Want to have different types of flooring installed in different spaces of your home? No problem. The look you create will be uniquely your own. However, it is important that you transition the flooring from room to room to give your home a seamless look. There are different types of transition strips, with different styles,...
One of the best reasons to install hardwood flooring into your home is its ability to last a lifetime. With a little TLC and occasional refinishing, hardwood can last for decades. But what about engineered hardwood? Can you refinish that too? It depends on the engineered hardwood. Engineered hardwood has a hardwood surface. And that...
If you’ve started researching to upgrade the carpeting in your home, you may be thoroughly confused by the sheer number of terms and styles and types within the industry. While we can’t answer every question within one post (that would be a very long post!), we can help you navigate the difference between cut pile...
Frieze carpet has two characteristics. First, frieze is often also known as twist or twisted carpet. Second, frieze is a type of cut pile where the carpet fibers are woven in a looped formation before cut to create the pile effect. Both frieze and texture carpets can be similar in appearance. The main difference is...
Planning on giving yourself a gift this holiday season? Want to update your home in 2018 with brand new flooring? We have a few ideas in mind. It’s that time of year where top home and fashion magazines make predictions on colors and styles for the coming year. And while we prefer to stick with...
Is upgrading your floors to hardwood on your to-do list this year? There are many good reasons to install hardwoods throughout your home. It adds elegance and warmth to any space. They are highly durable and long lasting. They add value to your home. It’s a classic and timeless choice for flooring. And if cared...
What’s the one thing holding you back from installing hardwood flooring throughout? For many, it’s the cost of the wood. Traditional hardwood is a costly investment. It’s also more difficult to maintain than other flooring choices. As a result, many property owners are looking for more affordable, durable options. We have some ideas for you....
Nothing says Christmas quite like a live Christmas tree. They’re beautiful. They smell wonderful. But what happens when the floor underneath gets sticky from tree sap? The best way of dealing with it is preventing the problem before it sets in. But when it happens, cleaning it up quickly is your best line of defense....
Taking on a new renovation project in your home? It can be costly, time consuming, and sometimes confusing too. Add in a little stress and emotions, and it can lead to fights with a spouse, making the project even more difficult to endure. Even the simplest of tasks can be tedious when you add in...
Do a search online, and you’ll find all kinds of advice. For example, if you want to purchase airline tickets, you’ll find the best day to buy is Tuesday. But what about carpeting? Is there a day of the week that’s better to shop than others? Or a specific time of the year where you’ll...
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