The show ‘Ugly House to Lovely House’ sees George Clarke and his team of incredible architects renovate some of Britain’s worn down and longstanding houses with a tight budget to achieve a much more modern style. The aim of the program is to show viewers that you don’t have to spend thousands to turn your […]
Hardwood Floor Maintenance Guide
Looking After Your Hardwood Floor Hardwood floors require a certain amount of maintenance to keep them in tip-top condition. With healthy maintenance, your hardwood floor can retain its natural beauty for a Lifetime. Maples & Birch hardwood floors are durable and easy to keep clean, but there are some things you need to keep in […]
Choosing the right pet-friendly hardwood floor
Unsure what type of flooring is most suitable for a pet-friendly home? Consider Hardwood flooring an option, here at Maples & Birch we offer a wide range of hardwoods perfect for you! All hardwoods will indent and scratch over time, whether you have pets or not, though some can put up with the wear and […]
Top Ten Reasons to Choose Hardwood Flooring:
Wood is naturally lovely and adds comfort, cosiness and value to your home. Wooden floors have become so desirable that many home owners are even installing wooden floors, such as Navylam, into their bathrooms! Here are ten great reasons to choose real engineered wooden floors. 1. With any hardwood flooring almost always guaranteed to improve […]
Environmental Benefits of Wood
Not only do hardwood floorings radiate elegance and a high-quality finish to any room, but wooden flooring is also attractive to the eco-friendlier consumer, with both environmental and health benefits. Here’s how: Most people are unaware that the majority of logging companies have a higher net growth of trees in comparison to their annual harvest. […]
Sustainable Wood Wall Panelling – Floors to Walls
Nothing brings depth and richness into a room more than a hardwood floor, so why not take that same ambient feeling and apply it to your walls. Here at Maples & Birch we use a unique mix of reclaimed and specifically designed wood panelling that differ in shape and design to fit any home to […]
Best Exotic Hardwood Floors
So you’ve decided to go for a wooden floor and you’re looking at exotic hardwoods. Well you’re already onto a winner because you’ve just chosen one of the best flooring options available. We’re guessing that you already know that one of the most appealing aspects of an engineered exotic wood floor is the fact that […]
Small Bathroom Flooring Ideas
Small bathrooms don’t have to be Spartan or uncomfortable. When it comes to design and flooring there is a wide range of ideas you can put to good use. Here are some of our bathroom flooring ideas for small bathrooms. A small room can be fashionable, useable and, with the right approach, space-efficient. Here are […]
What is Hand Scraped Wood Flooring?
What is Hand Scraped Wood Flooring? Hand scraped wood flooring is a unique style of hardwood flooring which is an extremely popular option for those looking to add more rustic charm to their home typical of older builders and bygone years. This ambience is achieved through the use of wood that has been, as suggested, […]