Flooring

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From coloured tiles to crazy paving, the latest flooring ideas will sweep you off your feet Soft, organic carpet, exotic tiles or weathered floorboards – whatever your choice, the floor covering in your home drives your interior’s design, uniting the space. Here, quality is just as important as style. It’s time to let your flooring […]

Feather your nest in style in 2024, as we share the trends the design experts are flocking to this year Photographer: Brooke Holm What interior design trends will we see in 2024? Now we’ve all heard of Quiet Luxury, maximalist decor and cottagecore. Boucle fabrics and organic shapes have flooded our Pinterest boards. But as […]

Keep cold feed at bay with clever underfloor heating throughout your home with these top tips. There’s nothing worse than slipping out of a cosy bed or sofa in the middle of winter and feeling the intense shock of a freezing cold floor as you put your feet on the ground. Short of installing carpets […]

Give your home the best base with well thought out and practical flooring choices – here’s what’s trending With pets, parties, children and probably the occasional scooter or pram traipsing across its surface, your flooring needs to stand up to the trials of family life underfoot. So, regardless of whether it’s going to be the […]

Give your home the best base with well thought out and practical flooring choices With pets, parties, children and probably the occasional scooter or pram traipsing across its surface, your flooring needs to stand up to the trials of family life underfoot. So, regardless of whether it’s going to be the perfect neutral backdrop, or […]

The terrazzo tile trend has taken over homes and hearts thanks to their versatile look and practical benefits. Here’s why the trend is making a comeback If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind surface option that’s warmer than marble and more interesting than ceramic tiles, then look no further than terrazzo tiles. While terrazzo has been […]

We round up the freshest new looks to inspire your interior makeover this spring. From soft colours to fun florals and must-have materials, we’ve got you covered Looking for new textures and hues for your home this spring? Check out how to create a stylish base for your interiors below with our flooring and curtain […]

Choosing curtains and flooring? It’s all about soft neutrals this winter, with your interior palette a haven of calm amid the storms. Here are our top tips Curtains: Biella in Frost. Flooring: Malmo Exquisit Laminate in Waveless Oak Nature. Curtains and flooring work in tandem this season to create a soothing palette just perfect for […]

Whether you prefer your flooring to be a backdrop to your interior or the star of the show, these five flooring ideas are a sure fire way to add style to your home Building a new home offers a unique opportunity to create a consistent and coherent design theme throughout, anchored by smart flooring choices. […]

You’ll be living with your flooring for a long time, so it’s important to get a look you love, with the practicality you need. Here’s how When it comes to choosing flooring, the options available can be overwhelming. Wool or synthetic carpet? Laminate or engineered wood? Vinyl or tiles? The friendly team at Carpet Court will guide […]

Choosing the perfect flooring to complement an all-white interior is easy with Carpet Court’s wide range of realistic wood-look laminate and vinyl, and a plush palette of nature-inspired carpets 1. Malmo Dynamic ‘barrow oak’ Dynamic is a versatile flooring that can be used anywhere, is extremely resilient and offers an attractive variety of patterns and […]

Your flooring sets the tone for your entire house – these expert tips prove why you should design your home from the floor up Research, research, research. When you’re planning a home build or major renovation, you sometimes feel like you’re spending your life online and in showrooms, looking up different options so you can […]

Seeking a new look this year but short on funds? Getting your dream flooring now and paying later could be an option thanks to Carpet Court’s flexible finance plans with Q Card and Q Mastercard®* My husband and I bought a new house two years ago so our family could enjoy more space as our […]

It’s easy to add style and character to your home with these stunning timber-look flooring options. Get inspired by our handy guide and transform your interior How to transform your home with timber-look flooring When it comes to interior decisions, flooring is one of the most important choices you’ll make. The right flooring will act […]

Interior designers Katie Scott and Lucy Sargent tell us their top four picks for fab bathroom flooring. Here’s how to style and shop each look 8 stylish bathroom flooring ideas chosen by interior designers Our first interior designer is Katie Scott from Caro Design. She rounds up her four favourite bathroom flooring options, which are practical, stylish and […]

Style Insider Leonie Barlow shares how flooring completely transformed the feel of her home. Discover how you can shop her style Style Insider Leonie Barlow reveals the secret to her new interior look Leonie Barlow, who runs the popular The Style Insider blog, recently undertook a modern and (naturally) stylish renovation of her Auckland home. […]

Choosing flooring that matches your decor and complements the era of your home is an insider trick that can take your interior style to the next level Scandinavian Style Scandi design is a strong and flexible trend that can work well in a number of environments. Palettes are muted or washed out but still hold […]

When it comes to designing a space to unwind in, carefree flooring options are your ticket to a relaxing holiday, says Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan 3 low-maintenance flooring options perfect for the bach The promise of long, warm and breezy summer days naturally leads us to want to throw open the doors, kick off […]

Longing for pale timber floors? We ask the experts about the various methods of lightening existing boards and find out if it’s a job you can tackle yourself Whitewashing  With Resene marketing manager Karen Warman Floor type Most solid-wood floors can be whitewashed – it really comes down to the look you are trying to […]

Flooring on your walls? It’s one of the top trends for this year, says interior designer and Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan Wood trends Wood looks great on the floor, but have you tried it on your walls? Laminate-wood wall treatments are giving traditional wallpaper a run for its money. Krono Swiss’ Swiss Giant, an […]

The right flooring can function as a stage, allowing your decor and lifestyle to shine through. We look at the key interior trends to help inspire the right underfoot fit for you All about wood The natural look and feel of wood continues to trend, and this call to nature seems to be here to […]

When it comes to choosing tiles for your home interior, it may be hard knowing where to start. Here are some key guidelines to make things easier 1. Before you start Think about the style of your home. Have a look through magazines and online for images of tiles you like. Try and not go […]

Whether you’re building from scratch or simply updating, make your flooring choices early on to create a solid foundation for your interior style How to choose flooring for your home like an expert Deciding on your flooring early provides a starting point to inspire and develop your design aesthetic and colour palette. The benefits of […]

Choosing flooring for your home may seem like a daunting process as it requires you to strike a delicate balance between practicality, style and personal preference. There is a huge variety of products and materials available on the market, each with its own pros and cons. From concrete to cork, our in-depth flooring guide will […]

Andrew Fennell, aka The General Builder, shares his handy hints to consider before forking out for new flooring Decide where in your home you are installing flooring Certain flooring products are much more suited to particular areas than others. Bathrooms generally have a lot more moisture accumulation. Kitchens are a common area for spillages and […]

Choosing flooring for your home may seem like a daunting process as it requires you to strike a delicate balance between practicality, style and personal preference. There is a huge variety of products and materials available on the market, each with its own pros and cons. Our in-depth flooring guide examines sustainable flooring options to […]

There is a huge variety of products and materials available on the market, each with its own pros and cons. From laminate wood to hard wood, our flooring guide will help steer you in the right direction Laminate/Engineered Wood Laminate is one of the most popular flooring choices around. It is easier to install than […]