It is a known fact that people like to buy into current trends and although the current trend is for consumers to couple on-trend items with their own interpretation, this can be risky when buying something like flooring. This is completely different to simply buying décor and lighting due to the fact that if the […]
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When it comes to flooring in the workspace, choosing it incorrectly can end up in disastrous results and even create a lack of productivity. There is a huge focus on the work environment at the moment as companies realise that the new workforce has a completely different way of working. The days of isolated offices […]
As I am about to launch the latest design trend report for 2018 / 1019 “Futuresplash”, I cannot give too much away but what I can say is that it is the age of individualism, being bold and not following rules. People no longer want to be categorized in boxes and along with this are […]
Choosing a new carpet for your home can be a very difficult and somewhat daunting process. This is partly due to the fact that there are so many different types, colours and styles. Understanding what is right for which area is another complex issue. Not understanding the nature of carpets makes the consumer dependent on […]
What is an allergy? An allergy is a response by the body’s immune system to something that is called an allergen. Some people are more sensitive to these allergens and react when exposed to them. It is important to note that not all reactions are harmful to a person, and only in some extreme cases […]
If you have entered any contemporary interior over the past few years you would have most likely noticed the transformation away from curtains and traditional window treatments. For years it was seen as a luxury to have flowing curtains and padded creative pelmets accompanied by elaborate tie backs and fancy finials. Those days have however […]
There are many trends emerging in the flooring industry at the moment and many of them involve the actual materials from which the flooring is constructed. Many of these technological developments are happening in the vinyl and LVT (Luxury vinyl tiles) market. New laminate flooring has a feel of the real products and actually feels […]
Whether it is subconsciously or not, colour will always influence your mood, emotions and how others feel in your space. Notice how green reminds you of nature, the blue of the ocean or winter, and red of fast food restaurants or heat. Well, that is because the colour does in fact influence you, whether you […]
There are so many factors to consider when designing a space that often the flooring is left till last, instead of rather being part of the initial thought process right from inception of concept drawings and sketches. Flooring is one of the most important elements in any building and influences so many factors that will […]
The last few years has been anything but boring for the flooring industry and it seems that this momentum will continue with a flurry of new products being released across all the various applications. Throw back to a little past three years ago and most floor coverings comprised of different shades of beiges, creams and […]