A scraped and distressed hardwood floor made out of Hevea, also known as “rubber tree”. Amazingly, this is the same source which produces natural rubber. This exotic species of wood has a beech grain and lots of character. This floor in any room is the perfect accent, or can even stand alone as a focal point of design. The grain is subtle and the colors are natural, “Chamboard” being my personal favorite. With each welcomed guest entering your home, you will instantly see eyes gaze to the floor in awe. With fun facts in tow you have yourself a conversation piece, rich in both style and history.

Whether your decor is Tuscan, Mediterranean, Old world, County cottage or any of the modern variations, this floor delivers. There are many pros to convince you of the value as well as the remarkable beauty of this flooring option… Possibly the most appreciated being how well it will hide the day to day traffic, color coordinate with any furnishing, also being scratch resistant, clearly easy to maintain. Each individual piece is different, you can appreciate how they come together, and provide a natural landscape in your home, and that’s the beauty of hard wood floors.

Have we hit the hardwood nail on the head, or are there other products out there that you love more and would like some more information on? Tell us what you think.

You should consider Masland Carpets and Rugs; founded in Pennsylvania in 1866 and since has been among the highest quality of carpets and rugs. Among a variety of different textures, colors, shades, and even cushioning preference, you can find everything you’ve been dreaming of.

A wonderful product of theirs, Shangri-La is a deep and densely textured cut pile carpet that is not just the perfect accent to a room it makes the room. Luxurious and soft, as soon as you step on to this broadloom work of art you will forget the couch and just melt into your carpet. The perfect space to lay with a book, or just to day dream. Transform your room with one of the awe inspiring 25 colors that it is available in.

Most importantly, being that it’s a Stainmaster Ultralife carpet, you can rest assure you get the best as far as durability and elegance.

All though the price conscious value shopper may squirm a bit at the price, Masland has crafted this product to be worth every
penny. Looking for that perfect carpet? Stop by, take a peak and tell us what you think.

Tile can be the most contrasted and diverse form of flooring that anyone can hope for. If designers can dream it up… you can tile your floor with it. No other flooring solution can carry your own personality with as much gusto, taking your room from beyond flooring and into art.

Not only are tiles made so varied in style and color but they have the most options in trim and accessories. Accent pieces and complementary trim are abundant and easy to combine into a unique and functional design. Classics such as marble, slate and travertine can mingle with porcelains that are of neon colors to abstract designs.

Tile can fit so perfectly into modern design, the straight clean lines, the symmetry. Now tile manufacturers are venturing into new and unfamiliar territories, experimenting with metallic’s, Fleur de lis, and linens. A beautiful example of such is Emser’s “Strands” collection. It’s linear fabric pattern is offered in an eclectic color pallet. With a range of sizes not only will you have a unique tile but you can have it in many different patterns.

Are we being square with you, or do you see it from a different angle? Please let us know your take.

Have you ever wondered about choosing a floor covering that was truly a classic look. I know that so many of my clients are looking for a style that is versatile, fashionable, and something that won’t be out of style in the next five years. Something that would quite literally stand the test of time. Travertine is a fantastic option. It has been used in many well known buildings such as the Colosseum in Rome, The Getty Centre Museum in Los Angeles California and the Sacre Coeur in Paris to name just a few.

To better appreciate the “wow factor” you need to understand the natural origins of travertine… It is formed by subterranean springs, underground rivers, and other water sources. The stone is characterized by pitted holes and troughs in its surface. Quarried all over the world, most of the imports come from Italy, Iran, Mexico, Turkey and Peru. Travetine tends to have a lot of variation, the highs and lows of the stone add the real character and make it a truly special choice for flooring. No one piece is ever the same. There are also a number of styles that it is made available in. There are many variations of this tile from distressed and rustic to clean cut and precise.

Each style of marble and travertine stone is a reflection of the unique geographical location from which it was extracted. It has an impressive history of use in architecture and is becoming more and more popular.  Many homeowners find it the perfect covering for their “Tuscan kitchen”. It’s like owning a small piece of history in your own home.

‘Sealing’ is something to consider. Because travertine is natural and is porous, it should be sealed in order to properly maintain the look and luster of the floor. Also to protect your floor from potentially being stained by a liquids; such as red wine, or coffee.

Next time you are in the market for a floor that can meet your every want and need, think about travertine and it’s long history of beauty and elegance.

A scraped and distressed hardwood floor made out of Hevea, also known as “rubber tree”. Amazingly, this is the same source
which produces natural rubber. This exotic species of wood has a beech grain and lots of character. This floor in any room is
the perfect accent, or can even stand alone as a focal point of design. The grain is subtle and the colors are natural;
Chamboard” being my personal favorite. With each welcomed guest entering your home, you will instantly see eyes gaze to the
floor in awe. With fun facts in tow you have yourself a conversation piece, rich in both style and history.

Whether your decor is Tuscan, Mediterranean, Old World, County Cottage or any of the Modern variations, this floor delivers.
There are many pros to convince you of the value as well as the remarkable beauty of this flooring option…
Possibly the most appreciated being how well it will hide the day to day traffic, color coordinate with any furnishing, also
being scratch resistant, clearly easy to maintain. Each individual piece is different, you can appreciate how they come
together, and provide a natural landscape in your home, and that’s the beauty of hard wood floors.

Have we hit the hardwood nail on the head, or are there other products out there that you love more and would like some more information on?
Tell us what you think.

So this year, inspire creativity. Feed the mind, body and spirit and do so starting with that fifth wall.The blank canvas that is your floor. There are so many fun and exciting things available now to not just spice up a room, but to give it a total transformation and redefine the idea of a PERSONAL space. Do you want something soft to sit and lay on try a carpet with a pattern, they add depth to your decor and can come in anything from pin dot to “Tiger Stripes.”

Want a hard surface? Now cork and linoleum have so many fun and exciting designs you can make virtually any pattern or design. What ever you do think about you? Put yourself in this room make it yours. Inspire yourself. Enjoy your home!

Why is it that one of the most basic and primative of flooring choices out there can still inspire awe. The gleam of candle light that bounces off the surface of that slightly glossy finish. The elegant and subtle roll of a handscraped and distressed wood that feels 100 years old but has a style as current as your I pod. Do you remember there was actually a time when people would cover up all their wood floors, hiding them and installing carpet over the top. Now a days people rip up old carpet in hopes of finding the burried treasure that was once disgarded.

Flooring 101 has got what you need to make that room. We have so many fantastic hardwood choices available to compliment your decore, and just make that room something that inspires. What do you want your floors to say?

However I’ve found that being green in the flooring world is getting easier and (thank goodness) cheaper. Flooring choices are becoming much more durable, can be used longer and either be refinished or cleaned. There are so many fashionable yet practical solutions to your flooring needs. Whether it’s pets, kids or a messy spouse there are an infinite number of solutions.

Flooring 101 has carpets available that are made 100% from recycled soda bottles, and we have taken steps to stop throwing old carpeting in land fills, by reclaiming and recycling.  We have wood floors that use less raw materials, and some wood floors have even been reclaimed out of old abandoned buildings. But, the best part is that it’s affordable. Whether it’s for one room or your whole house lets make this world a better place and save some money while we do it.

Their next step was to paint their toddlers’ new bedroom.  After putting several sample colors swatches on the wall, they selected the perfect color. They poured the paint in the roller tray, applied their first coat and then went downstairs to have some lunch and let the walls dry.

After a good lunch and a couple hours, they gathered all their equipment. Ready to get started, they went up stairs to finish the walls. Unfortunately their helpful son had decided to start without them. Found the pail of paint, and did his best. The result was a bit shocking.

That’s when they came back to me. When they walked in to our store, they were many things, and none of those were happy. Luckily they purchased their carpet from us, a “Stainmaster Flooring Center.” The carpeting that they purchased was an Ultra Life product. An exclusive warranty only found in Stainmaster Flooring Centers. “The warranty,” I explained “actually covers ANY type of stain!”

Together we submitted the claim and in no time their home was exactly the way they had dreamt it. Why Stainmaster?… Why not?

“We just purchased a home and it’s a mess… We need all new flooring and don’t know where to begin!”

Where do you begin when you have a blank canvas? What questions do you ask when you know nothing about the subject? So often we enter into uncharted territory, arms crossed and nervous. In any of our showrooms there are thousands of products that come in a variety of different materials, colors, styles, and textures.

The sample that you may so casually pick off the display rack and place on the floor will some day define your living room. The carpet sample you drag your bare foot across will some day be the cushion that your baby learns to walk on. That floor will be danced on, run across, be a table, a coaster, and the perfect place to watch TV or read a book.
Look into the things that make up your daily life. Ask yourself the questions that define you and your lifestyle…

We strolled through the store, and I started asking the questions that would help create their perfect home. Slowly we narrowed the field and when we were down to three different samples the couple breathed a sigh of relief.

“Take these home and see which one looks best next to your paint, and with your furniture,” I said. We parted ways and the couple walked out of our store with a look that showed the weight of the world had been lifted off of their shoulders.

So, when you set out to pick out that perfect floor, remember: this floor is not just what you walk on, it’s what you live on.