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Engineered vs. Solid Timber Flooring: Explore the Advantages of Engineered Flooring

When it comes to selecting the best timber flooring for your home, you might find it challenging to choose between engineered and solid timber planks. Solid timber flooring has been the traditional choice, but before you stick to the conventional path, let's consider the benefits of modern engineered timber flooring compared to traditional solid hardwood floors. You might discover that a contemporary timber flooring solution is actually a better option for you....

Building or Renovating: How to Select the Perfect Flooring for Your Home?

Choosing the right flooring can be a challenging task, especially when you don't know where to start. Whether you're building a new home or renovating an existing one, selecting the right flooring surface is essential as it sets the tone for the beauty and comfort of your living space. With so many flooring options available, you need to consider your needs, lifestyle, and preferences before making a decision.To help you make the right choice, we've put together a quick guide featuring some of o...

From Resale Value to Durability: Why Hard Surface Flooring is Taking Over Homes in New Zealand

Are you considering replacing your carpet with hard surface flooring? If so, you're not alone. In New Zealand, the trend of installing hard surface flooring is on the rise, and for good reason.Hard surface flooring offers a variety of benefits that make it an attractive choice for homeowners. From durability to hygiene, hard surface flooring is a smart investment that can improve the look and functionality of your home. Let's take a look at why hard surface flooring is a popular choice....

What's the difference between Chevron and Herringbone?

Creating a stunning interior design is not just about choosing the right furniture and wall colour. The flooring you choose will also make a significant impact on the overall look and feel of your space. Wood flooring has always been a popular choice for homeowners who want to add warmth, beauty and a touch of sophistication to their home.When we think of more traditional wood flooring styles, Herringbone and Chevron are two patterns that come to mind. Both patterns are known for their timeless ...

Where to see our floors installed April to Sept 2023

See our flooring installed in the following show homes—opening hours may differ, so please visit the builder's own website for individual show home hours. ...

What is a floating floor and why it might be a good choice for your home?

When it comes to flooring options, there are many different types available on the market. A floating floor is one type of flooring that is hugely popular in New Zealand, but what is a floating floor, and why might a floating floor be a good choice for your home?...

Wood Flooring Grades Explained: Which grade is right for you?

When selecting a wood floor for your home, there is more to consider than colour alone. The beauty of a timber floor lies in the individual plank, which contains its unique detail and texture.But did you know that each plank has been curated from an initial selection process and then finished with a particular method? The result is a plank with a labelled "Grade" that specifies if the wood details and textures are prominent, medium or mild.The Grade of the wood is something that needs to be cons...

What you need to know about E3/AS1 rules for wet and splash areas

When changes to the building code came into effect late 2021, some people were confused about what constituted a wet area – and what kinds of floorings were considered acceptable.We know it’s important to make sure that you get a solution that’s right for you and your needs, and that it’s going to stand the test of time – especially for wet areas, where choosing the incorrect option could cause headaches down the line.Here’s what you should know about the latest updates to the E3/AS1...