Question 1

How long does vinyl flooring last?

Accepted Answer

Vinyl flooring is extremely durable. A protective layer stands up to dents, scratches and stains, while a fibreglass provides added stability. This serves to protect the integrity of the product in both low and heavy traffic environments.

Question 2

How to prevent soiling and pile damage to carpets?

Accepted Answer

Place doormats at all entrances. Clean or change your doormat regularly. Use carpet protectors under heavy furniture and castors. Rearrange your furniture every few months to change the wear patterns.

Question 3

How often should carpets be cleaned?

Accepted Answer

Thorough weekly vacuuming removes dirt particles that dull your carpet’s appearance and damage its fibres. Heavy traffic areas such as stairs and corridors should be vacuumed daily.

Question 4

How much do carpet tiles cost?

Accepted Answer

Carpet Tiles are a cost-effective flooring solution for homes and businesses. Carpet Tiles usually come in 50cmX50cm squares, from as little at R150 per square meter.

Question 5

Laminate floors vs tiles, what is the difference?

Accepted Answer

Laminate floors have multiple benefits over tiles. Laminate is easy to keep clean, durable, and comes in a range of natural wood looks. Laminate is also quick and easy to install and remove, unlike tiles which are difficult and messy to install and remove.

Question 6

Commercial flooring vs residential, what’s the difference?

Accepted Answer

Commercial flooring is flooring that has been designed to withstand heavier foot traffic than residential flooring. Commercial flooring is ideal for office spaces, retail stores, schools and hospitality sectors. Residential flooring is more suitable for low traffic areas in the homes such as kitchens, dinning areas and bedrooms.

Question 7

Which rugs are easiest to clean?

Accepted Answer

All rugs are relatively easy to clean, especially when compared to wall-to-wall carpets, because rugs can be removed and deep cleaned.

Question 8

What are the different types of artificial grass?

Accepted Answer

There are various types of artificial grass, for various uses. For gardens and homes there are landscaping artifiial grass products that look and feel like real grass, while a slightly different type of artificial grass is better suited for recreational sports areas or playgrounds.

Question 9

Does the artificial grass have a drainage system?

Accepted Answer

The artificial grass backing is designed with drainage holes. The drainage holes allow for the excess water to simply slip through into the base underneath. It is important to ensure that the base has sufficient drainage.

Question 10

Is artificial grass pet friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all our atrificial grassroducts are pet friendly. The artificial grass doesn't stain, and urine drains through it. Any mess can be washed off with a hose.

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