on the subject of Carpets. If you can't see what you are looking for our other categories are displayed on the left under 'Our Quick Links'...
Carpeting Stairs: Interview With an Expert
Steve Palmer, of Floorcraft, in Peterborough, started his working life in 1966 as an apprentice cabinet-maker in the local home furniture store....
Choosing the Right Carpet for You
Despite its higher maintenance and impracticality in certain situations - especially those involving pets and children – carpet is still the top flooring choice for...
Environmentally Friendly Rugs: Options With Low Carbon Footprint
If you are looking for rugs for your floors at home and are keen to go down the eco route, and to minimise your carbon footprint, there are a...
Floor Underlay: Why, What and How?
In a world where people are more and more concerned with economic and ecological impact it's no surprise that underlay is making a comeback. Having spent some years...
Great Rugs to Buy on Holiday
Whatever time of year you are travelling and wherever you are travelling to, you may well be tempted to pick up a few items for your home while you are away. You may...
How I Chose My Carpet: Interview With a Teenager
When Tiffany Rose, 17, was allowed to decorate her bedroom as she chose, she spent a long time deliberating about flooring. Eventually she opted...
How to Choose a Rug
A rug is an extremely versatile piece of interior décor and floor covering. It serves many purposes from defining an area and establishing boundaries within a room...
How to Repair a Damaged Carpet
It is almost impossible to avoid accidents happening to a carpet but before you rush out to buy a new one, look carefully at the damage to see if you can repair it...
Reusing Carpet for a Home Office Extension
Usually our floor ideas are about design or materials but this one’s about the approach one family took to finishing off their extension when...
The Best Carpets for Homes with Pets
Many of us are pets lovers but keeping animals in the house and ensuring our carpets remain looking their best do not always go hand-in-hand. Some people are tempted...
Where to Use Carpet Tiles
If you're looking for a fantastic alternative to traditional carpets, then think about using carpet tiles. These can give the same look as traditional broadloom...
Which Carpets Are Suitable?
There is nothing quite like the luxurious feel of sinking your bare feet into soft, thick carpet, the cosiness on a cold winter’s day from the insulation underfoot...
