Flooring
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How to insulate a floor and why it's worth installing
Insulate a solid, timber, concrete floor or boards and your home could be more energy efficient and your bills lower. Here’s what you need to know.
By Roger Hunt •
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Bedroom flooring – 7 of the best materials for a stylish sleeping space
All types of bedroom flooring come with different pros and cons. Carpet, LVP, hardwood and even laminate are all popular materials for a stunning and functional sleeping space.
By Sarah Warwick •
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Living room flooring ideas – 8 of the best material types to choose from
The best living room flooring will make your space look great, feel cozy and prove easy to care for. From carpet, to tile and more stunning material types.
By Sarah Warwick •
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Bathroom flooring ideas – 6 best types that are durable and stylish
The best bathroom flooring ideas will be beautiful and durable. Think LVP, tiles and more to withstand humidity and a heavy footfall.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best wood floor cleaners: 8 top picks for spick and span flooring
Restore your floorboards with one of the best wood floor cleaners out there
By Annie Collyer •
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Best tile cleaner: 6 smart picks to spruce up your tiling
With the best tile cleaner to hand, you can take down grubby tiles with ease, returning your bathroom and kitchen to their former glory
By Annie Collyer •
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The best laminate flooring – durable, beautiful options for the home
Finding the best laminate flooring for the kitchen, bathroom or another area in your home is easily done. With more durable, water-resistant and budget-friendly types available.
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best vinyl flooring – luxury vinyl plank vs tile and sheet options
Choosing the best vinyl flooring depends on the room you're working with. These are the design, cost and installation differences between LVP, LVT and classic vinyl sheet flooring.
By Anna Cottrell •
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14 types of floor tiles – beautiful, hard-wearing and on budget
Attractive, hard-wearing and easy to maintain, the best types of floor tiles will be a beautiful and practical investment.
By Anna Cottrell •
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5 of the best types of stone flooring for kitchens, bathrooms and more
The best types of stone flooring can suit all homes, adding value and a sophisticated finish to your space. Each material comes complete with different pros, cons and costs.
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best types of wooden flooring – hardwood, reclaimed and more
The best types of wooden flooring will be beautiful, hard-wearing and easy to maintain. From solid, to engineered, or even reclaimed wood, there's lots to consider.
By Paula Woods •
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5 popular types of carpet – how to choose the best for your home
The best types of carpet for your home come down to style and how they are made. These are the most popular types, plus different fibers and more to help you choose.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best Shark Vacuum 2021: We tried and tested Shark's top-selling models
Here are our thoughts on the best Shark vacuum, where we break down the models that will best fit your lifestyle
By Jaclyn Turner •
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How to install laminate flooring – prepare to lay laminate like a pro
You should always use underlay when laying laminate. This step-by-step on how to install laminate flooring will ensure an expert finish – every time.
By Michael Holmes •
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11 types of flooring materials to consider for your home – the pros and cons
The different types of flooring available for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms or living room spaces. From hardwood, stone and tile, to vinyl, carpet and more.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Tineco Floor One S3 review: a cordless vacuum and mop with techy features
The Tineco Floor One S3 smart floor washer can cut your cleaning routine in half, but is it worth it?
By Jaclyn Turner •
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Shark Vertex Corded Ultralight DuoClean PowerFins Stick Vacuum review: lightweight and powerful for quick clean-ups
On the hunt for a new vacuum? We tried the Shark Vertex Corded Ultralight DuoClean PowerFins Stick Vacuum and are sharing our thoughts
By Jaclyn Turner •
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Best flooring for kitchens: how to choose the right material
We look at all the best flooring for kitchens, from vinyl to real stone so you can make the best choice for your space
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to tile a floor step-by-step for a professional finish
It's all in the preparation and technique when tiling a floor. Do it yourself with our step-by-step video and guide.
By Laura Crombie •
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13 kitchen flooring ideas: Stylish tiles, vinyl and wood floor inspo
Looking for kitchen flooring ideas that are practical, hard-wearing and stylish? We've got stunning tile, vinyl and wood ideas that will floor you.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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How to clean stone floors – spruce natural stone tiles, plus, why vinegar is a no go
DIY expert Helaine Clare's shares her knowledge on how to clean stone floors step-by-step. Plus, why you shouldn't use vinegar
By Helaine Clare •
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Shark Vertex Upright Vacuum with Powered Lift-Away review: power through cleaning in style
The Shark Vertex Upright Vacuum with Powered Lift-Away is said to be Shark's most powerful vacuum yet. Does it live up to that claim? Read our review to find out
By Jaclyn Turner •
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Painted floorboards: an easy guide to getting that rustic look
You can make a big impact by simply painting floorboards – for just the cost of a little preparation and a pot or two of paint
By Lucy Searle •
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Hallway flooring: how to choose the best floor for your hallway space
Hallway flooring needs to be both functional and good-looking. Find out how to choose what will best suit your lifestyle, budget and decorating scheme
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best canister vacuums: 5 top buys from Miele, Dyson and more
Canister vacuums are the best for hard floors, low carpet and hard-to-reach spaces. Here are our top buys for the best prices...
By Alex Temblador •
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Best carpet cleaner 2020: 6 top machines to deep clean your carpet
The best carpet cleaners can help restore your flooring and tackle even deep set stains
By Kaitlin Madden •
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Best floor cleaner: 6 floor cleaners to battle dust, dirt, and grime
The best floor cleaner will eliminate odors, make stains disappear, and keep your floors sparkly clean
By Alex Temblador •
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Tile patterns: 15 smart designs to add style to every room
The right tile patterns can add colour and pattern to any space, so we have rounded up of fave looks to get you inspired...
By Karen Darlow •
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Concrete flooring: a guide to concrete floor types, costs and design
Concrete flooring is the ultimate choice for a contemporary interior, or it can add a modern twist to a room in a more traditional home. Find out how to choose concrete flooring in our guide
By Anna Cottrell •
