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Which is the best shockpad underlay for artificial grass?
It’s just as important to install underlay with artificial grass, as it is with carpet. Adding that extra layer – between the fake turf and the subfloor – can provide a wide range of benefits and will significantly enhance its overall look and feel. The question is: which should you buy?
- Carl Smith

Get your garden summer-ready with artificial grass
Summer is finally just a stone’s throw away and there’s never been a better time to update and improve your garden. One increasingly popular option is to install artificial turf. Here at Carpet Underlay Shop, we’re a leading UK stockist of both artificial grass and artificial grass underlay. So, why not check out our recommendations below and get started on your project?- Carl Smith

A beginner’s guide to flooring installation
Lockdown turned you into a DIY-enthusiast? It’s not surprising. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, people are spending more time than ever at home and looking for new ways to while away the hours. If your house is in need of a little update, there’s never been a better opportunity to get it done. So, why not have a go at laying a new floor?
- Carl Smith

What is the difference between XPS and fibreboard underlay?
Not sure whether to buy XPS foam or fibreboard underlay? You’re not alone. These two products share so many similarities. Laid beneath either wood or laminate, they’re both designed to level out the subfloor and offer many of the same properties (e.g. effective thermal insulation, sound absorption). So, how do you know which is the right one for your project? Find out more.
- Carl Smith

What is fibreboard made from?
Fibreboard is a very popular type of underlay. Laid beneath either wooden or laminate flooring, it is commonly used in a domestic setting for hallways, stairways, living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms and more. But what exactly is it made from and what benefits does it have to offer?
- Carl Smith

Linoleum vs vinyl – which is better?
Linoleum (lino) and vinyl are often confused as the same thing. Yes, they may share many similarities – but they are, in fact, two completely separate products, with different advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, when it comes to choosing the best flooring for your project, it’s important to do your research thoroughly and choose the right one for you.
- Carl Smith