Old Town Swindon is known for its character properties — from Victorian terraces to early 20th-century homes. While these properties offer charm and solid construction, they often present challenges when it comes to flooring installation.

Suspended timber floors, uneven subfloors, and natural structural movement are common. If carpets are installed without addressing these factors, issues such as rippling, premature wear, and visible imperfections can appear quickly.

Before recommending any carpet, we assess your subfloor condition and identify any preparation required. This ensures your flooring performs properly long-term — not just initially.

Subfloor Plywood Overlay for Traditional Timber Floors

Original timber floors in Old Town properties are often uneven or have small gaps between boards.

Where required, we install flooring-grade plywood overlays to create a smooth, stable base — preventing the carpet from showing lines or imperfections from the floor beneath and ensuring a consistent finish throughout the room.

One of the most overlooked aspects of carpet installation is the underlay. The right underlay doesn’t just improve comfort — it protects your carpet from wear and helps maintain its structure over time.

In Old Town properties, we often recommend high-density underlays that help absorb movement from timber floors while improving insulation and reducing noise.

✔ PU foam for comfort in bedrooms and lounges

✔ Crumb rubber for stairs and high-traffic areas

✔ Specialist options for homes with underfloor heating

In a recent project in Old Town, we replaced a carpet that had been incorrectly fitted over original timber floorboards. The previous installation had no subfloor preparation, resulting in visible movement and early wear.

Our team stabilised the floor using plywood overlay, installed a high-density underlay, and power-stretched a durable wool blend carpet. The result was a noticeably smoother finish, improved comfort underfoot, and a floor designed to last.

While carpet is a popular choice for comfort and warmth, some homes in Old Town benefit from alternative flooring solutions depending on room usage and subfloor condition.

We also supply and install:

• Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)
  — ideal for kitchens and high-traffic areas
  
• Laminate Flooring
  — practical and cost-effective for family homes
• Engineered Wood Flooring
  — natural timber with improved stability

You can also explore our full Swindon flooring services for a complete overview.