Choosing the Perfect Area Rug: A Comprehensive Buying Guide

Area rugs are an economical way to upgrade your decor regardless of what type of floors you have. Their flexibility makes them excellent choices for use over existing hardwood, tile, laminate, or vinyl floors, as well as layered over carpet! Keep reading for a guide to picking your perfect area…

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Luxury Vinyl Trends: New Innovations and Design Possibilities

Luxury vinyl flooring has been gaining popularity with homeowners looking for something stylish, durable and affordable, that isn’t fussy or hard to maintain. In fact, luxury vinyl is a completely synthetic product that is waterproof and worth considering as flooring in nearly any environment as it checks a lot of…

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Exploring the Timeless Appeal and Practical Benefits of Berber Carpet

Berber carpet made a tremendous splash in the carpet category and is currently in the middle of a major comeback! What exactly is Berber, and what has caused the resurgence of this understated category? Simply put, berber is one of the oldest and most durable types of carpet. It is…

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Open Floor Plans: Selecting Flooring That Flows Seamlessly from Room to Room

There is so much to love about open concept, also known as open floor plan, homes. These floor plans merge different rooms and combine them into one cohesive unit, allowing a flow from one space to another. For today’s relaxed lifestyles, the ability to be flexible is key! When entertaining,…

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Understanding the Long-Term Performance of Hardwood Flooring in Your Home

When it comes to investing in your home, it’s hard to beat hardwood flooring. Both classic and versatile, they fit in well with a variety of decor styles. If you have hardwoods already, or are considering having them installed, it’s important to understand their long-term performance and what it means…

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Tips for Preserving Luxury Vinyl Flooring

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Luxury Vinyl Flooring, available in plank or tile format, is one of today’s most popular ways to upgrade floors in homes. It goes in quickly and easily, with no glue or serious tools, and can mimic wood, tile or stone, to suit many different decorating styles. Regardless of what format…

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Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Flooring: A Durable and Stylish Choice for Your Home

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Rigid core luxury vinyl flooring, also known as SPC (stone-composite or stone-polymer core flooring) is a popular choice for homeowners today. Made from a mixture of limestone powder and stabilizers, the core of luxury vinyl flooring is completely inorganic and will not respond to moisture nor temperature or humidity changes.…

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How to Prevent Scratches on Hardwood Floors

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Hardwood floors are a great investment in the value of your home. They are both classic and classy. They can be adapted to many different styles of decor, from sleek contemporary to rustic. If you are fortunate enough to have older hardwoods or if you made that investment after the…

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Rustic Flooring Options: Finding Your Perfect Match

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It seems like everything today is “trending” as technology and social media drive and promote what’s popular. And why wouldn’t we all want our homes to look like we are paying attention to what is on trend at the moment? For many of us, following trends is impractical and, to…

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The Advantages of Luxury Vinyl Flooring

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Luxury Vinyl flooring, known as Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) or Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), has become a favorite among both homeowners and professionals who are currently looking to upgrade floors. What exactly is Luxury Vinyl Flooring and what are the biggest advantages? Keep reading to find out!What is Luxury Vinyl?Whether…

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