Flooring

Is it practical to use very glossy flooring in busy family areas?

Very glossy floors may look luxurious in photos, but in real life they’re often not very practical for…

Flooring

What is a simple test to see if a cleaning product is safe for your floor?

Before using any new product across the whole room, do a small patch test in an inconspicuous corner.…

Flooring

How often should area rugs be taken outside and shaken or beaten?

If the rug sits in a busy area, taking it outside for a good shake or light beating…

Flooring

Should you use rugs in hallways to protect flooring?

Yes, rugs or runners in hallways are a great idea. Hallways see some of the heaviest foot traffic…

Flooring

What is a quick way to reduce noise from footsteps on hard floors?

The simplest solution is to introduce soft layers wherever footsteps are loudest. Placing rugs or runners in hallways,…