Popular Home Renovations for 2024

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It’s hard to believe that the new year is nearly upon us. If you have been researching and pondering home improvement projects like a new kitchen or bathroom remodeling, now is the time to meet with contractors to get quotes and begin finalizing plans and budgets. Here are some of the most common types of […]

Luxury Vinyl Reality Part Two

water on luxury vinyl - ok or not?

LUXURY VINYL: THE INSTALLER’S PERSPECTIVE Let’s continue sharing why we don’t often recommend luxury vinyl plank (LVP) or luxury vinyl tile (LVT). Air Think about this … if a floor installer needs to wear a mask when they cut luxury vinyl, why would you want that flooring material in your home? It’s a VOC thing … […]

Luxury Vinyl Reality Part One

home with luxury vinyl floors, but they are not as great as you may think they are

Luxury Vinyl: the installer’s perspective As a floor installer, we have worked with numerous flooring materials. At times, we install flooring materials that are not our selected choice for a client when their preference is set on a certain product. So, we’re going to get candid with you and explain why we don’t recommend luxury […]

Wood Flooring for Homes with Pets

flooring with dogs

Wood flooring continues to grow in popularity throughout Tampa, Clearwater, Sarasota, and the surrounding communities. Although there are many misconceptions about wood floors, one of the most common is that it’s not good for homes with dogs or really any pets. We install hardwood and engineered wood flooring in homes with pets of all types […]

What is the Best Flooring for Pet Owners?

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Asking what the best flooring is for pet owners is like asking what is the best food for pets. There are a lot of variables depending on the type of pet and their habits. Your habits, as owners, may also influence what you ultimately choose for your new floors. Of course, materials are one consideration, […]

Why Wood Look Tile Flooring May be Better Than Real Wood

wood look tile

If you’ve read our blogs, you likely noticed that we love real hardwood flooring. However, we know it’s not right for every home or every room in every home. When you want the warm look that wood floors provide, but also don’t want to worry about water damage or scratches, wood look tile flooring may […]

Wood Flooring is Great in Kitchens

hardwood floors in the kitchen

Most communities from Clearwater to Sarasota think first of tile as the right flooring for kitchens, even if they’re putting wood flooring elsewhere in the home. And, although tile is an option, it’s not the only option. For many, it’s not even the best option. Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling your existing […]

Hardwood Flooring Trends of 2022

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If new floors are on your wish list for 2022, you will enjoy taking a look at the latest hardwood flooring trends. Do this before you start shopping so you know what you love ahead of time. Although popular wood species remain consistent with oak flooring at the top of the list this year, the […]

Narrowing Down Your Tile Flooring Options

Tile Flooring Options

Tile flooring is one of the most popular flooring options in the Sarasota and Tampa areas. This is often because it’s not easily damaged by water. Also, good tile is unlikely to be scratched by sand, kids, or a pet’s nails. However, if you’re replacing your floors and know you want tile, it can be […]

Pros & Cons of Prefinished Hardwood Flooring

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Hardwood flooring is one of the most popular flooring options for families replacing their floors. Its beauty and longevity is hard to match with synthetic products. However, after installation there is a time period that requires careful management. You may need to stay off of new hardwood flooring or keep rugs and furniture in another […]