Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and Tile (LVT) have taken Ventura, Kern, and Santa Barbara Counties by storm. It’s easy to see why—whether you’re dealing with the dusty summers in Bakersfield or the humid coastal air in Ventura, luxury vinyl offers a waterproof, scratch-resistant surface that looks exactly like high-end hardwood or stone. But even the…
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Whether you’re considering new carpeting for your Ventura home or you’ve just purchased new carpeting, we want you to be aware of some changes to expect in your carpet’s appearance so that there’s no surprise when you see it. It’s a phenomenon known as Shading, Pooling, or Watermarking. In certain spots—maybe near the hallway or…
Read MoreWe are blessed with over 270 days of sunshine a year on the Central Coast, but that beautiful California sun can be a silent enemy to your interior finishes. One of the most common questions we hear at Flooring 101—from Bakersfield to Thousand Oaks—is: “Will my new carpet fade over time?” The short answer is…
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California’s central and southern regions present a beautiful but challenging duality when it comes to home construction and interior finishes. From the arid, scorching heat of Bakersfield’s inland valleys to the cooler, more temperate, yet humidity-fluctuating air of Ventura’s coastal communities, flooring materials must be versatile, stable, and resilient. For decades, solid hardwood was the…
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Laminate flooring has become a top choice for homeowners across Southern California, from the coastal communities of Ventura to the inland areas of Thousand Oaks. Its remarkable ability to replicate the look of hardwood or stone, combined with its impressive durability and affordability, makes it a highly appealing option. However, one of the most common…
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You may see ads on your phone from online retailers trying to offer lower upfront prices or a big box home improvement store that touts flooring among thousands of home-related products. However, these shopping options can often lack the personalized service, expert advice, and local accountability that make you feel good about making a significant…
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Thank you to Ventura County Star readers for voting us “Best Flooring Store” in Ventura County for the 2024 Official Community’s Choice Awards! Family owned since 1971, Flooring 101 is a proud Premier Flooring Center with over 50 years of excellence. We truly believe that it matters where you buy flooring, and that’s why we…
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