Category Archives: Trends

Let’s be real.  In 2012, we’re watching what we spend, trying to save more, and seeking products that fit our budget and our style.  We want an expensive look at a cheap rate.  And that’s not all, we expect our purchases to withstand the test of time and be the eco-friendly option.  What we want …

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We are becoming increasingly aware of our impact on the earth and the way that we use the earth’s resources.  As the world’s population grows, resources become more scarce and more expensive.  As a result, more and more people are seeking out products that have less of an impact on earth and more benefits to …

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With American unemployment rates at over 9 percent and growing concern over the state of our economy, the “buy American” movement is gaining momentum. One of the often cited problems with buying American-made products is that they are frequently more expensive due to the high cost of manufacturing in the US.  But when it comes …

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We hear the term “local” a lot these days.  Shopping and buying locally is part of a sustainability movement, but also helps to support the community in which you live.  Here are a few reasons that buying your new floors from your local flooring retailer is cooler than buying from the big box guys: 1.  …

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Practically anything you want can be purchased online, from the convenience of your chair.  Online shopping is particularly useful for price-shopping and finding great deals.  But a great deal on price can come with a great deal of stress. Making a big purchase online can be risky and is something that should be given careful …

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Keeping up with trends can be a ton of fun, but it can also be overwhelming. That said, most people prefer a more classic look when making large purchases like flooring, because it’s easier to change the look of the room with accent pieces than it is to replace flooring. Luckily, one of the hottest …

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Flooring HQ offers wholesale pricing directly to the public.  “How can they do that,” you might be asking.  In order to answer this question, we must first understand what a flooring retailer is. In the flooring industry, specifically, manufacturers sell their flooring products to distributors, who usually sell many manufacturers’ flooring products to various retailers …

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