Choosing floors: hardness and bounce
The amount of bounce that your floor provides can make a big difference to your ability to spend a long time standing on it.
You...
Floor pattern and design
Because of the amount of space it occupies, your floor's pattern and design will have a big impact on the look of your home.
The...
Heat dissipation and thermal mass
Dense concrete floors easily absorb a great amount of heat - which is great in some climates, but far from ideal in others. Find...
Underfloor and slab heating
Underfloor heating is a popular heating option for dwellings that experience colder climates. Learn about the different types of underfloor heating available.
Having underfloor heating...
Recycled materials in flooring
Consider using recycled materials in your floors for a more environmentally friendly and cost-saving solution. Read on to find out more.
Using recycled materials for...
Choosing floors: colours, texture and brightness
The texture and design of your floor can do more than help control heat. To some extent, it'll also determine how effectively daylight is...
Suitability – floors for different areas
Different floors are suitable for different locations. Read about how you can make the best match between your floor and your room.
One of the...
Choosing floors: comfort vs. convenience?
Choosing floors and floor coverings is often a matter of finding a sensible balance between comfort and convenience.
Comfort versus convenience? Try to pick floors...
Stump subfloor
Particularly appropriate for reactive soil or sloped ground, stump sub floors involve raising the house off the ground on stumps sunken into the earth.
Stump...
Sprung floors
Sprung floors are designed with a bit of give and bounce, and are ideal for gyms, dancefloors or similar areas.
Sprung floors are suitable for...