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Posted by Andy Harrison, on October 28, 2019. Tags: antique stair rods, carpet rods, stair carpet rods, stair rod brackets, stair runner rods
This guide to choosing the right stair carpet rods for your home provides a check-list of what to consider before ordering. Whilst choosing the finial design and the finish of your carpet rods is important, you do need to make sure you are ordering the correct type of bracket and length for your particular project. […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on October 10, 2019. Tags: antique stair rods, carpet rods, stair carpet rods, stair rod brackets
New stair rods are typically sold complete with a pair of brackets, which you use to attach the rod securely to the staircase. The bracket design is different depending on whether you are fitting a stair runner carpet or a fitted stair carpet. So, do make sure you choose the correct type when ordering. Runner […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on October 3, 2019. Tags: carpet ramps
Easyshims are a great invention. They solve the common issue of how to create a neat carpet ramp edge in a doorway when the finished flooring levels are different heights. Easyshims slip under your carpet and underlay and create a gentle slope up to your higher floor. Once flat with each other, simply join your […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on September 20, 2019. Tags: carpet rods, Homepride stair rods, stair carpet rods, Stairrods (UK)
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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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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Posted by Andy Harrison, on July 29, 2019.
Why use a carpet to tile trim? Carpet to tile trim styles of threshold are designed to fit into doorways to cover the raw edges of where a carpet meets a ceramic tiled floor. Choose the right one and it will not only look smart but also prevent the edge of your carpet fraying and […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on July 3, 2019. Tags: antique stair rods, brass stair rods, vintage stair rods
On a recent visit to Eltham Palace in Greenwich, London I was interested to find antique brass stair clips in a dull dark-grey, almost pewter finish, gracing the gently curving staircases. I was standing in the ‘lineresque’ entrance hall, complete with circular 1930s geometric-styled rug. Decorative stair rod clips ‘Sweeping’ does come to mind when […]
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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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Posted by Andy Harrison, on May 8, 2019.
Terminology in the carpet industry for the same product can vary quite considerably. Customers ring us up and say that they are having new carpets fitted and their carpet fitter has asked them to buy some carpet plates to join their carpet in their doorways. They’ve spotted the Premier Cover Plate on our website, which […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on May 3, 2019.
The new Slim Z and Slim D carpet joiners are perfect for everyone who likes nice clean lines and prefers a discrete approach to decoration in their home. At just 16mm and 22mm wide accordingly, these door thresholds are up to 50% narrower than most standard carpet bars. So slender, it is hoped that you […]
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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on April 9, 2019. Tags: Premier stair rods, stair runner rods
Do you ever open your front door, walk into your house and just feel it looks, well…dreary and boring? The secret style tip is to add immediate character with some quality stair carpet rods. Easily fitted to an existing stair runner or carpet, a pristine set of decorative carpet rods provides a welcoming touch of […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on March 14, 2019.
Autumn is the time of year when door mats are a necessity, if you want to avoid trudging in wet and dirt from outside. Loose mats can skid around and be a trip hazard, whilst a recessed matwell is permanent and secure. Thankfully, there is a new floor trim on the market, Premier Trim Matwells, […]
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Posted by Andy Harrison, on March 9, 2019. Tags: stair runner rods
‘What length stair rods do I need?’ is a common question. We always double-check with all our customers that they have ordered the correct length before placing their order on the factory. Whilst most have calculated the length(s) correctly, around 15% have got it wrong. Let’s take a look at where the confusion lies: How […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on October 7, 2018. Tags: brass stair rods, Carpet Binding, Easybind rope edge trim
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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Posted by Nick Acaster, on January 19, 2017. Tags: laminate floor trims
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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Posted by Nick Acaster, on January 9, 2017. Tags: Easyshims, floor edging, flooring trims
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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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on December 23, 2016. Tags: Easybind rope edge trim, Homepride stair rods
Changing your flooring can seem a bit daunting and sounds expensive. But here we explore 10 value flooring ideas which don’t cost the earth and are easily achievable and look fabulous. 1. Investing in a new carpet, wood floor or stair runner can be expensive A great alternative is to paint your floorboards instead. You […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 8, 2016. Tags: laminate floor trims
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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Posted by Nick Acaster, on December 2, 2016. Tags: Easybind rope edge trim, floor edging
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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Posted by Nick Acaster, on November 15, 2016. Tags: carpet rods, vintage stair rods
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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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on October 14, 2016.
It is absolutely maddening when chips and scuff marks on skirting miraculously just appear. Invariably, it is the corners which take such a bashing. It’s easily done. Little ones, shaky on their pins, shave the corners with their baby walkers, kids hurtle into them on their trikes, luggage and bags are big sinners and vacuum […]
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Posted by Nick Acaster, on August 12, 2016. Tags: Blacksmith stair rods, Premier stair rods, stair runner rods
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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Posted by Elsa Lawrence, on August 5, 2016. Tags: Blacksmith stair rods, brass stair rods, carpet rods, Homepride stair rods
Stair runner rods come in all sorts of designs and sizes and in many finishes. We offer more than 100 different styles and it is interesting to see what is trending and which are the most popular carpet rods, currently. Whatever the design of your stair runner carpet, for many adding a flight of stair […]
Read morePosted by Elsa Lawrence, on July 15, 2016. Tags: black door thresholds, laminate floor trims
Decorating with black has always seemed a rather brave concept to me. But Stairrods (UK) has just brought out its comprehensive range of flooring trims in a fabulous matt black and I’ve done a U-turn! After all, wrought iron black has been part of our decorative mix for centuries. So, the new black flooring trims […]
Read morePosted 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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