Home&Lifestyle Autumn 2017 WEB

Peace of Mind C olour aside, it’s stressful enough doing a renovation or a new build without worrying if your new floor is going to work. You would never consider buying a sports car if you needed a family car and it’s the same with different types of floor covering. Sure we all like the idea of high- gloss rich-timber look, but the reality is you might not actually live in a show room. Start by asking yourself who is responsible for keeping the floor clean? The higher the gloss the easier it will be to see scratches and dust, so the more often you will need to run a dust mop over the floor. If you have less time to worry about keeping the floors dust free then consider a matt finish or even a quality laminate which is far more resistant to scratching than a varnish. Part of reducing the scratches to your new floor is keeping it grit free. Dust and then damp mop with a PH neutral detergent if it needs it. Each type of floor has its own pros and cons. Try the following check list to determine the right floor for your project: 1. Do you live near the beach, have children that bring sand in on their feet or have a medium or large dog in the house? (consider laminate) 2. Are you on a tight budget, renovating to sell or renting the place? (consider laminate) 3. Do you want a gloss finish? (Consider Bamboo or Timber) By Guy Thornycroft

Come into the shop to feel and explore the different options available. You may be surprised by the technology of modern floors. Borrow samples to check the colour is right in the lighting of your property. Note that brochures and the internet do not give accurate colour representation. Proflooring is here to make this part of your project easier – 258 West Street, Umina Beach Ph:43426666

4. Do you have environmental concerns? (Consider Bamboo or Cork) 5. Do you prefer lots of features, knots and swirls? (Consider Timber or Laminate) 6. Is sound a major consideration? (Consider Cork or acoustic underlay) 7. Is it a big open area to cover? (Wide planks such as Oak will work well) 8. Do you want the floor to make a statement? (Consider traditional hard wood timber)

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