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Top 5 flooring trends to embrace in 2024
What color of hardwood is trending in 2024? What are the hottest bathroom flooring ideas? Is carpet making a comeback? These are some of the common questions homeowners are asking in 2024 , and understandably so. Choosing a new floor for your home is a big decision. And it can be an overwhelming one, with interior design trends constantly evolving and an abundance of flooring options...
The hottest bathroom flooring ideas for 2024
If you’re planning to give your bathroom a fresh look this year, the bathroom floor is a great place to start. From patterned tiles to luxurious natural stone, here’s a look at the hottest flooring trends right now. The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set goals, plan for new projects, and think about what you really want in your life — and in your home. In other words...
What type of hardwood flooring is best?
Engineered hardwood is the best hardwood flooring for most settings. The beauty of authentic hardwood layered with the stability of engineered wood offers the perfect combination for gorgeous, durable floors with a multitude of performance benefits. Hardwood looks are the most sought-after flooring visuals for interiors, a thriving trend that shows no sign of slowing down...
Is a new basement floor on your holiday wishlist?
Make this holiday season truly special for you and your loved ones. Here are six inspirational basement renovation ideas to help you plan your dream space. Not sure what to include on your wishlist this holiday season? Consider treating yourself — and your guests — to the gift of a renovated basement complete with a new basement floor. A renovated basement adds valuable square footage...
4 Tips for keeping your home clean, warm and cozy this fall and winter
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is coming to an end. That means it’s time to bust out those fuzzy socks and start preparing your home for the cooler months. There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day out in the cold, firing up the heating, and planting yourself in front of the TV. At the same time, there’s nothing worse than seeing your inflated heating bill at the end of the winter...
Summer BBQ's - Food, family and flooring
The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the kids are out of school. You know what that means. It’s time to fire up those BBQs and start planning those pool parties, because summer is officially upon us. More food. More family time. More fun, right? Not necessarily for your floors. There’s a lot to consider when purchasing flooring. Aesthetics are usually near the top of the list, and rightfully so...
Is carpet flooring ideal for an active household?
Carpeting can be fantastic flooring, even if your home is busy and active. Look for brands that offer built-in stain protection for the best results. But there's more to getting a superb carpet for a busy space; we can help with it all. So take time to consider these facts as you start your remodel....
What are the different carpet flooring fibers?
You'll find many fiber options as you search for the perfect carpet floor covering. These are very important because each fiber offers specific characteristics. You may need the characteristics of one fiber more than the others. And it's worth taking the time to find out more about how this affects ...
Four things to understand when shopping for the perfect carpet
You’ll love carpeting! It's elegant, stylish, has a soft, cushion-like feeling underfoot, and comes with countless benefits, such as eliminating sound and providing safety from hard falls. But, of course, we want to be sure you select the best soft surface floor covering, so here are some tips ...
What is the lifespan of carpet?
Carpeting can be a fantastic addition to your home, especially if you need a soft, stunning option for any room. But if you're wondering about this material's potential lifespan, we have some information that could be very important as you shop for your materials, so follow along with us now. The ...
What is the difference between nylon and polyester?
This is a common question that we get at Stafford’s Discount Carpets. Today's carpet is mainly made with nylon. This has been the standard for decades. About 20 years after nylon, polyester was developed, and it became available in the 1960s. Homeowners immediately noticed that it was similar to ...
Luxury vinyl is a practical flooring solution
There are many reasons to choose luxury vinyl flooring. Practical luxury vinyl plank, or LVP, mimics hardwood. It's waterproof, and it needs no attachment to the subfloor. Vinyl plank flooring is perfect for every area of the home, even bathrooms and basements. Trendy wood-look LVT flooring is ...