Does flooring go under dishwasher?
One of the questions many of our customers ask is, when installing new flooring in the kitchen, does the flooring go under the dishwasher? This is a reasonable question, as many people wonder if they should put flooring under heavy kitchen appliances such as dishwashers. In this article, we will answer this question as well […]
Essential Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Flooring Installation Company
When it comes to upgrading your floors, selecting the right flooring installation company can make all the difference. Whether you’re installing laminate flooring for sale, waterproof luxury vinyl, or another type of flooring, it’s essential to ensure you’re working with a reliable and experienced contractor. To help guide you through the hiring process, we’ve compiled […]
How to Dispose of Laminate Flooring in the UK (Legal & Practical Guide)
If you are looking for a clear answer straight away, here it is: you cannot dispose of laminate flooring in your household bin in the UK. Laminate flooring is usually classed as construction or DIY waste, which means it must be taken to a Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), collected through a council bulky waste […]
What Is Semi-Solid Wood Flooring? How It Compares to Solid Wood
Semi-solid wood flooring is a type of real wood flooring that sits between solid wood and engineered wood in both structure and performance. It uses a genuine hardwood top layer, but instead of being solid all the way through, it is bonded to a supportive core that improves stability and reduces excessive movement. In simple […]
Do You Need to Seal Engineered Wood Flooring? The Honest Answer
In most cases, you do not need to seal engineered wood flooring. The majority of engineered wood floors are factory-sealed, with a protective finish applied during manufacturing. Adding another seal on top is usually unnecessary and, in some situations, can even cause problems such as poor adhesion, trapped moisture, or premature finish failure. However, this […]
Can You Paint Laminate Flooring? How and Why?
Yes, you can paint laminate flooring, but in most cases, it’s not a good idea. Painting laminate floors is usually a temporary, high-risk solution that often leads to peeling paint, visible wear, and a floor that looks worse than before within a short period of time. The reason is simple: laminate flooring is not designed […]
Everyday Habits That Quietly Ruin Flooring
Every day habits quietly ruin flooring by causing slow, repeated stress that doesn’t look harmful at first. Using too much water when cleaning, dragging furniture without protection, wearing outdoor shoes indoors, ignoring fine grit, or relying on the wrong cleaning products can all damage flooring over time, even when the floor appears fine on the […]
How to Use Reclaimed Flooring: Benefits and Ideas for Your Home
You use reclaimed flooring by introducing aged, character-rich surfaces into the right parts of your home, typically living rooms, hallways, and bedrooms, while avoiding high-risk areas like moisture-heavy spaces, and by choosing reclaimed-style flooring products that deliver the same look in a more practical, reliable way. In simple terms, reclaimed flooring is about using floors […]
How do you install laminate flooring on stairs?
How to Install Laminate Flooring on Stairs? Laminate flooring installation on stairs is a simple process that requires precision but leads to a durable, cost-effective, and aesthetically pleasing outcome. Laminate flooring has an excellent durability factor and has a life-like surface appearance of wood, tile, or stone. It is highly recommended to install laminate flooring […]
What can I do with the space under my stairs?
Do you have a staircase in your home? If so, there is a space under your stairs, which many people ignore or never pay attention to. This is a prime space in your home to be used for maximum storage or maximum functionality. What to do with space under the stairs? The options are limitless! […]