Vinyl floor coverings in sheet and tile form are perfect for use in kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and WCs where a durable, smooth and easy-to-clean floor surface is required. Sheet floor coverings are now made in widths of up to 4m (13ft) — wide enough to cover all but the widest rooms in a single … Read more
Vinyl is justifiably one of the most popular materials to use today. It may be used in bathrooms, kitchens, living-rooms, halls or even on stairways. Its wear strength is quite remarkable provided that the surface to which it is glued is free from projections. You can buy vinyl in large rolls or in small tiles. … Read more
Choosing your floor covering You can cover floors with paint, wood blocks, matting, carpets or plastic sheets. The traditional linoleum is still widely used, though its place is being taken over by the more modern and hardwearing vinyl. Paint has more value than you might imagine. There are varnish stains for plank or other wood … Read more
Floors in the home must withstand weight and wear. Durability, ease of cleaning and attractive appearance, depending on the room and the “traffic” in it, are the factors to take into account when selecting floor surfaces or coverings. Basic constructions Hollow floors have timber floorboards laid across joists with space below, which should be clean, … Read more