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10 living room flooring ideas that are stylish, practical and will stand the test of time
By Amy Reeves Last updated
Our favourite living room flooring ideas showcase how practical materials can be both cosy and stylish

Is your your wooden flooring lifting, carpet looking a little threadbare or your LVT fading fast? These 7 things could be damaging your floors
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Experts explain how to spot, prevent and fix flooring damage to keep your floors in pristine condition for longer

Take your home from boring to bold – 10 patterned flooring ideas that make a statement in the best way
By Megan Milstead Published
From striking staircases to space-enhancing tiles, these patterned flooring ideas are a feature in their own right, adding character and warmth to your home

Sustainable, replaceable and quick to install – could this be a smart flooring choice for busy family homes?
By Megan Milstead Published
Wondering whether magnetic flooring is a worthwhile investment? We round up the pros, cons and everything else you need to know

Experts rate the best flooring for home gyms – and reveal what to steer clear of
By Gabriella Dyson Published
Choosing the right floor for a home gym is about more than looks. We asked the experts which materials perform best under pressure, and which to avoid

Why I'm set on terrazzo flooring for my renovation — practical, eye-catching and with a nod to the past, it has so much going for it
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Terrazzo flooring has been on my moodboard for a while so I asked experts to explain the types, pros, cons and costs to help me avoid any purchasing mistakes

I'm thinking about swapping carpet for wooden flooring in our bedrooms – but is it a terrible idea?
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Does using wooden flooring upstairs mean downstairs will become unbearably noisy, or are there ways of reducing the sound?

Fed up with pet hair and allergies at home? This vacuum cleaner tackles both with ease – and stays tangle-fee
By Megan Milstead Published
I tested the Henry Allergy for a year – here's why it's the best vacuum cleaner for anyone with allergies, pets or lots of hair

I wish I'd owned this discounted Beldray All-in-One Floor Cleaner 10 years ago – my floors would have thanked me
By Sarah Harley Published
It may not perfectly suit my life right now, but using this floor cleaner has made me realise just how much value it could add to a busy family home

How I pulled up my old vinyl kitchen floor planks and replaced them, plus the secret weapons I use to ensure a professional result
By Steve Jenkins Published
Replacing your old flooring with new self-adhesive vinyl planks is a quick, cost-effective and DIY-friendly update. Find out how to do it and the tools you'll need
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