Create a comfortable feel with carpets
All available in either synthetic fibres, pure wool, or a mix of both, carpets come in a vast array of colours and budgets to suit every room (although they’re best avoided in a kitchens or bathrooms). Choose an 80 per cent wool and 20 per cent synthetic carpet for the best combination of wear, thermal insulation and comfort or 100% Polypropylene is a Synthetic fiber carpet and do sell better than wool carpets, but that’s often because of the higher up-front cost for wool. Still, there’s more to carpet fibers than just price. It’s important to look at the strengths and weaknesses of each and consider things like where it will be installed and whether it fits your lifestyle well and budget.
A new underlay can prolong the life of a carpet by up to 40 per cent, so bear this in mind when you’re looking to replace your carpet.
For a more budget alternative, consider laminate flooring
Laminate flooring is made from layers of high density fibreboard with a photographic image (of timber, tile etc) laminated to the surface below a tough, wear-resistant coating. Its advantages are its price, anti-scratching properties and ease of installation.
Laminate is a great choice for a busy household in all areas that are not exposed to heavy moisture (so avoid using in a bathrooms), although it can feel cold and hard underfoot. If laid badly, it may also be noisy and clunky.
Replicate the look of tiles or solid wood with LVT flooring
Vinyl flooring (LVT) is made up of a combination of polyvinyl chloride and plasticisers, with added colour pigments. Available in either sheet, tile or plank form, vinyl is a very useful flooring for a kitchen or bathroom as it is non-porous, but has an element of resilience which makes it comfortable to walk on.
A versatile material, vinyl can be used to replicate timber, tiles and stone. Prices vary from budget and brands but we can provide it all, suitable for all budgets. Get in touch today.