Floors for Living shopfront on Galgate, Barnard Castle

Flooring showroomBarnard Castle

A carpet shop near Darlington, worth the short drive

Floors for Living is an independent flooring showroom on Galgate in Barnard Castle, about half an hour from Darlington along the A67. We’re a small shop, so you’ll talk to the same people from first sample to final fit, and we take the time to get it right.

Find us at 41 Galgate, Barnard Castle

Floors for Living

Why make the trip

  • Bespoke, not off the roll

    Stair runners, borders and finishes made to suit your home.

  • British where we can

    We stock British suppliers as much as possible.

  • Fitted or supply only

    Our network of local fitters can lay it for you, or you can fit it yourself.

  • Time to choose

    Take samples home and see them in your own light before you decide.

Brands we stock

  • Cormar Carpet Co
  • Artisan Luxury Flooring
  • Tredaire
  • Penthouse Carpets
  • Westex
  • Axminster

Bespoke, British where we can, and fitted by people we trust.

LVT sample wall in the Floors for Living showroom
Take samples home and see them in your own light

Questions

Do you fit carpets in Darlington?

Yes. Our network of local fitters covers Darlington and the villages around it, including Cockerton, Hurworth, Heighington and Middleton St George. If you’d rather fit it yourself, we can supply only.

Is it worth driving to Barnard Castle for a carpet?

We think so, but we would. You get a proper independent showroom, premium British brands, and people who’ll help you choose rather than sell you whatever’s on offer. Plus Barnard Castle is a lovely place for a coffee afterwards.

Can I take samples home?

Yes. Carpet always looks different at home than it does in a showroom, so we’d rather you see it in your own rooms first.

What flooring do you sell?

Carpet, LVT, vinyl, real wood and bespoke pieces such as stair runners, from premium brands.

Contact us

Pop in, ring or email

Also see our page for carpet shop near Bishop Auckland.

Showroom
41 Galgate
Barnard Castle
DL12 8EJ
Opening hours
Monday to Saturday9:00 to 17:00
Sunday10:00 to 16:00
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