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Area Rug Placement Guide

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Area rugs, which can range in size, are a fantastic and decorative way to cover some floor space in a room or protect flooring in high-traffic situations. Their purpose varies; they can be used to designate how an area will be used, add a pop of color to decor, or…

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Choosing The Right Flooring For Your Living Space

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One of the most impactful upgrades you can make to your home, other than the big ticket items like renovating the kitchen and bathrooms, is to change out the flooring in your living space. Whether you have an open-concept main floor, where the living room, family room, dining room and…

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Boho Flooring For Your Home

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Boho style, short for Bohemian, began in France in the 19th century. A departure from the stuffiness of past decorating styles, Boho encourages individuality and creativity. The best part of Boho? There are no rules; you can feel free to choose styles, colors, patterns, and textures just because you enjoy…

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The Benefits of Flooring Financing

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As with many home improvement projects, new flooring can come with a significant price tag. Even if you are self-installing, you could be looking at a hefty bill for materials alone, plus any additional supplies and tools that may be required. And if you are paying for professional installation, the…

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Incorporating the 2024 Color of the Year Design Trends

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Pantone has chosen The Color of the Year for a landmark 25th time, as of this year. Kudos to them, for being the authority on what’s trending in the world of home decor palettes for a quarter of a century! For this silver anniversary, the design-minds at The Pantone Color…

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The Benefits and Versatility of Engineered Hardwood

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The Benefits and Versatility of Engineered HardwoodWhen it’s time to redo your floors, the options are numerous and can be overwhelming. There are pros and cons to everything and flooring is no different. Classics like hardwood floors are hard to resist, but the benefits of newer options are equally hard…

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Flooring Design Trends To Watch in 2024

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New year, new you! As we reevaluate goals, hopes and dreams for 2024, it’s not all about workouts and diets; switching up your home decor isn’t off the table! Have you considered new floors? Keep reading to find out what’s trending in the world of flooring for next year. Natural…

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The Best Scratch Resistant Flooring Options

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With so many flooring options, it’s difficult to know which to choose. Some considerations are appearance, budget, and durability. Of course, look and price are important, but many people are most concerned about how their new floor will stand up to what life throws at it since flooring can be…

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The Advantages of Large Format TIle

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Sometimes, bigger is just better. Bigger portions and paychecks are both great! In fact, unless you are talking about a bigger waistline or credit card bill, size certainly can have its advantages. One product that is gaining in popularity due to its size is large format tile, which is defined…

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Flooring Ideas for Nature Inspired Design

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Nature can mean different things depending on whom you ask. For some, it may mean the forest, mountains, or lake. For others, nature can mean the beach, or even the desert. When designing a home with a natural style, choosing the appropriate flooring is crucial. Floors anchor the design and,…

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