Carpet Wet? Dry it to Avoid Mold You have a wet carpet, for whatever reason. First, you need to determine if the carpet and pad are both salvageable. If you pull back the carpet (tip: start at the corner of room), and the pad is soaked, you will need to pull up the carpet and […]
Read MoreWide Plank Hardwood is All the Rage
Popularity of Wide Plank Flooring Wide plank flooring has a reuse, recycle, and reclaim vibe about it. As history tells it, Wide Plank Hardwood was the first size to be used in homes. The planks were hand-cut; the larger the tree, the wider the plank! Once cut, the planks were laid down without any processing […]
Read MoreInstalling Hardwood For Your Bathroom Floor
Hardwood in the Bathroom Wow. I just saw a picture of a bathroom with hardwood flooring, and it was stunning. There are lots of people out there who think installing hardwood for your bathroom floor is not a good idea, mainly because of moisture and water concerns. And there are just as many that say they […]
Read MoreThe Many Benefits of Ceramic Tile Flooring
Add another beautiful tactile dimension to any room in your pretty home; take a look at the many benefits of Ceramic Tile Flooring Ceramic tile evokes visions of grand beauty, both in color and design. It adds another beautiful tactile dimension to any room in which it is installed, and you can be the architect of the ambiance […]
Read MoreTop 5 Eco Friendly Flooring Options
Eco-friendly Options So, you are going to buy new flooring for your home, and you also want to factor in the eco-friendliness of the product. You know that forests are vital to our environment; filtering the air we breathe, providing a home to birds and mammals, not to mention the beauty and serenity they provide […]
Read MoreMirage Hardwood Review: When Quality Meets Class
Looking for the world’s best hardwood flooring? Mirage flooring is the #1 flooring brand in North America with a product line offering Classic, Engineered, and Lock hardwood flooring in the most extensive species, colors, and widths. All Mirage hardwood floors are produced in the United States using the finest quality hardwood from certified, responsibly managed […]
Read MoreArmstrong vs Mannington Flooring > Who Wins the Race?
What to do with all those options? It is hard to compare Armstrong and Mannington because both companies offer great products. The answer may be to choose the product that best fits your lifestyle, decorating style, and budget. Take a look below at what each company has to offer. We have broken it down into […]
Read MoreBamboo Flooring: The Benefits and Disadvantages – St. Louis
Bamboo Flooring: The Pros and Cons More and more, bamboo flooring is being chosen for its exotic beauty and unique look. In the interest of helping you make an informed flooring decision that is right for you, we have listed some of the pros and cons below. Pros Aesthetics Bamboo floors are beautiful and exotic […]
Read MoreThe Hottest Hardwood Color Trends for 2015 – St. Louis
Wondering About the Latest Color Trends? Let’s take a look at some of the hottest hardwood color trends for 2015. Keep in mind that darker wood color will feel a bit more formal, and lighter, natural colors will feel more casual. Classic Brown Brown is among the most popular hardwood floor colors and lends itself […]
Read MoreReclaimed Hardwood: It’s Durable and Eco-Friendly – St. Louis
Why You Should Consider Reclaimed Hardwood Flooring Looking for a gorgeous hardwood floor that can withstand lots of foot traffic, children and pets, and also fits with your eco-friendly lifestyle? Reclaimed hardwood provides the durable and eco-friendly flooring option you are looking for. It is Durable Reclaimed hardwood is often from very old structures and vessels which […]
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