In our last blog post, we took a look at the first wardrobe tip presented by Rita Wilson on a recent episode of Oprah. Well, there are seven more than can be directly applied to our homes. Here’s number two: “Trust your personal style.” Many people are tempted to simply adopt a style rather than […]

The correlation between wardrobe and décor often surprises people. If you think about it though, both reflect your personal taste and provide a public vision of you. On a recent episode of Oprah, Rita Wilson, an actor and producer, as well as a style columnist for Harper’s Bazaar magazine, provided 10 tips for looking fabulous […]

We are so excited to share another kind note from someone we were able to help with their flooring! Please read below. Steve, I wanted to thank you so much for assisting us during these tough economic times.   My husband Bart told me all of your staff and installation employees were top notch and provided […]

Do you find it challenging to match colors and styles when shopping for your home? There’s a simple tool you can create to make this process so much easier. Set up a set of kits with samples of all of your flooring, countertops, paint and fabric – organized by room. When you have new flooring […]

When you say, “polyester,” do you mean just plain polyester, PET polyester or PTT polyester? There is lots of confusion about what the terms really mean. Recently, most of the polyester fibers used for carpet construction have been of the PET variety. PET polyester is manufactured primarily from used plastic soda bottles. It is an […]

Sorry guys, this one is for the ladies. (Although Adam Lambert from American Idol may have changed all of that!) Have you ever been in a hurry and dropped your mascara on your carpet? Don’t worry, we’ve got the solution. Take a look at these simple steps and you’ll be able to tackle that stain […]

Sorry guys, this one is for the ladies. (Although Adam Lambert from American Idol may have changed all of that!) Have you ever been in a hurry and dropped your mascara on your carpet? Don’t worry, we’ve got the solution. Take a look at these simple steps and you’ll be able to tackle that stain […]

Wool, the original fiber used to make textiles of all types, including carpet, is an amazing fiber with incredible characteristics, with a documented history dating back to around 4,000BC. Alexander Smith & Sons, one of the largest carpet manufacturers in the world up to the end of WWII, was at one time the largest employer […]

Ready to take a chance on color? Here are some tactics for increasing your likelihood of success. Decided to add a color or colors to a room, but not sure where to start? Take a peek in your closet to get color ideas. The colors you pick to wear will generally translate into the colors […]

Today’s post is wrapping up what you need to know about luxury vinyl tile (LVT). If you missed our other posts on LVT, be sure to check them out here. Here’s what you need to know after installation of LVT: Depending on the manufacturer these guidelines may vary: After installation, furniture and foot traffic should […]

What to know before you buy Luxury Vinyl Tile These floors should not be used in high moisture areas. Typically, these floors should not be installed over existing resilient floors. When using radiant heat flooring, the substrate should not exceed 85°F. If not installed properly, the floors can look unsightly and not wear properly. These […]

Luxury Vinyl tile floors are a durable, affordable and attractive alternative to ceramic tile, natural stone and hardwood. Patterns can be created for a modern look with metallic styles or traditional looks with travertine and slate looks. Advantages to these floors include:  Ease on joints  More quiet underfoot than most hard surfaces  […]