Flooring care guides

Creating a budget for new flooring has a lot more considerations than you might think! Read our expert insights on building a budget for your dream flooring.

Discover what hard flooring actually means, alongside the various types and their benefits, so you can choose the right one for your home - whatever your need.

From wool to sisal, polypropylene and more, discover the different types of carpet materials available, and their key features, to find the right one for you.

Wondering how to choose a carpet for your home? The Tapi carpet buying guide for UK customers has everything you need to know about this fabulously fluffy flooring.

If you’re wondering what are the benefits of choosing carpet, let us help you to decide if it's the right flooring for your home.

Stair runners aren’t just a stylish accessory for your stairs, they can also be a practical one.

Find out how much it costs to install a stair runner here, including tips on how to measure how much carpet you'll need, and things to consider when fitting.

Looking for a new stair runner? Our guide will let you know everything you need to consider when finding the right stair runner, as well as costs and sizes.

Originally created as a cheaper alternative to real wood, laminate is now one of the most popular flooring types because it’s very durable and easy to fit.

From the room you're installing your floors in, through to the different types, styles and finishes, discover how to choose the right laminate flooring for you.

Our guide will teach you the difference between water resistant and waterproof laminate flooring, and how to keep your flooring in the best condition possible.

What is the expansion gap for, and how can you plan one for your installation? Our expert team answer your questions.

Explore your options as we uncover the features and benefits of Quick-Step laminate flooring, including styles, colours, and which rooms it works best in.

Available in a range of thicknesses and designs, vinyl offers comfort underfoot as well as a bit of personality for your floor!

From the different styles and shades available, to the room you're looking to change your flooring in, discover the right vinyl floors for you.

If cost is the deciding factor for you when it comes to choosing between laminate or vinyl, then you’ll want the nitty-gritty facts.

Picking new flooring for your home should be fun – there are so many gorgeous choices! If you’re struggling to decide between vinyl or carpet, this guide is here to help you make up your mind.

If you’re unsure about the difference between vinyl and lino, this guide will help to clear up any confusion with in-depth information and the benefits of both in your home.

With luxury vinyl tiles (aka LVT), you can have the realistic look and feel of a wooden or stone floor plus all the practical features needed for a busy modern home.

Looking for the perfect LVT flooring, but don't know where to start? Our buying guide can help!

Wondering if Karndean flooring is the right choice for your home? Here's everything you need to know.

Keep your Karndean flooring looking shiny and new, as we run through our cleaning tips and hacks.

Find out the pros and cons as we explore different Karndean flooring thicknesses.

Not sure whether to choose laminate or LVT flooring? From the room you're redecorating, to budget and needs, discover everything you need to consider.

Are you struggling to choose between engineered wood and laminate? We don’t blame you; they’re both amazing options for pretty much every space in the house!

Timeless and hardwearing, engineered wood is the image of natural luxury. Explore the different types of engineered wood flooring with our guide.

'Wood' you like to know how to choose the right engineered wood flooring? We can help!

Engineered wood thickness is more than just a technical detail – it affects how well your flooring handles everyday life.

Can't decide between solid wood or engineered wood flooring for your home? Discover the features and benefits of each, and which rooms they work best in.

In this guide, we’ll look at the pros and cons of engineered wood vs LVT, and compare key features to help you decide which one is better suited to your home.

Find out everything you need to know about oiled vs lacquered wood flooring with our helpful guide.

Imagine stepping out of bed and sinking your toes into the softest, deepest, and most luxurious carpet – that’s a saxony carpet.

Practical, firm and family-friendly, a cut pile twist carpet is a good all-rounder. It works hard – but it plays hard, too!

Combining time-honoured manufacturing techniques with hard-wearing materials and striking patterns, a woven carpet is the traditionalist’s choice.

If your home is busier than rush hour at Piccadilly Circus, then say hello to the firm, durable and versatile loop pile carpet.

For unrivalled luxury, a smooth finish and decadent comfort underfoot, the only choice is a velvet carpet.

The luxurious feel of a natural fibre carpet – without the price tag! Polypropylene carpets are a popular choice for modern and traditional interiors alike thanks to their stylish looks and easy-to-clean practicality.

Today wool carpets remain a classic interior design feature for a reason – they suit both modern and traditional homes alike!

Thinking about getting a new carpet and considering sisal? Check out our guide to ‘what is sisal carpet’ for everything you need to know.

Are you wondering what the differences are between jute, sisal, and seagrass? Find out everything you need to know about these organic materials in our new guide.

Expert advice on making the change to more sustainable flooring in your home without compromising on style.

Discover our top tips when making the choice between carpet and laminate flooring.

Our furry friends are part of the family, so any flooring choices you make have to include their needs too.

Whether you have indoor or outdoor cats, keeping your carpets in good condition with those claws around can be tricky! Check out our top tips and tricks to keep your carpets looking fresh and clean.

Is your pesky pup always clawing at your carpets? In this guide, we explore why dogs scratch the carpet and how to stop them if it's becoming a problem.

Sick and tired of finding pesky pet hair every time you go to clean your flooring? Check out our top tips for getting it out of your carpet easily every time.

Ensure your floors remain pristine during furniture moves with our expert tips to safeguard your surfaces from scratches and damage.

If your carpet is looking a little worse for wear, there are plenty of small fixes you can do yourself. Learn how to repair carpet and patch up damage.

Discover effective tips to remove burns from your carpet with Tapi’s comprehensive guide. Say goodbye to unsightly marks effortlessly!

Accidents happen, so you can learn how to treat carpet burns on your skin effectively with our latest guide.

Don't panic over tough spots! Discover the best step-by-step techniques on how to remove stains from your carpet, from fresh spills to dried-in marks.

Are you looking for a cleaning solution for your carpet that fits your budget and carpet type? Check out our guide to carpet cleaners to find the right cleaner for you.

Learn how a little TLC can help keep your brand-new carpet looking as good as new for years.

Cleaning laminate flooring can be a bit of a daunting task, especially when you’re unsure how to do it! Read our laminate floor care guide for helpful tips.

Our experts share their advice for your engineered wood flooring care and maintenance.

Cleaning vinyl flooring can be a daunting task when you don’t know what to do – read our guide to caring for vinyl flooring for all our insider tips and tricks!

Have you recently purchased some luxury vinyl tile flooring for your home? Then you’ll want to know how to care for it properly to keep it in tip-top-Tapi condition.

If you want to know more about underlay and the different types of underlay you could choose from, this guide will help answer all your questions.

Are you hunting for the perfect underlay to go with your brand-new carpet and you’re not sure where to start? Our guide to finding the best carpet underlay takes you through all the different types of underlays you could choose between.

Find out the different ways you can reduce heat loss through your flooring this winter with our tips and tricks.

Keep your home looking fresh and polished with our thorough guide on cleaning skirting boards, ensuring every corner sparkles with cleanliness.

Flooring underlay helps to keep your floor level, provides comfort and warmth, reduces noise, and generally prolongs the life of your flooring.

Looking for the right underlay for your vinyl or luxury vinyl flooring? Many options include built-in underlay, saving you time and money.

Find out more about underfloor heating, why it’s such a great way to keep your home cosy, and which flooring it works best with.

We’ll take you through the different ways in which your carpet pile can be flattened, and then how to lift a carpet to make it look good as new.

Keep your rug looking fresh and new with our comprehensive guide on how to clean a rug. Learn how to wash, deep clean, and remove stains from your rug.

We’ve come up with some of the ways you can get creases out of rugs and how to flatten a rug that’s been rolled or folded when it was delivered to you.

Did you know that in addition to comfort and a stylish finish, a carpet can also help with soundproofing your space?

Here’s the inside scoop on which flooring finishes work best on different flooring types, what the different types of flooring finishes are, and which one will be best for you.

Want to know how to add value to your home? Our guide will give you the top tips on how to increase the value of your home, from the simple to the serious!

If you’ve been the victim of flood damage, we really feel for you. It’s devastating and as a family-run company, Tapi is here to help in any way we can.