Selecting the perfect rug

Picking our the perfect rug for your style comes down to personal choice but we have a few things to consider when it comes to size, colours and patterns that might help you. 

Size 

When selecting a rug size there are three generic choices, these are  5x8, 8x10, or 9x12. However custom rugs can easily be made to perfectly suit your room and your furniture layout. 

Depending if you want only some or all of your furniture to rest on the rug, we suggest leaving at least 18 inches of bare floor exposed around your rug’s edges.

Colours

The colour of your rug is a very important decision as it will set the tone for the entire room. 

You will need to consider the tone of your floor and also your furniture. If your room has a lot of colour and patterns, you may want to opt for a neutral rug with one single colour.  

If you want your rug to be a focal point in the room, choose a brighter colour that will complement your walls and furniture.   

If you have a small room, a light floor will help reflect light and result in the appearance of a larger space. A simple light coloured rug would be a cost effective solution to lightening up your floor. 

If you have a lot of solid colours in your room, consider a patterned rug. Pick out colours from your sofa, artwork, drapes or cushions to bring consistency to the room. 

If you are still unsure what would best suit your space and style, chat to our in-house interior designer, Dallis. She will help you match your rug to your home and your budget! 

Call 1300 795 768

Choosing your floor colour

Flooring is a big decision and not one to be taken lightly as after all, it is one of the biggest surface areas within the home.

Here are our 4 biggest tips to consider when choosing your floor colouring.

1 - Your room size.

Do you want to make your room feel larger? Opt for a lighter coloured flooring. If you are looking for more of a cosy or intimate space then have a look at darker finishes. 

2 - What’s your mood?

Do you want a breezy, light filled, beach vibe? White or light timber finishes will be key here. 

Would you like a contemporary feel, have you considered a black option for a sense of drama - a good drama of course! 

Maybe you would like a classic theme, a simple dark wood / laminate could be perfect. 

3 - Don’t forget your furniture!

If you are not investing in new furniture, it is very important to consider the existing colours you will be working with in your home. Do you have some special artwork you want to compliment? A sofa you just cannot part with? Keep these in mind when shortlisting you floor colouring. 

Show us some pictures of your key items so we can help advise you on our complimenting colour options. 

4 - It’s all in the lighting

Like your paint colours, your flooring can look different throughout the day. Ask us for some free samples to check how they look at different times of the day, with both natural and artificial light. 

Keeping your carpet like new this winter...

Did you know that winter can actually be considered the BEST time to clean your carpets? 

It’s that time of the year when we turn inwards for warmth and comfort to see us through the winter months. 

Spending more time inside, means our homes become an important source of hospitality and restoration. With your holiday visitors and vacation period at home it is understandable that you will find more spills and stains on rugs and carpets during cold months.

Not forgetting the cold winds bring in the dust, debris, and other pollutants into the house which commonly get accumulated on the carpets and rugs, along with the dampness from wet shoes and muddy accidents which can also add to your problems. 

Chat to your local carpet cleaner about maintaining your carpets this winter! 

Here are our 4 top tips to keep your carpet clean:

1 - Invest in some good quality floor mats!
Adding mats at your entries will help to absorb soil, moisture and any debris before it gets brought in to the house and on to your carpets. Don’t forget to regularly shake them out to prevent the debris travelling through your home.

2 - Vacuum regularly.
It’s a no brainer to vacuum all year round to maintain clean carpets.  Regular cleaning helps to remove the dirt particles before they become embedded in the carpet pile - we reccomend to vacuum at least once a week. Is your vacuum it self good quality and doing it’s job properly?

3 - Spot cleaners.
Make sure you have a good quality spot cleaner in your cupboards to quickly fix up any marks or stains that appear. It is important to treat spills or stains as soon as possible.

4 - Clean your outdoor entry spaces.
Make sure you keep the entry to your home tidy and as clean as possible. This makes it less likely for your family & pets to bring in leaves and dirt.

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Is it simply time for a new carpet? - contact us! 

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D&M Flooring - for all of your new carpets, underlay & rug needs. We offer a free consultation & quote, simply call 1300 795 768 or email enquiry@dmfw.com.au

Antimicrobial Carpet for Your Home & Workplace

With great focus on the importance of hygiene at the moment, we thought it would be appropriate to increase your awareness of some antimicrobial flooring products we have available for your home and workplace.

As well as vinyl and PVC flooring options, you can now get antimicrobial backed carpets. Antimicrobials not only helps keep the area you don’t see cleaner, it also helps flooring last longer. 

We supply and fit Beaulieu Carpets - Australia’s only carpet manufacturer that has a range of broadloom carpets that are approved by the Sensitive Choice program of the National Asthma Council Australia.

These carpets are engineered to help provide a healthier indoor environment for your family that can effectively control, bacteria, fungi, mould & mildew, algae and house dust mites by incorporating antimicrobial technology into the latex or secondary backing.

Beaulieu Australia has added Ultra-Fresh protection to selected products in both their residential and commercial ranges. The main “objective” of an antimicrobial product is to inhibit or kill other microorganisms, helping to keep the backing cleaner and fresher.

The photos below show you an example of a treated vs untreated carpet backing. Under the right conditions, mould and mildew can flourish by using the carpet latex as a favourite food source, especially when moisture becomes trapped underneath

Untreated carpet backing

Carpet backing treated with Ultra Fresh

*source https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-applications/antimicrobial-flooring-carpet/

Both carpet samples were tested using the AATCC Method 174, Part III.  The test organism used was Aspergillus niger.

Ultra-Fresh is tested by national and international regulatory bodies and supported with a 50 year track record of safety and efficacy and is now used worldwide as an effective step to creating a healthier home environment for you and your family.

• Benefits of Antimicrobial Flooring and Antimicrobial Carpet:

• Prevents unwanted musty odours in carpets, rugs and bathmats

• Keeps inaccessible areas of flooring, such as the base of carpet fibres or the backing, clean and well protected

• Guards adhesives against microbial attack, slowing material breakdown

• Protects flooring from stains and discolouration 

If you would like to learn more about antimicrobial products and protection from Beaulieu Australia, contact our team today on 1300 795 768. 

Walking on clouds - choosing underlay

Did you know that underlay can make all the difference to the way your new carpet looks, feels and wears?

Do you want that walking on clouds feeling in your home? Underlay not only supports your carpet, protects against sound, moisture and other damaging elements, but it adds that extra cushioning and a plush feel.

When choosing the right underlay, whether it be for carpet or laminate flooring, the density, material, thickness, and tog rating will all come in to play. You will also need to assess the base it is being fitted to, is it a concrete or wooden base?

If you have good quality carpets or flooring already fitted we can also help you to add that extra level of comfort by upgrading your underlay.

We love using 'Airstep' products. Airstep is Australia’s only complete underlay company, focusing on quality and affordability. 90% of their products are manufactured in Melbourne - perfect, we love to support Australian made products!

The carpet you choose is only as good as the underlay you support it with. We want to make this process simple for you. With over 40 years in the flooring industry we can offer you our expert advice on best underlay for your home or business. T: 1300 795 768