Most of us wish we could be better at keeping our homes clean, but even the best of us can't keep everything spotless 100% of the time. Life happens, dirt, dust, hair, and crumbs happen. Pets and kids are certainly a leading cause of messes, but even petless empty nesters kick up dust. The average … Continue reading Best Flooring Options to Hide Everyday Messes
If you're like me, you like to make your home inviting for guests by keeping it tidy and having things prepared if you know something special is happening. But did you know this habit can also make life easier for tradespeople coming in to work in your home? I'm going to list some things that … Continue reading Ways That You Can Make The Job Easier For Your Flooring Installers (and maybe save some money at the same time)
2023 was a big year for us here at Stirling Carpet and Flooring. We hired Kim and Brian's son Justin, Mya moved from part time to full time hours, and our office family grew by four paws with Justin's puppy Merlin joining us just after Christmas. We also saw a shift in lots of flooring … Continue reading 2024 Flooring Ins and Outs
Plank flooring is one of the easiest DIY flooring options. This includes vinyl plank, laminate, cork, and some engineered hardwood. However, once you have purchased your preferred plank flooring, you will need to know where to start. You may think this part is easy, but the direction in which you lay your floor dictates the … Continue reading What is the best direction to lay plank flooring?
Shown above: Richmond Omega vinyl plank col. Natural Oak Audacity Laminate col. Sherwood Vinyl plank or laminate, which way do you lean? Nowadays, they are both durable, easy to install, and quite often, they are also nearly waterproof. So how do you know which one is right for you? Is it a matter of cost? … Continue reading Vinyl Plank VS Laminate, One in The Same?
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