Wednesday 19 May 2010

Carpet Tiles

Carpet Tiles have been around for over 50 years and were originally developed for homes as a hardwearing alternative to traditional broadloom carpet. Carpet tiles offer many advantages over traditional carpet and make designing your own floor scheme easy. Recently there has been an increase in new designs aimed at the modern interior space. Interior designers, makeover programs and interior magazines are increasingly presenting carpet tiles as a new design trend.

Advantages of Carpet Tiles
Easy to install
Lower installation costs
Easy to transport – boxes can fit into the back of your car
Easy to lay on top of laminate, vinyl or concrete with no need for underlay
Easy to fit in awkward shaped rooms
Easy to clean
Easy to replace if damaged - you can simply replace the tile rather than the whole floor
Easy to lift and take with you if you move home, particularly if you are renting
Installations can be made in small areas or temporarily

Carpet tiles can prove a cost effective alternative to traditional carpet as they include a strong backing so require no underlay or adhesives and produce less waste than other flooring types. This saves time and money and because carpet tiles are easy to install, you can lay them yourself and save the cost of professional fitting. Any damage or spills can be resolved by replacing one tile rather than the entire floor.