Is it time to buy new carpet underlay?

So, you’ve just bought new luxury flooring for your home. When it comes to installation, you pull back the old carpet and see the carpet underlay that lies beneath. Does that need replacing too? Find out more in our latest blog.

Dec 17, 2019
Carl Smith

How much should carpet underlay cost?

Just paid for a luxurious new carpet? Or bought high-quality wood flooring for your home? Underlay may seem like an unnecessary extra. After all, the last thing you want right now is more expense. But it’s important to consider the benefits this ‘extra’ can provide. It’s an essential long-term investment and, as long as you shop wisely, the cost of carpet underlay shouldn’t break the bank.

Dec 02, 2019
Carl Smith

Thermal underlay – can it improve the efficiency of your home?

As we head into the winter months and the days get colder, we start to rely more and more on central heating – which, of course, is bad news for the bank balance! But did you know? One of the easiest ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home is to invest in thermal carpet underlay.

Nov 25, 2019
Carl Smith

How to fit carpet gripper

So, you’ve chosen to do-it-yourself and install your own carpet? That’s great! But do you know how to fit carpet grippers? These long pieces of plywood may not seem very important, but to create a smooth, professional finish, they’re an absolute essential. Here we offer a step-by-step guide on how to lay them correctly, hopefully keeping mistakes (and frustration levels!) to a minimum.

Oct 14, 2019
Carl Smith

Underfloor heating underlay: make your home warmer for the winter

Autumn is officially here. With the nights gradually drawing in and the weather getting colder, it’s time to make your home cosy – and one increasingly popular option is to install underfloor heating. Said to be 20% more efficient than a standard central heating system, it's a practical and luxurious option. But for it to work effectively, it needs to be installed with suitable underfloor heating underlay

Oct 09, 2019
Carl Smith

The top 3 wood floor underlays

Type ‘wood floor underlay’ into a search engine and, we guarantee, you’ll be bombarded with thousands of results. There are so many different products to choose from. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choice and most people are left wondering – which underlay should I buy? Here we share our top 3 recommendations.