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Making any major purchase these days is difficult – it’s easy to know what you want – but then it’s easy to get confused and overwhelmed looking at consumer ratings reports and warranties. It’s enough to make you throw your hands in the air and say, “forget it”.

At Pierce we hope to eliminate some of that confusion as you are choosing flooring for your home. Whether you would like hard surface products or carpet we are happy to offer you the Pierce Promise. The Pierce Promise is a warranty designed exclusively for our customers to eliminate the confusion surrounding the various manufacturer’s warranties and to help our customers shop with confidence in knowing their purchase with Pierce will be covered.

Based on the principal of simplicity, the Pierce Promise covers stain protection, installation, manufacturing, service and lifespan. The Pierce Promise costs you nothing extra and it doesn’t void the original manufacturer’s warranties.

The only thing Pierce asks of you, our valuable customers, is a little common sense. The Pierce Promise is for owner occupied, residential property only.  If your subfloor is structurally deficient the warranty is void. Natural disasters and obvious customer abuse will also void the warranty. Carpets must be cleaned every 18 months using the hot water extraction method, and hard surface products must be maintained per the manufacturers recommendations. We think that’s fair.

It is our firm belief that this warranty is the best and most unique offered in this industry. It is our sincere interest to provide you with the best quality service while at the same time giving you peace of mind. Learn more about the Pierce Promise.

Carpet, laminate, hardwood even natural stone leaving you bored? Are you looking for a different type of floor than what you see in most homes? Have you considered cork flooring?

Cork is not a new fad; it can be traced back to ancient Egypt. And if Don Perignon was the first to start using cork to stop its champagne bottles – why that’s an even better reason to think it may be good for your floors at home.

What you possibly don’t know about cork may surprise you. Cork is incredibly durable. It’s actually used in many public buildings for that very reason. It has amazing sound absorption properties and it is very forgiving on your joints due to the millions of air filled cells that make up the floor. Cork floors will never be cold on your feet. They are resistant to bugs, mold, termites and mildew. Cork floors do not absorb dust, which makes them really good for those of you with allergies.

Cork floors are also environmentally friendly. A law in the 1930’s called “The 9 Year Law” was passed to keep cork from being harvested any sooner than every 9 years. The trees, from which cork is harvested, have to reach a 60 cm circumference before they can be harvested. The first harvest from a cork tree can only occur at age 25. The tree is not destroyed or damaged when harvesting cork.

And maybe the best news of all is that cork floors are beautiful, they are easy to maintain and they come in tile shapes, plank shapes, mosaics and shades range from natural cork color to vibrant, bold tones.

Please visit us to learn more about cork flooring and see if it is something you would like to install in your home.

Would you like to pull this type of mood into your home’s design? You can do it if you look closely at this photo and use it to inspire your home’s décor. Let’s take a look at how you can make this happen.

Start by capturing this image, or one you are drawn to, with a camera. Your memory may not be up to keeping track of the tones visible here and a photo enables you to shop while keeping that vision right in front of you.

Now look at your image. Are you in love with the variety of browns provided by the leaves? Do you want to capture the blue-brown contrast that works so well here? Is it maybe that pop of orange you don’t want to lose in your own home? Whatever the goal, keep it in mind.

Before you shop take a look at the room you plan to decorate. Are any of these colors already present? For example, that light blue-grey tone coming from the stairs and railing would make a wonderful wall color.

In the case of the room in this photo, the light wood flooring provides elements of the browns, and adding the dark brown accent wall pulls in the deeper shades.

The sofa is darker and bluer than the original color, but a smarter choice for maintenance. That light blue-grey would also almost disappear in the room, so the color change works.

Then of course, the pop of orange, in this case shown as several pops, add personality to a room that would be dreary without them.

A dark brown coffee table and a few more elements that pull that blue in and this room is finished, turned into a space that captures the colors and some of the mood of the appealing photo that inspired it.

Add silver and crystal to basic black and white, and the mood shifts. From modern and stark, you find yourself mimicking the glamour and gaiety of Hollywood in the 1920s.

Every element in this room contributes to the mood. The tile floor is off white, but with touches of darker tones to add warmth and connect the floor to the black pieces. The floor is offset by an area rug in a floral pattern of black and white – the black prevalent to offset the light floor.

The other strong note of black comes from the loveseat, which provides a perfect foil for the brightness of the rest of the décor. Black and white floral patterns come through again in throw pillows and the lampshade.

Crystal and glass abound in this room in many forms. The coffee table is topped in glass, allowing the daring area rug to shine. The room divider behind the buffet is also glass, with a large floral etching to add separation and style. Crystal comes from the chandelier and the amazing column of crystals that run behind the sofa.

Silver is the other strong element. Old world silver candlesticks and a bowl top the buffet. Two small graceful tables and simple picture frames are covered in silver leaf for a distinctive sparkle.

This room was made for a party, but the glamour doesn’t come from any one thing. Instead, it’s a smart mix of old and new that creates the feeling of yesterday in the style of today.

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.

Designing a room can be a daunting challenge. What style will work best? How can I make a design impact without breaking the bank? Does that color of paint really match those tiles? What type of flooring would work best in this space? These are all questions that must be answered before anything is purchased, or even measured. After all you don’t want your home to be a hodge-podge of color, texture and style. Each room should flow together effortlessly and harmoniously.

The first step in decorating is to determine how your lifestyle affects how you decorate. The design center at Pierce Flooring is a great way to begin. At the design center you can complete a fun quiz about How you Live. You’ll answer questions about color schemes you enjoy, how you want the atmosphere of your home to feel, how many family members live in the home and where they spend the majority of their time. At the end of the quiz you will receive solid decorating advice, everything from what types of carpet are better for a playroom to how to decorate with warm or cool colors and how to maximize the resale value of your house.

Pierce Flooring also offers a What I like quiz. Created by their design and decorating experts this is a quick and easy 10 questions that will help you determine what type of style you enjoy. Do you like Urban Chic, or is Seaside Simplicity more your thing? Pierce Flooring even offers a Virtual Room Designer where you can “practice” putting together tile, flooring and paint combinations. How fun is that?

By determining the style you enjoy and the most practical flooring, carpeting and design questions you can easily begin your home décor projects.

Laundry is part of life, and most homes have a simple laundry room with limited space. Have you taken a look to make the most of your laundry room options? This small room works well because it’s well thought out for functionality.

First it’s light and appealing in a simple way. The window adds so much appeal both because of the view and the abundance of natural light. As a room that you walk into and out of constantly, the window reduces your need to turn a light off and on all the time.

The floor is so smart. The small tile mirrors bathroom tile and is neutral enough to provide for almost any color approach in the room. Tile can also handle the potential water issues if your washing machine floods. The second smart decision is the drain in the floor. This will protect the rest of your home’s floors from any machine mishaps.

The simple decision to hang a rod over the machines provides a place for finished ironing or hanging dry any clothes that can’t take the dryer’s heat. A second circular hanging clothes rack over the ironing board handles smaller items. One option offered in this room comes from the window – opening it on nice days can add fresh air when drying clothes.

If you have the room, take advantage of your utility space to add both additional functionality and some design touches to make the room more than just for laundry. If the space is small, look for opportunities to create additional storage for clothes drying and folding. With a little effort, you can make this weekly task both easier and more enjoyable.

If you find your closet a source of frustration rather than pleasure, it’s time to make some changes. Just a few afternoons and a minimal outlay of cash can turn this closet into something worth hanging clothes in instead of a disaster.

This person tried to organize the closet, but shortly thereafter the attempt just added to the clutter. Having a closet that works is not about having enough storage solutions as much as it is about creating and sticking with a plan. Let’s see what can be done.

First, remove all the clothes and accessories from your closet. Drape them on your bed or chairs. If you find items that don’t belong in a bedroom closet such as holiday decorations, immediately find storage for them somewhere else if at all possible.

Sort your clothes into piles for giving and throwing away. If something is debatable, put it in another pile. What’s left is what will go back in that closet.

Now look at the empty closet itself. What can you do to add storage? Take a look at this woman’s closet. The space under her clothes is wasted. Shelves for shoes, drawers, open bins or other storage solutions could make that space useful.

Once your closet is ready to receive clothes again, don’t just hang things up and walk away. Instead, create a plan for organizing your wardrobe to suit your needs. Work clothes could occupy one area and exercise clothes may fit in one or two drawers. Out of season or formal wear may fit in another closet or in an area that is harder to reach.

When you’re done you will reap the benefits of your efforts for years to come. Just remember to stick to your plan and your closet can be a source of comfort and pleasure rather than frustration, just like it is for this man. Doesn’t he look content?

If your home has a single space serving as living and dining rooms, several design choices can enable the space to feel cohesive while separating the functional areas.

This room’s colors and the cohesive design work together so that the space feels integrated. The fabric on the dining chairs is repeated on sofa throw pillows. The material that makes up the base of the dining table also shows up on the small table in the living room.

Flooring choices both connect and separate the space. The wood flooring covers the entire room as well as the entry area, reinforcing the perception of the room as a single space. At the same time, the area rug clearly lays the boundaries for the living area. By choosing a size that encompasses all of the living room furniture, that space is clearly defined without having to use a separation such as a bookshelf or buffet that would take up some of this room’s limited space.

The dining room has several features that define and emphasize that space. The table is the same shape as the available area, and the proportions allow six diners to eat comfortably. The overhead light fixture also says dining room. Finally, the two tall plants create a background for the dining area that is very separate from the living space.

This room provides a good example of making two functional areas stand out in one room. What elements can you borrow to create the same sense of separation in your home?

Your visitors begin to develop their perceptions of your home before you ever open your front door. Your front door is their first impression, so what can you do to make it a good one? How about taking a look at these doors and applying some of these ideas to your own home?

Let’s start with the first photo. This entryway has everything lined up to make it special. The dark color on the door contrasts well with the cream walls, making it a significant entrance. The two-step lighting keeps the actual entrance area bright while the sconces set the outer steps in a light shadow that expands the sense of contrast.

The tiered steps set in brick expand the feeling that the front door is framed by the house itself. Everything about this arrangement draws the eye to the front door as the focal point of the home.

Now, take a look at the second photo. With this brick townhome something needed to be done to emphasize the doors, keep some similar features and yet make them different. Subtle differences in the wood surrounds and the brass door features contribute, but the decision to use two door colors really sets them apart.

Take a step outside and look at your front door. Are you happy with it? If not, consider simple upgrades such as paint, door knobs, or even a wreath. Change your light fixtures to add personality, and take a look at improving the surface of your walkway or entrance landing by using tile or stone to make it more memorable. If you make a few changes, you can really improve the first impression people have of your home.