Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Devon Flooring Experts Since 1965
We are a family-run flooring business established in 1965, celebrating 60 years in the industry. Our showroom in Kingsteignton serves the Newton Abbot, Torquay, Teignmouth, Shaldon, and Dawlish areas, offering a comprehensive range of carpets, Karndean Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), laminate, and cushioned vinyl flooring. As a proud Karndean Gold Partner, we showcase the brand's full range and utilise cutting-edge tools like the Karndean Floorstyle room visualiser to help customers make informed decisions.Our team includes experienced professionals such as Gary and Kevin Loader, who have witnessed decades of flooring trends, and Lisa, our Showroom Manager with an interior design background. Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, we provide free home assessments, accurate quotations, and expert installations, backed by long-standing relationships with trusted suppliers.
Services
Karndean Flooring
Luxury Vinyl Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Cushioned Vinyl Flooring
Room Visualiser
Free Quotations
Home Assessments
Installation Services
Showroom Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of combined experience in flooring and carpet expertise.
- Our showroom features the largest Karndean range in the Torquay and Newton Abbot area.
- We offer free home assessments and accurate, no-surprise quotations.
- Our team includes interior design specialists and seasoned flooring professionals.
- We maintain long-standing partnerships with leading suppliers for premium product access.
Associations and certifications
- Karndean Gold Retail Partner
- Quickstep Platinum Partner
What people say
Wonderful testimonials
Happy customers
Perfect finish
Key to the customer's homes
Long-standing relationships
Services
Karndean Flooring
Karndean Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) offers realistic wood and stone finishes with exceptional durability. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas, it combines aesthetic appeal with practicality. Our showroom displays the largest Karndean range in Devon for tailored selections.
Carpets
We provide modern designer carpets alongside traditional options for residential and commercial spaces. Our range includes durable materials for high-traffic areas and soft underfoot solutions for comfort. Expert guidance ensures perfect matches for every interior style.
Room Visualiser
Our Karndean Floorstyle Room Visualiser uses augmented reality to simulate flooring in your space. Customers can upload room photos or use presets to preview finishes. This free tool eliminates guesswork, enhancing confidence in purchase decisions.
Free Quotations
We offer no-obligation, accurate quotations for all flooring projects. Home assessments include precise measurements and transparent cost breakdowns. This service ensures clarity and budget alignment for both small and large installations.
Installation Services
Our experienced team handles professional installations for carpets, LVT, and laminate. With 25-30,000 successful projects, we prioritise precision and minimal disruption. Comprehensive service covers preparation, fitting, and final inspections for guaranteed satisfaction.
People
Gary Loader
Business Owner
Gary Loader, co-owner of Flooring & Carpet Centre, has over 40 years of industry experience. He specialises in flooring trends and customer-centric solutions, ensuring the business maintains its reputation for quality and service excellence.
Kevin Loader
Business Owner
Kevin Loader, co-owner, brings decades of expertise in retail flooring. His focus on product knowledge and client relationships has solidified the company's standing as Devon's leading flooring provider for 60 years.
Lisa
Showroom Manager
Lisa, our Showroom Manager, combines interior design expertise with flooring knowledge. She guides customers through selections, ensuring their vision aligns with practical, stylish solutions tailored to their homes or businesses.
Questions
What flooring options do you offer?
We provide Karndean Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), carpets, laminate, and cushioned vinyl flooring, with the largest Karndean range in Devon available in our showroom.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free home assessments and accurate quotations with no surprises, ensuring tailored advice for your specific needs.
How can I visualise flooring in my home?
Use our Karndean Floorstyle Room Visualiser tool to upload photos or select presets, helping you preview finishes before purchasing.
Are you a family-run business?
Yes, we are a family-owned business operating since 1965, with Gary and Kevin Loader leading alongside experienced professionals like Showroom Manager Lisa.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Newton Abbot, Torquay, Teignmouth, Shaldon, and Dawlish, offering local expertise and nationwide product access through trusted partnerships.
