Infloormation

Do you have a beige bedroom? One of those neutral rooms that is guaranteed to sell your house but so boring you want to cry? Let’s spice things up by adding some color.

Use a pillow as an inspiration for a vibrant wall.

Hang curtains behind your bed for some drama.

Dark chocolate walls and stripes? Yes, this one is a DO.

An unexpected pop of color on the ceiling takes this bedroom from traditional to modern.

Choose a deep red color and add accessories in the same shade.

Yes you can have gray walls, but be sure to add some great accent pieces and make this color combination pop!

Now you have some inspiration to take that bedroom from drab to fabulous!

There is no easier way to change a room quickly than by putting down an area rug. While some designers actually suggest picking your rug first and then choosing your furniture, not all of us have that option.

Here are a few suggestions to keep in mind while shopping for your carpet. If you have a family and pets, be sure to choose your color and material carefully. Wool rugs with a pattern are best to hide the signs of your active household. Area rugs should not cover an entire room. Be sure you keep at least a 12-inch border. Likewise all furniture does not need to be placed directly on the rug. Position just the front legs of your chairs and sofas to help anchor the carpet. Be daring and unexpected.

If you have a monochromatic room use a rug with a vibrant pattern or color as a visual surprise. Area rugs come in all sizes and shapes. Use the shape of the room as well as the shape of your furniture to help choose which rug would look best. Use round rugs under round tables, rectangular rugs for long tables and hexagonal rugs with square tables.

If you have a long narrow room, choose a long, narrow rug. Area rugs define space. If you have a very large room don’t be afraid to use two rugs. Just be sure that they complement each other.

If you have a very colorful or busy room (think patterns) a neutral area rug is best as it can tone down and bring unity to the space. Always use a non-skid pad under your area rugs. Pads should measure 2 inches smaller than the rug so that it won’t peek out but still allow your rug ends to lay flat. Excited to go rug shopping now? We have rugs to fit every decor.

There is nothing more elegant that walking into an amazing foyer or entryway.  An entry way is a perfect place to showcase fabulous design and a little drama. Remember that your entryway begins outside, before anyone enters your home. Consider replacing concrete sidewalks with tiled walkways. Good outdoor options include brick, slate or travertine.

Once you enter the home create a custom mosaic on your floor for personalization. Add a monogram, or just decorative tile. Remember that your entry way is your house’s way of saying welcome home.  Wide maple plank flooring or beautiful area rugs are also good ideas.

Whether you live in an opulent loft or a modest ranch, making a beautiful first impression goes a long way in making a design statement. If you have a large entryway be sure to use furniture large enough to fill the space. If you have a smaller entryway mirrors help make a tight hall space feel larger.

Among the other areas to consider showcasing in the foyer are the walls, ceilings and lighting. If you like color, using bright colors or wallpaper can create a fun transitional space. Don’t forget about your ceilings  – your fifth wall. A faux painting finish can make an average entryway more intriguing. If you have a two-story foyer hang a two or three level chandelier. Always make sure your lighting fixtures match your stair railings.

Remember your foyer is the prologue to the rest of your house. Start by making a great first impression.

Safaris, exotic animals, white tents and tea in the afternoon. Where are you? Why in Africa of course. What on earth does Africa have to do with flooring? At Pierce we are happy to present our product of the week: the Armstrong Global Exotics Hard Wood collection.

Rich, inviting hardwood floors are not only beautiful to live with, they’re easy to care for as well. Plus, today, hardwood types, options and applications are more diverse and delightful than ever.

The Global Exotics line is no exception. With names like African Mahogany, Tigerwood Natural and Lapacho, Global Exotics hardwoods are distinguished by their origin, color and sophisticated grain.

This line of hardwood will give any room in your home an elegant look. Designed to be durable, this flooring line will not only add an aura of sophistication but will also add quality and value to your home. From soft and subtle colors to vibrant and dark tones, you will find the perfect option for whatever your decorating style.

View the product catalog and rooms featuring  Global Exotics floors.

Pierce is proud to offer this line of flooring as the Armstrong brand is known and trusted for reliable quality, and an expansive offering of colors and designs to meet the personal style of all customers.

Once you browse the on-line catalog, please contact us to make an appointment for an in-home estimate.

Each Christmas as you tidy away the decorations you may take a look at your now “empty looking” home and decide that this is the year to spruce up the place a bit. We say, embrace change in 2012. We have a variety of resources to help you start thinking and planning for your home improvement projects.

What are your biggest goals this year? Do you want to replace all your carpet, update the kitchen or redo your master bath?

Have you thought about getting trendy in 2012? Did you know color palettes are changing? Indigo is the new “black”. Dimensional wallpaper, lighter floor finishes, and colorful, bold patterned furniture are also “in”. Peacock patterns, antiques, chandeliers, animal prints and high beds are also popular.

Don’t feel as though everything in your home has to match. Do you like a headboard that doesn’t match your nightstands and dressers? That’s ok.

Look for one-of-a-kind pieces from local artisans. There’s nothing like having a beautiful centerpiece in your home that no one else can duplicate.

Make small changes like adding a backsplash to your kitchen or add a glass tile mosaic in your bathroom. These seemingly easy projects can make an old room look new.

Wallpaper is back. It goes way beyond what you can do with paint. Powder rooms are a great place to use this idea. Create a jewel box effect by using a larger pattern. It’s fun to go big and bold in small spaces.

We’re here to help you. Our in house designers can help create “your look”.  And with our free in-home estimates, virtual design center and on-line financing we can make your project as easy and effortless as possible.

Wood finishes are getting lighter, did you know? Then isn’t it opportune that we have a light colored wood as one of our in-stock specials. Visit our website to see the Blue Sky Ash hardwood that is on sale for $4.99 a square foot.

Why hardwood, you ask? The elegant look of a hardwood floor can add warmth and character to any room. In fact, the natural characteristics of wood add depth and a visual appearance that many other types of floors can only try to duplicate.

Rich, inviting hardwood floors are not only beautiful to live with, they’re easy to care for, and can add value to your home at resale time.

Not sure about light colored floors. No worries. Check out these rooms from our Virtual Room Designer feature on our website.

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Have questions? Please contact us. We are here to help you figure out the best hardwood alternative for your home.

Each of us has a style of our own. Whether you love black, white and sparkle, cool tones and unfussiness or warm and rustic it is imperative to understand your personal style before you begin a decorating project at home. Here a few rooms to help you determine which style you are.

If you choose this room you like urban chic. You hate clutter, or at least you want your countertops to look bare and clean. View other urban chic rooms here to get more decorating ideas.

If you choose this room you love stately elegance. Your style is orderly, conservative and formal. View other stately elegant rooms here.

If you choose this room you love Rustic Reflections. Based in the arts and crafts movement, sophisticated Southwestern influences and mountain living, this style demonstrates true craftsmanship, simple design and the loving, organic combination of home, hearth and nature.  View other Rustic rooms here.

If you choose this room you love Seaside Simplicity. Seaside Simplicity is a light, easy-going lifestyle, think Tommy Bahama. View other Seaside Simplicity rooms here.

If you choose this room you love Italian Impressions. You crave objects aged and worn, rooms of heavy woods and wrought iron. View other Italian Impressions rooms here.

At Pierce Flooring we can help you design any room in your house in your own personal style. Our design center will help you get started.

While we are in holiday mode we often think about the meal we will be preparing, if the Christmas tree needs a bit more garland, and which linens we will use at on the dining room table. We don’t often think about the card table where the kids will be regulated to during Christmas dinner. Take a few moments to thoughtfully decorate their dining area.

Use bright and colorful plates and placemats. Heavy-duty plastic plates look ceramic but can withstand being dropped.

Use lunch size napkins and dessert forks and spoons. Little hands will appreciate such thoughtful gestures.

Candy cane straws are fun and playful.

Centerpieces for the kid’s table should not include breakable items or water. Use a foam ball and stick in artificial glittered candy canes. Add evergreen from a fresh trimmed tree.

Don’t be afraid to use lots of patterns on the kid’s table. Plaid and polka dots are definitely a “do”.

Create place cards by adding a tag to a candy cane or make sugar cookies with each child’s name written in frosting. You’ll be rewarded with lots of sweet, sticky kisses.

While many of us want to believe that we know just about everything, sometimes we do need to admit to ourselves that we should listen to the experts. As you start to do research about flooring projects or what floors you should install in your new home we have just the resource for you.

Located on our website is a fun place called “Ask the Expert”. Here is a list of questions asked by previous customers that we think will be helpful for you. If you can’t find your particular question you can submit it on-line and we’ll answer you back.

Here are few examples:

Q. What materials are best to use in a room meant mainly for active kids?

A. Sturdy upholstery, easy to clean flooring, soft surfaces and no hard edges. When using carpet, consider looped pile or tightly twisted textures with Stain Resistance.

Q. How do I transition different types of flooring from one room to another?

A. A threshold cover is used when there are height changes in the flooring. Consult with your flooring specialist about a more decorative transition that can be designed depending on your specific type of flooring.

Q. I am interested in a carpet with a formal look, which styles should I consider?

A. A Saxony carpet with its plush velvet appearance would be the perfect carpet style to achieve your formal look. A pattern carpet can also add additional style to a formal room.

Please visit “Ask the Expert” as it will provide you with great advice from people who really do know everything. Everything about flooring, that is.

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.