Six popular carpet tile design themes

Carpet tiles are available in a wide variety of colours that can be used in multiple design themes. The power of colour adds personality to a room. The colour of the floor is the tonal base to a décor style.

Here are the colours of six popular décor themes:

1. Pop

The Pop theme features bold and vibrant colours such as bright blue, purple and red that evoke visions of sunny weather, as well as tropical jungles.

2. Scandi

Scandinavian style is commonly associated with minimalism, along with pastel shades that are subtle and calming. Scandi style features natural colours to create elegant and sophisticated rooms.

3. New Luxury

Gold, aqua and navy carpet tiles with contemporary furniture and fitting create the opulent and glamorous look of new luxury.

4. Retro

Retro style often features yellow, orange and brown; nostalgic colours that evoke memories of the past.

5. New Natural

The New Natural look has the colours of the natural world, mainly blues and greens, that are designed to remind you of misty meadows and green hills.

6. Grey

To some, a grey-themed room is smart but dull, but to others, the silver tones of grey are sleek and impart a sense of calm reflection.

Whether you pick one of these design themes or prefer your own flooring style, you'll find an extensive range of carpet tiles at North Wales flooring shops. If you use carpet tiles in two or more colours associated with a style theme, you can lay them in various patterns to add a personalised touch to a room.

Smart ways to enhance the beauty of wood flooring

Wood and engineered wood flooring in North Wales homes is popular for its natural look and durability. Wood flooring, whether solid wood or laminate, makes a style statement in any room, but enhancing its beauty requires careful design choices for the rest of the room.

When installing wood flooring for the first time in a room, it's important to decorate the room in a complimentary colour palette. Though wood is mainly shades of brown, there will also be subtle hints of other colours such as orange, red, grey, or yellow. Homeowners can use a colour wheel chart to find the opposite colours to decorate the room in. For instance, blue can balance wood that contains hints of orange or yellow.

Many are tempted to continue the wood theme by adding wood furniture to a room with wood flooring. Instead, consider using a variety of other textures, such as woven fabrics, metal or leather. Features such as wooden chair legs and wood frames can be used for photos and wall art.

A wood floor can feel hard underfoot, making the room feel less cosy and relaxed. This can easily be fixed by adding deep pile rugs for extra comfort. Rugs can be used to define room areas like a home office space.

When choosing wood flooring options at a flooring company in North Wales, be mindful of the look of the rest of the room and how it complements the natural beauty of wood.

Budget friendly flooring

Good flooring is the foundation of interior design. Different rooms have different functional requirements, and the flooring must meet their needs to avoid future problems or further costs. High footfall areas like hallways or kitchens need to be highly durable to withstand the traffic.

The good news is that decent flooring doesn’t have to cost you the earth. With over 50 years of family history in the trade, Home Style Carpets and Flooring can offer a wide range of durable, comfortable and affordable flooring options.

Carpets

Carpets offer a range of benefits including insulation, energy savings and underfoot comfort.

Carpets reduce noise pollution as the soft surface acts as a barrier, particularly on the upper levels, reducing impact noise for people on the lower floors.

Up to 10% of heating can be lost through a floor if it doesn’t have adequate insulation - carpets can help retain warmth in your home.

Risk of injury by falling can also be reduced by carpets as the softer surface can reduce impact and is less prone to slipping hazards making carpets a great choice when considering infants or others who are less able to walk.

To see our full range of carpets and related services we offer such as fitting, underlay and door trimming, click here.

Carpet Tiles

Carpet tiles are individual squares of carpet that can be slotted together to add texture and warmth to your living space. Installation can be tailored to meet your budget and a professional installer from our team will get the job finished with minimal disruption.

Compared to other flooring options, carpet tiles can save money thanks to the relatively short installation time and will also save on waste and area easy to transport.

Carpet tiles are highly versatile and can be used for virtually any space from the living room to the bedroom and there are dozens of designs and potential combinations to choose from, whatever your style.

Carpet tiles are known for their long lifespan and hardwearing nature. Because they are low-pile and tend to attract less dirt, cleaning them is as easy as regular vacuuming.

You can look at our range of carpet tiles and designs and sizes here.

Laminate Flooring

Laminate is made of several different layers that are pressed together and have a durable, photo-realistic surface layer.

Laminate flooring is hard-wearing and can withstand the heavy footfall wear and tear that comes with a busy house, the top layer protecting against scratches and scrapes.

It is very easy to maintain and clean. Sweeping regularly and using a damp cloth or laminate floor wipes will ensure your laminate flooring stands the test of time.

Laminate flooring gives the impression of a wooden finish at far less cost than real wood and is well known to be very easy to fit.

Our range of vinyl flooring options and services, including fitting, design advice and no-obligation quotes can be found here.

Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring is a type of synthetic flooring composed of several layers of different materials, such as PVC, plastic and fibreglass. The layers are sandwiched together and form a highly durable, hard-wearing and aesthetically pleasing floor surface.

It is widely considered to be a highly durable material, making it a great choice for a high quality floor in a high-traffic space.

Compared to other options and because of its layered construction, vinyl floor is more comfortable underfoot with a more padded feel compared to hardwood or stone. It can also help rescue echo and noise.

Because of its insulative properties, it can help retain heat and help maintain consistent temperature throughout the home regardless of the time of year.

As it is composed mainly of PVC, vinyl flooring is waterproof, making it perfect for areas prone to spillages such as kitchens and bathrooms but with a number of designs available to choose from such as wood and stone effects, it can add a great new look to any room of your choosing.

Vinyl flooring is so easy to install that you can do it yourself and potentially get a room finished in a few days. To reduce disruption further and get the job finished quickly and to professional quality, we can fit it for you.

You can browse our range of vinyl flooring designs here.

With a range of over 3,000 products, Home Style Carpets can help you achieve the perfect floor for your needs. If you’re looking for stylish and affordable carpets, vinyl flooring, carpet tiles or laminate flooring around Chester, Wrexham and North Wales, call us for a no-obligation quote today.

New carpet recycling collaboration needed

Speakers at the Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK) annual conference in July 2024 discussed the need for more collaboration between members of the flooring, construction and waste management industries to find better ways of recycling textile flooring waste.

In 2020, 200,000 tons of textile flooring and carpet waste was diverted from disposal in landfills and used in energy generation. Adnan Zeb-Khan of CRUK said that this is an important use of waste carpets, but other ways of recycling carpets are needed.

The conference heard about research into using flooring waste in cement and other construction products. Details were also given about a pilot scheme in Northampton which is the first UK dedicated recycling centre that recycles polypropylene from synthetic carpets into beads to be used in the manufacture of new products.

Artificial intelligence is helping waste management companies discover different chemicals in carpets to show what they are made from to assist the recycling processes.

It was suggested that partnerships are needed to create an Extended Product Responsibility (EPR) scheme to develop a circular economy for floor coverings. Jane Gardner of the European Resilient Floorcovering Manufacturers’ Institute (ERFMI) said:

“Sustainability is becoming mandatory in the European Union and our strategy recognises the need for waste management companies, recyclers and raw material suppliers to collaborate to ensure a workable solution for all stakeholders.”

Each flooring company in North Wales is aware of its responsibility for sustainable business practices. Old carpets can be taken away for recycling after new carpets are installed.

Biophilic inspired carpets bring nature indoors

Biophilic design brings nature into indoor spaces, often achieved through numerous house plants that mimic the outdoor environment.

This design approach has gained popularity for its ability to create a sense of tranquillity and connection to the natural world within interior settings. Biophilia is a Greek word that means ‘For the love of nature and living things.'

Inspired by biophilic design principles, carpet manufacturers have started to incorporate natural materials like wool, jute and silk into their products. These carpets are left undyed to maintain a natural colour palette, reflecting the raw materials' beauty. Not only do these carpets enhance the aesthetic appeal of a space, but they also contribute to reducing environmental impact due to their sustainable production methods.

To further enhance the biophilic environment, homeowners can try adding solid wood furniture and an abundance of house plants. Plant shelves can be attached to walls to display greenery, while plants can even be integrated into pendant lamp shades for a unique touch. For a striking visual impact, create an indoor green wall that is completely covered in plants, transforming the space into a lush and vibrant oasis.

While biophilic-inspired carpets may not be widely available yet, there are plenty of alternative options offered by flooring services in Wrexham and North Wales. For those looking to add biophilic elements to their homes or business spaces, carpets made from natural sisal or seagrass can be a great starting point. To create a more inviting and luxurious atmosphere, it might make more sense opt for a pure wool carpet.