Yes, we recommend clearing the room before your vinyl flooring installation. For the best results, please:

 • Remove all furniture from the room (or if this isn’t possible, we can move larger items for you)

 • Remove all floor coverings including carpets, underlay, and gripper rods

 • Ensure the subfloor is clean and free from debris

 • Keep skirting boards in place unless they’re being replaced (vinyl can be fitted around existing skirting)

At Foxglove Flooring Newcastle, we offer furniture moving assistance if needed. Rooms with minimal obstacles allow for faster, more precise installation.

Yes, vinyl flooring can often be installed over existing floors, depending on their condition:

 • Tiles: Vinyl can be installed over ceramic or porcelain tiles if they’re level and secure. The grout lines shouldn’t be too deep.

 • Laminate/Wood: These make good subfloors if they’re flat, stable, and not suffering from moisture issues.

 • Concrete: This is an ideal subfloor for vinyl. It must be completely dry and level.

 • Carpets: These must always be removed before vinyl installation.

Our Newcastle-based fitters will assess your existing floor during our free home measuring service. They will advise if any preparation work is needed to ensure a perfect finish.

Yes, Foxglove Flooring offers full removal and disposal services for your existing flooring. 

Our service includes:

 • Professional removal of old carpet, vinyl, laminate, or tile flooring

 • Responsible disposal of all materials according to local Newcastle waste regulations

 • Preparation of your subfloor for new vinyl installation

 • Complete cleanup after removal

This service is priced based on the type and area of flooring being removed. 

We’ll include this in your free, no-obligation quote so there are no surprises.

Do I need underlay with vinyl flooring?

Whether you need underlay depends on the type of vinyl flooring you choose:

 • Sheet Vinyl: This typically doesn’t require underlay if installed on a smooth, level surface.

 • Loose-Lay Vinyl: This is usually designed to be installed without underlay.

For homes in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, where temperatures can change a lot, underlay can provide valuable extra insulation. 

Our flooring experts will assess your specific needs and recommend the right solution for your home.

Installation time varies depending on room size and complexity. 

Here’s what Newcastle homeowners can typically expect:

 • Small room (bathroom/utility): Usually completed in 2–4 hours

 • Medium room (bedroom/kitchen): Typically takes 4–6 hours

 • Large room (open-plan living space): May require 6–8 hours or a full day

 • Whole house: Usually 2–3 days depending on preparation required

Some factors might make installation take longer. These include complex room layouts, subfloor preparation, or furniture removal. 

At Foxglove Flooring, we’ll provide a specific timeframe during your consultation.

Absolutely! Our Newcastle fitting team takes pride in leaving your home spotless. 

Our clean-up process includes:

 • Removal of all offcuts and packaging materials

 • Vacuum cleaning of the entire work area

 • Wiping down surfaces to remove any dust

 • Taking all waste materials away for proper disposal

Vinyl installation is relatively clean compared to some flooring types. It creates minimal dust and no strong adhesive smells when using click-system products. 

We understand we’re working in your home and respect your space.

Yes, Foxglove Flooring is fully insured with comprehensive coverage. This protects both our Newcastle customers and our team. 

Our insurance includes:

 • Public liability insurance (£5 million coverage)

 • Professional indemnity insurance

 • Employer’s liability insurance

 • Product liability insurance

This gives you complete peace of mind that all work is covered against any unexpected problems. 

We’re happy to provide insurance documentation if you ask.

This depends on the type of vinyl installation:

 • Loose-lay vinyl: This is ready for foot traffic straight away.

 • Glue-down vinyl: This requires 24–48 hours before normal foot traffic. This allows adhesives to fully cure.

Our Newcastle fitting team will provide specific guidance before leaving your home. 

We will explain any temporary precautions you should take with furniture placement or heavy traffic areas.

Uneven floors are common in Newcastle homes, especially older properties. 

Here’s how we handle them:

 • For minor imperfections (up to 3mm), we can often use self-levelling compound to create a smooth surface.

 • More significant dips or slopes may require subfloor preparation or reinforcement.

 • In some cases, we might recommend removing the existing subfloor and replacing it with new boarding.

Our initial free measuring service includes a thorough check of your subfloor. 

We’ll identify any issues and include necessary preparation work in your quote for complete transparency.

Vinyl flooring is one of the most low-maintenance options available for Newcastle homes:

Regular Cleaning:

 • Sweep or vacuum (with a soft brush attachment) regularly to remove grit and dirt.

 • Mop weekly with a damp (not wet) mop using a pH-neutral floor cleaner.

 • Wipe up spills promptly to prevent staining.

What to Avoid:

 • Steam cleaners (these can damage the vinyl’s surface)

 • Harsh chemical cleaners, particularly those containing bleach

 • Abrasive scrubbing tools or scouring pads

We provide all our customers with a complete care guide specific to your chosen vinyl flooring type.

Most modern vinyl flooring products don’t require sealing. They come pre-sealed from the factory:

 • Sheet vinyl: Completely sealed without the need for additional treatment.

 • Bathroom/wet room installations: While the vinyl itself doesn’t need sealing, we recommend silicone sealing around edges where water could get in.

For Newcastle homes, particularly in spaces like bathrooms or kitchens where moisture is common, we ensure all joints and edges are properly sealed during installation for maximum protection.

One advantage of vinyl flooring is that repairs are often possible without replacing the entire floor:

 • Sheet vinyl: Small cuts or tears can sometimes be fixed with specialized vinyl repair kits.

 • Severe damage: Sections can be cut out and replaced with matching material. 

We recommend keeping spare pieces from your installation.

If damage occurs, contact Foxglove Flooring Newcastle promptly. Our team can assess the damage and provide the most cost-effective repair solution.

Yes, creating a seamless look across multiple rooms is one of our specialties at Foxglove Flooring Newcastle:

 • We ensure batch numbers match when ordering products for consistent colouring.

 • We carefully plan the layout to maintain pattern continuity between spaces.

 • For doorways and transitions, we use:

 • Flush transitions for the most seamless look between similar height floors

 • Threshold bars where there’s a height difference

 • Custom-cut borders where design features are desired

Our experienced fitters take particular care with direction of planks and patterns. This creates a cohesive look throughout your Newcastle home.

Vinyl flooring is an excellent choice for bathrooms and wet rooms in Newcastle homes:

 • It’s naturally water-resistant and won’t warp or swell with moisture.

 • Modern luxury vinyl is 100% waterproof when properly installed.

 • For wet rooms, we use special installation techniques:

 • Full adhesion to the subfloor

 • Waterproof joint sealing

 • Silicone sealing around all edges and fixtures

For maximum protection in these spaces, we recommend sheet vinyl with waterproof core technology. 

Our Newcastle installers are specially trained in wet room installations to ensure watertight results.

bsolutely! At Foxglove Flooring Newcastle, we offer:

 • Home measuring service throughout Newcastle-upon-Tyne and surrounding areas

 • Flooring samples you can take home to see in your space

 • No-obligation consultations to discuss your requirements

 • Detailed quotes outlining all costs involved

We encourage customers to see samples in different lighting conditions and alongside your furniture and décor. 

Our measuring service ensures accurate material calculations. This minimizes waste and keeps costs efficient.

To arrange a free measuring appointment or request samples, call our Newcastle vinyl floor fitting experts on 01917432853 or fill out our online contact form.