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Considering very few people put a lot of thought into what they’re walking on, the amount of choice in buying a carpet can be astounding. Before you even get to the varied styles – the textures, piles, sisals and berbers – there’s first the decision over the fibres that go into the carpet.

When choosing new carpet for your home, there are a few things to consider. What is your home like – do you get a lot of sun, does your home retain heat?

Many home owners are now putting hard wearing synthetic carpets in their garages. Why, might you ask? It helps make the area more user friendly for other activities, it’s safer, warmer, more comfortable. It is impervious to water, easy to clean and very affordable.

Harrisons is proud to be working alongside Zane Raphael in his project to convert a 50-year-old Auckland home into a 9-star Homestar rated eco-home.

From the outset of TV3’s latest home renovation show, Creative Living, one of the biggest battles facing the renovators has been turning a draughty 100-year-old Kiwi villa into a warm, comfy modern home.

When taps were left running over the long Waitangi weekend, the mums and kids of Kaukapakapa play centre returned to find floors, walls and their entire kitchen ruined.

The whole family of Harrisons companies is ready to hit the road to bring our expertise and products on a national tour of home shows.

Christina from Harrisons Carpet in Christchurch worked with a lovely family in Merivale to transform their home.

It’s that time of year again – the season where home renovation shows start to fill up our TV guides, and kiwi born Our First home is back for round two. Last season saw three families competing to buy, renovate, and sell their homes for the biggest profit.

In its lifetime, your carpet is bound to encounter all kinds of spills and messes, some of which are tougher than others. For some general tips for how to keepyour carpet healthy visit this blog post,but stay tuned for help getting those tricky stains out.

Christina from Harrisons Carpet in Christchurch worked with a lovely family in Merivale to transform their home.

If you’re planning some renovations or are ready to start thinking about flooring, Anita Shirley, Harrisons in-house interior designer, has put together some top tips to help you with your flooring choice.

Rugs can be used in so many different ways - to accessorise a room, define different living spaces within a room, or to add that warmth and softness. Floor rugs work equally well in all environments - it's all about choosing the right rug for the room and your style.

We are excited to show you the way interiors are heading as part of the 2020 trends forecast

Pantone Colour of 2020 “Classic Blue” is a reassuring blue, full of calm and confidence. See how you can introduce this classic blue into your home

It is with great pride we can say Canstar gave us the Canstar Blue Award for Most Satisfied Customers in flooring 2020. The award is obtained from consumer information collected from Canstar who partner with Qualtrics.

Which accent colour inspires you? Here are six different accents (and tips!) to add interest to your interiors and reflect your style.

Harrisons Interior Designer, Anita Shirley, has gathered her top design ideas, so you can create a home worthy of any lifestyle magazine. Shirley says, “There are so many different ways to style your home! The best homes to me have a mix of old and new, colours, layers and lots of textures plus unexpected details. Never feel that you need to conform to a single style or trend, instead, have fun with it, mix different pieces you really love to create a style that is truly yours”.

Be inspired with this home renovation in Christchurch

Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.

There are a thousand ways to improve your home and, in this blog, we’ll look at the intricacies of colour and how it can be used for home improvements.​

When building or renovating your home, one of the hardest questions to answer must be - what’s the right choice? From carpet, hard flooring, window treatments, paints, furniture fabric, insulation and kitchens - just choosing a product can be confusing! You then need to consider things such as form, function, colour, durability, warranties, product reviews and the safety of your family!

Spring has definitely sprung, and it is dawning on us Christmas is only 8 weeks away. Plus, nothing has been crossed off the “to do” list! With no international travel in the foreseeable future, there'll be more kiwis staying home these holidays than usual, so, time to ask the inevitable ‘how’s the BBQ looking?’ because your outdoor space is about to get lots of action.​​

With travel restrictions in play this Christmas it’s the perfect opportunity to decorate your space like never before! There are hundreds, if not thousands of ways you can decorate your home, so many in fact, it can seem overwhelming. Here are some stylish tips and inspirational ideas to help get your home ready for Santa’s arrival.

Get expert answers to your top flooring questions! Discover the best carpet and hard flooring options, pricing insights, and styling tips for your dream home makeover.

Discover why PERGO Harstena's StayClean+ technology makes this engineered timber flooring 100% water-tight and perfect for wet areas like kitchens and bathrooms. Learn more about its durability, easy maintenance, and stylish European Oak designs.

Brodie Kane and her mum, have recently brought a house together in the beautiful Tāmaki Makaurau. And have refurbished with Harrisons Carpet & Flooring and Harrisons Curtains & Blinds.

Discover the top wool carpets of 2024 from Harrisons Wool Flooring Awards, showcasing winners for durability, luxury, comfort, and affordability. Perfect choices for every home!

Recently, we were lucky to work with New Zealand legend Sir Graham Lowe on making his home a more comfortable, beautiful and practical place to live.

Choosing the perfect hard flooring for your home Finding it ‘hard’ to decide which hard flooring material is best for your next project? Your questions are answered here!

What’s coming next for home design? Discover the top interior design trends that our experts are excited to see more of in New Zealand in 2024.

Everyone wants an organised home, but the thought of decluttering can be daunting. Whether you’re a family of ten, a couple or flatting with friends, here are my tips to help you achieve your decluttering goals.

Tim Morrison has been a Harrisons Carpet business owner for 14 years in and around South Auckland and Counties Manukau, and he’s seen every reason under the sun as to why customers make that call to change their flooring at home.

Sometimes you want your flooring to offer softness and comfort and sometimes you need it to perform under busy conditions.

“We want to be in by Christmas” is a much repeated phrase for people undergoing renovations or new-builds, but for many residents in the Bay of Plenty town of Edgecumbe it held extra meaning this summer.