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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Carpetright - Caught on Camera

M&S betting on customer patience as cyber-attack threatens to ruin 2025’s strong start

Fashion revival and warm weather had boosted the retailer – but the attack has halted website sales

The Guardian - UK

Vinyl vs laminate flooring – experts explain which affordable option could be best for your home

Choosing between vinyl and laminate for the floor? Discover how they line up against one another

Homes & Gardens

Restructurings could rise next year as Budget cost rises loom, warn experts

It comes after official figures pointed towards an uptick in insolvencies at the end of this year.

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Blue Light Card ‘reward’ has now turned into £3,941 loss

Discount service for emergency and healthcare workers says it’s ‘here for you’, but won’t refund us after we used it to buy flooring from Carpetright for our new home

The Guardian - UK

Firm with stores in Scotland collapses – with almost 200 jobs lost

A COMPANY with stores in Scotland has collapsed into administration with a number of job losses expected...

The National (Scotland)

Most of Carpetright’s £345m debts are unlikely to be repaid

Customers, suppliers, landlords and Microsoft are owed £213m, say administrators of collapsed retailer

The Guardian - UK

Tapi rescues Carpetright brand but hundreds of stores will still close - this is what it means for customers

Tapi Carpets and Floors Limited will rescue 54 Carpetright stores and have issued information for customers with outstanding orders

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Full list of every Carpetright store set to close following administration

CARPETRIGHT has announced that Tapi has agreed to buy 54 stores however 213 stores will close and more than 1000 jobs will be lost...

The National (Scotland)

Carpetright: Which stores are closing? Full list including London branches

Despite rival Tapi agreeing to buy 54 Carpetright stores, over 1,500 jobs are still in jeopardy

Evening Standard

Retail giant confirms 20 stores across Scotland to close with all jobs lost

CARPETRIGHT has confirmed that 20 of its Scottish stores will close with all staff being made redundant as the business goes into administration ...

The National (Scotland)

Carpetright rival buys 54 shops in rescue deal but more than 1,500 jobs will go

Tapi, set up by son of Carpetright’s founder, says acquisition will enable it to expand to new areas

The Guardian - UK

Jobs at risk across 24 Scottish sites as retail giant faces administration

MORE than 1800 jobs are at risk as carpet and flooring giant Carpetright is set to enter administration ...

The National (Scotland)

How to fix ripped carpet – 5 steps to restore the appearance of your flooring

Don't let a tear completely undermine your carpet's aesthetic value – instead of replacing your carpet, try these 5 simple DIY steps to repair your flooring

Homes & Gardens

When designing a compact kitchen these are the 6 things I always include as an interiors expert

Short on space? These simple design ingredients will help you make the most of even the tiniest of kitchens

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How to recycle a mattress – the easiest ways to recycle a mattress and how much it’ll cost you

Everything you need to know about recycling a mattress

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How to make a guest room look more expensive – 10 ways to instantly up the luxe levels

On a budget but want to revamp your spare room? We ask the experts how to make a guest room look more expensive

The Independent UK

Conservatives don’t ‘deserve’ to govern, says Tory donor who gives money to Rachel Reeves

Carpetright founder Lord Harris says Rishi Sunak’s party don’t ‘deserve to get back in power’

Birmingham Post

2021 LeicestershireLive Business Executive of the Year welcomes pre-pack sale to Carpetright owner

Sale of UK Flooring Direct protects 85 jobs

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Carpet colour trends for 2023 – experts reveal what's hot this year

During the last five years, carpet has risen in popularity so we've asked our experts what the carpet colour trends for 2023

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What's the best carpet colour for a living room? Design experts reveal their top choices

Investing in carpet but no idea what colour to choose? Our guide on the best carpet colour for a living room is here

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10 skirting board colour ideas – from sunshine yellow to jet black to freshen up tired schemes

It's time to ditch the classic white – embrace our skirting board colours ideas instead, you won't look back!

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10 Coastal bathroom ideas to turn your washroom into a nautical hideaway designed for escaping

Invoke memories of your favourite beach holiday with our coastal bathroom ideas

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13 bedroom flooring ideas to create a peaceful haven from the ground up

From colours to patterns, materials and styles, our guide to bedroom flooring covers all bases

Woman & Home

How to clean artificial grass without using a pressure washer, to avoid damage

Follow our easy guide on how to clean artificial grass to keep it looking fresh and debris-free this spring

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The tricks for painting baseboards with carpet flooring aren't complicated - just stick to these expert-approved methods

Unlike hard floors, it's impossible to wipe away pesky paint splatters from a carpet. Here's how to protect it instead

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