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Flooring and bed buying guides
Plain English advice from people who fit floors every day. No jargon, no hard sell.
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LVT vs laminate: which is right for your home?
LVT vs laminate compared: water resistance, warmth, noise, durability and price, with advice on which floor suits each room.
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The best carpet for stairs, and how to make it last
Which carpet is best for stairs? Pile types, fibres, underlay and fitting styles explained by a Kirkham carpet fitter.
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How much does a new carpet cost?
What really decides the cost of a new carpet: the fibre, underlay, fitting, stairs and room shape, plus how to get an accurate quote.
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UK bed and mattress sizes explained
UK bed and mattress sizes in cm, from small single to super king, with tips on choosing the right size for your bedroom.
Read the guideThe best flooring for kitchens
The best kitchen flooring compared: LVT, sheet vinyl, laminate, tiles and wood, with what to avoid and how to choose for your home.
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The best flooring for bathrooms
Which floors work in bathrooms and en suites? LVT, sheet vinyl and tiles compared, why laminate and wood are risky, and how to get the fitting right.
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The best flooring for homes with dogs and cats
Pet friendly flooring explained: why LVT suits dogs, which carpets cope with cats and dogs, what to avoid, and how to keep floors looking good.
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How long does carpet last?
How long a carpet really lasts, what shortens its life, the signs it needs replacing and how to make a new carpet last longer.
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