Floating floors have become increasingly popular in the last decade. A floating floor means it is not secured to the underlying floor. Instead, the floorboards are attached to each other either by snapping or locking them together. So why the sudden growth in the use of floating floors? Let’s take a look. Ease of Installation […]
Over time, the grout between your tiles can become an eye sore, whether it’s from dirt and grime or even chipping and cracking. When your grout has got to the point where it simply cannot be restored by cleaning, it’s time to remove the old grout and replace with some fresh grout. Here’s some tips […]
If your hardwood floors are starting to look like a used cutting board, it’s probably time to fix those blemishes. Hardwood floors can take a fair amount of abuse, but after a few years of pets, furniture rearranging, heels and dirt, they’ll start to show some wear and tear. Most scratches are easily fixed. However, […]
The smell of fresh cut grass and barbeque has made its way back to Michigan, which means summer is almost here! As we bask in the sun, let’s not forget about our floors, especially hardwood, which tends to shy away from the hot, humid weather. Take a look at our top tips on how to […]
With winter behind us, perhaps you’re thinking of having your carpets cleaned in order to bring back that new, fresh look. However, there’s other benefits to having your carpets cleaned that goes well beyond that of a fresh look. Here’s a few: Pollutants Your carpet is typically the last line of defense for anything that […]
This time of the year in Michigan, there’s nothing more pleasing than opening the curtains and allowing the spring sunshine to enter your home. However, it’s not very pleasing to hardwood floors. Too much UV exposure can damage hardwood floors. Extended exposure to UV rays causes hardwood floors to lose their color and fade over […]
An area rug can quickly become the focal point of your room, tying together every last piece of furniture, artwork and other accessories. Before buying any area rug, here are 5 things to consider. Size & Shape know the size and shape of the rug you are looking to purchase. Rugs come in many different shapes […]
The flooring for your home office is important to create not only a comfortable environment, but to also help your home office function for your needs. Take a look below at some of our recommendations for flooring for your home office. Luxury Vinyl Luxury vinyl flooring is perfect as it’s able to resist moisture and […]
Nothing compares to hardwood flooring when it comes to elegance and natural beauty. This means you want your hardwood flooring looking pristine. There’s nothing more annoying than a giant scratch or chip in your hardwood floors, and many times those blemishes come from its counterpart: the furniture. Take a look at the following tips on […]
Every person comes into our store with different needs. Whether it’s flooring in a kid’s bedroom or a personal office, each room has its own unique qualities and endures through different environments. We’ve put together our list of recommended flooring for certain living conditions and environments we see with our customers. Let’s take a look. […]
With the end of winter in sight, it might be time to consider some new carpeting. The winter months certainly take their toll on flooring, especially carpeting. Between salt, slush and muddy water, carpet can quickly go from squeaky clean to dull and dingy. But how do you decide if your carpet still has some […]
During the later months of winter, us Michiganders experience our share of melting snow. This often leads to water damage and sometimes even flooding. If you experience flooding in your home, water damage to your carpet can lead to serious health implications. It’s best to replace your carpet or at least have it thoroughly dried, […]
