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modern wood flooring 09/04/2018
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Should I Opt For Light Or Dark Wood Floors?

When opting for light or dark wood floors, consider: Room size – Lighter floors add depth to small rooms Foot traffic – Darker floors show less overall scuffing Presentation – Lighter wood hides dirt e.g. hallways Maintenance – Different finishes could take several days Style & resale value – Consider current trends in wood flooring The choice between light wood flooring and dark wood flooring ultimately comes down to personal preference. However, there are many hidden factors to consider. Navigate your choices successfully and you could see both short term... Read More

03/04/2018

Will Installing Wood Floors Increase The Value Of My Home?

80% of estate agents surveyed by the National Wood Flooring Association agree that installing wood floors increases home value by 1% – 10%. For example, the value of a £250,000 property would increase to between £257,500 – £275,000. Furthermore, 12% of the estate agents surveyed agree an even larger increase in value is likely. Increase Buyer Appeal – Low Maintenance The average thickness of a high quality solid wood floor is 3/4 of an inch. This type of floor can be sanded and refinished up to ten times over its... Read More

21/03/2018
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How Much Does It Cost To Buy & Install Hardwood Floors?

The average cost of buying and installing hardwood floors is £45.00 per square metre for materials and £21.50 per square metre in labour costs. UK new build floorspace averages 16.3 square metres, totalling £733.50 per room for materials and £350.00 per room for installation. These numbers should only be used as a guide. Hardwood floor costs: Solid wood: £35.00 m² – £45.99 m² Engineered wood: £17.99 m² – £73.00 m² Underlay (Wood Subfloor): From £1.75 m² Underlay (Concrete Subfloor): From £4.25 m² Types of Hardwood Floor Hardwood flooring comes in... Read More

21/02/2018

How to Keep Hardwood Floors Warm in the Winter

Solutions to how to keep hardwood floors warm in the winter include: Place rugs in problem spots Add insulating weather strips to doors and windows Ceiling fans can help to reduce cold spots by circulating air Redirect air flow by replacing air vent covers with multidirectional grills Replace your curtains with triple-layered interlined heavy blackout curtains Limit access to the room from entrances that open directly to the home exterior Let’s start from the beginning. We must consider the construction of the home (solid vs suspended flooring) and the type... Read More

10/10/2017
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Golden rules for laying a wooden floor

Now that you’ve decided on the perfect wooden floor for your room, it’s time to think about installation. The process of laying a wooden floor requires a bit more time and preparation than any other flooring type, so it’s important that you familiarise yourself with the basics. Here are the golden rules for laying a wooden floor successfully 1.Moisture testing Before you even think about putting down your new floor, you need to carry out moisture testing on the sub floor. Your fitter or joiner should be able to carry... Read More

wooden floor wooden worktops 16/08/2017
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Tips for matching your wooden floor to your kitchen worktops

Choosing the right flooring and kitchen worktop combination can be tricky – you want it to look stylish, and yet if you buy them separately it can be a bit of a risk to match them up. To help you decide on the best combination for your home, read our tips for matching your wooden floor to your kitchen worktops for effortless style. Wood and wood Some people think you can’t have wooden floors if you have wooden worktops, or if your kitchen cabinets are wood then you shouldn’t have... Read More

75004 Rue du Tresor, Paris - Sebastian Erras 14/04/2016

10 of the World’s Most Beautiful Floors

It’s not every day that you particularly observe the floor you’re walking on. Unless you have lost an earring or dropped some change, examining the ground is not something you would think to do on your daily commute. However, not for long. It turns out that you don’t have to actually go to a gallery to see some masterpieces, they can quite literally be beneath your feet, as the world has a great collection of beautiful floors. In case you didn’t notice, we love flooring and we especially love it... Read More

Wooden Floor to Match Colour Scheme 09/02/2016

How To Match Your Colour Scheme To Your Wood Floor

  Your wood floor is no doubt one of the most striking aspects of any room in your home, which is why most home owners use it as their focus point when deciding on a complementing colour scheme for their rooms. There are many species of wood you can choose from, each of which include a variety of undertones ranging from yellow to red or even ash grey. We will look at some of the most popular undertones available and how to match your colour scheme to the type wood you have chosen. Finding the right paint... Read More

Empty Loft 29/01/2016

Best Flooring for a Loft Conversion

If you are thinking of adding an extra room to your home by converting your loft, then a vital aspect you need to consider is your flooring.  Even if your loft or attic is already boarded out, it is likely you will need to reinforce the floor with stronger joists. This means the whole floor has to come up, which offers you the perfect opportunity to think about the final look you are keen to achieve with your floor.   Preparation  First, you need to assess the space you have. How is the space going... Read More

Image of a rustic room with lots of wood 14/01/2016

How To Match Wood Furniture To Your Wood Floor

You’ve fitted your brand new flooring and you can finally enjoy its warmth and beauty, and decorate from the ground up. But how do you approach matching wood furniture to your wood floor? You could just go out, find some trees and make a bunch of shelving units and tables, but who’s to say they’ll look good when in place… Below are some design secrets that’ll help you create a living space to be truly proud of.   Related: How To Rejuvenate And Maintain A Wood Floor   Understand undertone Colour... Read More