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It’s been months of hard work, but the time has finally come. We can now say we’re finished! You could say we designed the house from the pool out… The pool concrete was the first thing to be poured, so we’ve certainly been eagerly anticipating this day! Outdoor living and entertaining is so important to […]
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Relocating to Oxford after 15 years in Japan and Hong Kong, the owners of this Victorian house put together a team of experts to create a mostly open-plan layout full of intriguing design details to capture the imagination
Below is a shot I took last week with my phone while I was staring at my flooring for the flip house having just finished a run. Instead of tile, I chose to ...
Don't think that wood cabinets are your only option.
Hello! I feel like I've really been mixing up the styles (and locations) this week with home tours in Sweden and Australia and even some festive AW15 ideas. It's been fun - I hope it's felt inspiring
Designed with a highly realistic wood effect pattern, a textured surface and authentic 4-sided V-grooves, the Peterson Oak laminate floor from the Villa collection looks just as gorgeous as a solid oak floor but comes with all the advantages of laminate.A joy to clean and to maintain thanks to the anti-bacterial coating, the planks will maintain their ‘newly installed’ appearance for many years to come. Measuring 188mm in width and 12mm in thickness, the floor can be quickly installed in rooms of any size. Thanks to the AC5 rating, the planks will suit both modern homes and commercial spaces with heavy foot traffic, providing a wide range of property makeover possibilities. To complete your purchase and ensure the perfect feel underfoot, We recommend using a 1-3mm underlay. Using this underlay will provide your amazing new laminate flooring with protection from your subfloor and remove any minor deviations it has, whilst also delivering excellent acoustical performance. Head over to our Underlay page found in our Accessories menu to find the perfect one for you!
A beautiful addition to the Kronotex Farmhouse range, the Dark Oak Laminate Flooring brings the fascinating features of organic wood to life with a realistic embossed texture that perfectly recreates the natural material. The light brown colour tone and darker accents will complement any decor and colour palettes, adding a touch of rustic warmth to modern interiors. Made with an 8mm thickness, the floor is a great choice for busier rooms like kitchens and living rooms. The surface boasts an anti-bacterial coating and a matte finish, expertly blending style and function in a beautiful design that will look at home in a traditional or modern decor in equal measure. To complete your purchase and ensure the perfect feel underfoot, We recommend using a 1-3mm underlay. Using this underlay will provide your amazing new laminate flooring with protection from your subfloor and remove any minor deviations it has, whilst also delivering excellent acoustical performance. Head over to our Underlay page found in our Accessories menu to find the perfect one for you!
Luxury comes in all shapes and sizes with our fantastic selection of engineered wood flooring, and our Bordeaux Antique Oak Versailles tile is certainly a choice that stands out. Boasting beautiful chocolate coloured panels in a breath taking and unique, parquet design, this wood flooring is certain to make a statement in your home. . The lacquered finish of this flooring provides an extra bit of vibrance whilst offering added protection to the already outstanding features. Don't forget to check out our accessories page and add those finishing touches to complete your perfect flooring! We recommend oiling this product to ensure your wood flooring continues to perform at its optimum level. For information on when to re-oil and further advice on the best oil choice for the desired look you’re going for, please contact our specialist sales advisors who are always happy to help!
Below is a shot I took last week with my phone while I was staring at my flooring for the flip house having just finished a run. Instead of tile, I chose to ...
Learn how Serena used our Halesworth kitchen collection to create a child-friendly cooking space.
Luxury comes in all shapes and sizes with our fantastic selection of engineered wood flooring, and our Bordeaux Antique Oak Versailles tile is certainly a choice that stands out. Boasting beautiful chocolate coloured panels in a breath taking and unique, parquet design, this wood flooring is certain to make a statement in your home. . The lacquered finish of this flooring provides an extra bit of vibrance whilst offering added protection to the already outstanding features. Don't forget to check out our accessories page and add those finishing touches to complete your perfect flooring! We recommend oiling this product to ensure your wood flooring continues to perform at its optimum level. For information on when to re-oil and further advice on the best oil choice for the desired look you’re going for, please contact our specialist sales advisors who are always happy to help!
Don't think that wood cabinets are your only option.
Hello! I feel like I've really been mixing up the styles (and locations) this week with home tours in Sweden and Australia and even some festive AW15 ideas. It's been fun - I hope it's felt inspiring
A wonderfully classic and refreshing alternative to traditional solid wood flooring, this Unfinished Parquet Oak brings an old-time character in modern homes, with a rustic-grade look that impresses with its natural charm. The unfinished and untreated surface of the 21mm thick parquet bears the organic marks of the natural grade oak, sourced from responsibly managed forests, for your peace of mind. Striking wood knots and grain patterns embellish the floor with a stunning effect that can be further intensified with oil or lacquer finishes. Perfect for a traditional property with a classic decor, Unfinished Parquet Oak will lend any space a memorable note, thanks to its beautiful visual pattern.
Photography by David Duncan Livingston (www.studiolivingston.com)
I cam across this incredible Parisian real estate/ renovation and design site A+B Kasha and fell MADLY, MADLY in love with everything I saw. Of course, as with most things, the French just do it bette
