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Appreciation from David

Posted by Nick Acaster, on July 30, 2020.

“Received the samples today, very impressed with the quality, choosing the pewter colour, and have just placed an order for 5 @38mm and 1 @55mm. Appreciate your assistance.”

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Spotlight On-Trend Easybind Carpet Binding for 2020

Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 11, 2019. Tags:

Colour plays such an important part when it comes to transforming a room from something nondescript into a space that has personality and ambience. Adding one or two rugs is an easy way to introduce colour into a room and the Easybind carpet binding is an excellent way to achieve this cost-effectively. Available in 38 […]

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Uneven Door Thresholds – Solutions to a Common Problem

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 28, 2019. Tags: , ,

Uneven door thresholds are a common problem. When your builder has finished installing your smart, new bathroom, complete with underfloor heating, you may find your floor level is now higher than it used to be and you have a step up from your landing. Likewise, a similar issue arises when you decide to screed over […]

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Paula loves the pipe collars

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 13, 2019.

“I would just like to say how lovely the pipe covers are. Your company is the first to do these items. They are brilliant.”  

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Lillian was in a rush…

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 13, 2019.

“Many thanks for your help! Carpet trim received – great product in great timescales. Thank you for rushing this through!”

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Stair rods solution for Robin

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 13, 2019.

“I must say, that is about the best customer service I have met in a very long time.” 

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Modern Stair Carpet Rods: Frequently Asked Q&A

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 13, 2019. Tags: , ,

CarpetRunners.co.uk has been supplying modern stair carpet rods for over 15 years. Here are the questions we are most frequently asked by customers looking to purchase a set for their staircase, along with answers and expert tips. If your question is not covered here, feel free to get in touch. Q: Do modern stair rods hold […]

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The Leading Cheap Stair Bars for the Home

Posted by Nick Acaster, on September 20, 2019. Tags: , , ,

For those who want cheap stair bars and are simply after the look rather than stair rods which will last a lifetime, then here are my top recommendations. But do beware, as with so many things in life, they are  cheap for a reason. Typically, that means there is a difference in specification from the […]

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What is the best carpet door bar for using with quality carpets?

Posted by Nick Acaster, on September 11, 2019.

Having splashed out on a lovely new carpet, it is worthwhile buying some quality carpet door bars in advance of your fitter arriving. They can then be installed at the same time and ensure a professional and smart overall finish. So what is the best carpet door bar?  If you are looking for  a great […]

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Superior Laminate Threshold Strips to Ensure Your Safety

Posted by Nick Acaster, on May 14, 2019.

It can be easy to trip over a rough or raised edge of laminate flooring fitted in your home. This is particularly a risk where your laminate joins up to the flooring in the next room, creating a transition join in a doorway. Whether your laminate flooring joins more laminate or joins another type of […]

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Flooring Supplies that Add the Finishing Touch

Posted by Nick Acaster, on October 7, 2018. Tags: , ,

We’ve been selling flooring supplies since 2003 and specialise in high-quality flooring products which are not readily available on the high street or in the shops. Our suppliers are UK manufacturers and we ship direct from them, ensuring as rapid a delivery service as possible. So, no need to struggle home on public transport trying […]

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Laminate Floor Trim – Which one Should I Use?

Posted by Nick Acaster, on January 19, 2017. Tags:

There are a number of different laminate floor trim available, designed for specific situations. The information below will help you choose an appropriate one that looks smart and meets your needs: First, consider the following… So, you have a laminate floor, which can sometimes also be referred to as a floating wood tile floor. There […]

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Which Floor Edging to Buy – 5 Key Questions to Ask Before you Buy

Posted by Nick Acaster, on January 9, 2017. Tags: , ,

The choice of floor edging on the market is extensive and the terminology can be confusing at times. For instance it is also commonly referred to as flooring trims or door thresholds, transition strip and carpet bars, to name but a few. So, here are five key questions you need to consider before deciding on which floor edging […]

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Laminate Flooring Threshold Strips to Join Floors the Professional Way

Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 8, 2016. Tags:

The question of which laminate flooring threshold strips to use in an internal doorway depends on a number of factors: What is the type of flooring you are joining to? If you are joining a laminate floor to a carpet, then first check if the two are level with each other. If they are, a […]

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Hallway Runners that are Affordable & Look Stunning

Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 2, 2016. Tags: ,

Hallway runners come in all sort of designs and sizes. Most runners you can buy online or in the shops are pre-cut to a fixed width and length. Regardless of the size of your hallway, the idea is that one of the popular sizes should do. The only problem is that, quite often, the off-the-shelf […]

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Recognise these Vintage Stair Rods?

Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 15, 2016. Tags: ,

We have been sent this picture taken in South Africa of some period styled stair rods. Evidently, there is a lovely guest house in Franschoek, which is in the wine area near Cape Town, and these vintage runner rods are fitted all the way up the 19th century stairs. They certainly appear to be old […]

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View Stair Rods Videos

Posted by Nick Acaster, on August 12, 2016. Tags: , ,

When you come to choosing stair rods for your home, we always recommend taking your time. The choice is significant and they last a life-time, so best to be sure before making the commitment.  Thankfully, making your final selection has been made that much easier and pleasurable and you can view stair rods as videos […]

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10 Home Decor Ideas to Update Your Home (on a budget!)

Posted by Nick Acaster, on June 14, 2016.

Linda Parker, Freelance interiors writer and blogger, suggests 10 home decor ideas to update your home… on a budget. 1. PAINT IT … The first of home decor ideas is so simple. A fresh coat of paint is quick, easy, needs no expensive equipment, and can be achieved in a single day. Transform the look […]

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Flooring T-Bars that Fill that Gap in your Floor

Posted by Nick Acaster, on June 7, 2016. Tags:

Sanity is in site! We have a new product available online called Little T and Big T. These flooring t-bars solve no end of join problems between different types of hard flooring. The floor is often one of the last things to be completed when you’ve had building works done in your home. At this […]

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Hardwood floor to tile transition with different floor levels

Posted by Nick Acaster, on June 3, 2016.

A common problem occurs with hardwood floor to tile transition, when one floor is higher than the other. How can you successfully transition from one to the other and overcome the height difference? The new Door Ramp solves the problem and can be bought online.  The issue is caused sometimes by the installation of underfloor […]

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Stair rods for winding staircases and spiral steps

Posted by Nick Acaster, on September 25, 2015. Tags: ,

For those home owners who own a staircase with a curved section or even a spiral staircase, there are two stair rod ranges which are designed to suit. The Blacksmith carpet rods are designed for stair runners and are supplied with universal styled brackets as standard, which makes them ideal stair rods for winding staircases […]

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How to create a trim around a fireplace

Posted by Nick Acaster, on August 25, 2015. Tags:

This photo shows how smart fire hearth edging can make an eye-catching feature in a room  – what a great job! In the office, we always love it when customers send us photos of their homes, proudly featuring the installed door thresholds, stair rods and the like, which they have purchased from us. It is amazing […]

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Floor Trims Just Got Smarter with Lips

Posted by Nick Acaster, on July 3, 2015.

The new Lips floor trims have just come onto the market. They are not only hugely versatile but very chic looking too. So, smart-looking and performing! They are made of solid brass but you can choose any one of ten different finishes. On trend, brushed chrome is one of them (the closest thing to stainless […]

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How to Measure Up for Stair Rods

Posted by Nick Acaster, on April 20, 2015.

I visited Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk the other day, which boasts a very smart loop pile stair runner carpet and old brass stair rods. I can recommend a visit to the house and the woodland gardens – it is very picturesque and the external landscaping and architectural features of the house are particularly attractive. As I […]

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Brass Door Bars Back in Vogue

Posted by Nick Acaster, on March 17, 2015. Tags:

Brass is back in fashion! So say the interior gurus. It is deemed to be the interiors metal of the Spring/Summer 2015 design season, particularly brasses with a lovely warm tone. Polished brass door bars and threshold strips have always been a popular choice but now they are the perfect way to introduce a fashionable […]

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