Beautiful Ways To Keep Carpet Looking Like New For Longer – Flooring Fx

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Whether you are a home owner, DIY renovator, or an owner-builder, we are here to make choosing your floor an enjoyable experience - easily, affordably and all in the one place.

Flooring FX

Our international buying power gives us access to better deals so we can pass the discount onto you, while our national distribution network means we have a truly national footprint.

We have access to thousands of square meters of flooring including, Australian species, European oak, waterproof hybrid and laminate flooring along with the accessories, trims, underlays and glues you need to get the job done.

 

No shoes!

We know, it can be tricky to remember to remove your shoes every-time you run in and out of the house, particularly if you have kids or multiple doors leading outside. This is crucial though in increasing the longevity of your carpets. Dirt, grit and other nasties will inevitably get trapped on shoes which then transfer to the indoor flooring. Scratching hard floors and trapping dirt into carpet- shoes are really bad news. Pop a basket or rack near the main door of the house to prompt removal. Add floor and door mats and entry points and ensure there’s somewhere to sit and remove shoes for guests too (this could be a chair, an ottoman or even a nice timber stool in space-conscious entryways.

 

Prompt removal of spills and stains

Stuff happens and life will see us or our family or guests spilling something on our carpets. There’s only so much preventative care here so the most practical way to address it is to take action quickly. The more quickly we act when it comes to spills, smudges and accidents on carpet the better the result. For more information on how to clean up spills on carpet, see our guide here.

Regular cleaning

Our lives are busy, and cleaning can feel like such a relentless chore! However, it really does help keep our carpet looking lovely for longer. Regular vacuuming ensures dirt and grit trapped in the fibers are lifted before it starts to look like a permanent stain. Your carpet will love you for its weekly vacuum and yearly (or thereabouts) professional clean by a reputable company.

 

Pets and paws

Furry friends are so loved and a big part of life in Australia. Many cats and dogs spend lots of time indoors so our flooring can be at risk of scratching and claw damage. There are carpets and hard flooring's that are better suited to paws and claws but if you already have carpet that you love you will just have to keep an eye on them. Keep claws trimmed (safely) and clean up fur, accidents and dirt promptly. Our carpet and pet guide can also be found here if you are a pet owner looking for new carpet.

 

Ensure a quality underlay is used

Underlay is definitely the less sexy part of choosing new flooring! While we don’t see what’s under our carpet each day, a quality underlay will prolong the life of your carpet by working hard to reduce wear. It also makes the carpet feel softer to walk across and can help with sound absorption. Flooring Fx use dunolp envirotred which is not only a quality product but also one that is sustainable, being made from 90% recycled material and 100% recyclable. You can learn more about that here.

Carpet

Flooring fx stocks a range of products from luxurious Hycraft wool carpets to family friendly solution dyed nylon, innovative eco+ triexta. We have the best range of carpet and flooring to suit every home, budget and lifestyle from hard-wearing and stain-resistant for a busy family with children or a soft underfoot, luxurious woollen carpet for a quiet retreat area.

               

Timber

Our timber brings you sustainable, sophisticated, and simply beautiful floors but taking care of them to preserve their magnificent finish and quality presence is a must. Our reputable and ever-expanding product range includes high-grade European, American and Australia wood so you will enjoy the enduring beauty of your flooring for years to come.

 

Laminate

Laminate flooring provides the look and feel of real timber for a fraction of the price. It offers a unique layered solution for different rooms in your home or business.

 

Hybrid

The latest innovation in flooring, combining the rigidness of vinyl with the durability of laminate, hybrid flooring gives the best of both worlds.

Hybrid flooring is made of a decorative, textured print layer that is sandwiched between a protective top coating and a rigid, waterproof core board. Many models of hybrid flooring also include a pre-attached bottom acoustic layer, which reduces noise-transmission and eliminates the need to install extra underlayment.

 

Vinyl

Vinyl is a great choice for the rooms in your house that get the most foot traffic, most vinyl flooring has a wear layer on its surface that resists scratches and stains meaning it is very durable.

Our one-stop site is full of handy tips and design inspiration but head to see our full range of products please visit us in store and we can help find a solution to your flooring needs.