Homeowner reference library
Marble, timber, tiles or vinyl, laid on a base we prepare properly. That is what decides how it looks in ten years.
Discuss your flooring project →Quick answers for a single decision, practical guides for planning, and detailed references when you need the full picture.
Detailed reference · 7 min read
A hollow sound, visible crack and raised tile are different signs, and none should be used on its own to decide the whole repair. A local problem may allow a local repair; movement or damage extending beneath a wider area may need more work. Have the affected tiles and their supporting layers assessed before assuming the entire floor must be replaced.
Detailed reference · 7 min read
Large floor tiles can create a calm appearance with fewer visible joints, but their cuts and joint positions need planning. The room's edges, doorways and floor condition affect the finished result. Review the layout and preparation with your installer before laying starts, when an awkward strip or badly placed cut is still easy to change.
Detailed reference · 7 min read
Overlaying a floor can avoid some removal work, but it is cheaper overall only if the existing floor is suitable and the added height does not create expensive changes elsewhere. Doors, thresholds and adjoining rooms all need checking. Compare preparation and finishing work alongside the price of the new flooring before deciding whether to overlay or hack.