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Industry News
Industry news is the place we post information about new products, and articles about flooring.
What is SPC flooring? 5 FAQs
What is SPC flooring? 5 FAQs. Stone Polymer Composite flooring is a type of luxury vinyl that is more resistant to dents than WPC flooring. WPC stands for Wood Polymer Composite; it was the original type of luxury vinyl. WPC is generally softer and quieter underfoot, while SPC is considered more durable. Both the durability and the sound dampening vary
4 Key Benefits of Luxury Vinyl Plank
When it is time for a homeowner to consider what type of flooring to install, they should look at 4 key benefits of luxury vinyl plank and put LVP at the top of the list. Luxury vinyl plank is affordable. Compared to hardwood LVP comes in well under budget. Compared to laminate it is slightly higher priced. Most importantly the
Affordable Luxury Vinyl Plank
Affordable luxury vinyl plank is appropriate for every room. It is a cost-effective alternative to hardwood. These photos of a luxury vinyl plank flooring installation in Laguna Hills, California show a beautiful example of waterproof flooring. The look and feel of traditional European White Oak is captured in this luxury vinyl plank flooring. Natural textures and earth tones come out
American Flooring Luxury Vinyl Plank
We are pleased to share pictures of an installation in a beautiful Mission Viejo home. The luxury vinyl plank or LVP flooring shown in these photos is made by American Flooring. It is from the Metropolitan Collection in the color San Diego. The type is SPC, or stone polymer core flooring that is solid and highly durable. It is an
DreamWeaver Select Chelsea
We are happy to share these installation photos of a house in Mission Viejo, CA. The carpet is DreamWeaver Select Chelsea Collection in the color Highwinds. This carpet is durable and suitable for stairs and any room in the house. The pattern is created with the cut-and-loop method. The tough fiber is 100% PureColor® Solution Dyed Polyester featuring TwistX™ it
2023 Carpet Guide: How Long Does Carpet Last?
There are a few ways to answer the question, how long does carpet last? When the question is typed into Google search, it says 5 to 15 years. One would assume that is an average of several answers on the web. A few things that affect carpet life expectancy are traffic, fiber, face weight, and maintenance. If you keep a
2023 Carpet Guide: 3 Reasons Why to Install Carpet in Your Home
Why has carpet always been a popular flooring choice? Beauty, comfort, luxury, insulation, safety, noise reduction, warmth, design, and price are all important reasons to choose carpet. Let’s look at 3 reasons why to install carpet in your home. 1- Carpet is Beautiful Beauty, when it comes to carpet, is revealed in the context of your personal taste and what
Luxury Vinyl Plank an Excellent Choice for Every Room
We are pleased to share pictures of an installation we recently completed in a beautiful Mission Viejo home. The luxury vinyl plank or LVP flooring shown in these photos is made by American Flooring. It is from the Metropolitan Collection in the color Seattle. It is an SPC, or stone polymer core flooring that is solid and highly durable. It
Luxury Vinyl Installation Photos
We recently installed luxury vinyl plank in this beautiful home in Mission Viejo. The flooring is manufactured by American Flooring. It is a durable, waterproof selection from the Natural Plus Collection in the color Big Bend. LVP installation photos throughout the home of American Flooring Natural Plus Collection, color Big Bend. Click the photo for more info. Why is it
3 Things That Will Drive 2023 Interior Design Trends
What are 3 things that will drive 2023 Interior Design trends? “Indoors and outdoors are more closely connected visually and that inspires an overall coordination of the palette. Outdoor settings, natural colors and materials are heavily influencing design because they foster a wellness mindset.” Charla Pettingill, director of product design at Shaw Floors. The 1st Trend Driver is Human Interaction
7 Reasons to Choose Dreamweaver Carpet
Durability- Dreamweaver carpet is made with high-quality fibers that are designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and wear. This makes it a good choice for busy households or commercial spaces. The synthetic fibers are extruded and in some options utilize a new backing called “PureBac.” It is lighter than older types of backing and does not contain latex. An added
When A Tree Falls In The Forest…
Gather some wood and bring it home because it is proven to help you relax. In a research paper titled: “Physiological Effects of Touching Wood,” by 3 scientists at Chiba University in Japan, it is shown that touching wood has a significant relaxing effect on people compared to marble, tile, and stainless steel. The researchers painstakingly prove what most of
NASA Collection by Apollo Flooring
Price $6.56 per square foot installed Apollo Flooring NASA Collection is high quality luxury vinyl flooring. When you choose this flooring your get the benefit of the look and feel of real wood, a highly durable surface that is 100% waterproof, scratch and dent resistant, works on most subflooring, easy hassle-free maintenance, good for both residential or commercial, and fade
What Hardwood flooring is ahead of the trend in 2023?
What hardwood flooring is ahead of the trend in 2023? In 2022 middle value, warmer wood grains rose in popularity, and we expect that to continue. We think homeowners are looking for subtle ways to mix things up a bit while staying on trend. That’s why we think in 2023 a new hardwood flooring by Anderson Tuftex called Joinery will
Aliso Viejo Luxury Vinyl Plank Installation
We recently completed a luxury vinyl plank flooring installation in Aliso Viejo, California. The product is made by SLCC, Treasure Lakes Collection, color Iceberg. Also on this topic We appreciate your reviews! Andrew Korn★★★★★7/20/2022 Read More Saddleback Carpet and Flooring did a phenomenal job removing carpet and installing Luxury Vinyl throughout our entire house. Not only does Jerry do great
6 Things to Consider When Shopping for Carpet
Durability What is more important, durability or comfort and style? High traffic areas like the entry way and stairs are better served by a durable low-profile carpet. The living room and bedrooms often get a softer plush carpet. If you know you will be staying in the house short term. For instance, if you plan on moving in 5 years,
Planet Collection by Apollo Flooring
Price $7.29 per square foot installed Apollo Flooring Planet Collection is high quality luxury vinyl flooring. When you choose this flooring your get the benefit of the look and feel of real wood, a highly durable surface that is 100% waterproof, scratch and dent resistance, works on most subflooring, easy hassle-free maintenance, good for both residential or commercial, and fade
Why Can Hardwood Floors Stand Up to Real Life?
It is natural to worry about the durability of hardwood. Spills, pets, houseplants, leaky pipes, dents, and scratches all threaten to mar the beauty and diminish the value of hardwood. Why can hardwood floors stand up to real life? Advances in technology have made hardwoods more durable. Today brands like MSI Surfaces and Shaw Floors have developed 100% waterproof hardwood
5 Reasons You Can Enjoy Carpet with Your Pets
We love our pets. According to the National Pet Owners Survey, 70% of U.S. households have a pet. Is your floor tough enough to handle living with a dog? Are you confident that housetraining a cat or dog won’t ruin your floor? Carpet manufacturers are constantly improving their products to handle the mess our 4-legged friends leave behind. Here are
Apollo Flooring Roman Collection
Price $7.65 per square foot installed Apollo Flooring Roman Collection is high quality luxury vinyl flooring. When you choose this flooring your get the benefit of: the look and feel of real wood, a highly durable surface that is 100% waterproof, scratch and dent resistant, quick and easy installation, works on most subflooring, easy hassle-free maintenance, good for both residential
Not Your Fathers Laminate Floor
Today flooring manufacturers like Shaw and Tarkett are making products that are not your father’s laminate flooring. What has changed is the quality of product because of advances in technology and factory processes. Laminate flooring is still made in 5 layers. From the bottom of the stack there is the underlayment of cork or foam which absorbs impacts, evens out
5 Remodeling Tips
Is it time to remodel your kitchen? Cabinets, countertop, sinks, and appliances are often the first things that come to mind on a kitchen remodel but be sure to plan early on what type of flooring to install. Saddleback Carpet & Flooring often comes out before and during a kitchen remodel to measure the area and help homeowners select the
What is the current trend in area rugs?
What is the current trend in area rugs? A popular choice is to have an area rug custom made to fit your room by a carpet manufacturer. An area rug can transform a space by creating a special feeling that some call a “living island” for each area where they are installed. The open floor plan architectural style of modern
5 Reasons Why Luxury Vinyl Plank is the Best Flooring
Luxury vinyl plank flooring has 5 things that make it the best flooring: padding, rigid core, beauty of wood or stone, an impervious wear layer and ease of installation. Luxury vinyl plank flooring has a built-in pad for comfort and sound. The padding on the bottom of LVP rigid flooring can be made of synthetic or cork material. Either way
What is the best kind of hardwood flooring?
The best hardwood flooring can be selected by evaluating these key factors: The look and feel of the species and grain. The style of the plank’s width, color, texture, and finish. Solid wood or engineered wood. The durability of the wood. The characteristics of the installation location. All these factors are important and need to be balanced with budget considerations.
Why Is Carpet the Best Flooring?
Sometimes it’s fun to find a comfy spot and ponder life. Was the red carpet ever rolled out for him? What kind of awards are in her future? How long can I relax here before Mom’s yoga class begins? Carpet is associated with cultural highlights Movie stars aren’t welcomed to an awards show with vinyl, stone, or wood because there
Why Choose SPC Vinyl Plank Over Other Types of Flooring?
There are 3 general categories of flooring to compare with SPC Luxury Vinyl Plank. Let’s start with hardwood flooring and laminate flooring, this category obviously is mostly wood products in either an engineered format or in the case of solid wood it is just cut down from the way nature made it. SPC is an excellent fire retardant compared to
Find Your Interior Design Imagination with Tarkett Carpet
Guidance from an interior architect “The inspiration is nature. A foliage, a forest, that is the inspiration that triggered us to bring into interiors, into homes, into offices, and into hotels. And with these carpet designs we have light patterns, deliberately intensified dark patterns. And surprising bold designs. Making it so you can create stunning areas. A light zone that
Shaw Pantheon HD Plus Luxury Vinyl
For a limited time get 20% Off Click Here to Save 20% Now Don’t miss this special promotion! Shaw Floors is one of our premiere manufacturers and we are pleased to offer a 20% discount on this high quality flooring for the next 90 days. Offer expires on Saturday August 21st, 2022. We want to be sure you are aware
Waterproof Flooring That Looks Like Wood Stone or Tile
Have you ever raced to wipe up a spill on a hardwood floor? How long does it take for the water to get under the planks? Standard laminate floors are ruined after 1 hour of immersion, but today there are products that are 100% waterproof. The planks are manufactured with stable waterproof materials and backed by long term warranties. For
4 Ways to Choose Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood floors are beautiful and popular because the variation and character of the trees comes through in the grain. It is said that the highest praise is imitation, and hardwoods are imitated today in countless products from laminate to luxury vinyl. They are a great option if you want to save some money and time on the installation. But sometimes
5 Ways to Make Happy Feet
Does your floor make your feet feel happy, comfortable, and stylish? 2022 is shaping up to be a year of bringing back the classic styles and combining them with pizazz. Let’s discuss 5 ways to renovate your flooring and make your visitors feel happy to stand on your floor. Spark Imagination Let’s start with a bold trend in 2022, arranging
4 Benefits of Commercial Carpet
Ease of Installation and Repair The first benefit is the ease of installation. Probably what comes to mind when we think of commercial carpet is a tough low-profile product that does not stand out because it is strictly business. Commercial carpet comes on rolls or in carpet tiles. The tiles are practical because when the business must move furniture, cubicles,
3 Things that Make Long Lasting Flooring
What is the longest lasting type of flooring? Traditionally, ceramic tile or stone can last for centuries. Wood when properly installed and maintained can last a long time too. Let’s talk about 3 things that make long lasting flooring in any material.1. Correct Installation- Ideally, have the installation done by an expert. But if you plan to install your own flooring.
2022 Flooring Guide
Simplify! 2022 Flooring Guide is a summary of considerations when shopping for flooring. How does a homeowner balance budget, design, and installation? If your main floor has a variety of flooring products, consider picking one flooring that can unify the look. In the past, high traffic areas were covered with tile, and lower use areas were covered in carpet or
What is a floating floor?
Engineered wood, luxury vinyl, and laminate are all three products that can be floated. Engineered wood has the option of being glue down as well. The advantage of a floating floor is if one of the planks get damaged, it is very easy to remove a base board from a wall, start unlocking the locking mechanisms, and get to that
Flooring interior designers are buying
What kind of flooring are interior designers buying right now? Saddleback Carpet and Flooring works with a lot of interior designers. We are helping them install luxury vinyl in mid-priced or high-end homes. The benefit is extreme durability, it is 100% waterproof from the surface, it is a floating floor, and it is extremely pet friendly. Installation is typically half
How Does it Look to Replace an Old Floor?
Upgrade your old flooring to 100% Waterproof Luxury Vinyl How does it look to replace an old floor? There are several advantages to replacing your old flooring with new engineered products. First of all, there are many highly durable luxury vinyl products that are engineered to hold up under high traffic and are not vulnerable to water damage. In this
How to Prepare A House For Resale
When working with homeowners who want to position their home to sell. We come up with a few really good cost-effective solutions for them. One of them is a carpet that looks very expensive that is mid-grade price wise. Another product that we do a lot of right now is a mid-range luxury vinyl. What a lot of realtors are
How To Repair a Damaged Floor
When flooring is damaged by water in part of the house and the homeowner wants to match the old flooring in only the damaged areas, the problem is many products are discontinued after 3 years on the market. This makes it difficult to find the exact product, but Saddleback Carpet & Flooring does a really good job of matching the
Popular Carpet Now
What is the most popular carpet style right now? In today’s environment, most people are looking for a low profile carpet. It is what is called a cut loop pattern carpet. The reason is that a lot of people are sensitive to allergens and dust mites. Some of the high pile loose plush carpets retain more dust if they are
Shaw Emergence Carpet
Install new carpet before your Holiday guests arrive! Shaw Emergence carpet is distinctively stylish and durable. Part of the Bellera collection featuring high performance fiber with R2X® built-in stain & soil protection and LifeGuard® Spill-Proof Backing™. Plus, it’s all covered by our No Surprises, Worry-Free™ Warranty. There’s time to get new carpet installed before the Holidays! Impress your guests.Shaw carpet
Stone Polymer Composite Flooring
Advantage Series: Nordic Collection SPC 100% Waterproof RIGID CORE SPC – Stylistically Pure The Scandinavian style focuses on light and space and is a symbol of a Healthy, Sustainable and Practical Lifestyle. The Advantage Series: Nordic Collection Rigid Core SPC is inspired to be stylistically pure, simplistic, & uncluttered. The Nordic Collection is 100% Waterproof, GreenGuard Gold & FloorScore Certified
Land Mark Hardwood Flooring
The Land Mark Collection is made from the highest quality of European oak offering premier wide planks. The Collection has a reactive satin finish that enhances the natural beauty of the European oak. This Collection has a modern, elegance, and sophisticated colors just like a piece of timeless landmark that withstands the tests of time. Land Mark is from Crystal
Visualize a New Floor
When you are considering installing a new floor, whether you want luxury vinyl, carpet, or commercial carpet, it helps to see a photo. The EF-EYE® Visualizer is changing the way that consumers purchase flooring. This innovative tool gives shoppers the opportunity to see exactly what Dream Weaver carpet, Pentz commercial carpet, and Engineered Floors Hard Surfaces luxury vinyl products would
Technological Advances in Engineered Waterproof Flooring
Water damage is a common problem. Sometimes it is caused by someone splashing in the tub and not quickly cleaning it up. Or, it could be a leak from an appliance or plumbing. Today you have lots of alternatives in flooring products that are not easily damaged by water. Saddleback Carpet and Flooring are experts at removing damaged flooring and
Frequently Asked Questions Carpet vs Vinyl Plank Flooring
Frequently Asked Questions Carpet vs Vinyl Plank Flooring When in the market for new flooring many frequently asked questions come up. We have compiled a list of the most asked questions when it comes to carpet and vinyl plank flooring. Which is better carpet or vinyl? Vinyl is more durable than carpet and well-suited to areas that attract a hive of
Why Springtime is the Best Time to Replace Your Flooring
Why Spring Is the Best Time of Year to Replace Your Flooring Spring is a season for new beginnings, and that includes your homes flooring. The weather is finally warming up. When the sun shines brightly, your thoughts turn to brightly colored flowers, new shrubs, and other landscaping ideas for the outside of your house. But that doesn’t mean your
Renovating your staircase? Best Flooring Options for Stairs
Renovating your staircase? Best Flooring Options for Stairs The staircase is a high-traffic area in every house with daily movement up and down. As a result, stairs are a focal point in a home and a highly visible space that necessitates both style and a durable flooring material. Since staircases are not susceptible to water, a variety of flooring materials
Floors Designed to Last Top 5 Durable Flooring Options
Floors Designed to Last Top 5 Durable Flooring Options Are you shopping for new flooring in your home, but you don’t know which option to choose? Making a choice can be daunting when it comes to choosing new floors. There are so many choices out there, after all, how do you know which one is best for your home? Saddleback
2021 Carpet Buying Guide
Carpet Buying Guide We know that purchasing new carpet is an essential purchase. At Saddleback Carpet & Flooring, we want to make it as stress-free as possible when you go out and start shopping for new flooring. Let us show you how to pick and what to expect from the many different carpet products out there. Let’s get ready to
4 of the Most Affordable Flooring Options
It is important to factor in the cost of new flooring when remodeling a house. One of the best things about new floors is that you can model an entire room around them so finding stunning, quality choices is essential. But when you’re a homeowner renovating on an already tight budget, finding an inexpensive flooring alternative is even more important.
Carpet Buying Guide
We know that purchasing new carpet is an essential purchase. At Saddleback Carpet & Flooring, we want to make it as stress-free as possible for your outing. Let us show you how to pick and what to expect from the carpet. Set your goals before you shop for fresh carpets. For every household and occasion, there is a number of
Why you should get new flooring before the holidays
Whether it is your first time hosting a get together this year or you’ve kept the title of “host with the most” for several years, before the holidays, there’s no better time than now to shop for new floors. Creating a comfortable environment for your guests is one of the keys to hosting a great holiday party. When updating the
So if, right now, wood looks are all the rage, does that mean that the carpet is dead? 2021 Trends to keep an eye out for.
So if, right now, wood looks are all the rage, does that mean that the carpet is dead? I mean, to be frank, all of us here in the world of flooring were wondering. Flooring is going through a revolution somewhat and producers either need to adapt or risk being left behind. Carpet has felt like our favorite TV show
Step Out of the Darkness with Light, Natural Colors
Light or dark flooring provides completely different looks and you should consider carefully before selecting new flooring for a home. While dark flooring offers a dramatic contrast with light interiors, these floors show the dirt, while a light flooring may not be your cup of tea. Ultimately, the decision is completely in your hands, although one of our flooring experts can
How to keep your carpet looking guest ready
How to keep your carpet looking guest ready. The holiday season is approaching and you might be thinking that your carpet could use a good cleaning before guests arrive. There are a few things you can do every day to maintain your carpet’s appearance and when to hire a professional cleaner. Daily Care The best way to protect your carpet
Waterproof vs. Water Resistant Flooring
Waterproof vs. Water Resistant Flooring Waterproof is a big word. It means “Water won’t affect me at all”. Having a waterproof floor doesn’t mean your entire house will handle major flooding, but once it is all cleaned and dried off the Waterproof Luxury Vinyl can be put back in place rather than thrown away. Waterproof flooring comes to the rescue
What’s New in the Saddleback Carpet & Flooring Showroom
What’s New in our Showroom Saddleback Carpet & Flooring has exciting news. Thanks to the latest manufacturing technologies, the newest styles of carpet are now available in our showroom. Dream Weaver will bring a brand new line of style and design, focused patterns, textures and colors into a standalone collection called DW Select. Style DW Select carpet from Dream Weaver
Carpet Allergies
Carpeting can make a room feel cozy. But it can also house allergens, which get kicked into the air whenever it’s walked on. This can happen in even in the cleanest house. Pollen and microscopic irritants living in your carpet can come from inside and outside, and can also come in on the bottoms of shoes, or through open windows.
What is the average lifespan of Carpet?
What is the average lifespan of Carpet in your home? When you start to shop for carpet, you will notice that the large selection of styles and brands to choose from can be overwhelming. It might seem like carpets are created equal and seem similar, but different styles of carpet last for different amounts of time. This has to do
What is Cork Flooring?
What is Cork Flooring? Although cork flooring has been around for many decades, it has recently become in high demand, due mostly to the fact that it is a “green” natural renewable material. It can be used without the guilt associated with using fine hardwoods from old-growth forests or tropical rainforests. Cork comes from the bark of the cork oak tree
Why Luxury Vinyl Flooring Is Beneficial
One of the most notable ways of standing out is using mind-blowing flooring. Luxury vinyl tile and plank flooring makes use of various printing techniques. The designs created are meant to maintain the textures of stone grooves and wood grains. Luxury vinyl flooring is not only cost-effective but also highly beneficial. In today’s flooring market, luxury vinyl flooring is starting
What is the Best Carpet for Rental Properties?
What is the Best Carpet for Rental Properties? Investors have a lot of design decisions to make as they set up their rental property. Can you guess what it is? It’s under your feet. The flooring you choose can make an impact on the overall cleanliness of your property. If dirt, liquids, and other stains are not cleaned up, you
What is Stain-Resistant Carpet & How Does it Work
What is Stain-Resistant Carpet? Unfortunately, scientists haven’t yet figured out a way to produce a completely stain-proof carpeting. The good news is that stain-resistant carpet, though not guaranteed against all staining, makes it faster, simpler, and easier to keep your carpets looking as fresh and bright as the day they were purchased. How Does Stain-Resistant Carpet Technology Work? There is
What is the most popular carpet color?
The most popular carpet color is beige although it has an undeserved reputation for looking dull and being a little too safe. However, the great thing about beige is that it compliments most other colors. Warm Colors Warm colors such as red really help to brighten up the room and create a cozy ambience. Red carpets often go well with neutral and warm colored walls
Best Types of Carpeting for Stairs
Carpets protect stairs from wear and tear and can help to prevent slips and falls. People, pets and dragging heavy items can take their toll on stairs and their coverings. Because of their heavy traffic and frequent use, it’s important to find carpet for steps that can handle the abuse that comes with day to day use. Pairing the carpeting
Best Places for Backsplash Tile & Things to Consider When Choosing Backsplash Tile
Home base for most back-splashes is the kitchen, especially surrounding sinks and stoves. The back-splash protects the wall from water stains and damage—or, even marks from tools and gadgets that live on the counter. Still, many creative locations make sense to add a back-splash, like in the bathroom, behind the toilet and sink and even surrounding the showers. There is
CAN I DO IT MYSELF OR DO I NEED A PROFESSIONAL?
Costs Money tends to have the biggest impact on home improvement project elements. Educate yourself with the cost drivers for flooring projects so prices don’t come unexpected. You may be thinking you can save some money by taking on this project yourself, but that depends on other things like your skill level and availability. It’s important to lay out all costs
Common questions to ask your sales associate when purchasing new carpet or hard surface flooring.
1. Is this product compatible with my lifestyle? Different styles of flooring suit different types of lifestyles. For example, in areas where kids will be playing will most likely need a durable, stain-resistant floor. A sales associate can help you narrow down floor options based on. 2. Are there any hidden costs? Depending on where you purchase your flooring, things
Top Materials for Kitchen Countertops
Top Materials for Kitchen Countertops Granite Granite defines elegance in a kitchen. Even modest kitchens seem like luxury spaces when flavored by the beauty of granite countertops. Pros: Almost impervious to heat Very strong and durable Nearly maintenance-free when treated with newer sealers Cons: Slabs may have imperfections Stone is porous and requires sealing to avoid stains Can crack if
Best Practices for Carpet Maintenance
How Often to Vacuum Carpet Most of us don’t vacuum every day but prefer to run the vacuum regularly to keep the home feeling fresh and clean. Although vacuum cleaners keep our carpets tidy, some people say that vacuum cleaners damage carpet fibers. This is because a rotating beater bar or brush pulls, stretches, and wears out carpet fibers. While
Hypoallergenic Carpet Options & Maintenance
Many people with allergies worry that installing carpets in their house could make their allergies worse, but the good news is that doesn’t have to be true. If you have allergies but crave the cozy feeling of wall-to-wall carpeting, there are hypoallergenic options out there. What is Hypoallergenic Carpet? There is no formal industry standard for hypoallergenic carpet, so it’s
Saddleback Carpet & Flooring Top Five Bathroom Flooring Options
Saddleback Carpet & Flooring Top Five Bathroom Flooring Options Choosing flooring for your bathroom is far different than choosing flooring in other parts of the house. Water is prevalent in bathrooms and it will quickly ruin the wrong flooring. 1. Porcelain or Ceramic Tile Porcelain tile is the best of all worlds for bathroom flooring, as it is waterproof, stylish, and cost-effective.
Carpet Trends & Carpet Ideas
Carpet Trends & Carpet Ideas Keep your home up-to-date starting with your floor. Carpet manufacturers are using technology to their advantage creating never-before-seen patterns and jaw-dropping new features. Hint: They can make carpet now that is 100% waterproof Plush Carpet Softness is exactly what makes carpet special, and that ultra softness is something hard floors just cannot compete with. The
How to Make a Small Room Look Bigger With the Right Flooring
How to Make a Small Room Look Bigger With the Right Flooring. No matter what floor plan or style of architecture, it seems like every house has that one room that looks too small no matter how it is decorated. Choosing Color Tones Lighting is said to be a key element in opening up a space. A light-colored flooring such
Best Flooring Options & Ideas for Kitchens
Best Flooring Options & Ideas for Kitchens. How do you figure out what the best flooring for kitchens is? Kitchen Floors have a big job to do, take on spills and stains, and looks great while doing it. The kitchen is the hardest-working room in the house. It’s where your friends and family gather for meals, and anytime you entertain, everyone
What is Berber Carpet? Learn All About Berber Carpet
What is Berber Carpet? The most traditional and widespread use of the term berber is when it is used to describe loop carpets. A loop carpet is a type of construction that is created when the yarn is sewn or tufted into the backing and left uncut (cut pile carpets are created when these loops are cut). There are some
Why carpet padding is SO important.
Why carpet padding is SO important We understand that it’s important for consumers to get the highest-quality comfort for their home. We collaborate with you to create the precise level of cushion to absorb impact, keep floors soft and carpets lasting longer Recommended for heavy traffic residential applications Reduces energy costs Improves comfort – reduces fatigue & noise transmission Extends
Waterproof Flooring Options
Waterproof Flooring Waterproof flooring has been in high demand in the flooring market. Its ability to be installed in high moisture areas such as laundry rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms, makes it a much desired product. Flooring companies all over the U.S. promote the waterproof feature of this material, but leave out important information that may impact buyer decisions. Luxury Vinyl
Installation Methods for Engineered Wood: Floating vs. Glue Down
Installation Methods for Engineered Wood: Floating vs. Glue Down When it comes to engineered hardwood, there are two common installation methods that you should consider; floating or glue down. Here is some basic information about these two methods so you can understand the difference. Floating Method A floating floor means that the floor is locked or glued together,
Carpet Protection
Carpet Protection: Dreamweaver, Shaw, Phenix Dreamweaver The construction of Dreamweaver’s carpet is built to stand up against daily challenges such as heavy foot traffic, spills, dirt & debris, etc. They use solution dyed fiber in all of the carpet that they make. Solution dyed carpet is the consistency of the color all the way through the fiber. The color
Bamboo Flooring
Bamboo Floors Bamboo floors are a very durable product. They can look fairly similar to hardwood, and share many of the same pros and cons that hardwood has. However, they come from different plants. Bamboo is a type of grass, while hardwood comes from lumber and trees. This means that there are some differences between bamboo and hardwood that
Shaw’s Extreme Nature
Recently, Shaw has come out with a new line of engineered wood that is a part of their Extreme Nature collection, called Reflections. This line embraces the natural wood look, emphasizing the knots and grains in the planks. In addition to the natural wood look, these are the widest and longest engineered hardwood planks that you can get manufactured in
Underlayment
Underlayment is the layer between your subfloor, and your new floor. It was made to go beneath all types of floors, having many qualities that improves the performance of your floors. These are the benefits of underlayment: Sound absorbent, it reduces impact noise such as footsteps, making your floors quieter when walked on. It can act as a moisture barrier,
Making a Small Room Look Bigger
Making a Small Room Look Bigger There are many people who struggle with making a smaller room appear larger. Décor, wall paint, and flooring are all determining factors on making a room look more open. Here is a guide to choosing the right type of flooring that will help make your smaller room appear more spacious. Color: Picking the
Transition Molding
Transition Molding If you are installing new floors in your home, you may run into the topic of transition pieces. Transition pieces seam floors together so that there are no areas that may look unfinished or unprotected. There are several different types of transition moldings that serve different purposes. Here is some information about each of the transition pieces. Multi-purpose
What is the Janka Hardness Test?
What is the the Janka Hardess Test? The Janka Hardness Scale was invented in 1906 by Austrian wood scientist Gabriel Janka. The test measures the hardness of different species of hardwood, which is helpful when determining their resistance to scratches and damage. The test measures the amount of force required to push a .444 inch diameter steel ball halfway into
Quartz of Course!
Quartz of Course! Quartz is an engineered stone made out of 90% ground quartz and 10% stone chips, resins, polymers and pigments. Given that quartz is such a hard material, it is going to be more durable than a granite or marble choice. Quartz is highly durable as it is resistant to heat, scratches, and even water absorption. Another factor
Tips For Your Next Carpet Purchase
Tips For Your Next Carpet Purchase Carpet Carpet is one of the softest flooring materials in the market and has been around for decades. The fibers in carpet have been improved year after year making carpet more durable than ever. You can go with many different styles in carpet: plush, patterned, cut and loop etc. With the many styles
Laminate Basic Information
Laminate Basic Information Laminate flooring is a synthetic product, made to imitate the look of natural wood, stone, or tile. The construction of laminate consists of four layers of material that are fused together to make the final product. The very bottom is a backing layer designed to stabilize the flooring and resist moisture. The following layer is a dense
Light versus Dark Floors
Light versus Dark Floors Determining the color of your floor can be very difficult. There are many components that go into making your final decision. The paint on your walls, décor, and care and maintenance all come into play when deciding between light or dark floors. The most noticeable detail about your floor is the color, so taking the time
Care and Maintenance for all Floors
Care and Maintenance for all Floors For LVP, WPC, & SPC Use a damp cloth to blot spills as soon as they happen to prevent stains. Sweep, dust, or vacuum regularly as dust particles may scratch or dull for floor’s finish layer. Damp mop as needed with clean water and nonabrasive floor cleaner. Periodically clean your floors with a product
Saddleback Tips: Porcelain Tile over Ceramic Tile
Saddleback Tips: Why Choose Porcelain Tile over Ceramic Tile When discussing what type of tile to use in your bathroom, kitchen, shower etc., you may be wondering which type of tile is best for you, porcelain or ceramic. Their durability make them a much desired product and homeowners love the wide variety of options in color and style. Despite the
Saddleback’s Top 4 Reasons to use Luxury Vinyl Planks Flooring
Saddleback’s Top 4 Reasons to use Luxury Vinyl Planks Flooring If you are considering new flooring for any areas in your house including your kitchen and bathroom, and Luxury Vinyl Planks isn’t high on your list of possible materials, then you might not be aware of all it has to offer. We are b ig fans of luxury vinyl LVP
Saddleback’s 4 Critical Carpet Installation Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Saddleback’s 4 Critical Carpet Installation Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Installing carpet in your home is usually easier said than done. For exceptional Carpet Installation, there needs to be: Precise measuring The right equipment And the proper techniques Without all of these things, you get odd looking carpet and you will end up wishing you had hired a Professional
Saddleback Tips: Picking the Right Orange County Carpet Installation Expert
It is often hard to know whether carpet installation can be a do-it-yourself job, whether you should just let a general contractor tackle the job or whether to hire a Professional Orange County Carpet & Flooring Installation Expert. If you hire an Orange County Carpet & Flooring Installation Specialist, you still might want to know whether they are licensed and have
Saddleback’s: Benefits of Picking Carpet Flooring For Your Home
Just when hardwood floors seem to be getting all the attention in home design these days, those shopping for new flooring should not dismiss carpet too quickly. Why do our Orange County Carpet & Flooring Experts say this? Well, because there are plenty of benefits to cushioning your floors. Take young children, for instance, that extra barrier of protection from slips
Choosing The Correct Carpet With Invincible Stain Resistance
If you ever feel the frustration of spills and stains, deciding on a carpet with top of the line stain resistance will save you an incredible deal of stress. If you have not begun carpet shopping yet, you will soon quickly discover that all carpets claim to be the best at resisting stains. Today our, Orange County Carpet & Flooring
Saddleback Tips: 4 Things to Look for When Hiring a Carpet Installation Company
Installing new carpet in your home or business might seem like a simple procedure that can be done quickly. While this is the case when you hire a professional, hiring the wrong person for the job could be a costly mistake. There are a few things you can look for when hiring a Professional Orange County Carpet Installation Company to
