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6 Flooring Trends for Fall and Winter

July 31, 2015

Often times people wait until fall to replace and update the flooring in their home. There is no reason you have to have the exact same style you moved into your house with. It may cheaper or more feasible to give a new flooring style a try. We have six of the industry’s hottest trends …

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The Difference Between Linoleum and Vinyl Flooring

July 3, 2015

You’re ready to upgrade some of the flooring in your home and all the options are overwhelming you. Don’t worry – we’re here to help you make the best decision for you and your family. You’ve narrowed down your options to linoleum and vinyl. It’s a decision that isn’t as simple as price comparison. Let …

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Hardwood Floor Maintenance and Care

June 23, 2015

Hardwood flooring has been a standard of elegant and luxurious interior decoration for decades. They are known for their extreme durability and lustrous glow. However, there are certain requirements for adequately maintaining the look and feel of hardwood floors for long periods of time. Failure to properly care for hardwood flooring can cause it to …

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Why Choose Tile?

June 10, 2015

Are you looking to remodel the flooring in your home? Many people can feel overwhelmed by all of the options when it comes to flooring. Among carpet, hardwood, vinyl, and tile options, each has its own distinct advantages. However, if you’ve been through all of the showrooms and hardware stores and still remain undecided, tile …

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Carpeting 101: Types of Carpet Fiber

May 28, 2015

Thinking of upgrading your flooring with new carpet? There are several options to consider when selecting a type of carpeting material. Most flooring companies carry carpeting made out of four different types of materials. Each material has its advantages and drawbacks. Calling or visiting a flooring showroom like Flooring HQ will allow you to feel …

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Recent Lawsuit Against Major Hardwood Floor Manufacturer

May 15, 2015

In a recently-filed lawsuit, it was alleged that major flooring producers Lumber Liquidators. The lawsuit charges that Lumber Liquidators does not currently follow proper industry standards and utilizes toxic amounts of formaldehyde in their hardwood floors. The husband and wife plaintiffs that brought the suit say that Lumber Liquidators did not respond to their concerns …

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A Crash Course in Carpeting

May 8, 2015

When you’re looking for just the right carpeting for your new home or remodeling project, you might find yourself overwhelmed with choices. Before you make a selection, consider a number of factors like construction, fiber type, patterns and colors. There’s a type of carpeting to suit anyone’s taste! Carpet Construction In terms of construction, we …

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Caring for Your Laminate Floors

April 27, 2015

Laminate flooring can be a convenient and economical alternative to hardwood flooring or tile. However, there are certain tips that should be followed in order to ensure that the laminate flooring is maintained in order keep its original beauty. By following these steps, laminate flooring will remain vibrant and durable for much longer. Sweep or …

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5 Questions to Ask Before Picking a Hardwood Floor

April 21, 2015

Choosing the right hardwood flooring can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. It’s important to keep in mind some important questions to ask yourself so that you can help streamline the process and make sure you’ve made the right choice. Take a look at some top questions to ask before making your final …

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A Homeowner’s Guide to Dog-Friendly Flooring

April 17, 2015

Man’s best friend. It’s estimated that about 40% of American homes have dogs. We love them, but we don’t always love what happens to our flooring when they’re running amuck in our homes (especially because we all know that it basically becomes their home, whether we like it or not). So take a look at …

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