The Flooring Centre Blog | Inspiration and tips for your home
Lay back, put your feet up, and take a leisurely browse through our blog posts for some inspiration. From our beautiful Feature Home posts, looking at our clients amazing new builds and renovations - through to commercial projects and our hottest flooring tips. Check it out below >>>
Commercial Project: Te Pakau Maru
April 24, 2026
The team at The Flooring Centre is proud to have been involved in the Te Pakau Maru social housing project in New Brighton, Christchurch. This thoughtfully designed, mixed-tenure development features 63 one- to four-bedroom terraced homes across 13 blocks.
Feature Home: Winner in Westmorland
March 31, 2026
This feature home in Westmorland, Christchurch is perhaps one of the most impressive we’ve showcased to date. With stunning views, a spacious layout, and practical yet stylish finishes, it truly is an example of great design. For homeowners searching for inspiration for flooring in Canterbury, this project highlights how the right choices can elevate both form and function.
Pet-Friendly Flooring Options in Canterbury
March 2, 2026
If you’re building new or renovating in Canterbury and it’s time to choose your flooring, there’s one very important factor to consider — your pets.
A Homeowner's Guide to Hard Flooring in NZ
January 29, 2026
So you’re building or renovating and need to select hard flooring for your kitchen, dining room, bathroom and laundry. If you’re searching for the best hard flooring in Christchurch or across New Zealand, this guide will help you compare your options with confidence.
Flooring Forecast 2026
January 19, 2026
Just like that, it’s 2026 — which means it’s time to look at what’s going to be trending in flooring this year. Designers across the industry agree that stark minimalism is officially out, and soft minimalism is in.
Vinyl vs Laminate Flooring: What’s the Real Difference and Which Is Right for Your Home?
December 4, 2025
Today’s homeowners have more choice than ever when it comes to hard flooring. Advances in manufacturing have dramatically improved both vinyl and laminate products, giving each its own strengths in performance, comfort and style. But with so many options available, it can be hard to know which surface is best for your home. Below, we break down the real advantages and limitations of vinyl and laminate so you can choose with confidence.
Beautifully Built in Bryndwr
October 5, 2025
A beautiful new build in Bryndwr, this feature home is a showcase of timeless style.
Feature Home: Matchless in Merivale
September 22, 2025
Designed by RW Design and built by award-winning Mckenzie Builders, this gorgeous feature home radiates high end luxury befitting of its Merivale location
Feature Home: High End Luxury
September 11, 2025
Tucked away down a back section in the sought after suburb of Fendalton; our latest feature home exudes timeless style and comfort.
George Forbes Building Lincoln Uni
August 27, 2025
Our commercial team are proud to have been involved in stage 3 of the refurbishment of the George Forbes Building at Lincoln University.