Do I need underlay for hardwood flooring?

Hardwood flooring

Thinking of laying authentic hardwood flooring in your home and wondering whether you’ll need underlay to pair with it? A question we get asked a lot here at British Flooring, and a perfectly acceptable one too! Most people are familiar with underlay as it being a must for under your carpets, which leaves some wondering…

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How To Lay Laminate Underlay

3mm silver underlay - British Flooring

So, after spending hours deliberating which to choose, you’ve finally bought some gorgeous laminate flooring to transform your room. But the question is – have you considered which laminate flooring underlay you’ll use, and how you’ll install it? Though frequently overlooked, underlay will improve how your new flooring looks, feels, and wears. For the best…

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How Long Does Carpet Underlay Last?

Tredaire red underlay - British Flooring

Sometimes dismissed as an optional extra, carpet underlay is an integral element that shapes how your flooring looks, wears, and feels to walk on. Believed to extend the lifespan of your carpet by 30% – underlay increases underfoot comfort and acts as a shock absorber, protecting the quality of your floor. It helps with soundproofing…

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5 reasons to invest in Underlay for Laminate Flooring

Laminate Flooring - British Flooring

So, you’ve decided to update your home with Laminate Flooring, giving your house a fresh, modern look. Excellent choice! Laminate is a thriving trend in 2021, replicating hardwood floor nearly precisely, for half the real thing’s price! It also provides water resistance, durability, and it is straightforward to install, making it perfect for DIY enthusiasts.…

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5 Step Beginners Guide to Flooring Installation

Flooring Installation - British Flooring

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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Do I need Underlay for LVT Flooring?

laminate flooring - British Flooring

So, you’ve decided to update your home with LVT Flooring, and now you’re wondering if you need to purchase Underlay to use with it? First of all, great choice! LVT Flooring is an excellent way to add a fresh, modern look to your home without breaking the bank. It is suitable for any room in your home; however, it…

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