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4 Flooring Products We Want for Christmas!

Mohawk RevWood Plus | Flooring 101

As adults, we tend to make the holiday season about the little ones in our lives. After all, there’s no greater reward than the smile on a child’s face when he or she unwraps an amazing present. That doesn’t mean we can’t dream up our grown-up holiday wish list as well- especially when it comes…

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The Biggest Keys to DIY Laminate Installation

Laminate DIY Installation | Flooring 101

Many homeowners love attractive laminate flooring for the hardwood and stone realism these surfaces offer while remaining easier to purchase, install, and maintain. In fact, with many laminate options offering floating floor installation capability, some homeowners purchase laminate to complete a DIY installation in the home! While we recommend hiring professional installation unless you have…

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Signs Your Carpet Needs Professional Cleaning

Cleaning Carpet | Flooring 101

We love the look and feel of soothing soft carpet in the home and the way this cozy surface helps create inviting spaces that help us unwind. As the months roll by on the calendar, and many birthday parties and holiday celebrations have passed, the average carpet in a busy home can experience a significant…

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4 Ways to Prevent Scratching Your Floors with Furniture

Area Rugs & Furniture | Flooring 101

When the holidays roll around and the hosting duties begin, it may be time to get the home ready for hosting! Whether you plan to have a robust guest list or simply close family and friends, there is a good chance that you will need to rearrange your furniture to better suit the holiday gathering.…

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Brand Spotlight: Kashmere Nylon by Karastan

Kashmere Nylon | Flooring 101

There’s nothing like the plush feel of soft carpet after a long day, especially a carpet that is as easy to maintain as it is to look at! Karastan is one of the industry’s undisputed leaders in soft flooring for over 85 years, delivering utterly plush carpets wrapped in premium durability. Nylon carpet fiber is…

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Using Rugs This Holiday Season

Holiday Rugs | Flooring 101

As the calendar rolls along and the holiday season approaches, surely decorating the home comes to mind! In addition to our favorite exterior and yard furnishings, we always take the time to make sure our inspired interiors are in the spirit as well. Holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve can occasionally feel like…

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4 Tile Backsplash Ideas to Add Visual Interest

Tile Backsplash | Flooring 101

If you have been looking for easy ways to update your home with tremendous style, it’s time to consider maximizing the backsplash areas in the home. Whether it’s a kitchen, bathroom, bar, or additional area in the home, the backsplash designates the space behind a sink and faucet, as well as the wall between the…

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How to Measure Rooms for New Flooring

Measuring Flooring | Flooring 101

When beginning a new flooring project, taking accurate measurements of the rooms or space is a key factor to ensure a successful installation. These figures will help you calculate square footage accurately, budget accordingly, and plan for your purchase in the most effective manner. These proper numbers will also help prevent running out of flooring…

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Back-to-School: Creating the Best Kid-Friendly Workspace

Kid-Friendly Flooring | Flooring 101

As the kids head back to school and you have a moment to get your household in order after the fun summer months, you can take this time to reorganize and reassess. Once the schedules of your little students fill up with homework, activities, and extracurriculars, the average school week will fly by at a…

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10 Helpful Carpet Terms to Know

Carpet Terms | Flooring 101

We all love the soothing touch of supremely soft carpet, helping us create calming, inviting atmospheres in the home that our families love to spend time in. When it comes to new carpet shopping, other than selecting your favorite shade, it can be hard to differentiate between carpet samples in a flooring showroom. Of course,…

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