Carpet Installation
Once you decide to purchase carpeting for your home, let common sense be your guide. Select a carpet that is made for the traffic and activity level of your home, set it on padding that works, keep it clean and soil-free, and you will have a product that will enhance your home for years to come.
Carpet is made up of fibers, mesh backing, an attached cushion, and the latex adhesive to hold the pile of twisted fibers in place. Carpet quality is judged by density and pile. Density is the thickness and closeness of the pile yarn. High density is considered an advantage. The very densest of carpets are so packed with fiber per square inch, that it is difficult to wiggle a finger all the way down to the mesh. Therefore, the denser the pile, the better the carpet.
Carpet Fibers:
- Synthetic Materials: Nylon, Polyester, Olefin, Acrylic
- Natural Material: Wool
Hard Surface Installation
Hard surfaces such as tile, laminate, vinyl, and hardwood are all fantastic choices for flooring in your home. They are fairly low maintenance, durable, and made to last for years to come. With the numerous styles, colors, and textures available, there is sure to be an option that is the perfect fit for your home!
Tile
Tile comes in a range of materials, styles, shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. Great for basements, bathrooms, kitchens, and other areas prone to moisture and heavy traffic. Tile is super durable, stain-resistant, water-resistant, and easy to maintain. With a plethora of options available, there is no shortage of creative designs you can add to your space.
Tile Materials:
- Ceramic: Commonly used on shower walls, backsplashes, and floors
- Porcelain: Commonly used on shower floors, bathroom, kitchen, and basement workshop floors
- Glass: Commonly used as an accent tile in a shower niche or backsplash due to its shiny sheen
- Natural Stone: Commonly used as an accent tile or in a bathroom because it is slightly more susceptible to scratches
Hardwood
Nothing says elegance more than hardwood! Numerous wood and stain options allow you to customize the flooring to your style. For hardwood, you can either have prefinished planks or raw wood that gets installed, sanded, stained, and then sealed. Then, there are choices between engineered hardwood and solid hardwood. No matter which option you choose, you can't go wrong with the classy, rich look that only hardwood can provide.
Hardwood Options: Prefinished Hardwood, Solid Raw Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood
Species of Wood:
- Walnut
- Oak
- Cherry
- Maple
- Ash
- Mahogany
- Bamboo
Laminate & Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Both laminate and LVP are affordable, durable materials that are both great choices for families with pets and/or children. Furthermore, they are very easy to maintain, they are budget friendly, and much more durable than hardwood. Both laminate and LVP come in a variety of sizes, styles, colors, textures, etc. so there will be an option sure to fit your personal style and budget.
Window Treatment Installation
Window treatments are a great investment for your home. Not only do they protect your flooring from being damaged or discolored by the sun, but they also provide privacy. Additionally, window treatments come in a variety of materials and styles that can elevate the elegance of any room. Window treatments are capable of blocking a range of light intensities, such as sheer window treatments which allow the most amount of natural light, or others which completely block out the sun and therefore darken the room.
Style & Material Options:
- Vertical Blinds
- Horizontal Blinds
- Shutters
- Shades
- Sheers
- Honeycomb Shades
- Roman Shades
- Woven Woods