Sidewalk chalk may be an outdoor item and it may say “washable” on the label, but if you’ve got kids you know that they have a unique way of making stains appear out of nowhere. While most of it will end up on the pavement, children like to really get into their art creations and […]

You have been looking to purchase new flooring for your home and have final decided on carpet. Carpet can be a great choice for homeowners. Carpet provides you with various styles and designs; the options can be endless.    Tips for buying carpet:  Consider the room that you are buying carpet for and look at […]

A house with carpet gives the homeowner and their visitors a welcoming feeling. Not only does it provide warmth and absorb noise, it also provides a dual sense of style and function.  Read on to learn about the benefits of having this material in your home.   The comfort that comes with having carpet on […]

Cooking is a joy in the home – the scents, helping one another and of course, the eating!  But what happens when cooking leads to a mess or even a spill?    Inevitably when we are cooking or eating with oils there are bound to be accidents. It always happens when you are wearing your […]

If you have kids, you know that they can be tough on your house, especially floors.  For a kid’s playroom or bedroom, there are plenty of flooring options that will please your style and stand up to the daily rigors of life with kids.  If your kids don’t have a designated playroom, having the right […]

Did you host a Labor Day party or barbeque?  Were you prepared for stains, spills, or any other mishaps that came from having a few dozen people walking through your home with food and drinks?  We’ve got a few great tips for your next hosting experience! Today we will focus on how to get BBQ […]

Saxony carpets are plush, luxurious and extra soft, made by the cut loop pile method. These carpets are specially designed for extra softness. Available in different patterns and numerous textures, these carpets are made of 100% wool, or by combining silk or linen with wool. This carpet is woven very fine, which makes it quite […]

What makes this room work? It’s the study in contrasts that make a traditional design like this stay new and interesting. The classic elements such as the design of all the furniture, the moldings and most of the accessories contrast with the contemporary approach to color and design. Painting the walls this dark green grey […]

This is the month for Surfaces, the largest flooring event in the world. As all the newest in flooring is presented, demonstrated and sold, it’s worth taking a few minutes to consider how flooring started and how far we’ve come. Bill Bryson, the author of a number of books including the best-selling A Walk in […]

This interesting article was found on Talkfloor.com. Thought you might enjoy it! Mathematician-philosopher Alfred North Whitehead once said, “It requires a very unusual mind to undertake the analysis of the obvious.” This certainly rings true with Chris Maluszynski’s Las Vegas Carpets series, whose name explains it all. The photos draw out the psychology of Las Vegas […]

Nylon clearly holds the top spot as the most popular fiber for high-performing carpet, but did you know that olefin (also called polypropylene) actually accounts for nearly 80% of business carpet sold? In a tough economy, and at around a 20% lower cost than a similarly constructed nylon, olefin carpets are now being considered much […]

Protecting your new carpet shouldn’t be a chore. Just a few practices can keep your carpet looking good. First, review the carpet manufacturer’s warranty for their requirements. Some manufacturers now require periodic professional steam extraction to keep their warranty in force. Entryways, according to studies, are the primary source of soil entering your home. Since […]