Flooring Advice
Buying guides, comparisons and room-by-room recommendations from our showroom team.

The Complete Carpet Buying Guide
Everything to think about before you buy — pile type, material, budget and how to avoid the most common carpet-buying mistakes.
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Carpet vs Laminate Flooring: Which Should You Choose?
Warmth and comfort versus a hard-wearing, easy-clean surface — we break down the real differences.
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Carpet vs LVT: Which Is Right for Your Home?
LVT is fully waterproof and virtually indestructible — but is it always the better choice? Here is how it compares to carpet.
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Best Flooring for Stairs
Stairs take more punishment than any other floor in the house. Here is what actually holds up.
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How to Choose Carpet Underlay (and Why It Matters)
The right underlay can double the life of your carpet. Here is how to pick one.
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How Much Carpet Do I Need? A Simple Guide to Measuring
Carpet comes in fixed roll widths, so working out how much you need is not as simple as room length x width.
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Saxony vs Twist Carpet: What's the Difference?
Two of the most popular carpet pile types explained — and which rooms suit each one best.
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What Happens During a Home Measurement?
Booked a free home measurement? Here is exactly what to expect from our team.
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Best Carpet and Flooring for Pets and Busy Families
Muddy paws, spilled juice, constant footfall — here is what actually stands up to family life.
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We're adding new guides regularly. In the meantime, ask our team in-store or via the contact page.
- How to Choose the Right Carpet
- Best Carpet for Families
- Best Carpet for Pets
- Why Good Underlay Matters
- What Is LVT Flooring?
- Karndean vs Laminate
- How to Clean and Maintain Your Carpet
- How Long Should a Carpet Last?
- What Flooring Is Best for a Rental Property?
- Best Flooring for Hallways
- Best Flooring for Kitchens
- Best Flooring for Bedrooms
- Best Flooring for Busy Homes
- How Much Does Carpet Fitting Cost?
- Choosing Carpet Colour
- How to Make a Small Room Look Bigger