Most households are trying to save money with chores the homeowners can DIY themselves. We applaud those efforts and do the same in our own households as well. In some cases, DIY can actually cost you more money than hiring a professional in that field to take care of the issue. This can be the [...]
If you have decided that you need to have new carpet installed, it is going to be really important to make sure that you follow proper installation guidelines so that it is done correctly the first time, that it lasts as long as the carpet warranty covers it and you maximize this large investment in [...]
Finding the perfect area rug to make a statement in your dining room, living room, front foyer, bedrooms, and other locations in your home can be time consuming. The considerations of buying an area rug are budget, size, material, style, color, design, pattern, where to buy it, etc. Now that you found the perfect rug [...]
If you want to make your new carpet last longer, reduce noise, provide installation and feel softer to walk on, install quality carpet padding under your new carpet. Carpet Padding A carpet pad is a sheet of spongy material that goes directly underneath your carpet. The cut is smaller than your carpet so it will [...]
Did you know that your carpet’s padding is also known as a carpet cushion? The carpet cushion is just as important to consider as the type of carpet that you select. According to the Carpet Cushion Council, separate carpet cushion offers the following advantages to carpet installations: Carpet cushion can add a useful life to [...]
You are getting your home decorated for the holidays and pulling out your favorite recipes for your upcoming gathering of family and friends. The guests arrive and the beverages are poured into their pretty wine glasses. You know what is going to happen next. It happens at almost every party. Someone’s glass falls or gets [...]
The right answer for some people might be both – clean before and after the holidays! There are a lot of questions to consider to get to the correct answer. When was the last time you deep cleaned your carpets? Are they really dirty and showing signs of dirt, wear and tear? How many people [...]
Over time, Grime, dirt, and contaminants build up in the pores of the grout lines and on your tile surfaces. This makes them look discolored and dull. Mildew can develop on the damp areas. Tile and grout needs more than a quick pass cleaning with home-cleaning products and a sponge. Here are some methods for the right way to [...]
“About 97% of carpeting is made from synthetic fibers which are more resistant to stains and much less expensive than natural materials. The other 3% are natural fibers which tend to resist crushing from traffic”, states Floors USA. Fibers There are 6 primary types of fibers that are used in rugs: acrylic, nylon, olefin blends [...]
Today homeowners have many options for floor coverings such as carpet, tile, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, etc. As you are selecting what type of floor covering is best for your home, consider the following information: High Traffic Living Areas Think about how your family live in your home. Where are your high traffic areas? Kitchen, Living [...]
