Walnut flooring is a great choice if you are looking for a dark, elegant and sophisticated wooden floor. Walnut is a hardwood tree that produces a rich, dark brown coloured wood.   Where can I have Walnut flooring You can have walnut flooring in almost any room in your home.  As it is a darker colour floor, it usually best suits rooms that are bright and airy.  This way you will get a lovely contrast between the richness of the floor and the brightness of the décor.  A larger space can also look stunning with a walnut floor, especially if it has a traditional décor.  I ..read more

Wooden floors will encounter expansion and contraction with seasonal changes. It is commonly thought that a plank of wooden flooring is a set size and will stay that size, however wood is a natural material and will adapt to its surroundings.  The planks of flooring will respond to the humidity and temperature of the room that it is in. When there are high levels of humidity in the air, the wooden floors will absorb that moisture.  On the other hand, when the humidity reduces the planks of flooring will let the moisture out.  Generally speaking, your flooring will expand with hi ..read more

It is really easy to keep your LVT floor clean.  LVT is short for Luxury Vinyl Tiles.  In recent years they have become really popular due to their durability, authentic appearance and easiness to keep clean.  You won’t need any expensive cleaning products or a lengthy maintenance process. Bona Tile and Laminate Spray Mop Quick guide on how to keep my LVT floor clean All you need to do is follow these simple steps: Firstly, you will want to try and prevent your floor from accumulating dirt.  To do this, you could place door mats at all entrance doors.  This will help ..read more

Some types of laminate flooring are waterproof, so it is always best to check before you buy. Waterproof laminate flooring is a great addition to any area of your home, especially wet spaces like bathrooms and utility rooms.  In recent years, laminate flooring has really become a better quality with more realistic patterns and designs.  If you choose a good quality floor, then you can also benefit from a stain guard and scratch resistant surface.   Which laminate floors are waterproof? Here is our range of waterproof laminate flooring.     What are the benefits of wat ..read more

If you are looking for a wooden floor with warm tones then you probably want something that will add a touch of richness and depth to your room.  There are so many different types and colours of wooden flooring around, that it can sometimes be an overwhelming choice. Honey and caramel shades can often add warm tones.  The colour of the wooden floor is usually determined by the species of wood.  However, most wooden floors are made from Oak, and then have a colour stain added.  This gives you even more choice, or you could buy an unfinished floor and add your own colour stai ..read more

Laminate flooring is really easy to keep clean.  All you need to do is keep up with a simple cleaning routine consisting of sweeping and mopping.  You will notice that most laminate floors are relatively durable, but you still need to keep on top of a cleaning routine to keep them looking fresh and new.  If you are not sure which products to use, or how often you should be cleaning, then you are in the right place!  Here are a few tips and some handy advice to keep you on track.   How to clean my laminate floor The best way to clean your laminate floor is to sweep on a ..read more

Herringbone Oak flooring is a type of wooden floor made from Oak and is displayed in a herringbone pattern. Oak is the most common species of wood used in flooring and gives you a beautiful grain pattern with pale and golden tones running throughout.  Herringbone is the pattern created by using parquet block of flooring.  You lay the blocks of flooring in a V shape to create a ‘herringbone pattern’.   What does herringbone oak flooring look like? As already mentioned, a herringbone Oak floor is one that is made from Oak and installed in a specific ‘herringbone pattern’.  Th ..read more

Laminate floors are fairly resilient, however, you should still be mindful of how to prevent scratches on the surface.  Small scratches can easily happen without you sometimes realising how.  Scuffs and scratches are inevitable but can be prevented by taking a number of small steps.   Steps to take to prevent scratches Taking simple steps and by following this care guide can really help. The most important thing that you can do is to implement a regular cleaning schedule. You should be aiming to sweep your floor every day using a soft brush.  This may sound like a lot, but ..read more

Hand scraped flooring will give you a rustic and textured surface.  This extra definition is added when the planks of flooring are scraped by hand before the protective oils or lacquers are added.  As each plank of Oak wooden flooring is scraped by hand, no two planks are the same, so you get an authentic and aged looking floor.  You are still getting the natural beauty of Oak, with its distinctive grain and knot patterns, but with an added twist of uniqueness. It is a perfect choice for anyone looking for a beautiful hardwood floor with added character and charm.   Which r ..read more

We often get asked about how to keep a wooden floor clean, the answer is simple.  Sweep and clean your floor on a regular basis.  Due to the hard surface of the wooden floor, it is easy to keep clean.  Any dust, dirt or pet hair is more visible than on a carpet, which makes it much easier to keep clean and far more hygienic.  By adopting a simple and regular cleaning routine, your wooden floor will be looking clean every day.   How often should I sweep my wooden floor? This really depends on where your wooden floor is.  For example, if your wooden floor is in one ..read more