Bespoke rugs Archives | The Alternative Blog https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/tag/bespoke-rugs/ Blog title Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 Here’s Five Flooring Trends You’ll Love in Five Years Time https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2026/06/heres-five-flooring-trends-youll-love-in-five-years-time/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:43:21 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=5230 Choosing new flooring is one of the most exciting decisions you can make for your home. Unlike smaller updates, it has the power to completely transform a space – and when you get it right, it works beautifully for years to come. The best flooring trends aren’t just stylish now, they’re the materials, textures and…

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]]> How To Update Your Home For Autumn https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/10/how-to-update-your-home-for-autumn/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:58:58 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4957 As days get shorter and the nights turn darker, our homes become havens of comfort and warmth. Autumn has truly arrived and what better way to welcome the chilly air than by drawing inspiration from the latest seasonal trends? Read on as we delve into the most inviting autumn trends for 2025, sparking new ideas…

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]]> Our Wool Month Edit for 2025: Celebrating Wool Carpets, Rugs & Runners https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/10/our-wool-month-edit-for-2025/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:34:29 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4921 It’s that time of year again to celebrate all things wool and the beautiful fibres nature gives us.  This October, we’re shining a spotlight on our partnership with Campaign For Wool. And this year is extra special, as we celebrate 15 years since the Campaign For Wool was initiated by their Patron, HM King Charles…

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]]> Anywhere Ca-rPET Diamond: The Eco Story of Plastic Bottles https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/09/anywhere-ca-rpet-diamond-the-eco-story-of-plastic-bottles/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/09/anywhere-ca-rpet-diamond-the-eco-story-of-plastic-bottles/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:07:22 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4901 Plastic is one of the most widely disposed materials in the world. According to wastedirect.co.uk “in 2025 the majority of plastic waste ends up in landfill, with a significant amount also polluting the ocean.” With clever design, post-consumer plastic can be transformed and recycled into something entirely new.  With this in mind we’re delighted to…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/09/anywhere-ca-rpet-diamond-the-eco-story-of-plastic-bottles/feed/ 2 The Latest Summer Trends To Incorporate Into Your Home https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/the-latest-summer-trends-to-incorporate-into-your-home/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/the-latest-summer-trends-to-incorporate-into-your-home/#comments Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:20:58 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4840 Summer is the perfect time to make the most of those special moments at home, from outdoor BBQs and longer evenings to refreshing summer showers.  With new trends on the horizon and endless inspiration to explore, bring warmth, texture and a touch of sunshine into your home this season.  Miami Pastels:  Introducing a gentle take…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/the-latest-summer-trends-to-incorporate-into-your-home/feed/ 1 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Home For Summer – Influencer Approved https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/easy-ways-to-refresh-your-home-for-summer-influencer-approved/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/easy-ways-to-refresh-your-home-for-summer-influencer-approved/#respond Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:07:15 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4814 With longer days and brighter mornings ahead, there’s no better time to give our homes a much-needed seasonal refresh. We asked some of our favourite interior influencers for their top easy ways to refresh your home for summer. Read on for inspiring trends and clever ideas to brighten up your living spaces and make the…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/06/easy-ways-to-refresh-your-home-for-summer-influencer-approved/feed/ 0 The Story Behind Textile Artisan Ray & The Studio Borders https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/02/the-story-behind-textile-artisan-ray-the-studio-borders/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/02/the-story-behind-textile-artisan-ray-the-studio-borders/#respond Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:20:17 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4739 Recently we introduced a new exclusive range of 30 Studio Borders, available as part of our bespoke Make Me A Rug service, giving customers more ways than ever before to customise their rugs and runners. Combining intricate weaves and beautiful colour palettes, these designs take personalisation to a new level.  Behind every stitch, every texture,…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/02/the-story-behind-textile-artisan-ray-the-studio-borders/feed/ 0 The Year Of The Stripe https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/01/the-year-of-the-stripe/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/01/the-year-of-the-stripe/#respond Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:48:21 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4716 Pinstripes, pencil, or bold and chunky, whatever your style, 2025 is officially the year of the stripe! Stripes have a unique ability to infuse energy and visual interest into any space, and this year, they’re making their mark everywhere. From upholstered furniture and wallpaper to rugs and carpets, stripes are proving that there’s little they…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2025/01/the-year-of-the-stripe/feed/ 0 Embracing 2025: The Trends Transforming Interiors https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2024/12/embracing-2025-the-trends-transforming-interiors/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2024/12/embracing-2025-the-trends-transforming-interiors/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:18:44 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4690 As we step into 2025, the world of interiors is experiencing a resurgence of character, charm, and individuality. Next year’s trends draw on a mix of nostalgia, bold statements, and artisanal craftsmanship to create spaces that feel personal, grounded, and full of life. Dive into the key interior trends for 2025 and discover how our…

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]]> https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2024/12/embracing-2025-the-trends-transforming-interiors/feed/ 0 How Wayne Perrey Transformed His 1930s Home With Anywhere Ca-rPET https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2024/11/how-wayne-perrey-transformed-his-1930s-home-with-anywhere-ca-rpet/ https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/2024/11/how-wayne-perrey-transformed-his-1930s-home-with-anywhere-ca-rpet/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:33:57 +0000 https://www.alternativeflooring.com/blog/?p=4659 Wayne Perrey, known as the TV Carpenter for BBC Morning Live and ITV Love Your Weekend, has recently completed a full refurbishment of his family’s beautiful 1930s semi-detached house in Chislehurst. You might have even spotted his renovation recently  in The Sunday Times Home Magazine as part of Wayne’s weekly column.  We had the pleasure…

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