Choosing the right flooring for your home or business requires careful thought about the space’s needs. Consider the atmosphere you want to create—cozy, practical, or modern—and take into account factors like foot traffic, maintenance, and budget.
Read on for more tips to help you make the best decision.
Successful flooring installation starts with thoughtful planning. Consider factors like space, usage frequency, and the number of people using the area before selecting your material.
Different rooms require different flooring types. For high-traffic areas, hardwood and similar materials offer durability. In moisture-prone areas like kitchens and bathrooms, opt for water-resistant options. Some floors may need specialized installation methods, like resin adhesives, while others come naturally waterproof.
For family rooms with young kids, choose flooring that is stain- and scratch-resistant for easy upkeep.
Laminate flooring offers a cost-effective alternative to real wood, with less maintenance required. Available in a wide variety of styles and designs, it’s ideal for high-traffic family areas and light commercial spaces. Durable and easy to clean, laminate is perfect for homes prone to spills, as damaged planks can be easily replaced, unlike vinyl or carpet.
While laminate is stain-resistant and suitable for kitchens and bathrooms, it’s not recommended for stairs, as it becomes slippery when damp, posing a fall risk—especially for families with young children or elderly members.
Many of our laminate options are compatible with underfloor heating, keeping your home warm during colder months.
Engineered Wood flooring combines luxury and durability with a multi-layer construction. Its core is made of plywood, with a top layer of high-quality wood like oak, walnut, or teak.
This structure makes it more resilient than solid wood flooring, resistant to expansion and shrinkage. Easy to maintain, Engineered Wood can be sanded and refinished several times to restore its original beauty. It’s also DIY-friendly and available in various wood types, plank sizes, colours, and finishes, such as oiled, satin lacquer, or matt lacquer. Plus, with warranties often covering up to 25 years, it’s a great long-term investment.
Cushion vinyl flooring comes in a wide range of colours, patterns, and designs, making it easy to find the perfect style for any room in your home.
It pairs well with underfloor heating, keeping your feet warm in the winter.
Water-resistant and often slip-resistant, vinyl is ideal for high-moisture areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
The cushioned surface adds comfort, and it’s easy to clean and maintain, making it a versatile and affordable choice.
Contract vinyl flooring is designed for high-traffic commercial areas, offering durability, waterproofing, and easy maintenance.
Ideal for spaces like shops, schools, and offices, it is available in slip-resistant options for use in kitchens and communal restrooms.
Hot-welded seams ensure a secure bond between colours and designs, creating a safe, smooth surface for wheelchair accessibility.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) combine the versatility of vinyl with the beauty of real materials like wood, ceramic, and stone.
Available in various shapes, sizes, and designs, LVT tiles are easy to install and offer exceptional quality. They’re ideal for any room in the home, including wet areas like kitchens and bathrooms, thanks to their water and stain resistance.
Durable and comfortable underfoot, LVT can also be used in high-traffic spaces and even on walls in classrooms.
Its low-maintenance nature and easy repair make it a practical flooring option for any setting.
Wool carpets are a cosy and practical choice for bedrooms. The soft, natural fibres offer warmth and insulation, keeping your home energy-efficient throughout the year.
While they may require a larger initial investment, wool carpets are easy to clean, dirt-resistant, and highly durable, making them a great option for families and pet owners.
Their longevity ensures you get value for your money.
Made from synthetic fibres, Polypropylene carpets are cost-effective, durable, and easy to maintain with a bleach solution, making them ideal for families with children and pets.
For high-traffic areas, choose a heavier, high-quality pile to minimize wear.
Known for their outstanding colourfastness, Polypropylene carpets keep their vibrant colour over time.
Carpet City features a variety of trusted, well-known flooring brands, each carefully chosen for its unique qualities. Purchasing a branded product means you’re investing in proven quality from a reputable name. Our diverse range of brands gives you greater choice in colour, pattern, design, comfort, material, and overall quality, ensuring you find the perfect flooring to match your style.
See the list below of the many household brands we sell and display:
Adam Carpets – Amtico – Abingdon Carpets – Associated Weavers – Altro – Brintons Carpet – Brockway Carpets – Beaulieu – Bolon – Burmatex – Cavalier Carpets – CFS – Distinctive Flooring – Desso – EGE – Furlong Carpets – Furlong Wood Floors – Forbo – Georgean Carpets – Gradus – Halls Interface – Jacaranda – JHS – Janser – Kingsmead – Karndean – Lano Carpets – Moduleo – Modulyss – ITC – Penthouse – Polyflor – Tarket – Ted Todd – Vorwerk – Westex – Wilton Carpets
Choosing suitable flooring for your space is essential, and making the wrong decision can be costly. For expert advice, feel free to contact Carpet City, or stop by our London Showroom to speak to a knowledgeable staff member.
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