reclaimed tiles
Why buy new when you could
reuse? Whether you’re after simple
plains or ornate encaustic designs,
Bert & May has a large collection of
antique tiles. Terracotta is another
popular pre-used option. it’s
available at most reclamation yards,
but you’ll probably need to clean
the tiles before fitting.colourFul rubber
rubber comes in a variety of bold
colours and is naturally water- and
slip-resistant, so it’s great for busy
homes. avoid synthetic versions,
which can be slow to degrade. We’d
recommend The Colour Flooring
Company: ‘Our rubber flooring is
made out of natural materials and
has been awarded eco certifications,’
says Lena Corner, director.Coir Boucle Natural
carpet, £24.70sq m,
Sisal & SeagrassGofor 100 percentwoolforsustainable comfort underfoot
3 oF the best wool carpets
1.Stripesarebestfora classiclook.Avebury Stanton stripe, £40sq m, Cormar Carpets
2.Thissubtleherringbonecomesineightneutral shades. Everest in Soft Cream,
£97sqm,CrucialTrading3.Handcraftedon traditional looms using natural, undyed
wool.BarefootWoolAshtangaSilkCrane,£94.10sq m, Alternative FlooringWoven Fibre
natural flooring offers a rustic
look that’s resilient and good at
hiding dirt. Made from plant
fibres, the textures vary – some are
soft, others rough, such as coir. ‘its
strong fibres make it perfect for
high-traffic rooms, but less good
in humid areas like bathrooms,’
says guy gibbon, Sisal &
Seagrass’ managing director.Rubber flooring in
Stoke Newington
Blue, £58sq m, The
Colour Flooring
CompanyReclaimed tiles, from
£150sq m, Bert & Mayroom elements