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Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE If you have made the decision to go lay Karndean flooring Birmingham then you have ultimately chosen a unique and stunning surface. When you have had it fitted, you are obviously going to want it to remain in top condition for as long as possible. To do this there are certain cleaning tips and precautions that should be followed that will ensure your new floor stays in top condition.

It should be noted that in order for you to keep your manufacturers guarantee, you need to use the products from Karndeans cleaning range as they are made especially for their surfaces. If you decide to use other products then they may possibly contain ingredients that can damage the floor.

When you come to clean your surface you should use a soft brush to get rid of any surface dust and debris. If you dont use a soft brush then you may find that a harder brush could leave some small scratches on the floor. To actually clean the surface you should use a damp mop with the recommended cleaning products to ensure a quality, risk free finish to the job. It is also important that you never use any bleach to try and clean the floor as this can again cause damage to it. If you are placing a mat on the floor then you should check that it will not leave a mark as some black rubber varieties may do so. The best thing to do is to check with the company who supplied your flooring if you are not sure about anything.

Generally, if you use some common sense then you should not have too many problems. Any spillages should be dealt with immediately and it is best for people to either take off their shoes or at least give them a good wipe on a mat before walking on the surface. If you follow the above tips then you should find that your Karndean flooring Birmingham will keep its quality for a much longer period of time.

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If you have decided to install some new vinyl flooring in Birmingham then it is important that if you are going to do the job yourself you do it right. It would be a nightmare if you went out and bought an expensive new surface and then messed it up by not doing the job properly. By spending a little more time preparing, you will end up with a much better outcome and your new floor will last much longer. We have given you a brief selection of some of the best tips that you should follow when you come to lay your new surface.

You must always ensure that the base floor is cleared completely and is smooth before you lay vinyl. All dust, grit and dirt must be cleared beforehand and any cracks or uneven sections should be sorted as well. If you fail to do this then you may find that the new tiles wont stick properly or may get damaged over the course of time. When it comes to laying the tiles or roll, you should make sure that you use the recommended adhesive. Failing to do so can again lead to problems with it sticking as different adhesives may not be suitable for different vinyl products. If you are laying tiles down then you should always begin in the middle of floor. You should accurately measure the room and mark the centre before starting to lay them. By starting in the middle, it means that any pieces that need to be cut can be easily altered to fit to the rooms edge.

These tips above are clearly not an exhaustive list, you should therefore make sure that whenever you are laying new vinyl flooring in Birmingham you do your research to ensure that you get everything done correctly.

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When you are looking to buy any new carpets in Birmingham, you are going to want to make the purchase as cost effective as possible. For this reason it is important that you make sure that you measure the dimensions needed carefully. Without doing this you could either be left with a large amount of waste at the end or you may find that you don’t have enough to fill the room. Obviously for the final measurement it is best to leave that to the professionals. However, to get a good initial indication of the amount you are going to need we have provided a brief outline of the best way of doing so.

You should always make sure that you get the room dimensions from its widest points. You need to get a measure of the biggest width and the biggest length in order to calculate the area in square metres. This is important because if you don’t take measurements from the widest points then you are more than likely going to end up with too little material. When you have obtained the correct figures all you need to do to work out the area is multiply the two. If the room is 3m wide and 6m long then as a rough guide you are going to need to get 18 square metres of fabric. You can then use this figure to easily work out a rough cost when you go looking for your new flooring.

Once you have measured the overall dimensions, you need to also take measurement of any indentations within the room. You are not going to need carpet for the area your fire takes up or if you have a portion of wall jutting out. When you have got all measurements, make a note of them and then you are all set to go out and get your new carpets in Birmingham.

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