Expert Laminate and Vinyl Flooring Contractors in Durham

Most existing houses do not need to change normal doors for fire doors. However, any new builds or renovations with three or more floors need to have fire doors fitted to any habitable room leading from a stairwell as well as doors leading from an integral garage into the home. This includes loft conversions where the house is becoming three storeys or taller.

Some vinyl will come with an underlay pre-attached to the planks and some will need to be purchased separately so make sure to check with us before purchasing your vinyl flooring.

The durability of your flooring will depend on how well you maintain it and what type of flooring it is. Hardwood flooring can last a lifetime if proper maintenance is carried out. Laminate can last around 30 years with care.

A water based paint should easily come off with warm soapy water and a microfiber cloth. Make sure to wring out the cloth so it is barely damp. If the paint is particularly stubborn, you may have to use a plastic putty knife to carefully scrape off the thickest part of the paint. An oil based paint may be more difficult to remove and specialist paint remover/thinners such as mineral spirits can be used.

Vinyl flooring is made up of sheets of PVC which are stacked to create a durable and natural looking floor plank. A photographic design layer is placed on top of a core layer of PVC and this can come in many different designs, tailored to suit your home. This is then topped with a strong wear layer, which protects the floor and maintains the design.