Picking the right hardwood floor can bring your modern contemporary home to life. Interior floor design might sound daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. Finding the right hardwood flooring, whether full of organic knots or striking color variation, can completely transform a room. We’d argue that flooring is one of the most critical elements in […] The post Best Flooring Options for Modern Contemporary Homes appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

Carpet vs. hardwood: It’s the classic decision faced by any homeowner renovating or installing new flooring. And unlike many other flooring options, the differences between carpet and hardwood couldn’t be starker. Here’s a brief rundown on the pros and cons of a wood floor vs. carpet and some other flooring options to consider. Comparison in […] The post Carpet vs. Hardwood: Which is Best for your Home? appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

When considering tile vs. hardwood flooring, the choice can be rather difficult. Unlike the sharp differences in a wood floor vs. carpet, tile and hardwood floors are similar in many ways. Both offer a hard, versatile surface that’s easy to clean, highly durable and stunningly beautiful. However, there are many differences in tile vs. hardwood […] The post The Pros and Cons of Tile vs. Hardwood Flooring appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

The kitchen is the heart of the home: a place where meals are prepared, messes are made, cookies are baked—and memories are created. As any homeowner knows, it’s a space that demands functionality and durability without compromising on aesthetics. One way to achieve this balance is with the timeless beauty of hardwood floors. Choosing a […] The post The Benefits of Installing Hardwood in the Kitchen appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

When Brendan Duffy first came to the U.S. from his native Ireland in 1994, it wasn’t because of flooring—he came for the World Cup. While visiting for the World Cup, Duffy took on a small flooring job with a family member. Working with his cousin quickly turned into a passion for the craft and the […] The post From Craft to Carlisle: Insights from Duffy’s Floor Services appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

Imagine padding across soft, warm floorboards in your contemporary home on a lazy Sunday morning. As you sip your coffee and stare out the window, you’re greeted by the sight of towering evergreen trees and a sparkling river weaving its way through the Cascade Mountains. Pretty picturesque, right? That vision is what led Alli Devlin […] The post Riverside Renovation: Crafting a Contemporary Oasis with Carlisle Wide Plank Floors appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

 In this exclusive interview, we dive into the dynamic world of Jackson Andrews, the founder of one of Virginia Beach’s premier contractors—Jackson Andrews Building + Design. Over the past year, Carlisle has worked to identify exclusive partnerships across the nation, culminating in a collective we unite in our Vision Builder Program. This initiative unites […] The post How Jackson Andrews Shapes His Story With Carlisle’s Floors appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

David Merrill’s been honing his wood flooring craft for over three decades now—and with a little help from Carlisle, he’s been taking his business to the next level through the installation of extraordinary wide plank wood floors. Merrill is a Carlisle Referred Installer, an experienced flooring professional working with Carlisle and our hardwood flooring products. […] The post From Craft to Carlisle: Insights from David Merrill appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

Who hasn’t gone on vacation to a beautiful area and thought, I could live here? Since it might not be practical to up and move across the world, many homeowners will draw inspiration from their travels when designing their homes. While you might not be waking up on a beach, with the right home design, […] The post Bondi Beach Meets California Chic appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more

Since she became our Human Resources Manager, Maya King has brought a wide range of programs to Carlisle to enhance the health and wellness of our 95 employees. From digital detoxes to weight loss challenges to a company cookbook filled with recipes for healthy home cooking, Maya has made getting and staying healthy fun. Her […] The post Carlisle’s Maya King Receives State Award for Wellness Efforts appeared first on Carlisle Wide Plank Floors ..read more