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Kitchens are no longer only about cooking – they’re also for living. Cooked meals fill a house with energy – both literal and metaphorical – aromas and comfort that tickle our senses and help to solidify our sense of “home”. With the rise of open-plan kitchen-living spaces, kitchens have become social hubs as well.

From your choice of living room rug to the colour you paint the walls, your living room design determines how comfortable and welcome you, your family and guests feel in your home. In this article, we’ll discuss why the living room is so critical to the home and how you can create your perfect living room design.

Whether it’s the height of summer or winter, extreme temperatures can make or break a home’s comfort levels. Fortunately, with the right insulation in place it’s easy to regulate the temperature in your own home. Blockout blinds are a cost effective, energy efficient solution that will cause minimal disruption to your home.

Carpet is the perfect backdrop to a cosy nook, bedroom or family room. On top of underfoot comfort, carpet is fantastic avenue for adding texture and colour to your favourite spaces. Whatever carpet styles you prefer, Carpet Call is proud to provide flooring solutions to suit all tastes.

Laminate is a cost-effective and high-performing option for incorporating hard flooring into your home or office – but no flooring comes without important considerations. If you’re planning to lay new hard floors in your home, read on for more insights into the pros and cons of laminate flooring.

Window shutters are an excellent alternative, or addition, to soft window treatments like blinds. Available for interior or exterior installation, window shutters bring a range of practical benefits as well as a unique rustic vibe.

On top of being sleek, modern and easy to operate, keeping your roller blinds clean is easy, with no nooks or crannies to harbour dust and grime.

Renovating or fitting out a new building is extremely exciting – you finally get to see your hard work come together as walls are painted and flooring is laid. Your on-trend home or office becomes a reality. However, before you get there, you need to consider the costs of your project.

Window treatments like blinds and shutters are more than just functional. While they bring a range of benefits to the privacy and comfort of your home, they’re also a great opportunity to express your personal style and create great visual interest on your walls.

When looking to buy a new rug for your home, it’s important to consider how you need your rug to look, feel and last – and these largely come down to the fibre it’s made from.

Let’s take a look at some common natural rug fibres to help you pick the best one for your purpose.

The carpet in your home puts up with a lot during its lifetime. With good maintenance, it can handle general wear and tear throughout the years, however, there comes a time when it’ll face substances that can’t be banished with a quick vacuum.

When choosing flooring for your home, one of the first things you should consider is the amount of activity the room sees. Is it the main thoroughfare through your house, connecting the entrance to your living spaces or bedrooms? Is it a space where family and friends like to congregate, like the kitchen or lounge?

Bathrooms often present a challenge in terms of creating a space that is highly durable in the face of constantly humid and damp conditions. However, one of the last considerations for many people when fitting out their bathroom is the choice of window furnishings. Blinds are a natural fit for the bathroom, but what should you know when choosing yours?

Here in Australia, we love our furry friends. Almost 40 per cent of households have dogs, while cats can be found in just under 30 per cent of homes according to Animal Medicines Australia. With so many pets playing a big role in our daily lives, one of the biggest considerations for pet-owners is finding the right flooring.

So you want to include a rug in your living room decor. Great idea! Rugs are an easy way to add a pop of colour and style to your home, as well as put some cosy insulation underfoot. Chosen properly, a rug can anchor your living room’s design scheme, balancing or incorporating elements throughout the room to create an inviting, comfortable and attractive space.

Windows and window treatments are an integral part of any design – they can be the difference between a light, spacious kitchen and a closed-off utilitarian space. Think about how often you catch yourself staring out of your kitchen window, taking in peaceful views while your hands are busy doing the boring work. We spend a lot of time using the windows in our kitchens, but it’s important we have the ability to cover them when needed for insulation and privacy.

Your bathroom is one of the most crucial rooms in the home when it comes to renovation. Choosing the right materials for amenities, fixtures and of course, flooring, can be make or break in terms of both style and function.

When renovating your home, flooring can be one of the most daunting aspects to consider.

Achieving your ideal look and feel can often come at a hefty cost, and the price of installation can hike that up even higher. If you’re looking for flooring solutions that are considerate toward your budget while still providing excellent quality, stylish design and underfoot comfort, look no further than floating floorboards.