Floors
The latest Floors breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Realhomes
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Concrete flooring — types, costs, and design advice
Find out how to choose concrete flooring in our guide for a modern look and feel. See our expert design advice, installation tips, and more
By Anna K. Cottrell Last updated
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Best types of flooring for your home, 11 materials reviewed
See the types of flooring available for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, or living rooms. From hardwood, stone, and tile, to vinyl, carpet, and more
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Last updated
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6 small entryway floor ideas for fab first impressions
Swoon-worthy small entryway floor ideas from our experts who reveal 6 stylish choices and how to use them in your home for a fab finish
By Eve Smallman Published
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Small bedroom flooring ideas from design experts that will maximize your space
Check out our edit of small bedroom flooring ideas that will make your itty bitty bedroom feel SO much bigger
By Danielle Valente Published
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How to keep a top-floor apartment cool in summer
8 tips and tricks for cooling down your abode and stopping it from getting so hot in the first place
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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How to clean terracotta floor tiles
Find out how to clean terracotta floor tiles and restore them to their former glory. Follow DIY expert Helaine Clare’s step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare Last updated
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Carpet fitting costs in the UK: how much should you pay for a new carpet?
Find out what current carpet fitting costs are and budget correctly for your new carpet
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Garage floor ideas: 9 ways to refresh your hardworking space
Introducing the best garage floor ideas to help you create a durable and fit-for-purpose surface.
By Becks Shepherd Last updated
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Living room flooring ideas – 8 of the best material types to choose from
The best living room flooring will make your space look great, feel cozy and prove easy to care for. From carpet, to tile and more stunning material types.
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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9 inexpensive kitchen flooring options – budget-friendly ideas you can DIY
Explore these kitchen floor ideas on a budget and be inspired by the beautiful finish that can be achieved without spending big bucks on a brand new floor. DIY, cost-effective options that wow.
By Anna Cottrell Published
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7 home gym flooring ideas to suit all tastes
Explore home gym flooring ideas that fit your home decor –and can withstand the heavy wear and tear of a daily workout
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Sunroom flooring ideas – 16 options that are hardwearing and good looking
Our sunroom flooring ideas will show you how to add that finishing touch that’s both practical and stylish. From LVP to hardwood floors and even carpet...
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Bedroom flooring – 7 of the best materials for a stylish sleeping space
All types of bedroom flooring come with different pros and cons. Carpet, LVP, hardwood and even laminate are all popular materials for a stunning and functional sleeping space.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Bathroom flooring ideas – 6 best types that are durable and stylish
The best bathroom flooring ideas will be beautiful and durable. Think LVP, tiles and more to withstand humidity and a heavy footfall.
By Anna Cottrell Published
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5 popular types of carpet – how to choose the best for your home
The best types of carpet for your home come down to style and how they are made. These are the most popular types, plus different fibers and more to help you choose.
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The best vinyl flooring – luxury vinyl plank vs tile and sheet options
Choosing the best vinyl flooring depends on the room you're working with. These are the design, cost and installation differences between LVP, LVT and classic vinyl sheet flooring.
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The best laminate flooring – durable, beautiful options for the home
Finding the best laminate flooring for the kitchen, bathroom or another area in your home is easily done. With more durable, water-resistant and budget-friendly types available.
By Anna Cottrell Published
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14 types of floor tiles – beautiful, hard-wearing and on budget
Attractive, hard-wearing and easy to maintain, the best types of floor tiles will be a beautiful and practical investment.
By Anna Cottrell Published
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5 of the best types of stone flooring for kitchens, bathrooms and more
The best types of stone flooring can suit all homes, adding value and a sophisticated finish to your space. Each material comes complete with different pros, cons and costs.
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The best engineered wood flooring – how to find the most durable types
Knowing what to look for in terms of durability, plank thickness, style and cost is key when picking out the best engineered wood flooring – ideal for all types of home.
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The best types of wooden flooring – hardwood, reclaimed and more
The best types of wooden flooring will be beautiful, hard-wearing and easy to maintain. From solid, to engineered, or even reclaimed wood, there's lots to consider.
By Paula Woods Published
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Vinyl flooring for kitchens – 14 floor ideas we can't believe are vinyl
Affordable and easy to fit, vinyl flooring for kitchens is a great choice. We've got some vinyl kitchen flooring ideas that'll make you do a double take.
By Jenny McFarlane Last updated
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Best flooring for kitchens: how to choose the right material
We look at all the best flooring for kitchens, from vinyl to real stone so you can make the best choice for your space
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Kitchen floor tile ideas – 16 stylish tile designs for kitchen floors
Hunting for great kitchen floor tile ideas? We've rounded up our favorite floor tile inspo for your kitchen overhaul.
By Jenny McFarlane Published
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13 kitchen flooring ideas: Stylish tiles, vinyl and wood floor inspo
Looking for kitchen flooring ideas that are practical, hard-wearing and stylish? We've got stunning tile, vinyl and wood ideas that will floor you.
By Jenny McFarlane Last updated
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4 low-maintenance flooring types for every area of your home
The flooring types that are big on style, small on cleaning – for every room in your house
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Hallway flooring: how to choose the best floor for your hallway space
Hallway flooring needs to be both functional and good-looking. Find out how to choose what will best suit your lifestyle, budget and decorating scheme
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Tile patterns: 15 smart designs to add style to every room
The right tile patterns can add colour and pattern to any space, so we have rounded up of fave looks to get you inspired...
By Karen Darlow Last updated
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How to choose natural flooring
Find out the benefits of buying natural flooring. A sustainable alternative to wood and stone that's practical, long lasting and cost effective
By Anna Cottrell Last updated