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Are you trying to determine what type of flooring you want to install in your bathroom? There are so many choices that it can be overwhelming. Here is a list of options for you to consider,

Carpet in a bathroom? Are you crazy? No! If you pick a water, mildew and stain resistant product go right ahead and install carpet. But be sure that the carpet also has a backing that prevents water from seeping into the pad. Now you can walk barefoot on your soft and cozy bathroom floor.

Ok, so maybe you’re not sold on carpet in your bathroom. Fear not, there are still many other options. The most traditional bathroom flooring is ceramic tile. You can get super creative with ceramic tile as it comes in a variety of colors, sizes and textures. Don’t forget that you can also play around with grout color.  Just be sure to pay close attention to the porosity rating.

If you want to be a bit more unique with your flooring choice then why not go with natural stone? This option is durable and easy to care for but it does require a strong subfloor. On the downside, natural stone can also be quite slippery and cold.

What’s not cold or slippery? Hardwood.  Just be sure that you finish the floors to be water resistant. A few coats of clear gloss sealant will keep them watertight.

Glass tile can be installed just about anywhere ceramic tile would work, and it’s resistant to damage from moisture and temperature changes. Glass tile flooring is easy to keep beautiful with a mop and the same glass cleaner you use on your windows. While tiles aren’t prone to break, they can be slippery, and smooth surfaces are prone to scratching.

Bamboo and cork each offer unique properties that can make them good choices for bathrooms. Bamboo floors look similar to traditional wood floors, but are naturally harder and more durable. Cork offers a soft, warm feel on bare feet. Both cork and bamboo are naturally resistant to mold, mildew and bacteria, and both naturally repel moisture, excellent qualities in bathroom floors.

For homeowners who want the look of posh stone at a fraction of the cost and with easier upkeep, concrete may be the way to go. Many bathrooms already have a layer of concrete under existing tile or linoleum floors that can be restored through acid staining into a gorgeous, new stone-look floor. Concrete also works exceptionally well over underfloor radiant heating systems. Maintaining acid-stained concrete floors is easy, requiring only a mop and periodic polishing.

Whatever option you choose, we are here to help make the experience as easy and as painless as possible.

We love our dogs, our cats and other varieties of furry creatures. The only problem is that they shed. Cleaning up pet hair can be a daily task or it should be a daily task as fur can quickly accumulate turning your home into one big hairball.

The best way to prevent the accumulation of pet hair is to vacuum your pets, or have them groomed regularly. There are some great brushes on the market and your groomer also has a few methods of removing hair efficiently.

Be sure to vacuum and dust often and keep your clothes away from where pet hair accumulates. Wash throw rugs and blankets that pets have contact with.

If removing hair from a low pile carpet, barely dampen a regular kitchen sponge. Rub the carpet with the sponge. The pet hair will ball up and you can pick the clumps off by hand.

Fabric softener sheets make the best dusters. They pick up pet hair really well.

Rub a balloon along the surface of your carpet. The static this creates will pick up the pet hair. Putting on a pair of rubber gloves and rubbing them on the carpet will do the same thing.

Use a rubber broom or a squeegee and push it along the floor. The rubber will pull up the pet hair and make it easier to vacuum.

At the end of the day, pets shed. But the love, laughter and joy they bring to our lives make it worth the extra cleaning effort.

Some of us love to read and some of us don’t. That’s why we have videos on the website that go over everything you need to know – everything you should know about carpet, natural stone, ceramic tile, wood and laminate before you purchase anything. If you have questions about maintenance, we’ve got that covered too.

So for those of you who love watching instead of reading – here you go:

Carpet

Hardwood

Ceramic

Stone

Laminate

Vinyl

Just another way we try and make your life a little less complicated.

Verragio Godiva Chocolate, Unordinary Sandstone and Captured Heart Sculpture. These are just a few carpets that are part of Pierce Flooring’s in stock specials. If you are thinking about replacing your carpet or adding carpet to your home be sure to check the website to see if you like any of the carpets that are featured.

But before you buy any carpet please be sure that you are choosing the best type for your situation. Here is a quick guide to help you easily find the type of carpet you should install.

CASUAL AND HIGH TRAFFIC

If your style is casual, Textured carpet is your best bet. This is a very popular cut pile carpet that has alternating twists of yarn creating a two-tone appearance. Textured carpet does a great job of hiding footprints and vacuum marks. They are ideal for today’s active families and are available in a broad range of prices.

For high traffic areas area, a frieze carpet may be the way to go. This cut pile style has a very high twist level, meaning each strand of yarn is twisted so tightly that they actually curl over at the end. This creates a textured surface with a knobby appearance, and a carpet of high durability. These carpets are great performers in high-traffic areas and can go anywhere in your home. They also hide footprints and are available in various pile heights.

If you have lots of activity in your home or area that you are re-carpeting, choose a Looped carpet. This style of carpet is often referred to as a Berber. Berbers are really big bulky yarns. Looped carpets are very durable and are ideal for casual, active family rooms. they come in solid colors, Berber fleck and patterns. This carpet hides traffic patterns well but be advised that this style may make seams more apparent. Still, this is a great all-purpose carpet.

If you need a carpet that is patterned try a Cut & Loop. Cut & Loop is a combination of cut and looped yarns that create pattern effects by the variation in surface textures. Like looped styles, these carpets are low profile and thus perform well, however, sometimes their seams are visible. This style can be used in casual and traditional rooms and are available in many patterns including fun geometrics and formal botanicals. Their distinctive carved appearance and multiple colors do a good job of hiding stains and standing up to traffic.

FORMAL AND ELEGANT

For a more formal, beautiful feeling you may want to choose a Saxony carpet. This style has a smooth, soft, velvet plush look. Each yarn has a uniform twist and finish, making this carpet the perfect solution for a master bedroom, dining room or a formal living room. This style is not a good choice for high traffic areas or rooms with active kids as it shows footprints and vacuum marks.

Another carpet that looks beautiful but is not suited for high traffic areas is Cable. Cable style carpet is constructed of thicker and typically longer yarn. The style is very comfortable underfoot and is beautiful in a bedroom or living room. Keep in mind that this style is better suited for rooms without a lot of activity as it can matte and crush with heavy foot traffic.

So there you have it, all the types of carpet to choose from depending on your lifestyle. Once you have decided on which kind of carpet to use please visit us for more information and make sure to check out our in-stock specials.

You’ve finally anted up and it’s time to make that cement basement a cozy inviting place for the kids and the adults to play. You’re envisioning a big screen TV, a pool table and space for all those toys.  You know your color scheme and your budget but you have no idea what type of carpet you should install. Realistically, you know you need something durable and easy to clean as you know that the kids and adults will be snacking and drinking down there. We’ve got you covered.

The bottom line is this: choosing the ideal carpet style is all about knowing the right combination of aesthetics, performance and budget that meets the needs of your lifestyle – emphasis on you.

So check out the following and let us help you learn all about the carpet styles that will be right at home in your home.

You have several options. You can either choose to install a less expensive carpet with the idea that your will replace it every few years. What a pain. Or you can choose a carpet with the Stain master advantage. They last 50% longer and stay 30% cleaner than other carpets. Watch this video of durability and spill repellency.

You can look at carpet colors, pad options and calculate how much carpet you will need.  You can decide what style of carpet will look best in your basement. Do you want frieze, loop, cable or Saxony? You can even use our room visualizer that you can get an idea without spending a dime about what your room will look like when it is finished.

Visit our showroom or contact us for more information. We are happy to help you pick the best carpet option so that you can get your rec room project underway.

Soft and comforting, clean and inviting, we want our children to have just the right environment to play, learn and grow. And where do children spend lots and lots of time? On the floor.

If you have children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews or the children of friends who visit, do you have soft inviting flooring for them?

Children live in bare feet when they’re not in footie sleepers or socks. They move along on their bellies, start to crawl and learn to walk on floors. They play, read, roughhouse, run, and nap on floors when they’re just so tired.

Have you thought about selecting your carpeting or rugs with your hands as well as your eyes? Every fiber and finish, every variety of carpeting and rug has its own feel on your hands or on little feet. Are little toes going to love digging in to your carpet or rug? Take a minute to rub your fingers over the samples to help you decide on comfort as well as color.

As children grow to walk and run, falls are inevitable. A good cushion keeps carpeting wear to a minimum and makes your footfalls more comfortable. It also helps create a soft landing pad for the tiny ones in your life. Does your carpet cushion help keep those falls gentle and easy?

Keeping your home safe and inviting for the children in your life is an important part of creating a home for many people. If children run and play in your home, plan for it with flooring that shows that you are prepared for the little ones you love.

We hope you enjoyed your Independence Day weekend!  Hopefully you and your friends and family had a wonderful time with lots of great food!   Just in case any ended up on the carpet, we thought we’d share some tips with you on how to remove it.  We hope you find this useful! 

Solvent – A non-flammable spot removal solution, or dry cleaning type solvent, is preferred. Exercise caution when using a solvent. Never pour it directly onto the carpet or allow it to reach the backing, because it can damage the latex that holds the primary and secondary backings together. Acceptable solvents include Carbona®, Energine®, K2R®, Goof-Off®, etc.

Detergent Solution – Mix one fourth (1/4) teaspoon of a liquid dishwashing detergent per one (1) cup of lukewarm water. NEVER USE A STRONGER CONCENTRATION! Thorough rinsing is necessary to remove detergent residues that may cause rapid soiling. It may be necessary to rinse with warm water several times to completely remove residues. (See Residue Precautions.) Care should be used in selecting a detergent. Never use a laundry detergent of any type, because laundry detergents may contain optical brighteners (fluorescent dyes) that dye the fiber. Do not select an automatic dishwashing detergent because many contain bleaching agents that destroy dyes and some fibers.

Vinegar Solution – Mix one (1) cup of white vinegar per two (2) cups of water. White vinegar is a 5% acetic acid solution. It is used most often to lower the alkalinity caused by detergent solutions or alkaline spills.

Warm Water – Lukewarm tap water should be used in most cases to rinse the cleaning solutions from the fiber. Failure to completely rinse the solutions from the fiber may cause accelerated soiling.

Ammonia Solution – Mix one (1) tablespoon of household ammonia per cup of water. Please note: Be aware that ammonia, if used improperly, can cause a color change. Be sure to test a hidden area.

Call a Professional – Professional cleaners have the ability and the equipment to use more aggressive cleaning solutions to remove stubborn spills. Always consider consulting a professional cleaner regarding any spot removal question. CRI – 1-800-882-8846.

It’s exciting to move into your own home. Once you close, take the time to think about what you want that home to look and feel like before you move into it.

Do you want to replace flooring, put in window treatments or paint? If you have the time and the budget, you’re going to be better off getting those things taken care of before your moving date.

This couple already has a beautiful ebony wood floor. What kind of flooring do you want? If you’re replacing carpeting, it can really create a lot of dust when it’s removed. You’re better off having that cleaned up before your furniture is in your house. It’s also easier to install flooring before your move.

Window treatments eliminate the need for that tasteful sheet look when you first move in. Installing your window treatments also helps you define the right paint colors for your home. With these three elements in place, your home will feel like it belongs to you even before you move your furniture into place.

Before your moving date, take the time to measure your rooms and make a plan for furniture location. Even though you may make changes later, having an initial plan helps keep the move smooth and efficient. Label your boxes with the appropriate room also to reduce the headaches of unpacking.

Once you’re settled, consider taking some time before adding any furniture or hanging pictures. Your home will become more familiar and this will help you make the right decisions to finish your unique space.

This year seems to be flying right by!  Can you believe that Easter is only a few days away?  We hope your family and you are prepared and have started coloring those Easter eggs for the Easter egg hunts!  We thought we’d share a few cleaning tips with you, just in case some dye ends up on your carpet.  Happy Easter!

Detergent Solution – Mix one fourth (1/4) teaspoon of a liquid dishwashing detergent per one (1) cup of lukewarm water. NEVER USE A STRONGER CONCENTRATION! Thorough rinsing is necessary to remove detergent residues that may cause rapid soiling. It may be necessary to rinse with warm water several times to completely remove residues. (See Residue Precautions.) Care should be used in selecting a detergent. Never use a laundry detergent of any type, because laundry detergents may contain optical brighteners (fluorescent dyes) that dye the fiber. Do not select an automatic dishwashing detergent because many contain bleaching agents that destroy dyes and some fibers.

Warm Water – Lukewarm tap water should be used in most cases to rinse the cleaning solutions from the fiber. Failure to completely rinse the solutions from the fiber may cause accelerated soiling.

Ammonia Solution – Mix one (1) tablespoon of household ammonia per cup of water. Please note: Be aware that ammonia, if used improperly, can cause a color change. Be sure to test a hidden area.

Call a Professional – Professional cleaners have the ability and the equipment to use more aggressive cleaning solutions to remove stubborn spills. Always consider consulting a professional cleaner regarding any spot removal question. CRI – 1-800-882-8846.

The living room and the family room is where the family gathers all the time to spend some quality time together. That is why it is very important these rooms should be comfortable and inviting for this is where the family spends most of their time.

One way to create a homey feel to any living room and family room is by installing carpets. Carpets have a lot of benefits:

1. Safety. If you have kids, installing carpet will greatly benefit you as it provides cushion reducing the impact of fall or any accident.
2. Natural Insulation. Carpets also act as a natural insulator as it keeps the house warm during winter and trap cool air during summer months.
3. Sound Reduction. Carpets reduce noise because it absorbs any foot traffic and it blocks sound between floors.
4. Comfort. Since carpets are soft, it provides a comfortable walking surface.
5. Beauty. It adds additional style and concept to the room because of its varied patterns, styles and colors.

When choosing the carpet that will work well for your living room and family room, you have to take into consideration that this room is one of the busiest places in your home so you should choose a carpet color and style that can take the wear and tear. The color should not be that light that even a small drop of soda is easily noticed. The pattern should also not be too boring as it should create a very relaxing and homey feel to the room.

Pierce Flooring and Design will help you choose the best carpet for your living room and family room visit our website for more information or drop by your locale location.