Home Design

gorgeous FLOORING

Flooring is one of the most important elements in your home. The colours, textures and feel of the floor will impact the mood and personality of a room, whether that’s intimate and cosy, vibrant and evocative, or low key and sombre.

Flooring is tactile; unlike some other elements, you connect with it because you touch it every time you enter a room. Flooring also makes a statement in design but there are other factors to consider, such as ongoing maintenance and associated costs, durability, wear and texture. Some flooring can also be quieter than others; kids and pets can create noise, and some flooring is better at absorbing sound.

STYLE FILE — COLOUR ME HAPPY

Then of course there’s the look of the flooring and how it complements the rest of your home. So how important is flooring in matching your decor and setting the scene for comfort? We put the question to Carlene Duffy from The Block, and styling consultancy service Cedar & Suede.

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