How Carpet is constructed
It is important to understand the two main methods of carpet construction as it is a large financial outlay for the client and they will have endless questions on why one costs more than another? Why one has a looser look, firmer feel, multicolored etc?
Today most carpets are produced by the tufting method of manufacture. It consists of hundreds of needles, which thread the yarn through the backing (jute or polypropylene), which forms loops or tufts to the required length.
The option then depending on the type of …

Types of Natural Stone Flooring
Slate

Slate is another form of metamorphic rock that consists of silica alumina and iron oxide.

It is easily split into layers that provide a rugged rustic look.

It has good abrasion resistance and high durability if it has been correctly cut.

It is impervious to water, cold hard and noisy under foot and can be slippery.

A non-slip variety is available.

It is difficult to lay as the product is quite brittle and heavy.

It is usually laid into a bed of cement over concrete.

Limestone and …

Types of Semi Hard Flooring
Linoleum
Linoleum is made up from natural ingredients, linseed oil, ground cork, resin, fillers and pigments. These are baked slowly at high temperatures and pressed onto a jute or Hessian backing.
It is a misunderstood product as in its early form it was thin and brittle but with new production methods and design development it is fast becoming a popular flexible flooring choice. It is available in numerous color combinations and can be plain, patterned or in a marbleized look.
It is warm and quiet underfoot. It requires sealing …

Types of Hard Flooring
Cement Resin
This comprises of cement polyester resin and an aggregate (crushed stone or sand). It can be laid over concrete or a timber base. It provides a hardwearing non-slip surface, which has a slight texture.
Terrazzo
This is a composite material made up of cement and marble aggregate, it is then mixed and poured in situ onto a concrete base. It is then ground waxed and polished. It has a mosaic look. It can also be premade and is available in slabs or tiles. It is very hard wearing, …

Different Types of Timber Flooring:
1. Timber Blocks
These are usually made of a hardwood species laid on a screed of concrete. They are laid in a herringbone or brick bond and basket pattern. They require a dry and stable atmosphere. The blocks are jointed with tongue and grove edges and fixed with an adhesive.
2. Floor Boards
These make up part of the construction of some houses; timber tongue and groove floorboards are fixed with nails to the floor joists. With the increased use of concrete substrate floors, a timber floorboard finish can …