Few people think about the impact their flooring has on their home. Dark flooring can make rooms seem smaller, darker, and more difficult to illuminate. Dark colors tend to absorb light and if the majority of the furnishings in a room are dark, it compounds...
The desire for hardwood flooring is unrelenting. Hardwood floors increase home values, are beneficial for those with respiratory conditions, are easy to keep clean, and confer a sense of elegance in any room. However, the price tag can be an impediment for many individuals. The good...
Carpeting is a traditional floor covering for bedrooms to produce a soft and romantic feel. It also provides a buffer when you first get out of bed. Instead of stepping onto a cold, hard floor, your feet are treated to warmth and comfort. When the...
The floors in your home sustain a lot of damage over time from sources that include children, pets and entertaining. That’s particularly true of carpeting. Whether you install new carpeting or transition to completing different flooring, there are certain signs that it’s time to take...
Grout is the glue that holds tiles together whether they’re on a floor, bathroom wall or kitchen backsplash. Grout can be applied in a variety of colors to enhance the appearance of a number of areas. However, the substance is porous and unsealed grout can...
Vinyl is an affordable floor covering offering a variety of styles in a variety of finishes. Popular among professional interior decorators and commercial contractors for not only its extreme longevity but also for its unique look, luxury vinyl flooring has really come a long way....
Adding a new floor to your home can change the way it looks and feels for a lifetime. Many people don't think about all of the flooring options available to them when remodeling their homes. Laminate, ceramic, and vinyl flooring are wonderful choices for anyone...
Hardwood floors increase resale value, they’re aesthetically pleasing, and will have a considerable lifespan in your home when taken care of properly. One of the features that many people find most attractive about hardwood floors is their shininess. However, over time they can begin to...
Every homeowner knows the wide variety of rules, regulations and ordinances that can apply to any home improvement project. There are numerous projects that require a permit before contractors even begin work. However, installing new flooring isn’t one of them. You can have new flooring...
Kids and pets can be hard on floors just through normal play. What constitutes a family-friendly floor can mean different things depending upon lifestyle. It can be a floor that’s easily cleaned, one that doesn’t show scuffs and scratches, or one that acts as a...