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Archive for the ‘Laminate flooring’ Category
The Playroom…
When it comes to your children you might be thinking about making a playroom for them. Flooring in a playroom is not always dependent upon factors such as space, size or house and income. Therefore different types of flooring will have their own advantages when it comes to look and feel. When selecting the best flooring for a playroom there are several considerations that need to be taken into mind.
It needs to be long lasting, child friendly, relatively comfortable and colourful, protect the child’s health in terms of allergy protection and be able to withstand heavy objects and protect the child from accidents. If it is cheap and easy to self-apply then parents may opt for flooring which incorporates all these features, and there are plenty of good options to choose from.
Hardwood flooring adds some structural strength to your floor. It also lasts for a lifetime, which means it will be there to help as your children grow up. It can also match your interior design across the rest of the room or house. Because of the structural strength you will not need to worry about any falling objects or stability as its hard surface allows for greater safety.
Laminate Flooring may well be the best option when it comes to wooden flooring. It is not only easy to clean and cheap but it can also be laid down by yourself. It is also durable enough to withstand the dropping of toys or heavy stamping. It can also accommodate mats or rugs easily which can also provide another safety element. The colour variations can also be child friendly. Due to the fact that laminate flooring is hard pressed together it can also survive and wear and tear that is likely to occur.
Solid wood flooring is good for allergies, as it prevents dust gathering. More so it is easily installed and lasts a long time. Seasonal changes make it adaptable to surroundings; it is great at insulating and keeps the room warm in winter months. This is different to engineered wood flooring which is good for preventing water, moisture, and humidity.
Engineered wood flooring, like most wooden floors, are durable, stable and of good value. It is easier to install when pre-finished.
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The Utility Room
Hardwood flooring can be used easily in high traffic areas, utility rooms, kitchen or even utlilty rooms, thanks to the latest finishing and engineering techniques. Hardwood floors compliment any home décor. There is a timeless appeal that only hardwood floor can give. It adds interest to a room by allowing a backdrop to furnishings. Its versatility is outstanding, whether a contemporary feeling or a country mood. Hardwood floor used to be limited to living rooms and dining rooms, now they can be installed in every room in your home including the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and the utility rooms.
 
Hardwood flooring is easy to take care. Only minimal care is needed to preserve the splendour of these floors. The simplest way to clean sealed hardwood floors is to first remove all dirt and dust either using a broom or a lightweight vacuum cleaner. Then simply mop using a flooring detergent or cleaner, regular cleaning with a hardwood floor cleaner can help keep your flooring looking good.
  
There are health benefits associated with hardwood flooring. Dust and other irritants are trapped in carpeting and the grout of ceramic tiles. Over a period of time, these irritants can cause problems for those suffering with allergies. Hardwood floors can ideal for those dealing with indoor allergies Just because your utility room has to be practical and functional, doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style or comfort.
We’ve got a great range of stylish wood to give you utility look through from your kitchen for a more open feel.
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Wood in your kitchen:
When it comes to choosing a material for your new kitchen floor, more and more people are choosing to go this way forward. There are two types of wood flooring and one of which is very suitable for the kitchen or in general for any area that may experience damp or wet conditions.
The traditional type of wood flooring is called solid wood flooring and as the name suggests, the floor is made from complete solid wood. The alternative is a type of wood floor called engineered wood floor that looks precisely like solid wood, but uses MDF, Plywood and Softwood in addition to real wood. This alternative wood floor is suitable for the kitchen, as its construction can be made waterproof using the right coating. The floor can transform the look and feel of a room. The kitchen is a very important room in everyone’s house, and is often a key selling point. This is why it’s so important that your kitchen floor creates a good impression.
If your floor is old and worn, then it’s time to start considering renovation. Flooring is a very important aspect in a kitchen, and can be extremely costly to replace. If the existing flooring is in good repair, you might be able to restore it instead of installing new flooring. For instance, if your floor is wooden, floor sanding might be the simple and cost effective answer.
The huge number of choices and options available can be confusing and difficult to understand but our knowledge and experience can help you achieve the result you have in mind. Engineered wood flooring does not react to temperature changes or to humidity conditions as solid wood does. Each floorboard is made from three or four layers of syntactic material that are glued together and placed below a layer of real wood, commonly Oak or Walnut. The result is a wood floor that is not only attractive in its design, but also better suited for the kitchen.
Each floorboard is covered in a layer of transparent coating that acts to provide the floor with basic protection from foot traffic, wear and tear. In the kitchen area, a special layer is applied to make the floor waterproof by sealing it. This layer of coating is called lacquered and unlike other coatings such as oil that goes into the wood, lacquered will always sit on top thereby protecting the floor. From time to time you will need to top up the coating, a process that takes just a few minutes.
If you are thinking of kitchen design, wood flooring could be a flexible and stylish choice. Simply fit engineered wood flooring with the right coating and you will enjoy the new design for many many years. If you have ny quieries about your flooring for kitchens, please feel free to cinatct us on 0845 021781
Wood floors in your bathroom….
If you’re considering wood flooring for your bathrooms, you’ll be aware that the big problem with wood flooring in bathrooms is humidity. If it wasn’t for humidity, installing wood flooring in your bathrooms would be no problem at all. But if you make the right choices and take the right precautions, wood flooring for bathrooms can be a great option.
Solid wood or laminate floors aren’t usually suitable for bathrooms as the humidity will cause the material to discolour, swell and warp. But hardwood floorings, such as teak and bamboo, can work well (double-check with Source Wood Floors first) and engineered wood and bathroom-specific laminate – made with PVC – are designed to withstand moisture.
If you decide that you want to install wood flooring in your bathroom or bathrooms, we’d recommend that you install engineered wood flooring and not solid wood flooring. Solid wood flooring, as the name suggests is made from one single plank of wood whereas engineered flooring is made up of a thin layer of real wood secured on top of a plywood base. Because of the structure of engineered wood flooring, it is better able to withstand the humidity and splashes and spills it’ll come up against in shower rooms and bathrooms.
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Wood Panelling.
Although installing wood flooring on walls may seem like a crazy idea, there is no reason whatsoever that wood flooring can’t be used effectively and imaginatively to clad walls. If you’re looking for a natural and slightly unusual wood clad style for your room, wood flooring installed on your walls may well prove to be your perfect solution.
The effect of using wood flooring on walls can be really stunning and can add either a modern or traditional look to your room, depending on which species of wood you choose and how you choose to install it.
One important thing to bear in mind however, before even considering installing wood flooring on your wall, is that the base on which you’ll fit the floor is stable. The reason for this is that wood flooring must be staggered when it’s fitted, so it simply can’t be fitted over an unstable surface whereby the planks can’t be secured along the their entire length. Installing plywood on your wall before fitting the wood flooring to the wall makes an ideal, stable surface.
When it comes to installing the wood flooring on your wall, you’ll need to decide whether you want it to be installed vertically, horizontally or even diagonally.
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Brighten up your home this Spring.
Although the recent cold snap may be telling us that we’re still in winter, spring hopefully isn’t too is ere now, so now is the perfect time to start to think about how you’re going to step into spring with a home which looks bright and beautiful.
If the dark and dreary winter somehow seems to have taken its toll on the look of your home, it goes without saying that you won’t take this look into spring with you. When you’re looking to brighten up the look of your home for spring, it also goes without saying that you’ll want to keep it looking this way throughout spring and beyond- so why not opt for light oak flooring?
Light oak flooring is the perfect way to perk up the look of your home in time for spring, and it’s a highly long lasting and cost-efficient choice. Although it isn’t the hardest wood around, light oak flooring is still very durable, so it’s perfect for the average home which receives an average amount of foot traffic.
Light oak flooring can fit in perfectly with practically any other type of décor, due to its classic looks, so décor can be transformed for the better for spring in one quick step.
Wooden flooring for a small apartment..
Wooden flooring is incredibly popular in every type of home nowadays, as it can look the part when coupled with classic or contemporary décor. In many years gone by, wooden flooring was only accessible to select few- so more often than not; it was only ever seen in large grand homes. Things couldn’t be more different nowadays though, and as well as being a common sight in large properties, it’s also a common sight in smaller ones.
Over the course of the past few years, wooden flooring has become a popular choice with those living in smaller apartments- and it’s really easy to see why. Within small living spaces, the look of larger areas of décor can have a huge impact on the look of the entire property, and with flooring making up the largest area, it needs to look amazing.
Choosing wooden flooring for a small apartment requires careful consideration. Those who want to make a small apartment look a little more spacious often opt for light wooden flooring, as it can create the illusion of more space. On the other hand, those looking to create a warm, cosy ambience often opt for darker flooring- it’s all up to the individual.
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Wood flooring in Spare rooms..
If you’re lucky enough to have the luxury of having a spare room in your property, it definitely pays to make the most of it. When you lead a very busy lifestyle like so many homeowners nowadays, it can be really tempting to neglect a spare room, or just use it as storage space for unused items- which isn’t likely to leave the room looking its best. Many homeowners now use a spare room in the house as a study to create a dedicated working environment within the home. This is becoming more common as a lot more people now work from home part, if not all of the time and find it near impossible to concentrate or keep files organised in other rooms.
There are also more young people going to university in this generation so a study can often be a vital area for research and writing essays where students will not be disturbed. Decorating a study is a little different to decorating other rooms in the home as it is important that work within the study is not disrupted However, if you’ve now decided that the time is right to bring your spare room back to life, you need to start with the décor basics- and one ‘basic’ which can make a huge difference to the look of a room is flooring.
Whether you wish to transform your spare room into a beautiful guest bedroom, a home office or a games room, the flooring which you choose is essential, and as it goes without saying that you will want flooring to look stunning and remain looking this way for a very long time, why not opt for wooden flooring?
Wooden flooring is available in a huge ranger of shades, designs and durability’s, so whether your spare room is likely to be used a little or a lot, the perfect flooring can be found with ease. Laminate floors have really taken off over recent years and it’s easy to see why. Practical, stylish and cost effective, laminate is ideal to use in a variety of locations. Laminate flooring is less prone to scratching than wood and is easy to clean with a damp mop. Unlike hardwood flooring, laminate is also suitable for use in areas which might come into contact with water, for example bathrooms and basements.
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Exposure to sunlight: Wood Flooring
A wood floor loses lustre and colour through direct exposure to sunlight. You must choose curtains or blinds that will prevent direct access to sun rays on the floor. Going for translucent material will allow sufficient light to come in the house. You will find, when it comes to hardwood floors, you have to keep a check on how much natural light they get.
Excessive sunlight may harm your wood flooring, causing the wood to fade, disintegrate or become discoloured. It is possible to stop this from occurring simply by using curtains or window blinds to restrict the level of sunlight your wooden floors receive. You can even go the extra mile and coat your windows with UV protection to minimise sun damage.
Sunlight can cause oak hardwood flooring to fade over a prolonged period of time but couples can prevent this from happening by putting up blinds and curtains. Oak hardwood flooring can be damaged in various ways, with the sun’s UV rays one of the most serious threats. The best way to keep these harmful rays off oak flooring is to invest in suitable blinds and curtains and reducing the amount of sunlight the floor is exposed to. Over time sunlight can discolour your hardwood flooring so use blinds and curtains to protect your flooring at the time of day when it may be exposed.
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Wooden Stairs
Before choosing which wood flooring option might suit your stairs, it’s a good idea to double-check whether or not a wooden staircase is ideally suited to your entire household’s needs. While a well fitted and good quality wooden staircase can look stunning. Once you’re confident that a wooden staircase is absolutely right for you and your family, you’ll need to decide whether a solid or an engineered wooden flooring product will suit you best.
You can create some stunning wooden staircase effects with both solid and engineered flooring, but it’s important again to make the right choice for your room conditions. If you’re in any doubt about the difference between solid and engineered wooden flooring, you’ll get some helpful information here.
Once you’ve made the choice between engineered and solid wood flooring for your staircase, it’s important to think about the end result and how it will look. One thing to bear in mind is that if you choose engineered boards to fit over your existing staircase, a nosing will be required to match the floor. A nosing is effectively an edging, which goes over the protruding part of each step to give it a finished look. If your choice is solid wood for your staircase, the solid wood boards can be worked to produce an integral nosing saving you the need for pre-fabricated nosing.
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