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5 Reasons Carpet is One of Our Favorite Floor Options
Today’s flooring options are endless, from stone-look vinyl tile to solid hardwood to easy-care laminate, so deciding can seem overwhelming. But while you’re considering all your options, don’t forget about carpet. With so many other flooring choices available, you might be wondering if carpet is still a popular option. Well,…
Read MoreWhat’s The Best Type of Carpeting for the Kids Room?
A home with kids is a home full of fun! With active children, every day provides new adventures with no shortage of close-call moments when it comes to spills on the floor. Whether its food being dropped, a knocked-over drink, or running through the house with dirty footwear on, your…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Floors Warm and Cozy This Winter
We’ve all been there. You roll out of bed in the morning only to set your feet down onto a shockingly ice-cold floor. Hardwood flooring is gorgeous to look at, but it can feel absolutely freezing on a winter’s morning. It’s just a fact—many flooring solutions can’t hold onto heat…
Read MoreHow to Remove Common Carpet Stains
Whether you have a full household with kids and pets or a quiet home with minimal unpredictability, rooms with spotless, carpet will inevitably experience a food or drink stain. We cherish a plush carpet pile for its comforting fibers and pristine appearance, and we aim to keep our carpet looking…
Read MoreDesigning the Perfect Sunroom
As we do our best to stay toasty and withstand the cold winter weather months, now is the perfect time to prepare for enjoying the warmer spring and summer months to the fullest. A sunroom is a perfect space in the home to relax, unwind, and find tranquility with a…
Read MoreExploring the Whitewashed Look
If you are one of the many fans of ‘farmhouse chic’ or ‘rustic vogue’ design principles, then you have probably come across the eye-catching whitewashed look on Pinterest, interior design blogs, or home trend magazines. Mixing white paint and water, a thinner, semi-transparent paint is created and used on wood,…
Read MoreHow to Use Natural Stone in the Kitchen
For a luxurious connection to nature, a striking culinary space designed with natural stone tile will give your home an inspired, high-end feel with unforgettable impact. Of course, stone kitchen floors will dazzle your guests, whether you opt for slate, marble, travertine, sandstone, or granite. But have you thought about…
Read MoreHow is Laminate Flooring Made?
The striking visuals and gorgeous textures of laminate flooring have never been more popular! Our shoppers love how easy laminate is to maintain, the valuable price point this durable surface offers, and the many options available inside the showroom at Flooring By Design NC in Durham, NC. The number one…
Read MoreHow to Deal with Flood Damage
With 30 named storms in 2020, of which 13 were hurricanes, homeowners in the US have seen the most active Atlantic season ever recorded. This level and frequency of precipitation and wind can cause a multitude of challenges and damage to homes, consequences that everyone should be prepared for. Even…
Read MoreThe Visual Power of Accent Walls
As homeowners everywhere continue to use this year to complete overdue home improvements and design refreshes, creativity in décor is at an all-time high! After you get your stylish flooring solutions finished, it’s time to bring visual interest to other elements in the home. Have you ever considered installing an…
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