Home Flooring

Whether it is for budget reasons, the love of a challenge or a sense of self-achievement, Do-It-Yourself (DIY) is a popular option these days. Not to mention a cost saver!

Looking to dress your floors in style befitting your properties age, or just fancy embracing a particular era with your interior design? Then read on!

There are lots of wonderful new rugs out there but if you are looking for something cheaper and perhaps out of the ordinary, you could search the car boot sales for something second-hand.

Underfloor insulation not only prevents heat from escaping, thus maintaining a comfortable internal environment, but it also acts as a barrier against moisture entering your home from the damp ground outside. We take a look at the different types and how they work.

An overview of Edwardian style and how to recreate the look of Edwardian flooring using wooden floors, rugs and loose carpet.

Moving into a recently converted basement flat gave one couple the option to chose new flooring and to go for some stylish options.

When choosing the flooring for your home it’s important to consider the style and function of the rooms, as well as the house as a whole.

Try this questionnaire to help you make up your mind about which carpet to choose for your stairs.

The specialists are coming in to lay your new floor for you – but it is essential to take any steps to make preparations for them coming? One expert gives his advice.

The choice of flooring for your home is largely dependent on the functional needs of the individual rooms and personal taste. We take a look at some of the most common flooring for homes.

Once you have chosen your new floor then accessorise it carefully. The right light can really make all the difference when it comes to showing off your floor

Reusing secondhand engineered wood floorboards can give you a quality look and feel without spending the earth, but that’s if you can find some. We spoke to someone who’s tried it.

We take a look at how residential flooring colour affects the mood and look of the whole house.

Those lucky enough to buy a newly built home can find themselves with a clean slate when it comes to flooring. What are the best options and what should they consider before they make their choices?

Although a clean expanse of wooden flooring can look great, there are good reasons for considering laying down a few rugs.

A guide to laminate flooring, including construction, installation and care.

Beautiful floors deserve beautiful furniture – if you’ve opted for a new floor why not choose some floor level furniture that really makes the most of it?

With the recession biting, many families are doing everything they can to cut costs, so find out how one man carpeted his extension for free.

With the increasing focus on environmental-friendliness more and more people are looking towards natural, renewable materials for their flooring options and Cork is one of the most popular choices.

You may spot a carpet you would like for your stairs but it might not always be suitable. Here expert Steve Palmer offers his advice on carpeting your stairs.

On of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it’s easy to lay but there are a few stumbling blocks – these are the tricks that smooth them over.

For many, carpet still represents the ultimate in luxury, style and comfort, despite its higher maintenance and lower durability. So how do you choose the right one for you? We take a look at the options.

Before you create a playroom give thoughtful consideration to how you might floor it – you need a room that is both practical to use and comfortable and safe for your children to play in.

Underlay has made a big comeback, being used with laminate floors and carpet as we turn away from the man-made foam-backed carpets.

There are many important factors to consider when choosing flooring for living areas from practical issues such as durability to personal issues such as comfort and style.

If you are looking for a unique rug to really set your room off why not choose one that has a low carbon footprint? You are sure to find something stylish as well as environmentally friendly.

With the wealth of options available nowadays, including modern synthetic materials with tailor-made properties, there are bathroom flooring types to suit every budget and personal taste. We take a look at the most popular.

You will probably want to do everything you can to welcome your precious new baby into the world. If that means redecorating a bedroom then you will need to consider flooring.

One of the chief ways to influence your bedroom design is through the choice of flooring, as this covers one of the largest surface areas in the room. From carpets to hard flooring we take a look at some of the options for bedroom flooring.

Antique rugs can look beautiful in a period or modern house. One couple with an Edwardian property decided to seek out special pieces for their floors at home.

How can you ensure that you choose the right carpet, which will not only enhance your home but also suit your lifestyle? We take a look at some of the factors to consider when choosing a carpet.

Holidays are for having fun and relaxing – but why not pick up a few items for your home while you are away – and what could be better than some interesting rugs for your floors?

When deciding on a rug you need to consider, where it’s going to go, how much foot traffic it will have to cope with and of course what colour and style.

Carpets add colour, comfort and style to a home but what are our options if we also want to keep pets in the house?

How to choose flooring for your home based on the functional needs and uses of each room.

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 carpets but have some significant advantages.

After converting a cellar area into a useable basement space it is vital to consider how you will use the space before deciding which is really the best flooring to lay.

The development and refinement of flooring materials has created a vast array of options. Your choice will depend on many things, from ease of maintenance and cleaning to the way the floor looks – plus, of course, budget and cost. We take a look at the pros and cons of some of the most popular types.

If you decide to employ the services of professional flooring contractors there are things you need to consider. We take a look at what they are…

Embarking upon the building project of a lifetime was challenging but rewarding for one couple – but when their property in France was complete it was a question of choosing the right flooring

There is nothing quite like the luxurious feel of sinking your bare feet into soft, thick carpet. We take a look at the different types of carpet and their durability.

An introduction to underfloor heating including benefits, types and energy efficiency.

Landlords have tough decisions to make when it comes to flooring – as they do with the other fixtures and fittings in their rental properties.