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Underlay – the best way to avoid carpet nightmares

Thanks to today’s technology, carpet is now a durable choice for flooring - but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect. Issues can and often do still rear their ugly head. So to help prevent any nightmare scenarios this Halloween, here we take a look at some of the most common (and frightening!) carpet problems and how to avoid them.  

Is underfloor heating worth it?

Underfloor heating is a high-spec feature that adds a true touch of luxury to the home. But the reality is, it can be a messy, difficult and expensive thing to install. So the question is, is it worth the initial outlay and upheaval? Could it really save you money in the long run? Or are you best sticking to your old faithful radiators?

What is a floating floor?

Floating floors have become increasingly popular over the last decade, and can now be found in most UK households – yet they’re still incredibly misunderstood. From learning exactly what is a floating floor to which flooring options you can technically ‘float’, here our in-house experts attempt to clear things up.

Buy British at Carpet Underlay Shop

Did you know, October 3^rd is ‘Buy British Day’? Here at Carpet Underlay Shop, we’re incredibly proud to be based in Blighty. At our warehouse in West Yorkshire, we stock over 80 underlays – and the top three carpet underlays that we usually recommend are manufactured here, in Great Britannia. Read on to find out more.

How to stop laminate floor from creaking

Creaky laminate flooring can be incredibly frustrating. You’ve spent a lot of time and effort to ensure your new flooring looks and feels as good as possible. But – whilst creaking isn’t usually a sign of any serious damage – clearly, something isn’t right. That something is usually a lack of adequate laminate underlay. Find out more!

Which is the best flooring for a bathroom?

Whilst fully waterproof flooring is only technically required for a wet room, the bathroom is always the dampest part of the home. To avoid any issues, it’s best to steer clear of anything that could potentially be damaged by water, and stick to flooring options that offer water-resistance. Here are our top recommendations.