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Flooring Supply & Installation in Blackheath | Expert Fitting Services
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EWI Design
EWI Design is a trusted home improvement consultancy based in Belvedere, Kent, specialising in high-quality bathroom and kitchen design, bespoke carpentry, luxury flooring, and full-home renovation services. Serving homeowners across London and Kent - including Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Eltham, Blackheath, and Plumstead - EWI Design blends creativity with craftsmanship to transform everyday spaces into stylish, functional interiors. With a hands-on approach and meticulous attention to detail, the team brings your vision to life - on time, on budget, and with stunning results.
Premium flooring solutions for every room and budget, supplied and professionally installed.
Your flooring impacts every single day in your Blackheath home. The right flooring transforms rooms, withstands family life, and adds genuine property value. The wrong flooring becomes a constant frustration – scratches appearing within months, tiles cracking, or laminate swelling from moisture.
At EWI Design, we’ve installed thousands of square meters of flooring across Blackheath over the past decade. From Victorian terraces on Lee Terrace to modern Kidbrooke apartments, we supply and install premium flooring that looks stunning and performs flawlessly for decades.
Stop settling for cheap flooring that disappoints. Call 01322 933 677 for expert advice and free quotations.
Why Professional Flooring Installation Matters
Installation quality determines flooring lifespan: Even premium flooring fails quickly if installed incorrectly. Uneven subfloors cause tiles to crack. Inadequate expansion gaps cause a laminate buckle. Poor adhesive selection leads to loose vinyl. We prepare subfloors properly, use correct installation methods, and guarantee our workmanship for 12 months.
We match flooring to your property and lifestyle: Not all flooring suits all situations. Engineered wood works brilliantly in Blackheath’s period properties, where solid wood might expand and contract problematically. Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) performs exceptionally in high-moisture bathrooms and kitchens where natural materials struggle. We recommend what actually works for your specific circumstances—not what’s most profitable for us.
Trade pricing saves you 20-35%: Through established supplier partnerships, we access genuine trade pricing unavailable to retail customers. That £45-per-meter engineered oak you saw online? We typically supply and install for £38-42 per meter, including fitting. Premium porcelain tiles retailing at £60 per meter? Our trade pricing brings them to £42-48 per meter installed.
Single point of accountability: We supply the flooring AND install it. If any issues arise—ever—you have one company to contact, not a supplier blaming the installer or vice versa. We stand behind everything completely.
Our Blackheath Flooring Options: Finding Your Perfect Match
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) & Vinyl Flooring
The most versatile, practical flooring solution for modern Blackheath homes.
LVT technology has transformed dramatically in recent years. Today’s premium LVT is virtually indistinguishable from real wood or stone, costs significantly less, and outperforms natural materials in durability and maintenance.
Why Blackheath homeowners love LVT:
- 100% waterproof – Perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, hallways
- Incredibly durable – Scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, handles heavy furniture and traffic
- Realistic wood/stone appearance – Advanced printing technology creates authentic textures and grain patterns
- Underfloor heating is compatible – Conducts heat efficiently (better than wood)
- Easy maintenance – Sweep and mop; no sealing, polishing, or special treatments
- Comfortable underfoot – Warmer and softer than tile or stone
- Pet and child-friendly – Resists scratches from dogs; easy to clean after spills

Best applications:
- Kitchens (handles splashes, dropped items, heavy foot traffic)
- Bathrooms and en-suites (completely waterproof)
- Hallways and high-traffic areas (withstands daily wear)
- Ground floors in period properties (handles potential moisture better than wood)
- Open-plan living areas (create seamless flow throughout)
Investment: £35-£65 per m² supplied and installed (including subfloor preparation, underlayment, and finishing)
Engineered Wood Flooring
The elegant, practical alternative to solid wood—perfect for Blackheath’s period properties.
Engineered wood offers authentic wood aesthetics with enhanced stability and performance. A thin layer of real wood sits atop a multi-layered plywood core, creating flooring that resists expansion and contraction far better than solid wood while looking identical once installed.
Advantages for SE3 properties:
- Authentic real wood surface – Oak, walnut, chevron, herringbone patterns
- Dimensionally stable – Won’t warp, cup, or gap like solid wood in Blackheath’s variable humidity
- Underfloor heating compatible – Stable enough for use with UFH systems
- Can be refinished – Quality engineered wood (4mm+ wear layer) can be sanded and refinished like solid wood
- Faster installation – Click-lock systems install quickly over existing floors
- Adds property value – Genuine wood always appeals to Blackheath buyers
Finish options:
- Lacquered – Durable protective coating; easy to maintain
- Oiled – Natural appearance; can repair localised damage easily
- Brushed – Textured surface hides minor scratches and wear
- Smooth – Contemporary, sleek appearance

Best applications:
- Living rooms and reception rooms in Victorian/Edwardian properties
- Bedrooms (warm, comfortable underfoot)
- Dining rooms (elegant, appropriate for period character)
- First floors (where moisture is less of a concern than ground floors)
Investment: £45-£85 per m² supplied and installed (varies by wood species, finish, and pattern)
Porcelain & Ceramic Tiles
The ultimate in durability, hygiene, and design versatility.
Tile flooring offers unmatched longevity and style options – from contemporary concrete effects to traditional Victorian encaustic patterns.
Why tiles work brilliantly in Blackheath homes:
- Virtually indestructible – Properly installed tiles last 30-50+ years
- Hygienic and easy to clean – Non-porous; resists bacteria, mould, allergens
- Extensive design options – Unlimited colours, patterns, sizes, textures
- Underfloor heating is ideal – Excellent heat conductor; stays warm long after UFH cycles off
- Adds significant property value – Premium tiles elevate perceived quality
- Waterproof and stain-proof – Nothing penetrates properly sealed tile
Popular tile styles in Blackheath:
Large format porcelain (600x600mm, 600x1200mm) – Contemporary, minimal grout lines, creates a spacious feel. Perfect for modern kitchens, bathrooms, and open-plan spaces.
Wood-effect porcelain – Realistic wood appearance with tile durability. Ideal for kitchens wanting wood aesthetics with waterproof performance.
Victorian encaustic patterns – Geometric patterns authentic to period properties. Perfect for hallways, porches, and bathrooms in Victorian/Edwardian homes.
Natural stone effects – Marble, travertine, slate appearances without natural stone maintenance requirements.
Metro/subway tiles – Classic, timeless. Works in traditional and contemporary settings.
Best applications:
- Kitchens (durability, easy cleaning, water resistance)
- Bathrooms and wet rooms (completely waterproof)
- Hallways and entrance areas (withstands outdoor dirt, moisture)
- Conservatories and garden rooms (handle temperature fluctuation)
- Underfloor heating systems (optimal heat transfer)
Investment: £50-£120 per m² supplied and installed (includes subfloor preparation, tile, adhesive, grout, sealing)
Carpet & Carpet Tiles
Warmth, comfort, and sound insulation for bedrooms and living spaces.
Despite hard flooring trends, quality carpet remains unbeatable for comfort, warmth, and acoustic properties in bedrooms and cosy living spaces.
Modern carpet advantages:
- Incredibly soft and comfortable – Nothing matches carpet for barefoot comfort
- Excellent sound insulation – Reduces noise transmission between floors (crucial for apartments and terraces)
- Warm underfoot – Naturally insulating; ideal for bedrooms
- Wide style range – Plains, textures, patterns, natural fibres
- Stain-resistant technologies – Modern treatments repel spills effectively
- Cost-effective – Quality carpet offers excellent value per square meter

Best applications:
- Bedrooms (comfort, warmth)
- Stairs and landings (safety, sound insulation)
- Upstairs living areas (reduces noise to rooms below)
- Home offices (comfortable for long periods of standing)
Investment: £25-£65 per m² supplied and installed (including underlay and gripper rods)
Laminate Flooring
Budget-friendly wood appearance for low-moisture areas.
Modern laminate offers convincing wood visuals at entry-level pricing. While less durable than LVT and not waterproof, quality laminate performs well in appropriate locations.
Best for:
- Bedrooms on tight budgets
- Upstairs living areas with low moisture risk
- Home offices and studies
- Temporary solutions (rental properties, short-term renovations)
Investment: £25-£45 per m² supplied and installed
Our Blackheath Professional Flooring Installation Process
Step 1: Free Site Survey & Consultation (60 minutes)
We visit your Blackheath home to assess your space, discuss requirements, and provide expert recommendations.
What we evaluate:
- Current floor condition and subfloor type (concrete, timber, tiles)
- Room moisture levels (critical for wood flooring choices)
- Traffic levels and household composition (kids, pets, elderly)
- Adjacent room flooring and transition requirements
- Underfloor heating presence or plans
- Your aesthetic preferences and budget parameters
Cost: Completely free with no obligation
Step 2: Detailed Quotation & Sample Selection (3-5 days)
We provide itemised quotations showing exactly what’s included—no hidden costs or vague “supply and fit” figures.
Your quotation includes:
- Flooring material costs per square meter
- Subfloor preparation requirements and costs
- Underlayment, adhesives, grout (as applicable)
- Labour costs for installation
- Furniture moving (if requested)
- Waste removal
- VAT
We bring samples to your home so you can see precisely how flooring looks in your actual lighting and alongside existing décor.
Step 3: Subfloor Preparation (Crucial Stage)
This is where many DIY and cheap installers fail – and where we excel.
Proper subfloor preparation prevents 90% of flooring problems. We assess and prepare every subfloor correctly:
For concrete subfloors:
- Moisture testing (wood flooring requires dry subfloors)
- Self-levelling compound to eliminate dips and humps
- The primer application ensures that adhesive bonds properly
- DPM (damp-proof membrane) installation if moisture is detected
For timber subfloors:
- Structural assessment ensuring adequate support
- Board replacement if damaged or rotten
- Levelling with plywood overlay if uneven
- Moisture barrier installation where appropriate
Step 4: Professional Installation
Our experienced flooring fitters install according to manufacturer specifications and industry best practices.
What you can expect:
- Floor protection throughout your home
- Precise cutting and fitting around obstacles (pipes, doorframes, alcoves)
- Correct expansion gaps for all materials requiring them
- Professional transitions between rooms and flooring types
- Door trimming is necessary for floor height changes
- Thorough cleanup at the end of each day
Typical timelines:
- Single room (bedroom, bathroom): 1 day
- Kitchen or large living room: 1-2 days
- Whole ground floor: 3-5 days
- Complete house flooring: 5-10 days
Step 5: Finishing & Aftercare
Final inspection together – We walk through the installation, address any concerns immediately
Care instructions – Specific guidance for your flooring type
12-month workmanship guarantee – If any installation issues arise, we will return to rectify them
Manufacturer warranties – Full product warranties (typically 10-25 years, depending on flooring type)
Flooring Investment in Blackheath: What It Actually Costs
All prices include supply, professional installation, subfloor preparation, materials (underlayment, adhesive, grout), and VAT.
| Flooring Type | Budget Range (per m²) | Mid-Range (per m²) | Premium (per m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) | £35–£45 | £46–£58 | £59–£75 |
| Engineered Wood | £45–£58 | £59–£72 | £73–£95 |
| Porcelain / Ceramic Tiles | £50–£68 | £69–£88 | £89–£130 |
| Carpet | £25–£38 | £39–£52 | £53–£75 |
| Laminate | £25–£32 | £33–£42 | £43–£55 |
Room Size Examples: Total Project Costs
Small bedroom (10m²):
- LVT: £350-£750
- Engineered wood: £450-£950
- Carpet: £250-£750
Large kitchen (20m²):
- LVT: £700-£1,500
- Porcelain tiles: £1,000-£2,600
- Engineered wood: £900-£1,900
Ground floor open-plan (45m²):
- LVT: £1,575-£3,375
- Engineered wood: £2,025-£4,275
- Porcelain tiles: £2,250-£5,850
What Increases Flooring Costs?
Subfloor condition: Poor subfloors requiring extensive preparation, levelling, or moisture remediation add £15-£35 per m²
Complex layouts: Rooms with many corners, alcoves, or obstacles require more cutting and fitting time
Pattern installation: Herringbone or chevron wood patterns cost 30-50% more than standard plank installation
Furniture moving: We can move and replace furniture (add £150-£400 depending on volume)
Floor removal: Removing existing flooring (carpet, tiles, wood) adds £8-£15 per m²
Stairs: Flooring stairs costs significantly more per m² due to complexity (typically £120-£250 per step fully installed)
Why Blackheath Homeowners Choose EWI Design for Flooring
Trade Quality at Trade Pricing
Through established supplier partnerships, we access premium flooring at genuine trade pricing—typically 20-35% below retail rates. We pass these savings directly to you. You get superior quality at prices competing with budget DIY store alternatives.
Expert Recommendations for Blackheath Properties
Based in Belvedere (15 minutes from Blackheath), we’ve floored hundreds of SE3 properties over the past decade. We understand:
- Which flooring works in Victorian solid floors vs. suspended timber floors
- How Blackheath’s moisture levels affect wood flooring choices
- What performs well in high-traffic family homes vs. quiet professional households
- Which styles suit period properties vs. contemporary apartments
Experienced, Qualified Installation Team
Our flooring fitters aren’t general labourers attempting various trades. They’re specialist flooring installers with years of experience across all flooring types.
You get:
- Perfectly level, professional installations
- Subfloor preparation done correctly the first time
- Precise cutting and fitting around complex obstacles
- Installations that look flawless and perform for decades
Transparent, Itemised Quotations
We show exactly what you’re paying for—materials, labour, preparation, finishing—all separated clearly. No vague figures hiding inflated margins.
If budget is tight, you’ll know exactly where to adjust: perhaps choosing mid-range LVT instead of premium, or laminate instead of engineered wood.
Single Point of Accountability
We supply AND install your flooring. If anything ever needs attention—a tile cracks, engineered wood gaps appear, LVT edges lift—you have one number to call: 01322 933 677. We stand behind everything completely with our 12-month workmanship guarantee plus full manufacturer warranties.
Hundreds of Satisfied Blackheath Clients
Our flooring business thrives on recommendations from satisfied clients across SE3, SE10, SE13, and SE18.
What Our Blackheath Clients Say
“We needed new flooring throughout our Victorian terrace on Tranquil Vale after a renovation. EWI Design recommended engineered oak for the ground floor reception rooms, luxury vinyl tile for the kitchen and hallways, and quality carpet for the bedrooms – exactly the right choices. Their team prepared subfloors meticulously (our floors were terribly uneven), installed everything to perfection, and cleaned up thoroughly each day. We’ve recommended EWI Design to four neighbours already, all equally delighted with their flooring transformations.”
— Rachel & Tom Stevens, Tranquil Vale, Blackheath
Serving Blackheath, Kidbrooke, Greenwich, Lewisham, Eltham, Blackheath Village, Blackheath Park, Lee, Hither Green, and across SE3, SE10, SE13, SE18.
Create a Cohesive Look Throughout Your Blackheath Home
Perfect flooring connects every room beautifully. Continue your home transformation with EWI Design’s comprehensive services:
Planning a bathroom renovation? Your new floors will look stunning alongside our bathroom fitting services in Blackheath – where quality meets style.
A modern kitchen deserves beautiful flooring – explore our kitchen supply and installation options in Blackheath to create a space you’ll love for years.
Complement your flooring with expertly installed tiles – browse our tile supply and installation services in Blackheath for feature walls, splashbacks, and outdoor areas.
Complete your bedroom transformation with our bespoke fitted wardrobes and interior solutions in Blackheath for maximum storage and style.
Transform Your Blackheath Home with Premium Flooring
The right flooring transforms how your home looks, feels, and functions daily. Whether you’re updating one tired bedroom or flooring your entire Blackheath property, professional supply and installation ensure your investment performs beautifully for decades.
Contact EWI Design Today:
- 92 Nuxley Road, Belvedere, Kent, DA17 5LD
- 01322 933 677
Frequently Asked Questions
For kitchens, we typically recommend luxury vinyl tile (LVT) or porcelain tiles. Both are entirely waterproof, incredibly durable, and easy to maintain. LVT offers comfort underfoot and a realistic wood appearance; tiles provide ultimate durability and work brilliantly with underfloor heating. Engineered wood can work in kitchens, but requires immediate spill cleanup. We assess your specific kitchen conditions (moisture levels, traffic, and whether you have underfloor heating) and recommend accordingly.
Often yes, depending on existing tile condition and floor height considerations. If tiles are firmly adhered, level, and in good condition, we can install LVT or engineered wood directly over them (saving removal costs). However, if tiles are loose, cracked, or create problematic floor height increases (particularly at doorways), removal may be necessary. We assess during your free site survey.
Both are excellent choices with different advantages. Choose engineered wood if: you prioritise authentic wood aesthetics, the area has low moisture risk (upstairs rooms, living rooms), and your budget allows slightly higher investment. Choose LVT if: the area is high-moisture (kitchens, bathrooms, ground floors), you need ultimate durability and waterproofing, you have pets or young children, or you want easier maintenance. We guide you based on your specific circumstances during consultation.
Most, but not all. Excellent with UFH: Porcelain/ceramic tiles (best heat conductor), luxury vinyl tile, engineered wood (with proper specifications). Compatible with care: Carpet (requires specific underlay), laminate (check manufacturer specifications). Generally not recommended: Solid wood flooring (excessive expansion/contraction). We confirm compatibility based on your specific underfloor heating system and chosen flooring during the quotation stage.
Timelines vary by room size, flooring type, and subfloor condition. Typical timeframes: Single bedroom (10-12m²): 1 day. Kitchen (15-20m²): 1-2 days. Large living room (25-30m²): 2 days. Ground floor open-plan (40-50m²): 3-5 days. Whole house: 5-10 days, depending on square footage. We provide precise timelines after surveying your specific project.
Depends on the flooring type. Immediate use: Engineered wood (click-lock system), carpet, laminate. 24-hour wait: LVT with adhesive. 48-72 hour wait: Tiles (allowing adhesive and grout to cure fully). We provide specific guidance for your flooring type. Light foot traffic is typically fine sooner; we recommend waiting for complete curing before replacing heavy furniture.
Ideally, remove small furniture, ornaments, and personal items from rooms being floored. We can move larger furniture (sofas, beds, wardrobes) if arranged in advance (additional charge applies). We protect adjacent rooms and hallways with floor coverings, but removing items from the installation area beforehand helps us work more efficiently.
Yes, we provide complete old flooring removal if required. This includes carpet, underlay, gripper rods, laminate, vinyl, and tiles. We dispose of all waste through licensed carriers. Removal costs are quoted separately (typically £8-£15 per m² depending on flooring type and disposal requirements).
LVT: Sweep or vacuum regularly; mop with appropriate LVT cleaner. Engineered wood: Vacuum regularly; clean with wood floor cleaner; immediately wipe spills. Avoid excessive water. Tiles: Sweep/vacuum; mop with tile cleaner. Reseal grout periodically (every 1-2 years). Carpet: Vacuum regularly; professional deep clean annually; treat stains immediately with appropriate carpet cleaner. We provide detailed care instructions for your specific flooring.
All our installation workmanship carries a 12-month guarantee covering fitting, subfloor preparation, and adhesive/fixing methods. Additionally, flooring carries full manufacturer warranties: LVT (typically 15-25 years residential use), engineered wood (10-25 years depending on brand), tiles (lifetime material warranty), carpet (10-15 years depending on specification). We're your single point of contact for any issues throughout warranty periods.