Embarking on a journey to select new flooring can often be an overwhelming task, filled with uncertainty and indecision. Understanding this challenge, Wood and Beyond introduces the Room Visualiser – a cutting-edge, user-friendly tool designed to eliminate the guesswork and bring your flooring visions to fruition. With just a few clicks, our Room Visualiser allows…
In 2024, the quest for the perfect laminate flooring continues to dominate interior design trends. Homeowners and commercial spaces alike seek flooring that combines aesthetics with functionality. Laminate flooring, known for its durability and versatile designs, remains a popular choice. In this article, we delve into the top five laminate flooring options, showcasing their unique…
Laminate flooring is an incredibly popular hard flooring option, often surpassing wood and vinyl, thanks largely to its favourable price tag. Like any type of flooring, laminate isn’t perfect, and you will do well to understand its common and not so common problems to ensure you are making the right decision over its counterparts. Common…
From time to time, prospective clients enquire how they can identify the type of flooring they currently possess. This information is crucial if you’ve moved into a property and wish to ensure the appropriate cleaning regime is followed, or if you are planning to refloor another area and aim to maintain consistency. Additionally, it’s important…
Flooring purchases are seldom made without firsthand experience by buyers. This often involves a visit to a showroom, or more frequently, obtaining a sample. Wood and Beyond stands in line with other top flooring retailers, providing complimentary samples across its selection of Engineered, Luxury Vinyl, and Laminate flooring. It’s advantageous for buyers to maximise the…
If you’re considering installing new flooring on your own, you’ll find an abundance of installation guides available. Even here on the Wood and Beyond blog, we’ve explored everything from wood to laminate installations and everything in between. Having sold and installed flooring for well over 15 years, we thought it pertinent to share some of…
When considering the installation of new flooring in your open-plan area, there are several critical factors to bear in mind. The most apparent considerations include durability, comfort, design consistency, and, undeniably, aesthetics. However, many homeowners, perhaps inadvertently, overlook crucial elements such as tone, board size, finish, and texture. At Wood and Beyond, with over 15…
Choosing the right flooring for wheelchair users is crucial, as it needs to satisfy specific requirements to facilitate ease of use and ensure longevity. The weight of wheelchairs can vary significantly, from as light as 5kg for more lightweight models to upwards of 30kg for motorised versions. Therefore, the selected flooring must be capable of…
If you’re contemplating re-flooring your home, it’s wise to blend your personal taste with the latest trends. After all, the potential impact on your home’s residual value is often a consideration for most homeowners. At Wood and Beyond, we’re well-versed in trends, having supplied flooring to homeowners and interior designers for over 15 years, both…
For those in search of a flooring solution that exudes aesthetic appeal, timelessness, versatility, and perceived value, few options rival herringbone flooring. The distinctive allure of herringbone flooring lies in its unique V-shaped pattern, a blend of aesthetic charm, historical significance, and practical benefits. If you’re considering herringbone flooring in 2024, here are our top…
In recent years, the UK has seen a remarkable shift towards more innovative and energy-efficient home heating solutions, with underfloor heating (UFH) leading the charge. Once considered a luxury, UFH has become a coveted feature in new builds and renovations alike. Statistics reveal a persuasive trend: the adoption of underfloor heating has surged, with the…
The days of wood flooring being limited to a single type are well and truly over. As of 2024, there are more choices than ever, thanks to advances in technology and increasing environmental concerns. Your choice now spans from real wood flooring to wood-look alternatives. Here are the main types of wood flooring set to…