Following on from the first few steps (see pt. 1) on how to choose wood flooring, it’s now time to think about the practicalities of installing it.
Here are the next few steps to consider:
Step 4: Decide who will fit your wood flooring
You have an important decision to make here, as you don’t want to [...]

Solid wood flooring and moisture are natural enemies, which is why the material cannot be installed in certain wet or humid areas of the home. This includes kitchens and bathrooms, which are repeatedly exposed to moisture and excessive water vapour. If wood flooring is installed in these places, it is likely that it will become [...]

Once you’ve decided you want wood flooring in your home, it can be a little overwhelming to figure out what to do next. Wood flooring is a big investment, so you want to ensure you get it right.
Follow these steps to get your started on your wood flooring journey:
Step 1: Make plans
Unless you are [...]

The most attractive aspect of hardwood flooring for most people is its durability. It is a long-term investment that will increase the value of your home whilst also looking beautiful for many, many years.
This enduring character, however, means that you can’t radically change the design of a room containing wood flooring on impulse. This [...]

When starting off a new interior design project, having a clear and strong idea of the look you want to achieve is great. However, you mustn’t forget about practicality.
For example, some people have it fixed in their heads that they want an authentic period style (Victorian, Georgian, Edwardian) in their homes, but they often find [...]

Decorating a room for a new baby or young child can be really tricky, as you want to make sure the space is suitable as well as looking nice. The first place to start is with flooring, where there are two main choices.
Carpet vs. wood flooring
Many people choose carpets for baby’s rooms because they believe [...]

Wooden flooring doesn’t just have to be used in homes; it can also be used in commercial and retail establishments to great effect. Because wooden flooring has a warm, luxurious feel, it can be used to great effect to create an ambience of wealth and lavishness.
Wooden flooring can work really well to boost the office [...]

Hardwood flooring has many benefits, but perhaps the best thing about this type of flooring is that it can be sanded down and refinished, removing the need or expense of replacing the floor. If you have already got a hardwood floor installed in one of your rooms, and it was installed before you moved into [...]

You only need a few tools to fit a wooden floor, but if you haven’t got them, the job can take a lot longer than anticipated. We thought we would compile a list for you so you can see if there is anything you need to add to your toolkit before you start the job.
• Mitre [...]