Finishing Touches: Essential Flooring Accessories For Stunning Spaces

The right flooring accessories can add a touch of finesse to your space, ensuring a polished and professional finish when completing a flooring installation. Whether you have chosen carpets, wood laminate or luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), each accessory serves a functional and aesthetic purpose. 

Here is an overview of the varieties, their uses, and the technical benefits of essential flooring accessories commonly used in South Africa.

Carpet Underlays

Underlays provide a cushioned layer beneath your carpet, enhancing comfort and durability. Options range from grey underlays (available in 600 to 1200 grams) to high-density foam varieties. 

Heavier underlays offer better sound insulation, making them ideal for bedrooms or offices. They also increase carpet lifespan by reducing wear and tear, making them an investment in long-term quality.

Skirting Profiles

Skirting profiles are essential for covering the functional gaps between flooring and walls, offering a neat and stylish finish. They come in a variety of materials, such as wood, vinyl, and MDF, each with unique benefits. 

• Vinyl skirting is durable and moisture-resistant, making it perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.
• Wood skirting adds a natural touch to living spaces.
• MDF skirting is the best choice for a painted finish which can blend in or be a contrast to frame the room.

Edging Trims

Edging trims provide a seamless transition between different flooring types, such as wood laminate and tiles. These trims protect edges from chipping and ensure a professional look. Options include metal trims for high-traffic areas and flexible PVC trims for uneven surfaces. Each trim type serves to minimise trip hazards and enhance the longevity of the flooring.

Stair Nosings

Stair nosings are essential for enhancing the safety and durability of stairs. Available in materials like aluminium and rubber, these accessories provide a non-slip edge while protecting stair corners from damage. 

• Rubber nosings are ideal for areas prone to moisture, such as outdoor stairs.
• Aluminium options offer a sleek, modern finish for indoor spaces.

Flooring Adhesives

High-quality adhesives are critical for securing luxury vinyl tiles or wood laminate to the subfloor. Modern adhesives are designed for specific materials, ensuring optimal grip and preventing warping over time. Heat-resistant varieties are particularly useful in sunny areas, where temperature changes can affect flooring stability.

Carpet Grippers

Carpet grippers are small but mighty tools that anchor carpets in place, preventing movement, rippling and trip risks. These come in wooden or aluminium varieties, with the latter being more robust and suitable for high-traffic areas. 

Properly installed grippers ensure a wrinkle-free finish and reduce the need for frequent maintenance.

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