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When you have a furry friend living with you, accidents can happen. If you’re dealing with a pet stain on your carpet—urine, poop, or vomit—a combination of immediate action and deep cleansing can typically restore the carpet to pristine condition. Even if you don’t notice a stain until it has dried and set into the carpet, there are still ways to clean the area.

The following tips will help you to neutralize the odor and remove the stain. All of these carpet-cleaning processes can be repeated as many times as necessary to get the job done.

The site of an accident often will be fairly apparent visually. If not, you can typically locate the affected area by smell. It’s important to remove all traces of the stain, or your pet might continue to use that spot to relieve itself.

1. Remove Solids and Soak Up Liquids

As quickly as possible, remove solids with a dull knife or spatula and soak up urine stains with white paper towels or an old cloth. If using a cloth, press it firmly into the stain using an old shoe and keep moving to a dry area or new paper towel to absorb as much liquid as possible.

2. Clean The Stain

For synthetic carpets (Rhino Carpet, Nylon, Polyester), mix 1/4 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap with one cup of warm warm water. Apply the cleaning solution to the stain area and work from the outside of the stain toward the centre to avoid spreading the stain. Allow the cleaning solution to remain on the spill for at least five minutes and then blot with a clean white cloth until no more stain transfers to the cloth. Do not rub the stain area or you might damage the carpet fibres. Rinse with cold water and be sure to remove all cleaning solution from the carpet.

For wool carpet, rinse the area carefully with cold water and then mix one teaspoon of mild laundry detergent (ideally one approved for wool) and one teaspoon of white vinegar in one litre of warm water, this is your cleaning solution. Apply this solution to the area and rinse, soaking up all liquid excess with paper towels or an absorbent cloth. Continue wetting and rinsing, until you’ve lifted all the nasty colour out of the carpet. What you’re doing is essentially ‘flushing’ the carpet to continually dilute the stain and eventually lift it out completely.

Sometimes you’ll have to complete the process to completely get the stain out. When your carpet has dried vacuum the area to restore the texture.

If a stain has been left for some time and become too stubborn for the above methods, a professional carpet cleaner may be required.

We recommend getting your carpet professionally cleaned every 12 to 18 months.

Just put down hard flooring in your home and not too sure how to maintain it? Or had your hard flooring for years but you’ve never been quite sure if you’re caring for it right?

Here are our top tips to best care for your hard floors.

Prevent Damage To Your Hard Flooring

• If your floor has just been laid, remove any loose dirt or debris with a broom or vacuum. Follow this by mopping the surface with a well-wrung damp cloth.

• Use door mats at all entrances to reduce the amount of debris walked into the house.

• Regularly clean mats and rugs placed on hard flooring.

• Do not use a vacuum with a beater bar or be sure to turn the beater bar off.

• Rubber can leave stubborn marks on hard flooring, so don’t leave waxed or rubber products in prolonged contact with your hard floor. Furniture legs often have rubber castors, these can be replaced with plastic or nylon ends or use felt pads to protect the floor.

• Use furniture coasters to distribute the weight of heavy items such as couches.

• Don’t use high abrasive pads or scourers as they could scratch the floor.

• Never use a solvent-based waxed, seals, polishes or varnish particularly those containing acetone and they can destroy the wear layer that protects the floor.

• Lift heavy objects when moving furniture or appliances. Do not roll or slide them across the floor.

Cleaning Your Hard Floor

Day to Day Cleaning

To remove loose dirt and for daily protection, use a soft broom or vacuum cleaner to remove hard particle debris from the floor. Use a micro-fibre mop with water or a neutral detergent to clean floors. If a neutral detergent is used, ensure it is wiped away after clean. Be sure not to over wet the floor, a damp mop is sufficient.

Please refer to product maintenance guides provided with laminate or wood based products when it comes to mopping.

Please note: not all products resist the very high heat steam mops produce, please refer to the individual products care and maintenance guide regarding steam mops.

Stubborn Dirt and Stains

If a spill occurs it is best practice to clean it up ASAP to avoid staining. Try to remove a stain with a damp cloth or with eucalyptus oil. If the stain won’t disappear it is recommended to use a professional cleaner as outlined by the manufacturer. Please refer to the instructions for the manufactures cleaning guide and ask your Carpet Court consultant if you require any further information.

Please note: do not use abrasive cleaning pads, sponges and cloths, or scourers, etc. Do not sand, varnish, or wax your floor. Solvents and ammonia based cleaners will also damage your floor, so do not use these products. See our hardfloor cleaning products.

Remarks

The care advice provided here is in addition to the cleaning and care recommendations of the manufacturers. It serves as a guideline; is not binding, and does not claim to be complete.

Rattan + Wicker Furniture

Rattan/Wicker has been re-emerging over the last couple of years, but this Spring, it’s set to take the interior world by storm!

Forget the more simple ‘70s look—rattan has been given a seriously modern update. Think peacock-inspired bedheads, wicker storage units, and rattan and chrome chairs: There’s something out there for every room and budget.

Rattan/wicker offers a warmth, charm and level of comfort to your home that other materials can’t. Whether taking on contemporary or more traditional shapes, having rattan/wicker pieces in your home invites organic elements that layer well with other decor.

Break up a modern inspired living room with wicker ottomans or add a beach feel to a glamorous bedroom with a rattan bench or accent chair. However it is introduced, furniture in this material adds a casual and comfortable element to any space.

General Eclectic Bed Head Petal from The Market

Panama Bamboo Hall Console Table from The French Villa

Clusters of Pendant Lights

Lighting fixtures do more than brighten up a room—they’re a bold detail. Go for multi-pendant fixtures, and by multi we mean at least 5 pendants, especially ones made from natural materials, because what says ‘Summer is on its way’ more than beautiful rattan pendants? The natural materials also help to tone down how over-the-top such a large number of pendants are, if you’re into a more minimalist look.

Performance Fabrics and Materials

Performance fabrics are a must—they have changed the way we live by making every room functional for the entire family. They could be used in the messiest of family rooms, but also in luxurious living and dining rooms while maintaining a fashionable aesthetic. And when it comes to carpet, SmartStrand is that performance fabric. Tough on stains, kind underfoot, our revolutionary ‘Forever Clean’ spill-and-soil barrier on our Rhino Carpet defends your home against life’s unexpected messy moments with ease.

From the pitter-patter of little feet to four-legged friends; accidental spills to muddy stomps; Rhino’s superior carpets protect with tough love that lasts for years.

Home Office

Possibly the most relevant interior design trend of 2020 is creating a home office. With an uplift in remote work, there is a need to create a workspace that is productive and functional.

If having a home office feels luxurious at this point, there are ways to organize creatively and make just about any area a workspace. Guest rooms, a bedroom area, even closets can double as offices. A small floating shelf, a mini secretary desk, or a leaning ladder are some space smart solutions that help anchor a space for work.

Mixed Metals

This Spring there is definitely an obsession with metals. Both finishings and furniture in silver, gold, tin, and copper will be prominent with such confidence that mixing them takes the trend a step beyond.

Here are some guidelines that help to keep metals from being an overwhelming feature in your room.

Be careful not to mix more than three metals in one space, when mixing warm (brass, gold, copper) and cool coloured (aluminium, silver, stainless steel) metals, choose one dominant colour and an accent one.
Having a primary metal ensures your space a sense of unity, while accent metals will guide the eyes throughout the room.
Neutral metals like cast iron and other black metals can easily combine with both.
Even though multiple metals may inhabit your space, you don’t want them to be competing for attention. Don’t clutter a space with too many metal pieces.

Wood

Natural timbers or grey tones are still very trendy, and you can see these finishes below with our COREtec Naturals in colour Meadow (also available in herringbone), Rhino EverCore Nature in colour Bespoke Oak (also available in herringbone), COREtec Naturals in colour Haze and Quick-Step Compact in colour Slate Grey Oak Extra Matt. But expect to see more wooden cabinetry from now on as well.

Designers are mixing painted cabinets with raw wood cabinets in kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms because the warmth of a wooden cabinet not only brings interest to a space but it also helps add balance to it. Yes, we are finally saying goodbye to all-white spaces and hello to warm tones!

Rhino EverCore Nature Rigid Bespoke Oak in Kitchen — Rhino EverCore Nature in colour Bespoke Oak

Quick-Step Compact in colour Slate Grey Oak Extra Matt

Have you ever walked into someone’s house and felt like you’re walking through a show room? Every room is so stylish, everything looks luxurious, everything matches, has a purpose, has it’s place and is perfectly aligned. It’s simply stunning.

You find yourself wishing that your house was so tidy and trendy but know it wouldn’t be possible, especially while the kids are still living at home!

The Comfortable Contemporary style takes that immaculately stylised look and makes it liveable – it’s modern, practical and works with your busy family life. It’s a universal look that visually has a broad spectrum.

Liking what you hear? Well it’s about to get better…This style works with you, you don’t need to go buy all the latest things to create it. It takes the current trends and works with what you already have.

Why should you pick contemporary interior design?

It’s timeless with a long life look
It lends itself to large spaces and works really well with open plan living
It doesn’t need to be expensive to look good!

What does a Comfortable Contemporary house look like?

We refer to it as a big softie – it has softer edges and woven textures (imagine those large woven blankets or a duvet with funky stitching)
Light colours (beige, cream, whites and light brown) – if you have light coloured timber flooring or beige carpets you’re off to a great start!
The furniture feels lived in, so it’s okay the house isn’t in pristine condition
Investment pieces are neutral
Colour and texture is delivered through accents. You don’t need to go buying any bold statement pieces or rip up the carpet to create this look!

Does this look suit you?

Comfortable Contemporary is a winner all round as it suits most home environments.

There can be quite a bit to consider when flooring the bathroom. Most importantly it needs to be able to cope with moisture, humidity, water and temperature changes and of course it needs to look good. Although there’s quite a lot to consider you’ve also got a lot of options. We’ve narrowed it down and created a list of our favourite bathroom tiles ideas and designs for the perfect waterproof flooring options.

Porcelain and Ceramic Bathroom Tiles

Tiles are one of the most popular flooring choices for bathrooms. Wall & floor bathroom tiles are waterproof, durable and stain-resistant. They are classic, clean and come in thousands of shapes, patterns, colours and textures to suit any bathroom configuration and any style or design preference.

Porcelain tile has a very low moisture absorption rate making it perfect for the humid environment of bathrooms.

Although tile floors are very practical for bathrooms, they can be cold underfoot, especially in cool climates and winter months, which isn’t ideal for a room where you mostly visit barefoot, but this can be remedied with underfloor heating.

Advantages of bathroom floor tiles

Extremely durable—can last for decades
Waterproof
Easy to clean
Many designs and styles available
Suitable for underfloor heating

Disadvantages of bathroom floor tiles

Cold underfoot
Hard underfoot
Grout joints are prone to trapping dirt and stains
A more complicated installation than most other types of flooring
Additional materials needed (underfloor heating) can significantly add to the overall cost

View our tile range

Vinyl and LVT Bathroom Flooring

Karndean Art Select Oak Parquet Blond Oak in Bathroom — Karndean Art Select Oak Parquet Blond Oak

Available in sheets, tiles, or luxury vinyl planks, vinyl is a popular choice for bathroom flooring. Vinyl floors are waterproof, hard wearing, easy to maintain and relatively inexpensive. The soft backing makes vinyl a lot softer than tiles or timber too, which is a big plus when it comes to a wet area where slip-and-fall accidents can be common.

Sheet vinyl is your best choice if extreme amounts of water are expected such as in a kid’s bathroom. Because it comes in large sheets there are very few or zero seems which makes for a much better barrier against moisture.

Luxury vinyl plank (LVP/LVT) is an increasingly popular choice. Available in plank or tile looks, luxury vinyl floors as the name suggests are quite luxurious in appearance but cost a fraction of what natural stone or hardwood flooring costs.

Advantages of vinyl bathroom flooring

Waterproof
Cost-effective
Softer and warmer underfoot than tile and timber
Many designs and styles available

Disadvantages of vinyl bathroom flooring

Often has poor resale value
Vinyl can be gouged or scratched rather easily

View our vinyl flooring range

Rigid Flooring For Bathroom

Rigid flooring sometimes known as ‘hybrid flooring’ is the latest hardflooring innovation. Combining the best attributes of both laminate and vinyl, rigid flooring is waterproof and dent resistant. Rigid is the first rigid floating floor product that can be installed throughout the entire home creating a seamless look.

Since rigid is 100% waterproof, rigid floors can be installed into wet areas and will never swell when exposed to water, making it perfect for bathroom floors.

Made with a printed visual layer, rigid mimics natural materials such as wood and stone so well it could convince anyone it’s the genuine material.

Advantages of rigid flooring in bathrooms

100% waterproof
Ultra-durable
A beautiful flooring surface
Warmer and softer underfoot than tiles
Easy to clean

Disadvantages of rigid flooring in bathrooms

Can be expensive

View our rigid flooring range

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Spending time in nature has the power to calm the mind, refresh the body and renew the spirit.

Experts recommend at least an hour a day of “Forrest Bathing” (immersing yourself in nature) to relieve stress. But chances are, you don’t log enough hours in the bush, or by the beach to enjoy the full results! When natural landscapes are in short supply, try adding a few earthy elements to your home. Bring the essence of the outside in with natural materials, textures and soothing hues.

Wood, Stone, Wool and Greenery are your best bets for creating a natural sanctuary of your own.

The simple setting above illustrates the basics of a Naturalist home…Wood, Plants, Natural Fibres, Sunlight & Simplicity!

This decorating scheme of soft greys, undyed cottons and hand-made stoneware accessories evokes the feeling of a rocky beach. More harmonious than matching, an eclectic grouping of cushions in greys and neutrals make for a sophisticated, timeless setting. Once laid, this versatile foundation can be easily refreshed with an accessory or two.

Sofa cushions left to right: August Charcoal, Stonewashed Linen Stone, Cusco, Thea, Stonewash Linen Charcoal, August Natural. Throw: Stonewashed Linen Charcoal

These delicate grey sheers filter the sun while still allowing plenty of natural light to flood the room (Curtain Studio, Breeze Concrete).

If cream carpet isn’t a good fit for your lifestyle, you can still achieve a light and breezy look with hard flooring. We love the airy-light feeling of Malmo Mammut Laminate in Makro Oak Light Grey.

For a textured, yet modern space, wood furniture pieces in natural, rustic finishes are a highly effective addition. A well-made piece adds gravitas to your home and can last for generations.

This interior from woodedit.com ticks all the boxes: Wood, sisal, clay, natural light & greenery.

Photo: Woodedit.com Get this look with our Belgotex Barcelona Offset Tile

Great for masking architectural eye-sores, filling awkward voids or simply softening a room…PLANTS bring so many benefits of nature into the home!

Their air-filtering properties are well documented, but did you know that they also relieve stress and increase productivity? Not to mention the infinite varieties of shape, texture and size that add a living design element to your interior.

Margot Hanging Planter from Urban Outfitters

This season the emphasis is on pink, deep rouge, berry tones and olive green, brick walls, home bars and dried flowers to name a few.

Pink, and not just millennial pink

After a decade or two of pink being associated with tweens’ bedrooms, pink is back! There are, however a few rules for mastering this candy colour. First one being, avoid anything that vaguely reminds you of a colour Barbie would wear; blush-toned, muted pinks are the way to go paired with deep rouge, maroon and charcoal grey. Be sure to keep finishes matt – anything shiny and pink, and you are entering six-year-old’s bedroom territory again.

Cushions & Throw from CurtainStudio, Images from Pinterest

Exposed bricks are back

Exposed brick interior walls are one of the most popular home design trends right now. Exposed brick adds a lot character, texture and interest to a room, they can make an otherwise boring space look warm and inviting, not to mention unique. If terracotta is not your thing, they look just as good lime washed or painted creating a subtler style and if a whole wall is too much you could opt for just an exposed fireplace instead.

The home bar

We’ve been enjoying drinks indoors for quite some time now, during and post-pandemic. And although lockdown restrictions have eased up, a home bar is still a must in every home this year and beyond. This is a practical and very Gatsby-like addition, think bar carts, cocktail chairs and plenty of neon signs.

Paint a corner olive green

Bringing the beauty of nature into your home, olive green has burst onto the interiors scene for winter 2020. Warm and natural, soothing and serene olive green is the perfect hue for relaxing spaces.

Pair with white, beige and tan for for a contemporary feel. Pink and green are opposite one another on the colour wheel, which makes them work together beautifully. Freshen up your Scandi vibes by placing this warm green alongside your Millennial pink pieces.

Dried flowers

Excellent news for those of us whose fresh flowers don’t last very long….dried flowers are officially back from the dead, and they’re making a rather chic comeback.

Search #driedflowers or #driedflorals on instagram or pinterest and more than a million photos of dried flowers and foliage will pop up.

Set to become one of the biggest trends of 2020, the dried flower options are endless, from feathery grasses to cute bunny tails, lavender and thistles. And for good reason too; they’re low-maintenance, eco-friendly as they last longer than cut flowers, plus they bring a whole new range of faded colour options.

Find out how to make your own dried flower arrangement here.

The naturalist trend of Summer comes inside for Autumn. Inspired by the cosy comfort of a holiday lodge. Rich moody earth tones, soft neutral faux furs with plush textures, chunky knits and natural blended fabrics will be perfect for the cooler seasons.

Colour

This season the emphasis is on colour and creating a cosy, comforting scheme, olive green and soft grey toned blues combine with earthy terracotta tones and a splash of spicy mustard to add some relaxed warmth to your space.

Domani Toscana Midnight Duvet Cover Set by Farmers

Scarlett Aztec Duvet Cover Set by Farmers

Texture

The cooler months are the perfect time to layer up your home. We are seeing texture increasingly being used to add interest to rooms. A look that we are loving is layering up different textures in the same, or very similar colours. It’s perfect if you are big on neutrals and need to find different ways to decorate your rooms without using too many colours.

In a living room, cushions and blankets are an obvious way of doing this but in other rooms, try bringing in textures with plants (dried flowers are everywhere this year) prints and well curated knick knacks.

Shape

Nature’s presence in the home is a trend that repeats and repeats. This autumn, it is not simply the colours that are inspired by Mother Nature, but the form of the latest furniture and home accessories too. A rounded hallway console, curved sofa, organic wavy artwork or shapes in fabric.

Deep Grey Velvet Curved Sofa by Cox and Cox

Floral

Be brave and bold with beautiful colour influenced by flora and fauna. Floral is back with a modern update. Large and small, bold coloured, metallic and in the form of prints, ceilings, cushions, walls and couches. You can use dark floral upholstery, wallpapers or paintings to incorporate this trend.

Style tip – When mixing florals, make sure there’s a common colour on each item to tie them together.

Midnight Velvet Floral Duvet Set by Farmers

Eclipse Floral Velvet Cushion by The Design Store

Rhino is proud to be one of New Zealand’s Most Trusted Carpet brands.

The results of the latest Most Trusted Brands survey for New Zealand are out, and we’re thrilled to have secured a top slot.

Reader’s Digest commissioned Catalyst Market Research to survey New Zealanders’ opinions of a range of NZ brands. Our Rhino brand achieved a Highly Commended rating in the Carpet category.

Reader’s Digest Australasian editor-in-chief Louise Waterson says being a Trusted Brand top place getter is a great achievement, well deserving of acknowledgement. Consumers appreciate being able to turn to brands they trust, especially in challenging times.

“This is an unprecedented time in history right now with the COVID 19 situation and trust has never been more tested in our community. With the pandemic taking hold, consumers have turned to those trusted and familiar brands to protect themselves and their families,” she says.

The Trusted Brands survey (now in its 21st year) has grown to include 69 categories of products and services.

Catalyst Research surveyed a representative sample of 1,601 New Zealand adults, selected to reflect the demographics of the general population. They were tasked with completing an on-line questionnaire.

The range of categories included, for example: beds, tyres, carpet, paint, cleaning products, insurance, hair care, home-builders, jewellers, real estate, supermarkets, kindergartens and charities.

To view the full Rhino range of products and find a stockist visit rhinofloor.co.nz

Rhino Phoenix Fairwood Carpet in a kids bedroom

Rhino EverCore Herringbone Rigid Tortoise Shell in dining room

Rhino Portland Skywalker Carpet in Kids Bedroom

Rhino West Haven Oyster Shell in Bedroom

A palette drawn from sea, sand, stones and sky.

Coastal inspired home decor has always been around, though not always distinctly “On Trend”. Coastal’s classic appeal means it never really goes out of style, yet overtime it has evolved. These days Coastal Style is more Natural than Nautical.

In a literal sense, the coastal style of the moment draws colour inspiration from, well…the coast. A palette drawn from sea, sand, stones and sky provides endless possibilities. In a less tangible yet equally important way, modern coastal style is all about evoking the feeling of a seaside vacation. Breezy, relaxed, comfortable and easygoing…that’s how coastal style should make you feel. And with a few simple guidelines, that’s how you’ll feel putting it all together!

Colour: The best coastal palettes combine warm and cool neutrals with a healthy dose of white or cream. Natural wood tones are key, layered with interesting textures and subtle pattern. Blue accents are a classic but not mandatory.

Here are two examples of perfect coastal style…they both tick all the boxes.

When establishing your colour scheme, a great place to start is the floor. The example on the left above achieves the look using classic, white-washed wood flooring, while the one on the right grounds the room with rustic dark wood. If darker wood is your preference, just be sure to balance it with white walls and light furniture.

Get the look with Quickstep Variano in Painted White Oak and Rhino EverCore Nature in Ancient Oak.

Here’s a lovely example of warm, honey-toned wood flooring as the base for a coastal scheme. Get the look with Malmo Mammut Mountain Oak Nature.

Texture: Another key feature of coastal style is natural texture. This comes from accessories of course, but should be considered in choices of furniture, lighting and especially the floor. This interior is a great example of mixing multiple wood textures with natural textiles and a cool grey floor. The floor here is cement, but it works in a coastal scheme as it mimics smooth beach stones. Get the look with Rhino EverCore Stone in Graphite.

Lifestyle: The most important aspect of coastal décor is easy-living. Create a fuss-free space for your family to relax. Remember not to get overly precious about any one element. Pick a bare-feet friendly flooring you can run through your entire home for a simple, unified look. Try our QuickStep Impressive (shown below in Concrete Wood Light Grey). It’s water and scratch resistant making it a perfect option for kitchens and bathrooms. Keep it coastal in the lounge with a jute area-rug or a cozy natural-wool runner by the bed.

Quick-Step Impressive in Concrete Wood Light Grey

Coastal style is all about layering! Inspired by the natural elements of sand, sea, grass and sky, Warm Neutrals soften a crisp blue and white scheme.

Summer, naturally a restrained, neutral colour scheme stays lively with texture! Hard-Flooring is cool underfoot and a great way to add natural textures to your home.

Pictured: Rhino Rhode Island in Mammoth Mountain. Rhino New Orleans in St. Charles Ave. Rhino EverCore Nature in Pastel Oak. Resene paint colours: Boticceli, Escape & Biscay.

Summer, naturally a restrained, neutral colour scheme stays lively with texture! Hard-Flooring is cool underfoot and a great way to add natural textures to your home.

Pictured: Rhino EverCore Nature in Pastel Oak. Rhino EverCore Stone in Graphite. Rhino EverCore Stone in Riverstone. Rhino EverCore Nature in Bespoke Oak. Custom and readymade fabrics from Curtain Studio.

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Apartment 1 – Lisa & Ribz

Lisa and Ribz used our Malmo Exquisit Laminate in Nostalgie Teak Graphite throughout their entire apartment and were the only team to forgo carpet. They were also the only team to use a hard floor in their Master Bedroom, a room with a bold green feature wall but anchored by their rich brown floor lead them to their only room reveal.

Malmo Exquisit Laminate radiates warmth and is as pleasant to walk on as solid wood. Its embossed grained and matte surface shimmer gives it an authentic look. Its scratch resistant, durable properties makes it a perfect hard floor option for busy families.

Using hard floor in the entire house is a modern yet practical choice of flooring and really fitted the New York loft feel of the apartment.

Apartment 2 – Stacy & Adam

Stacy and Adam went for a mix of light and dark flooring in their house to create a strong contrast. They chose Rhino Portland in Skywalker a dark charcoal colour for their kids bedroom, which they went on to win. Rhino Carpet is perfect for homes with kids and pets because when spills and life happen, it won’t leave a lasting impact on your carpet.

The couple chose a warm honey coloured oak look floor (Waveless Oak Nature) from our Malmo Exquisit Laminate range to use in their kitchen, dining and living space which was a winner with the judges. The embossed grain and matte surface give it the authentic look and feel of warm natural wood.

The strong contrast between the dark carpet and the light wood-look flooring worked really well in their stylish and modern home.

Apartment 3 – Ethan & Sam

Ethan and Sam chose to use our Malmo Exquisit Laminate in Prestige Oak Light throughout their kitchen, hallway and living areas. The Malmo Exquisit Laminate radiates warmth and is as pleasant to walk on as solid wood. The contrast of the light floor with their darker hues throughout the house worked really nicely at creating the perfect balance of colour.

In the three bedrooms the boys opted for our exclusive Rhino Portland carpet in Dried Peat, a slightly darker carpet to offset the lighter tones used on the walls and throughout the furniture. Portland has Rhino’s patented Forever Clean technology making it easy maintenance for those with pets and families because of its stain resistance and easy to clean technology.

Penthouse – Sophia & Mikaere

Sophia and Mikaere choose to use our Rhino Portland Carpet in Vader in the bedrooms of their Penthouse Apartment. This dark charcoal grey colour works great in these spaces as it creates a cosiness while adding depth.

For the kitchen, dining and living space they choose our Malmo Mammut Laminate in Makro Oak Light Grey. The soft grey colour provides a great contrast with their light walls and dark carpet. The extra long planks of Malmo Mammut are great for making a small space appear bigger and a large space less busy as the shorter the plank the busier it will look.

See something you like? Pop into store and one of our friendly team will help you get the best look on your block.

Spring is in the air and so are warm terracotta earth tones.

This trend is based around a palette of warm earth tones…rust, baked clay and desert rose are offset by deep plum, stone and charcoal accents. Comforting and relaxed, these grounding hues are inspired by the natural elements. Colour ways reflect the warmer hues coming in to home-furnishings. Orangey-rusty-rosy colours are a direct evolution of the blush tones claiming the spotlight for the last few years. In fact, they mix quite well with the millennial pinks and dusky lavenders that have dominated the trends.

When it comes to the styling, keep it modern and light. Balance strong accent colours with Creamy whites and soft greys. Feel free to let your personality shine. This colour direction can be tailored to suit anyone from the bohemian to the minimalist.

Embrace the moment by using plenty of natural materials for your spring home-decor updates. Think rattan, wicker, and cane along with natural organic fibers and textiles. Accessories made by hand are the stars of the season. Etsy, Trade-Aid & your local craft fair are full of wonderful, hand-made and often one-of-a-kind pieces.

This interior featuring curtains and accessories from Curtain Studio perfectly embodies Radiant Earth. Achieve this warm wood flooring look with Malmo Mammut in Mountain Oak Brown.

Featuring: Custom blush velvet curtains, August cushion, Luna blush cushion, Stonewashed Linen blush cushion, Nest blush cushion from CurtainStudio.