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The Future Of Flooring
In the beginning of next year in Hanover, Germany students and artists will explore the world of floor coverings and the largest trade fair DOMOTEX 2018. It will be held from 12th to 15th January hosting numerous exhibitions to showcase the latest trends and technologies in the industry. The title of the event is “Unique Youniverse”, reflecting the growing individualisation in design and strive to explore new avenues. The collaborations of producers and creatives will help businesses gain new and unexplored perspectives. In HALL 9 will...
read moreThe Colour Of 2018 Embraced By Flooring Companies
Earlier this year the Pantone has announced the colour of 2018 which is “Ultra Violet”. And not long after the flooring industry has started to incorporate this by showing Ultraviolet products and accessories. The purple shade is promoted as а synonym to luxury, imagination and creativity. The colour brings notes of originality and grandeur to every premise. Contemporary visionary companies have already developed their own take on the violet and lilac colour and incorporated them in their products. Whether it is just a simple accent...
read moreChristmas Floor Action List
It is less than two week till Christmas - the most joyful time of the year. It is a time of family gatherings, tons of presents and happy feelings. The Flooring Group has made a list of what could potentially be made around the holidays to freshen up the festive mood. Bake a gingerbread house and decorate it with the whole family. You will most probably need to lower the house down on the floor for the kids or other smaller family members can powder it on. Take a time and wrap a present for a favourite teacher. Have a small tea party...
read moreChristmas Flooring Trends
As Christmas is around the corner it is the perfect time to get the home ready for the Holidays. As a customer, you can always count on The Flooring Group to help you choose the correct flooring both technically and aesthetically. Let us start with the choice of the right colour. Darker shades are always trendy and bring natural warmth to any room. Should you settle for this type the hardwood floor is the best option and the most preferred shade is walnut. The wood adds that classy pleasant atmosphere to your home and will always remain...
read morePension Plans and Freedoms
As the year is close to an end it is inevitable to start thinking of the end of work days and life as a pensioner. The Flooring Group has come across some troubling news about people over 50. They could potentially be putting themselves at risk of running low of money. The Retirement Advantage has been claiming in a report that a combination of longer life expectancy and pension freedoms introduced in 2015, creates a potential for the majority of pensioners a deficit in pension income later in life. The new freedoms allow workers that are...
read moreLaminate vs Vinyl Tiles
It is incredibly hard to separate the two types as they are quite similar in appearance. Even though they have so many common features, there are a few distinctive differences that The Flooring Group would like to point out. Source material. The Laminate is normally made of High-Density Fibreboard or HDF - which is wood pieces pressed together in a wood like substance. The Vinyl is made of Polyvinyl Chloride or PVC - an incredibly hardwearing material with longer sustainability. Installation. The Laminate is installed via the...
read moreElectric Underfloor Heating For Laminate
Laminate and vinyl floors are becoming increasingly popular and perform extremely well with underfloor heating (UFH). Thermogroup, which The Flooring Group partners with, recommends the use of the electric type, mainly due to the fact that both floorings are extremely sustainable and compatible. The process of heating involves temperatures of only up to 27 degrees Celsius, which works well with laminate’s characteristics. Cold considered rooms such as annexes and conservatories are extremely difficult to heat up. And installing laminate...
read moreContempo Carpets – Dare To Be Different
Contempo™ Carpets is a contemporary carpet manufacturer that incorporate modern technology to connect eastern and western cultures with style and finesse. The company’s ethos is “Skill, quality and design from the fleece to the floor”. Their vertical supply chain and the top quality raw materials ensure each and every customer receives the best product possible. Contempo™ Carpets have a natural flair for stylish colour shades and unique design that place them as a market leader in the industry. The company is focused on...
read moreUnderfloor Heating Systems
Underfloor heating is a trend growing in popularity nowadays. And The Flooring Group has the privilege to offer customers one of the best products in the market - underfloor heating systems by Thermogroup. Here in this article, we shall list the major advantages of the electric underfloor heating. Energy efficiency - The two major types of underfloor heating provide the same amount of warmth. The normal radiators must be heated up to 75 degrees Celsius, whereas the underfloor can be heated to only 29 degrees to provide the necessary...
read more2017 Rustic Home Design Trends
Winter is the time of year to curl next to the fireplace with a hot chocolate cup and a nice book and just enjoy the moment. It is well known that the warmth of the fire and the cosy feeling of home is influenced by the rustic design of a room anywhere we go. And its style sparks such feelings in almost every homeowner that have opted for it. The vast interpretation of rustic style can be sensed not only in country villas, modern builts and even public places. Rustic style offers a breath of comfort one feels only at home. Rustic...
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