Flooring Tips, Advice & News

Did you know that slips and trips are the biggest cause of accidents in the workplace in the UK? According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) they cost UK businesses as much as £500 million each year and because of this they advise businesses to follow strict guidelines to prevent and cut down on the number of incidents Slips, trips and falls can cause a whole range of injuries to employees From broken bones and whiplash to serious long-term injuries In the short term your employees may have to take days off work for treatment and recovery, however more serious injuries could lead to them taking multiple-sick days or even having to leave their job entirely Not to mention that if you are found to be at fault for the accident and to have failed in your duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) that you could also face legal and financial consequences

DIY doesn’t come naturally to everyone Despite this fact, we often let our pride get the best of us and try to complete jobs that should in all honesty be left to the experts While you might get away with fixing a leaky tap or adding a lick of paint to a wall, some jobs, like installing flooring, should always be left to professionals One of the first reasons that you should have a professional install your flooring is simply that it will look much better Installation experts know how to measure up and install even the trickiest of floors, making sure that everything is tuned to precision

The new year brings with it a fresh perspective and the chance to set new goals For many people, one of the key things that they set out to do is to update or renovate their home While the Christmas period isn’t exactly the best time to start carrying out changes, it is a good time to start thinking about what you might want to do and start jotting down some ideas Here are a few ways that you can hit the refresh button on your home if it’s looking tired and dull 1 - Create a focal point in each roomWhether through furniture, a stunning feature like a bay window or fireplace, or through a piece of art – an interesting focal point can really improve a room

Soft, comfortable and warm under the foot - carpet is one of the most popular options when it comes to domestic flooring While hardwood flooring gets a fair amount of attention too, carpet retains its reputation for comfort, style and durability It’s also available in a variety of colours, patterns and textures and can match varying budgets so there are lots of options available to you to choose from In terms of the way your carpet looks, rather than the way it feels, one of the key decisions that you will need to make is about the colour, provided that you have chosen a plain colour carpet over a striped carpet or a patterned carpet that is Here we will offer some words of advice when it comes to making a decision

Here at Lincolnshire Flooring we proudly offer laminate flooring to our customers as one of the very best options for many of the rooms in the home If you’re looking for flooring that looks and acts like wood but is more resistance to scratches and requires less maintenance than wood flooring, then laminate is a great option for you Laminate flooring is quite versatile and often is chosen for bathrooms and kitchens – particularly open plan kitchen areas where a modern but rustic feel is required However, in bathrooms and kitchens there is always the potential for spillage, and water is laminate’s Achilles Heel Whether it’s a glass of red wine, a pot of coffee or a bucket of water, even small spills of water can cause damage if they aren’t dealt with appropriately

Smart phones come in handy in almost every aspect of our lives these days and home decoration is no exception Here we list five of our favourite apps that can help you to spruce up your home PinterestPinterest is used by millions of people to find inspiration From fashion and food to clever interior design ideas, it’s a great source of unique and interesting ideas If you struggle to visualise what colours and textures may work well together, Pinterest is a good place to start