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This competition has now closed, congratulations to our winner Raelle!

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Here’s how to enter:

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	<li>Register via the entry form, completing all details requested, including your name and contact details</li>
	<li>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/godfreyhirst/" target="”_blank”">@godfreyhirst</a> on Instagram</li>
	<li>Upload your flat lay entry via instagram post or story, and tag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/godfreyhirst/tagged/">@godfreyhirst</a></li>
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The competition starts from&nbsp;Monday 11th September and finishes on Tuesday 31st October 2023!

What is a flat lay?

Lay out your flooring samples alongside other finishes in your space (such as textiles, tiles or paint samples) to pair colours and textures, and simply take a photo from above to document it! Think of this like a moodboard, your inspiration for the finished look and feel you want to achieve in your space.

See some examples and more tips on creating your flat lay below.

Props: These can be other finishes you will be using in your space such as paint chips, tile or textile samples. Or even something more abstract like flowers, plant clippings, or anything else that inspires the look and feel you want to achieve in your new space.

Lighting: Flat lays look best with strong lighting. Try a ring light if you have access to one, or make the most of natural sunlight during the day.

Play around with angles: You don’t have to stick with a traditional grid layout. Try angling items and taking your photo from a different perspective.

*Full competition <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/gh/image/upload/v1693889157/articles/6827c5ab-3c1f-487c-90ad-4106c6381789/docs/spring_refresh_flat_lay_competition-T_Cs.pdf">terms and conditions</a>.

Create a flat lay using our free carpet samples and you could win!*