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Home Value and Flooring

Your home is an investment. And whether you’re planning on listing your house for sale within the year or within the decade, it’s critical that any alterations or remodeling you complete add to that investment. Though many homeowners wisely invest in kitchen or bathroom remodels that have significant resale value, some homeowners don’t realize that […]

Disinfecting Home Surfaces

Let’s be honest. We know dirt and grime when we see it on a surface, but if we don’t see it, we assume our house is clean. When it comes to certain germs, however, the human eye is not enough to detect their presence. Once we understand the importance of cleaning counters, floors, sinks and […]

Household and Flooring Cleaners: Which Are Safe for Pets and Children?

When you have a pet or small children at home, it’s normal to wonder how flooring and other household cleaners are affecting them. Just as some cleaners are toxic to humans, many are also toxic to pets. For example, formaldehyde, isopropyl alcohol, chlorine, ammonia and phenols are quite dangerous if ingested by animals. Indoor pollution […]

Top Five Benefits of Luxury Vinyl Flooring

The quality of your flooring matters — it’s the part of your home that will be used every single day. One increasingly popular choice is luxury vinyl flooring. Built with planks or tiles that form a thick and floating floor, luxury vinyl provides a realistic and beautiful look. It also comes with tried-and-true benefits to both […]

Natural Looking Wood Flooring in Kitchen

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Flooring

There is no better time of year to deep-clean under your feet than the springtime. Your floors work hard for you all year long, taking on dirt as you walk, sit and otherwise live on them. Taking a little time and effort to spring clean your floors transforms your rooms and can help you make […]

12 Fun Things You Can Do at Home

A home is a place where we can be who we are and feel loved. Sometimes, spending extended time indoors can be a blessing in disguise. If you tend to get bored when staying at home, know you’re not alone. And after reading the following list of fun things to do at home, you just […]

How to Prepare for Flooring Installation

Congratulations! You’ve purchased a beautiful new hardwood, carpet, laminate or vinyl floor for your home. Since you’ve already had an in-home consultation with 50 Floor, you know exactly how your new floor is going to look. Before you can enjoy your redesigned room, you have to get it professionally installed. While there’s not much to […]

How to Prevent Furniture Marks on Your Carpet

Have you ever moved a chair, sofa, bed or table in your home only to discover unsightly indentations in your carpet? These marks can be especially troublesome if you like to rearrange your furniture every year or two. The good news is you don’t have to live with carpet marks. By taking a proactive approach, […]