Reminiscent of ancient european bas relief, sculptured tile brings elegance and style to any living or work space. Also known as “3D tile”, these products are not your typical flat gloss glazed or simple stone textured tiles. Instead, the body of the 3D tile has a deeply registered texture that creates a stunning visual of depth, dimension, and movement. 3D tile is most often seen in neutral colors as to give the bold texture an understated look. However, many colorful decorative glazes are also available for a more dynamic design. Additionally, directional white or colored lighting can be ad ..read more

Over 40 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World… January 17, 2017 –AREA FLOORS of  has won “Best Of Customer Service“, on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. Area Floors was chosen by the more than 40 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals. The Best Of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design award w ..read more

see more at www.suntouch.com As temperatures begin to drop in the fall and winter,  no one likes to crank the furnace and dread the next month’s gas or electric bill while still stepping barefoot onto a freezing hard floor. For those that prefer the look of hardwood and tile to carpet and rugs, this is a common concern. Installing an in-floor radiant heat system is the smart choice. New products have made this luxury more affordable, faster to install, and more energy efficient than ever before. There are many benefits of using this type of system. Radiant flooring doesn’t come out of a vent ..read more

September is here, and the cooler weather means it’s time to shift focus to our indoor spaces that may have been neglected while outside enjoying the Summer season. Let’s get cozy with these home design trends to fall for! Woven Texture/Textiles Move over marble and concrete, the new earthy textures are here. Look for subtle patterns reminiscent of your favorite vintage twill blazer, in color palettes that are both modern and sophisticated. Large Format Textile-Look Porcelain Tile in the “Room” Collection from Pental Surfaces Velvet This summer clothing trend is now co-opted by home decor. O ..read more

Our blog has been named in the Top 100 Flooring Blogs on the Web for 2017 by Feedspot.com!  The Best Flooring blogs from thousands of top Flooring blogs using search and social metrics. These blogs are ranked based on following criteria Google reputation and Google search ranking Influence and popularity on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media sites Quality and consistency of posts. Feedspot’s editorial team and expert review   A note from our Author: “Dear readers, When I took over blogging for Area Floors a year ago, I had no idea that my articles would be so well-received. I can’t than ..read more

With all of the floor covering options out there, choosing the right one for your home or office can be overwhelming. One question our clients frequently ask: “Laminate versus Luxury Vinyl Plank? Which is better?” Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of these two different floor covering types. Laminate flooring has been on the market for decades. It is a well-known and low-cost hard surface flooring option. Laminate is made up of four layers, three of them are visible to the naked eye. The base is typically made of a dense fiberboard. The second layer is the core made of melamine resin blen ..read more

Area Floors is now a proud supplier of Kane Carpet! Kane carpets are manufactured in Europe with an innovative weaving system featuring premium fibers.  These fibers are then solution dyed to create a rich color palette. The result, is a floor covering product that is both elegant and durable. Kane also offers a hand-tufted all wool program to include a staggering 19′ broadloom option.         With over 100 style collections to choose from, including traditional, modern, and unique hard-to-find patterns. In addition, Kane offers an “Endless Rug Collection” — a custom area rug program for any ..read more

Hardwood floors may not come to mind when you think of the well-known tile, stone, and glass brand United Tile. For over fifty years, United Tile has been a leader in quality and trend-setting building products. Now, artisanal hardwood floors take their place among United Tile’s impressive product line. There are many reasons to be excited about Plank from United Tile. Each Plank is hand-scraped and tooled by a skilled artisan. These artisans carefully select each board then bring out its unique beauty by hand staining and hand-tooling characteristics such as realistic chatter marks, antiqued ..read more

Meet Lynn Feinstein, Portland Interior Decorator of Mobius home. Lynn specializes in designing with eco-friendly building products and furnishings. Her work shows how interior spaces can exude style while still having the environment’s best interest in mind. Lynn gave new life to this well-loved waiting room of a Hawthorne Auto Clinic. As you can see from the before photo, the carpet, vinyl, and furnishings were stained and worn. This 20-year-old waiting room was in need of a makeover. What an amazing transformation!  Lynn says “The waiting area chairs are from Green Furniture Solutions. The ..read more

Remodeling your home or office can be a time consuming and expensive endeavor. Even the highest quality carpet requires frequent maintenance to look it’s best. With easy and regular care, you can protect your investment and keep your carpet looking great for as long as possible. Check out these simple carpet care tips: Regular Vacuuming: It is important to vacuum your carpet thoroughly and frequently, particularly in high traffic areas to prolong the life of and enhance the appearance of your carpet. After your carpet is laid, vacuum lightly and frequently in the first week and then at ..read more