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Flooring articles and guides

Straightforward reading on what flooring costs, what suits which room, how long fitting takes, and how to look after a new floor.

Vacuuming a carpet to show everyday carpet maintenance
Maintenance

8 min read

How to Clean and Maintain Carpet

Everyday vacuuming, spill response, professional cleans, and habits that keep UK carpets looking presentable for longer.

2 December 2025

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Living room flooring suited to busy everyday use
Flooring Advice

8 min read

Choosing Flooring for High-Traffic Areas

Hallways, stairs, entrances, and open-plan routes — how to specify flooring that copes with grit, footfall, and constant use.

5 November 2025

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Living room showing hard flooring with a soft rug overlay for comparison
Flooring Advice

8 min read

Carpet vs LVT: Which Flooring Is More Durable?

A practical durability comparison of carpet and LVT for busy UK homes — stains, foot traffic, pets, furniture, and long-term appearance.

11 October 2025

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Finished living room floors after a carpet or flooring refresh
Carpet

7 min read

How Often Should You Replace Carpet?

Signs your carpet is due for replacement, what shortens lifespan, and how to decide between cleaning, patching, and a full refit.

22 September 2025

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Planning notes and measuring ahead of a flooring installation
Installation

8 min read

How to Measure a Room for New Flooring

Step-by-step measuring for carpet, vinyl, and LVT — including alcoves, doorways, waste allowance, and when to get a professional survey.

3 September 2025

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Compact rental-style apartment living space needing practical flooring
Buying Guides

8 min read

The Best Flooring Options for Rental Properties

Practical flooring choices for UK landlords: hard-wearing carpets, vinyl, LVT, and room-by-room strategies that balance cost and tenancy wear.

14 August 2025

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Room with plank flooring illustrating an LVT-style finish
Flooring

9 min read

What Is LVT Flooring and Is It Worth It?

A clear explanation of luxury vinyl tile (LVT): how it differs from sheet vinyl, where it shines, and when it may not be the best spend.

1 July 2025

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Desk planning and paperwork for scheduling a carpet fitting
Installation

7 min read

How Long Does Carpet Fitting Take?

Typical timescales for fitting carpet in UK homes — single rooms, whole floors, stairs, uplift, and what slows a job down.

16 June 2025

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Bright living room flooring choices for a carpet selection guide
Carpet

8 min read

How to Choose the Right Carpet for Your Living Room

Pile type, colour, underlay, pets, and sunlight — a clear living-room carpet checklist for UK homes.

8 May 2025

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