Opting to do-it-yourself and install new carpets is a brilliant way to save money. The process is relatively straightforward too, which is ideal if DIY isn’t really your thing. But the question is, do you know how to fit carpet grippers? These narrow strips of plywood are placed on the floor before a wall-to-wall carpet…
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So, you’re thinking about fitting wood flooring? Unlike carpets, wood floors are naturally more hardwearing, meaning they don’t necessarily need the extra padding of an underlay. Although they are perfectly comfortable to walk on barefoot without underlay, adding an extra layer between the subfloor and wooden planks can make a huge difference to how your…
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Looking to spruce up your floors in the new year? Whilst people are increasingly opting for wooden and laminate floors nowadays, carpet remains the comfiest choice – particularly in bedrooms and on stairs. However, a good quality underlay is key to prolonging the lifespan of your sumptuous carpet. Ranging from PU (polyurethane) foam to rubber,…
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Recently bought a sumptuous new carpet for your home? Though many people consider it to be a pointless additional expense, carpet underlay shapes how your flooring looks, feels and wears. It adds a cushioned depth of comfort underfoot, acts as a shock absorber to prolong the lifespan of your carpet, provides an extra layer against…
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Bought yourself a cosy new carpet for your home and wondering how much it would cost you to pair it with underlay? We understand how tempting it can be to skip this step, especially when you’ve just spent a lot of money on a new carpet. But trust us when we say that carpet underlay is an essential…
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Lockdown boredom made you want to do everything yourself? You’re certainly not alone! DIY has sky-rocketed this last year with everyone stuck on furlough or working from home during the pandemic, with plenty of spare time on their hands due to the lack of social life we all now have. So, you’ve bought yourself a…
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