Taking that first step onto the property ladder is daunting. From the second you start looking at properties to the moment you exchange and complete, there are huge decisions to make at every turn. Then, once you’ve got the keys, it starts all over again.
For many people, this is their first real chance to decorate a property. That’s where Taylord Carpets and Flooring Studio comes in. Our team of flooring experts are full of knowledge and experience and are just waiting to help transform your new buy into your dream Surrey home.
What To Consider When Choosing Flooring
First-time buyers or otherwise, there are a few key questions to ask yourself when you’re looking into flooring options for your home. These include:
How insulated is your property?
Does the property have underfloor heating?
Do you have children or pets?
How busy is your home?
What kind of style do you like?
Generally, you want to think about the kind of house or property you’re in; a Surrey townhouse, for example, may call for different flooring than a purpose-built flat. Then consider how you use it, and what you want your home to look like.
Other factors you should consider, especially as a first-time buyer, include:
Affordable Flooring Options
Buying a house can be a costly affair. From the legal fees to the moving costs, even before we consider the deposit itself, people are often spending a large chunk of their savings. So when it comes to the renovation of the property after the move, it’s important to think about where you can save money without losing quality.
In the world of flooring, one of the answers is Amtico First. Amtico is a well-known and highly rated luxury vinyl flooring (also known as LVT)brand that is used by flooring experts up and down the nation. The Amtico First Collection is a line of products designed for those working on a budget, so you can achieve style and class without having to worry about your bottom line.
Amtico First is affordable, but it’s also still an LVT product. So it’s suitable for underfloor heating, easy to clean, stain-resistant, easy to replace and repair, and it has a 0.3mm wear layer for longer-lasting protection. Amtico also offers a brilliant 15-year warranty on the flooring itself, so you know you’re in good hands from the second the flooring is installed. Not only that, but as with any LVT flooring, Amtico First is also water-resistant and comes in a huge range of styles, including imitation stone and wood.
Flooring For Long-Term Savings
Lots of homes, in Surrey especially, struggle when it comes to insulation. That means when the British winter comes around, properties can get really quite chilly. There are ways to fix this, but when you’ve just bought a property, splashing out on new insulation or heating simply isn’t always an option.
If your home is like many of those in Surrey that are rated C or D in energy efficiency, you might want to consider flooring that will help you bring those energy bills down. Carpet, in which case, is the way forward, as it’s been known to save between 4 and 15% in energy costs.
Carpet also has the added benefit of being quiet underfoot, which is perfect for those who have moved into a flat or who work from home and need the rest of the house to be kept quiet. It’s also soft and cosy, and can really bring a room together when chosen well. High-quality carpets like Cormar or Ulster carpet will also last well, keeping your home warm and well-decorated for up to 10 years with Cormar’s Stain & Wear resistance warranties.
See Our Range of Amtico First and Carpets
One of the best things about carpet and luxury vinyl flooring is the number of styles and colours to choose from… Although online it can be difficult to navigate.
That’s why we recommend anyone looking for new carpet pay us a visit. You can see and feel the options available and discuss your thoughts with the Taylord Carpet and Flooring Studios team.