Carpet Fitters in North Shields
Foxglove Flooring are trusted carpet fitters in North Shields.
We've been fitting carpets for over 15 years and have worked in hundreds of local homes.
We supply and fit quality carpets that make your home warmer, quieter and more comfortable.
Whether you live in a coastal apartment by Royal Quays or a family house near Fish Quay, we've got you covered.
Ready for your free measuring and quote?
Call 01917432853 today to get started.
Benefits
0% Financing
Get your dream carpet now, pay later. No interest, no stress—just beautiful floors today.
12 Month Warranty
Complete peace of mind. If anything goes wrong, we'll make it right—guaranteed.
Free Measuring and Quote
No surprises, no hidden fees. Know exactly what you'll pay before we start.
Professional Fitting
Expert installation gets it right the first time. Beautiful results from highly trained fitters.
Our Carpet Fitting Process
Step 1 - Free Quote: Call us or fill in our contact form. We'll arrange a free measuring visit and quote for your North Shields home.
Step 2 - Subfloor Check: We assess your floors first. Timber floors in Tyneside flats get secured. Concrete slabs in Royal Quays apartments get proper preparation. Mixed floors in 1930s semis get individual treatment.
Step 3 - Underlay Installation: We fit the right underlay for your home. High-density options reduce noise in flats. Moisture barriers protect against coastal air. Acoustic underlay keeps neighbours happy.
Our expert fitting stops draughts and smooths out creaky floors. This protects your home's value and gives you comfort that lasts for years.
Step 4 - Carpet Fitting: Your carpet gets stretched tight and fitted properly. We create neat joins at doorways. Original features stay protected, especially in Fish Quay conservation areas.
Popular Carpets for North Shields Houses
Victorian Terraces & Tyneside Flats: Medium-pile twist carpets work best here. They stop timber floors from moving. Stain-resistant types cope with coastal air and family life.
1930s Semis: Cut-pile carpets suit family homes perfectly. Hardwearing options handle busy hallways and stairs.
Marina Apartments: Low-pile carpets work with underfloor heating. They won't catch on balcony doors. Acoustic types keep apartment living peaceful.
Post-War Estates: Polypropylene carpets offer great value. Perfect for families and rental properties. Bleach-cleanable surfaces handle everyday spills.
Areas We Cover in North Shields
Fish Quay
Loft conversions and warehouse spaces here have exposed beams and hard surfaces. Sound bounces around easily in these open layouts. We plan acoustic underlay placement to reduce echo and footstep noise.
Meadow Well
Young families have moved into this regeneration area. Daily life here means muddy shoes, pet claws, and toy cars across the carpet. We recommend stain-resistant twist piles that bounce back after heavy use.
Northumberland Square
Georgian and Victorian homes here have grand reception rooms. Some rooms are too wide for standard carpet rolls. We use wider rolls and plan join locations in low-traffic spots. Period cornicing and picture rails need careful scribing at the edges.
Billy Mill
Stairs and landings in these family semis see constant traffic from morning until night. We suggest dense twist piles in darker neutrals. These hide dirt between vacuums and don't show footprint patterns.
Albert Edward Dock
Salt spray and sea air affect everything by the waterfront. Standard gripper rods rust within months here. We fit marine-grade fixings and seal balcony thresholds against wind-driven rain.
Chirton & Preston
Landlords near the Metro need fast turnarounds between tenants. We stock neutral beiges and greys for quick installation. Most turnovers are measured, supplied, and fitted within five working days.
North Shields Property Types
Heritage Homes
Original floorboards in period properties often have gaps and height differences. Skirting boards aren't uniform room-to-room. We use self-levelling compound on low spots and plane down high areas before fitting.
Marina & Waterfront Apartments
Building access can be tight. We measure stairwell widths and lift dimensions before ordering. Large carpet pieces sometimes need cutting in the van to fit through doorways.
Post-War Semi-Detached Homes
Extensions built decades after the original house create floor level changes. We bridge these transitions with specialist threshold strips. Pile direction gets matched so joins are invisible in natural light.
Family Properties
Open-plan spaces spanning lounge, dining, and kitchen areas need one continuous carpet run. We order from single dye lots to guarantee colour consistency. Setup and cleanup happens around school hours when possible.
Customer Reviews
Jessica, Fish Quay
"We'd been freezing in our flat for two winters before we got round to this. Foxglove came out, suggested a thicker underlay, and honestly the difference is night and day. Really pleased."
★★★★★
Michael, Billy Mill
"The lads knew their stuff. Our 1930s semi's got awkward corners on the stairs and they just got on with it. No fuss, wore shoe covers, tidied up after. Carpet still looks great six months on. Would recommend"
★★★★★
Emma, Albert Edward Dock
"Quick turnaround, which we needed. They suggested low-pile because of our underfloor heating and it works perfectly. Now it's warm but not too hot. Came when they said they would, done in a few hours."
★★★★★
David, Property Investor
"I've used them for three rentals now. Fair pricing, no messing about, and the carpets hold up well with tenants. Last one was in Meadow Well. Still looks good a year later. Reliable, which is what I need."
★★★★★
Sarah & Tom, Chirton
"We've got two kids and a dog, so we needed something hard-wearing. Foxglove talked us through options without pushing the expensive stuff. The boys even moved the sofa for us when we couldn't shift it. Carpet's holding up brilliantly despite the chaos!"
★★★★★
