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How to avoid common hardwood flooring mistakes

Common hardwood flooring mistakes and how to avoid them

Avoid costly hardwood flooring mistakes with the answers to your most common questions on installing, repairing, and maintaining your dream hardwood flooring. Hardwood flooring can transform your home, adding timeless elegance and value. However, if you’re not careful, hardwood flooring can also come with some expensive mistakes. Whether you’re tackling a full installation, considering...

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What is the best engineered flooring for homes with pets

The best engineered flooring for homes with pets

Yes, you can have engineered flooring without giving away your pets! We will walk you through the considerations for choosing planks that stand up to pet claws, water bowl spills, and the inevitable accidents while remaining beautiful. Not all engineered flooring products are built to withstand the constant barrage of claws, spills, and accidents. We know pets are part of the family, so we want...

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How to set a budget and get the most bang for your buck

Maximize your budget: Smart tips for flooring renovations

A new floor is one of the best ways to improve the look — and value — of your home. But there’s a lot to consider when searching for the perfect floor, including aesthetics, performance, and, of course, costs. This can make the process feel a little daunting, especially considering it’s not a purchase you make every day. But it doesn’t have to be. With a bit of research, planning...

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Explore the benefits of carpet vs. hardwood

When to choose carpet vs. hardwood flooring

Having trouble choosing the right flooring for your home? Sorting through the dizzying array of options can be a challenge. Let’s take a look at two of the most popular categories, carpet and hardwood floors. You’ll learn how each is used in interior design and their unique performance benefits. Whether for new construction or a home improvement project, flooring completely transforms...

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Update your bedroom with the latest carpet designs for spring 2024

Top bedroom carpet trends

Ready to update your bedroom? Check out our guide to the Top Bedroom Carpet Trends, which includes a look at the latest carpet fibers and technologies as well as the most recent color trends. Carpet is back! Especially in bedrooms. Sinking your bare feet into soft, warm carpet is a wonderful way to start the day. If you’re considering a bedroom update, you will want to familiarize yourself...

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2024 brings bigger and bolder flooring choices like wide plank hardwood and retro carpet design

Top 5 flooring trends to embrace in 2024

What color of hardwood is trending in 2024? What are the hottest bathroom flooring ideas? Is carpet making a comeback? These are some of the common questions homeowners are asking in 2024 , and understandably so. Choosing a new floor for your home is a big decision. And it can be an overwhelming one, with interior design trends constantly evolving and an abundance of flooring options...

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Give your bathroom a new look with our bathroom flooring ideas for 2024

The hottest bathroom flooring ideas for 2024

If you’re planning to give your bathroom a fresh look this year, the bathroom floor is a great place to start. From patterned tiles to luxurious natural stone, here’s a look at the hottest flooring trends right now. The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set goals, plan for new projects, and think about what you really want in your life — and in your home. In other words...

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Engineered hardwood is the best hardwood flooring for most settings.

What type of hardwood flooring is best?

Engineered hardwood is the best hardwood flooring for most settings. The beauty of authentic hardwood layered with the stability of engineered wood offers the perfect combination for gorgeous, durable floors with a multitude of performance benefits. Hardwood looks are the most sought-after flooring visuals for interiors, a thriving trend that shows no sign of slowing down...

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Is a new basement floor on your holiday wishlist?

Make this holiday season truly special for you and your loved ones. Here are six inspirational basement renovation ideas to help you plan your dream space. Not sure what to include on your wishlist this holiday season? Consider treating yourself — and your guests — to the gift of a renovated basement complete with a new basement floor. A renovated basement adds valuable square footage...

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Woman sitting on the couch drinking a coffee

4 Tips for keeping your home clean, warm and cozy this fall and winter

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is coming to an end. That means it’s time to bust out those fuzzy socks and start preparing your home for the cooler months. There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day out in the cold, firing up the heating, and planting yourself in front of the TV. At the same time, there’s nothing worse than seeing your inflated heating bill at the end of the winter...

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Family gathered around summer BBQ with wooden furniture

Summer BBQ's - Food, Family and Flooring

The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the kids are out of school. You know what that means. It’s time to fire up those BBQs and start planning those pool parties, because summer is officially upon us. More food. More family time. More fun, right? Not necessarily for your floors. There’s a lot to consider when purchasing flooring. Aesthetics are usually near the top of the list, and rightfully so...

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Three FAQs about luxury vinyl flooring textures

Texture can mean a great deal in luxury vinyl tile and plank flooring. Textures affect both the visual and performance of the floors, so it's an important topic.If you've never considered this part of your flooring, now is a great time to learn more. You might find your best options through this ...

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What is the best way to clean vinyl flooring?

Keeping your floors clean and well-maintained is an essential part of homeownership, especially when you have luxury vinyl tile and plank. The good news is that these floors are generally easy to keep clean, and we're going to tell you more about it in today's post, so read along with us now for ...

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Can I get a mid-century look with luxury vinyl floors?

Not only can you get it with luxury vinyl, but it's one of the best floorings to achieve this style, with simple, clean lines of, say, wood looks, terrazzo floors, or geometric ceramic tile patterns.What is mid-century design?Well, we can tell you what it's not. It's not ornamental but, instead, ...

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brown hardwood and white rug in living room from Troy Flooring Center on Troy, MO area

Tips for a successful flooring experience

When it’s time to choose new flooring for your home, there’s no doubt you want the best options, whether you’re flooring one room or all of them. The good news is that there is something for everyone, and we can help you find yours.Making your flooring work for youNothing is as satisfying as ...

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What is the difference between luxury vinyl plank and tile?

As you browse the luxury vinyl flooring line, you will find options in both luxury vinyl plank and tile, giving you a wide variety of options. If you wonder about the differences between the two materials, that is just what we plan to address in today's post, so read along to find out more.Let’s ...

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