Redcar Central Library has re-opened with 43 new computers, 15,000 books and 3,000 newly-laid carpet tiles.
The library, which was closed for two weeks for a £20,000 facelift, opened on Monday with all new computers - paid for by the People's Network - having free internet access and word processing.
An offer to community and charity groups to collect the old tiles at the library, which it is estimated more than seven million pairs of feet have trodden on since they were laid 25 years ago, has been hailed by library staff as a great success.
Ian Wilson, Redcar and Cleveland council's lending officer, said: "The two weeks seem to have gone very quickly and I'm delighted to say that no-one has complained. Everyone accepted the need for change.
"The offer for the old tiles was a winner, too. We've had lots of groups turn up at our back door to collect the tiles. We're delighted with the refurbishment - now we're just looking forward to seeing our regular customers again."
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