Choosing floors: health considerations
The type of material and finish that you use on your floors can have an impact on your health. Make sure you pick flooring...
Floor insulation performance
A properly insulated floor can help lower your heating and cooling bills, and reduce unwanted noise from wooden floorboards.
Having proper insulation within your floors...
Which floors are easy to maintain?
The time you have to spend cleaning a floor and how well it copes with stains will directly contribute to your long term satisfaction...
Floor durability
How long your floor will last is one part of durability - but you also need to consider how its looks will degrade as...
Budget and cost for flooring
Knowing where to spend money and where to save money is a very important part of choosing the right floor for your home.
Points to...
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...
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...
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: 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...