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At Stanley Flooring, we want your installation day to go as smoothly as possible. A flawless finish relies on careful preparation—not just during the fitting itself, but in the hours leading up to our arrival. To help ensure there are no delays, unexpected extra charges, or misunderstandings on the day, we have created this quick pre-installation checklist. Please read through these points carefully before our team arrives. 1. Clear the Rooms Completely Unless we have explici

If you’ve spent any time looking for new flooring online, you’ve likely noticed the vast array of carpet deals available at the click of a button. It can be tempting to order a carpet online for a seemingly low price and then look for an independent tradesperson to come and fit it for a quick daily rate. At Stanley Flooring, one of the most common questions we get asked is: "Can I buy my own carpet online and just hire you to fit it?" Our answer is always a polite, firm no. W

Choosing an underlay when buying a new carpet can be incredibly confusing. One flooring company might charge more for an 8mm underlay than another charges for a 12mm option, so naturally, you might pick the 12mm because it seems better on paper. However, thickness is only a small part of the story. To find the right support for your carpet, you need to consider five main factors: Thickness: The most obvious factor, but it must be balanced with density. Density: How tightly pa

When renewing the carpets in your home, one question always comes up: "Do my existing carpet grippers really need to be replaced?" Like most things in professional flooring installation, the honest answer is: it depends. Carpet gripper isn't a one-size-fits-all product. It comes in several distinct variations engineered for specific types of carpet backings and underlay thicknesses: Long Pin: These longer spikes are specifically designed for exceptionally thick carpets, or ca

I've been working on newbuild homes for the last 13 years and I've pretty much seen it all. So, let me break down some of the common...

Expectations When we receive an enquiry on new carpets, one of the first requirements customers have is for it to be "hard wearing". Hard...