Period Property Carpet Fitter
in Newcastle
Foxglove Flooring are the expert carpet fitters for period properties in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Our experienced team handles uneven floorboards, period proportions, and preserves original features like skirting boards and picture rails.
We source quality carpets that blend heritage character with modern comfort.
Our specialist fitting techniques protect your property's historic features.
Call 01917432853 for your free consultation and quote!
We serve Newcastle-upon-Tyne and the surrounding areas, including: Jesmond, Gosforth, Heaton, Ouseburn, Shieldfield, Sandyford, Kenton, Longbenton, Kingston Park, Ponteland, Whickham, Low Fell, Tynemouth and more.
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Our expert team will perfectly fit the carpets to match your home.
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We help you choose the perfect carpets to suit your needs.
Best Carpet Types for Newcastle's Period Properties
Choosing carpets for 100+ year old buildings requires understanding how different types perform with poor insulation, higher moisture, and structural movement.
Foxglove Flooring's carpet recommendations come from years of seeing which carpets thrive and which fail in Newcastle's historic properties.
Victorian terraces
Deep-pile Axminster carpets (12-15mm) provide essential insulation in these often-cold properties.
Traditional Wilton weaves in rich burgundies and greens complement stained glass and decorative tiles while hiding dust from original sash windows.
We recommend 80% wool blends that resist crushing from heavy Victorian furniture and provide durability in student rental properties. Dense construction reduces noise between floors in converted properties.
Edwardian houses
Larger 6-over-6 sash windows allow lighter carpet colours. Quality twist-pile carpets in neutrals suit the wider doorways and flowing layouts.
Solution-dyed nylon blends resist UV fading from increased light. Art Nouveau-inspired patterns complement the decorative style while disguising wear.
Medium-pile heights (8-12mm) provide comfort without overwhelming refined proportions. Quality underlay is essential with original single-glazed windows.
Tyneside flats
Durable loop-pile carpets handle unique wear from external staircases and concentrated foot traffic.
Textured carpets in warm tones add cosiness to small rooms. Stain-resistant properties are vital in popular rental properties.
Berber and sisal-look synthetics offer durability with natural aesthetics that complement exposed brick.
Moisture-resistant backing prevents condensation issues. Low-profile carpets (6-8mm) maintain space while warming cold concrete floors.
Georgian townhouses
These city centre properties deserve luxury 100% wool carpets (40oz+ per square yard).
Classic damask or geometric patterns enhance grandeur without competing with ornate plasterwork.
Natural wool provides crucial insulation for drafty properties with original windows and high ceilings.
Traditional Brussels weave or high-quality tufted construction handles structural movement in 200+ year old buildings. Plus it maintains its appearance in these high-value properties.
Expert Carpet Fitting for Newcastle's Historic Properties
Newcastle's heritage houses need special carpet fitting skills. Regular fitters struggle with wonky floors, narrow hallways, and odd-shaped rooms.
Foxglove Flooring have years of experience fitting carpets in Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses, and unique Tyneside flats.
We know exactly how these historic buildings have settled and changed over time. This expertise means perfect carpet fits that last.
Victorian terraces (1837-1901)
Found throughout Heaton, Jesmond, and Fenham, these make up 30% of Newcastle's homes.
The main challenge is severely uneven floors - original pine boards have warped up to 15mm over 120+ years. We fix this with specialist levelling compounds and precision underlay cutting.
Narrow 3-4 foot hallways need expert template cutting around cast iron radiators.
We protect original tiles and use extended tools for 10-12 foot high picture rails, achieving drum-tight fits on those tall walls.
Edwardian houses (1901-1910)
Common in Gosforth and South Gosforth, these feature challenging bay windows. We use laser measuring for curved walls and create exact cutting templates.
We protect valuable hardwood floors underneath with careful gripper placement. Period skirting boards (6+ inches high) get special tucking techniques to preserve original features.
Extended poles handle 8-9 foot picture rails, while precision measuring navigates built-in window seats and alcove shelving.
Tyneside flats (1860s-1930s)
These unique properties (80,000+ across Tyne and Wear) exist nowhere else globally.
Upstairs front doors create heavy stair wear, solved with strategic seaming and reinforced grippers.
Compact 600-800 square foot layouts need careful planning to minimise waste. Uneven slate hearths require precision cutting around curves.
Sloping floors from the flat-above-flat design get wedged underlay and flexible grippers. Low 7-8 foot ceilings demand exact measuring for pattern matching.
Georgian townhouses (1714-1830)
Found in Grainger Town conservation area, these Grade II listed properties need conservation-approved methods.
After 200+ years, room corners are often 20-30mm out of square. We use custom gripper strips and graduated underlay to handle irregularities.
Original 12-pane sash windows affect carpet appearance, so we plan pile direction carefully.
Specialist equipment handles power-stretching across 12-14 foot ceiling heights while meeting conservation requirements.
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