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Posted by Andy Harrison, on April 26, 2021. Tags: Premier Bendybull, stair nosing
Opting for a luxury vinyl (LVT) floor covering for home staircases has become highly fashionable. But how do you protect and finish the step edge to cover up the seams and protect the vulnerable front lip? Unlike a stair runner which is fitted in one piece, a fitter installs the LVT on each step, individually, […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on March 30, 2021. Tags: Premier Lvt Nosing
We are pleased to have expanded the range of stair edge nosing that we sell to include a new 1metre (1000mm) long option. For those who still work in old money, that is about 39 inches long and a useful length for domestic staircases. This new option is in addition to the existing 900mm, 1800mm […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on March 3, 2021. Tags: Easybind rope edge trim, stair carpet clips
Spring is in the air and it’s a great time of the year to chase away the winter blues with a touch of decorating. Here we take a look at three fresh ideas for stair carpet runners to rejuvenate that dull old staircase at the heart of your home. Naturally inclined with wooden stair rods […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on February 19, 2021. Tags: door thresholds
Sometimes, having a choice can be amazing: other times it can be annoyingly difficult. For instance, we probably offer the best choice around of quality door thresholds and profiles – either online or in the shops. But how to choose what is right for you from the thousands of items? Here, we suggest a few […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on January 28, 2021.
Laminate flooring is a hugely popular type of flooring and fitted throughout the home. Given the fact that we sell a comprehensive selection of door thresholds for all genres of flooring, we frequently get asked what people should use as a laminate floor door trim. There are a few, attractive options but first you need […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on January 22, 2021. Tags: Premier Bendybull, Premier Lvt Nosing, stair nosing
Having decided to get shot of your old stair carpet and chosen one of the latest luxury vinyl (LVT) floor styles, what are your options for stair edging with LVT flooring? Let’s start at the beginning and first recap why stair nosings are important, then take a look at what the choice is and what […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on November 20, 2020. Tags: Easybind rope edge trim
A customer recently got in touch to show us the excellent job he had done making his own motorhome carpets, using our Coch y Bonddu coloured carpet edging tape. Easybind carpet binding is a smart-looking, rope edge trim which works on all styles of carpet. Understandably, he is pretty pleased with his diy skills and […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on September 29, 2020.
A common problem is what to do where two floors meet and, for whatever reason, they are not level or flat with each other. How do you transition between different floor levels and bridge from one to the other without it looking a mess? Few people want a step, as they can be a trip […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on August 20, 2020.
So, you have ordered smart, new carpets for your home. Your fitter has told you to buy some quality door carpet bars, as you don’t like the cheap, aluminium ones he uses. But, which type exactly? You’ve popped down to the DIY shop and realised you don’t like their flimsy door threshold strips either. Your […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on August 6, 2020.
For anyone who has never fitted a threshold on interior doors, the self-stick options prove particularly popular. The main benefits are: Avoid drilling any holes in the floor, with all that entails. Likewise, they are ideal for anyone who is not sure where their underfloor heating grid or pipes lie, which could be pierced by […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on July 23, 2020.
Fitting stair rods for runners introduces instant style and an eye-catching feature to a staircase. There are over 40 different designs from which to choose in an array of finishes, from matt black to polished chrome, antique brass to pewter. Whether you are looking for classic appeal or decorating with bold glamour in mind, stair […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on June 18, 2020.
Once you discover there is such a product as carpet edge binding, it is easy to get hooked. Because, not only is it great at edging a rug to match your carpet or create a stair runner, but it also proves to be one of those products that is multi-talented. There are lots of uses […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on May 13, 2020. Tags: door thresholds
The new Ali transition strips for vinyl flooring are a welcome innovation, which mean your vinyl door bars coordinate with the design of your vinyl. The popularity of lvt, otherwise known as luxury vinyl tiles, as a flooring choice for the home is rising. The vinyl plank look is particularly in vogue, likewise vinyl stone-look […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on April 28, 2020. Tags: flooring trims
The hall mat takes a pounding in most homes. Shoes, muddy paws, the wheels of grandpa’s roller and for city dwellers the bike all traipse through the front door, complete with muck and water. The new Premier Matwell profiles are ideal for creating a fitted door mat well, custom-made to suit your hall. Here we […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on April 2, 2020. Tags: door thresholds
Stuck at home due to Covid-19, many of us are noticing home improvements we’d really like to crack on with. Replacing dented, scratched and poorly fitting door threshold strips throughout the house so that they all match and look pristine is one such satisfying job. So, how to install a door threshold if you’ve never […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on March 20, 2020.
The new Pipe Collars that have just come into stock are a great find. And, such an easy-to-install product too with attractive designs and so practical. They hide those ugly holes around radiator pipes where the pipework meets your floor. Instead of dirty, dusty holes, spotted around the edge with paint from the last time […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on March 4, 2020. Tags: stair carpet clips
The following interior designer ideas illustrate how modern stair rods are currently used in fashionable decorative schemes. No longer simply a design feature for period houses, today they are regularly specified in contemporary show-homes. Whether you are looking for quirky, glamour, humour or fine design, stair carpet rods have a lot to offer. Pack a […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on February 18, 2020.
Recently, I was staying at a rather nice bijou hotel with an eclectic décor scheme, complete with a worn stair runner and old stair rods. The “shabby chic” staircase had certainly gone beyond any claim to style and instead just looked forlorn and unwelcoming. Certainly not in-keeping with the image of the hotel. First impressions […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on January 3, 2020.
You know you need to buy a carpet to tile joiner to transition link your carpet to your tiled floor but you don’t know which design specification to choose. If you are employing a fitter, then you can ask them. However, you know you want a better quality door threshold trim than the standard, cheap […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on December 19, 2019. Tags: carpet rods, stair carpet rods, stair runner rods
Carpet stair rods have been around for a century or more and yet they have never been more popular and fashionable than now. And so, for anyone thinking of installing them on their staircase, I’ve listed some of the latest trends in stair rods for 2020. Slender 9mm diameter rods In recent years, there has […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 11, 2019. Tags: Carpet Binding
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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Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 28, 2019. Tags: carpet door bars, carpet transition strip, Easyshims
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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Posted by Andy Harrison, on November 14, 2019.
The issue of underfloor heating is a pressing one for many homeowners, when it comes to installing door thresholds. This is particularly the case for those hoping to do-it-yourself. The good news is that there is an excellent range of self-adhesive door threshold strips available: excellent quality and in a choice of ten metal finishes. […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 13, 2019. Tags: brass stair rods, carpet rods, stair runner rods
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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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on November 7, 2019.
This is the time of year when the days get shorter, light levels drop and many of us turn our attention inwards to our homes. If you think yours is looking a bit dreary and in need of some life then here we take a look at chrome door bars and how to use them […]
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