Flooring
7 ways to make the patchwork tile trend work for you
Patchwork tiles are having a moment as this year’s kitsch home styling steps up a notch. Europeans have mixed tile patterns for many years and now the…
Ask an expert: questions for flooring specialists, roofers, electricians and builders
Our Ask an expert section is the place to go to put your home improvement questions to our registered tradespeople experts. There are 27 categories to post…
Stop floorboards squeaking without lifting the floor
That irritating squeak when you walk across the floor isn’t a sign of an old house; it’s a sign of movement. Squeaks occur when timber rubs against metal (the…
Floor design trends
We often forget how important flooring is in our interior design, a feature that can easily make or break a space. That’s why it’s crucial to ensure the…
Flooring decisions 'should include consideration of stripes'
People looking for home improvements they can make this year should think about having striped carpets installed. This is the claim made by one expert, who…
How to grout tiles - 2018 guide
Whether you’re grouting new bathroom floor tiles, or refreshing the grout on your kitchen splashback, with the right know-how you can achieve a neat and…
How to lay water based underfloor heating
Mick Laverick of LeeMick Ltd. shows us how to install water based underfloor heating. Some of us could master it, and some of us couldn’t. Let’s just leave it…
Revamp with rugs
Cold floors on autumn mornings are as desirable as stale bread. Cover up the parquet, tiles and vinyl with some plush rugs and things will immediately heat up.…
8 factors to consider before upgrading your floors
Upgrading your floor can feel like a minefield – but fear not, if you’re in the market for a new one, consider these factors first. Budget Figure out your…
Pros and cons of underfloor heating –Rated People review
We can’t get enough of writing about heating solutions. Whether it’s how to build a sauna or that it’s time to check your boiler, we’re intent on beating the…