How to Choose the Right Flooring for Your London Home

Choosing new flooring can completely change how a room looks and feels, but with so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start.​

Choosing new flooring can completely change how a room looks and feels, but with so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start.
Carpet, laminate, vinyl, engineered wood and LVT can all work brilliantly in the right space. The key is choosing a floor that not only suits the look of your home, but also works with the way you actually live.
At Flooring 568, we help homeowners, families and landlords across London find flooring that suits their space, lifestyle and budget, with both supply and fitting available. 
Start With the Room
One of the first things to consider is where your new flooring is going.
A bedroom has very different requirements from a hallway, kitchen or bathroom. In a bedroom, you may want something soft, warm and comfortable underfoot, making carpet a popular option.
For busy areas such as hallways, living spaces and kitchens, durability and easy maintenance may be more important.
Bathrooms also need careful consideration, as you will want something practical that can cope well with the demands of the room.
Instead of choosing one flooring type for your entire home, it is often better to consider what works best in each individual space.
Think About Everyday Life
Beautiful flooring needs to work in the real world too.
If you have children, pets or a particularly busy household, easy-clean flooring may be high on your priority list. Laminate, vinyl and LVT are popular choices for households looking for something practical while still achieving a stylish finish.
Landlords may also want to prioritise durability and simple maintenance when choosing flooring for rental properties.
On the other hand, if you want to make a living room or bedroom feel softer and more comfortable, carpet can instantly add warmth.
Flooring 568 offers a range of flooring options including carpet, stair runners, sisal and natural flooring, LVT, engineered wood, laminate and vinyl. 
Consider the Style of Your Home
Flooring takes up a huge amount of visual space in a room, so it has a major impact on the overall interior.
Lighter wood-effect flooring can help create a fresh, contemporary look, while darker and warmer shades can add depth and character.
Neutral carpets are ideal for creating a soft, timeless base, while a stair runner gives you an opportunity to introduce extra colour, pattern or texture.
It can also help to think about the furniture and colours already in your room rather than choosing your flooring separately.
If your interior already contains lots of statement features, a simpler floor can balance the room. If your décor is more minimal, your flooring can become more of a feature.
Don’t Forget About Your Stairs
Hallways and stairs are sometimes overlooked when people start planning new flooring, but they are often one of the first things visitors see.
A fitted carpet can create a cosy, traditional finish, while a stair runner can transform the staircase into a feature of its own.
Runners can work particularly well in London homes where you want to retain some of the staircase itself while adding comfort and personality.
Professional Fitting Makes a Difference
Even the right flooring can disappoint if it isn’t fitted properly.
Preparation, measurements, joins and finishing details all contribute to the final look, particularly in larger rooms or more complicated spaces.
Flooring 568 offers a supply-and-fit service, helping customers take their project from choosing the flooring through to the finished installation. 
Looking for Flooring in London?
There isn’t one type of flooring that works for every home.
The best choice depends on your room, your lifestyle, your preferred interior style and how much maintenance you want to do.
As an independent, family-run flooring business with more than 40 years of experience, Flooring 568 helps customers find an option that works for their home rather than simply following the latest trend. ​
If you’re planning new flooring for your home, speak to the Flooring 568 team to explore the available ranges, get advice and arrange your supply and fitting.