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The Year’s Top Flooring Trends

When most people think of fashion, they think clothing. Flooring can become just as outdated, though — and designers introduce their own new and innovative fashions for your floors. In 2019, there were some big flooring trends you might want to pay attention to: Au naturale: One of the biggest trends for this year are natural-looking […]

Top Five Reasons to Update Your Floor

From evolving design preferences to improving your home’s market value, there are plenty of reasons to update your flooring. Whether you’re looking to sell your house soon or plan to live there forever, it may be time for an upgrade. Discover five reasons to switch up your home’s flooring. 1. Improve the Design of Your […]

Five Things to Consider When Choosing Flooring for Your Home

Are you in the process of choosing flooring and wondering how to narrow down your options? With so many choices available, it can be tricky to know which pros and cons to weigh and which flooring style is best for your home. 50 Floor has got you covered. Consider the following factors when selecting flooring for […]

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 […]