The soaring price of energy means that increasing numbers of people are now looking at underfloor heating as an alternative to a more conventional system. Xylo Flooring, who supply high-quality wooden, laminate and vinyl flooring to the retail trade, builders and interior designers, look at some of the reasons why. It'll Save Money – in the Long Run An underfloor heating (UFH) system won't save the homeowner much money in…

Christmas is a busy time of year for families and floors. Assuming get-togethers are allowed this year, homes across the UK will be experiencing a much bigger footfall than usual, with friends and relatives coming round to celebrate the festive season and see in the New Year. Prevention is better than a cure, so here are Xylo Flooring's top tips for ensuring that any quality wooden flooring (including the engineered…

Two of the more unusual wooden flooring styles that don’t use the usual rectangular planks are herringbone and chevron. Here Xylo Flooring, who supply quality oak flooring to developers, interior designers and the retail trade, look at the subtle but important differences between the two, what the overall effects of both are, and how we offer a choice of both styles. What's The Difference? Both chevrons and herringbone have zig…

One of the biggest challenges everyone faces in the hot summer months is keeping cool. Often it’s too hot to go outdoors, but staying indoors can seem uncomfortable as well. Fortunately, there are a few tricks of the trade that you can use to ensure that the heat isn’t so unbearable, even when it gets to 80C or higher. Here are some top cooling tips from Xylo Flooring, who supply…

Laminate is one of the most stylish and durable of all floor coverings - but a little love and affection will ensure that it will stay looking beautiful for years to come. Xylo Flooring are one of the leading UK suppliers of laminate flooring to developers, restaurants and the retail trade. Here are our four top tips to keep your laminate looking good. Fitting Furniture Pads Sometimes large items of…

Whether we are talking about a living room, bedroom, office, or dining room, a good rug can add a lot of personality to any indoor space. They also help to protect the floor from scratches and scrapes from furniture. Xylo Flooring supply quality vinyl, laminate and engineered wooden flooring for professional interior designers and the retail sector. Here we identify some key factors to consider before purchasing a rug if…

Although much easier and simpler to clean than carpets, laminate flooring still requires regular care and maintenance in order for it to stay in top condition. Here Xylo Flooring, who also supply engineered wooden and vinyl flooring to the retail and building trade across the UK, provide the some helpful tips to keep your laminate looking good for years to come. Put a Mat Down They say prevention is better…

Before lockdown, the average office commute took an hour out of a UK worker's typical day. Now, with millions of us working from home, that journey to the study or dining room table takes just a matter of seconds. But how has it affected home décor trends? Here Xylo Flooring, suppliers of quality wooden, vinyl and laminate flooring to retailers and developers across the UK, identify five key shifts in…

One of the fastest-growing trends of the past 12 months has been cottagecore. What originally started out as an internet post in 2018 has now grown into a worldwide movement, which is now being reflected in home-style choices in the UK and all across the world. Here Xylo Flooring, who provide high-quality laminate and vinyl flooring to developers and the retail trade, look at how it all started, its key…

2020 brought a whole new focus on how our homes are designed and decorated, all because so many of us were spending more time at home. But what about the next 12 months? Here Xylo Flooring, who supply high-quality vinyl, laminate and engineered wooden flooring to developers, builders and the retail sector, gaze into the crystal ball to predict the trends that are likely to prove popular in 2021. De-Luxe…