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STYLE & DECOR
SOFT RUBBER
Ice Grey rubber
flooring, £49.95sq m,
Harvey Maria
EVERYONE SEEMS TO BE says David, ‘or look for the Cradle
RIPPING UP LAMINATE. to Cradle logo (a transformative
WHY? IS IT OVER? pathway for design and making
‘There is a demand developing for products with a positive impact on
luxury vinyl tiles that match real people and the planet) and the PEFC
wood flooring, which appears more (Programme for the Endorsement
realistic than laminate,’ says Roger. of Forest Certification), for
‘Laminate is far from over though,’ good environment choices.’
believes David. ‘We’re seeing
lots of new design and technical WHAT’S BEST TO LINK AN
developments, which means OLD PART OF A HOUSE
it may become a favoured choice WITH A NEW EXTENSION?
again – super new matt finishes, ‘The condition of the sub-floor
waterproofing and versatility.’ will dictate flooring options,’ says
David. ‘Generally, an older house
WHAT ARE THE MOST has more flaws, so I’d recommend
SUSTAINABLE CHOICES? a laminate or engineered wood
‘Opt for FSC (Forestry Stewardship to help ensure a good finish.’
Council) certified timber boards,’ Roger recommends textured
surface: ‘Although the construction
3 OF THE BEST… ULTIMATE LUXURIES of the board will be modern, the
finish appears weathered, making
it fit cohesively.’ Josie thinks
differently: ‘I’d go for contrast, as
a newer floor will never match the
original, such as faux concrete tiles
alongside a period timber floor.’
WHAT’S YOUR PERSONAL
FAVOURITE?
LEATHER MARBLE MARQUETRY
Bull Hex tiles, £360sq m, Valentina honed marble tiles, from Napoli II art mosaic panel, ‘I prefer the original thing rather than
Ed Tanner £166.30sq m, Mandarin Stone £432sq m, Luxury Wood Flooring a replica,’ says Josie. ‘I would
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