What would cause vinyl flooring to bubble?
The question: What causes vinyl flooring to bubble? It can be easily answered: Poor installation, moisture accumulation, or temperature changes. When there is a bubble in vinyl flooring, it indicates that air or moisture has been trapped between the vinyl and the subfloor. This can create unsightly bumps that may damage your floors over time. […]
Why are my vinyl floors always dirty?
Are you constantly asking yourself, “Why are my vinyl floors always dirty, even after mopping? It’s frustrating when your floors just don’t seem to stay clean, no matter how much effort you put in. The truth is, there are several common reasons why your vinyl floors may appear dirty, and understanding them is the first […]
Flooring Myths UK Homeowners Still Believe
When it comes to choosing the perfect flooring for your home, myths and misconceptions can often lead to poor decisions. For UK homeowners, understanding the facts is essential to make an informed choice that suits both lifestyle and budget. Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or just looking to update your current flooring, it’s crucial to […]
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 […]
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 […]