Hardwood floors offer timeless beauty and elegance that can enhance the overall look and feel of your home. It’s a reason many homeowners demand hardwood when they’re remodeling their homes. Of course, it’s not the only reason. Some people like the durability and longevity hardwood offers. When properly maintained, hardwood floors can last for decades, even generations. Or maybe you’re remodeling with home value in mind. You know this isn’t your forever home, and hardwood can increase the resale value of a property. Homes sell faster and at higher prices when hardwood flooring is installed. Al ..read more

When you step into a flooring center, it can feel a bit overwhelming. Even if you have some idea what you want, the sheer amount of choices can have you catching your breath. What do you pick? What’s the best option? Where do you start? If carpet is on your list, you’ll find the most popular carpet manufactured are nylon, polypropylene, polyester, and acrylic. They all have benefits and drawbacks. They make good additions to homes across the Front Range. Yet more homeowners are turning to wool carpet. Is wool carpet right for you? What is Wool Carpet? You want carpet. But you also want quality ..read more

If you step back in history and visit your parents’ or grandparents’ homes, you’d probably find sheet vinyl flooring throughout the home. Sheet vinyl was new and cool. It held up beautifully in the places where other flooring failed: Bathrooms Laundry rooms Kitchens Basements These places needed moisture-resistant, stain-resistant alternatives because of the daily activities. Spill a jar of pickles? Sheet vinyl made it a snap to clean up. Worried about how daily showers will impact the flooring? Not if you had sheet vinyl in place. But if you remember the sheet vinyl of yesteryear, you might ..read more

You buy some things frequently, such as cereal or shampoo. If you select something you don’t like, you can replace it with little effort and no worries. Flooring is different. It’s not something you replace on a regular basis. In fact, you probably have hopes it will last for years – decades – and that can increase your anxiety when replacing it. Buyer’s remorse affects all of us from time to time, especially if you’re shopping for something significant. It’s common when spending a lot of money on something you thought you wanted, only to worry shortly after the sale about whether it was the r ..read more

What do you think of when you hear the term “rustic?” Do you envision a cozy, wooden cabin nestled in the Rocky Mountains? Do you see it adorned with warm, earth tones and simple, handcrafted decor? Items like exposed wooden beams, stone fireplaces, and woven textiles have a sense of authenticity and rugged charm. They might remind you of a simpler, more peaceful time, allowing you to focus on what’s most important. Rustic. It truly is a lifestyle. And it’s one you can embrace, starting with your hardwood flooring. What is a rustic design style? Are you already seeing your new home or remodel ..read more

What do you want from your new home design? For many homeowners, it comes down to two words: color and character. People are tired of sameness. They’re sick of getting what everyone in the community is getting. They want something different, something that stands out and shows a little personality. Could that come in the form of plush carpet? Carpet … it’s in demand Think homeowners are moving away from carpet? Think again. Statistics show the carpet industry is growing at a rate of 6.24 percent per year. While hardwood may be on the tip of everyone’s tongue, carpet isn’t going anywhere. You m ..read more

What is luxury? We each define it in different ways. It might be a thing of elegance, something we admire from afar. It could be a luxurious experience, something far beyond what is essential for survival. We dive in to indulge, appeal to our senses. Or maybe it’s about comfort. It’s crafted from quality materials, expert artistry, and a keen attention to detail. We know luxury when we see it. It looks different. It feels different. It’s not basic, it’s luxurious. It’s what we want to suit our personality and individual tastes. Here’s the thing: We can create luxury even on a budget. Luxury co ..read more

Moving into a new-to-you home is an exciting experience. You’ve found a home you can love, yet you want a little personalization. In fact, you probably noticed it the moment you walked through the door. The color in the bedroom is all wrong. The basement is in need of a significant upgrade. And then there’s the flooring. It’s laminate, but it’s peeling in corners, and the color is just wrong. You’re tired of the red shimmering glow that cascades throughout the main floor. You need sunglasses just to walk through your home. Red is out. A lighter, more natural color is what you desire. Yet even ..read more

You’ve been dreaming of a remodel. You’ve hunted down resources, built pinboards galore, found exquisite furnishings that match your personality, and have an eye on the perfect look. You have a plan – even if it’s only in your mind. You see it, even if you haven’t put all the pieces into place. Every plan needs a starting point. A base. A place to begin. That’s where a floorplan comes into play. And for whatever room you’re hoping to design, a floorplan is your guide. Floorplans turn concepts into tangible forms. It allows you to get your vision down on paper, and provide everyone on your wor ..read more

It’s easy to get sucked in by today’s design shows. They make remodeling an entire home in one day seem effortless. Of course, you and I both know it’s not that simple. Picking out what materials to use and having it delivered can take weeks. Have you ever walked into a design center just for fun? You peruse the aisles, imagining each item in your newly renovated home. New furnishings. New paint for the walls. New flooring. For some, it sends them home almost as soon as they walk through the door. How do you finalize your selection? And if tile flooring is on your wishlist, it’s even easier to ..read more