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Carpet Fiber Charisma

Carpet Fiber Charisma   By Annette Callari, ASID; CMG   It’s been a while since we’ve talked about the nuts and bolts of carpeting—the fiber carpets are made from.  Fiber technologies continue to evolve and amaze us as to performance. So I thought I’d put together a little refresher course on the different types of [...]

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Before and After Carpet Stair Runner

I love what a stair runner can add to a home. Few things offer more “bang for the buck” then a custom stair runner flowing elegantly down steps. Stair runners can vary widely in style, color and look, but if given some thought any style and color will add a custom finished addition that will give your [...]

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How much does new Carpet cost?

New carpet for your home can vary in cost. There are many factors to consider, but I am going to try and give you a quick overview in potential costs for good quality carpet and installation. Of course there are many variables, so don’t hold me or your project manager to this exactly. Ok, the [...]

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What You Should Know Before You Buy Carpet

You’ve decided on new carpet, but you want to shop smart. You already know how carpet is made and the difference between carpet styles, but what else is there to know before you buy? Lots. Here are some tips to give you the upper hand on what will soon be underfoot! Seams Unless your room is [...]

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Part 2 – Easy…inexpensive…decoration tips anyone can do!

Color on Walls Introduce color on the walls to make a room warm and lively. Select Furniture that Completes your Look Streamline the look of a room.   Pops of Color Add pop to a neutral room by adding a few smart hits of color.   Select a Mirror that Works with the Room Make [...]

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Carpet and a Bold Comeback

Recently I read a great article about carpet making a comeback, and it was surprising to hear why. Although hardwood flooring is continuing to grow in popularity, families still crave comfort and custom style. According to Emily Morrow, director of color and design for Shaw floors, “people have experienced those hard surfaces and they want [...]

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Fun Carpet for the Bonus, Media or Kids Playroom

We love to make a room fun, the foundation or flooring can really shape a rooms feel. I love some of the new styles that designers are using in these spaces. It is great to use carpets that have an “identity” and add to the overall feeling of a room. In many instances they define [...]

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Sisal…Everything you need to Know

Sisal flooring is one of the most popular and great looking options available. Sisal is a design dream, offering great color and sophistication, while being neutral and subtle. What is sisal? Sisal (Agave sisalana) is an agave that yields a stiff fibre traditionally used in making  twine, rope and also dartboards. The term may refer either to [...]

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The Greenest Carpet I have Ever Seen…

I am always excited to see innovation that helps the environment. The innovation usually is driven by technology, but this new carpet from British Wool is an example of “if it aint broke, than dont fix it”. This carpet is wool, totally natural by the way and is undyed. The colors you see are actually [...]

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Not your mother’s carpet…

Submitted By:  Annette M. Callari, Allied ASID, CMG
America is in love with hard surface floors.  It’s true and for a reason:  they are gorgeous.  But we are also programmed to seek out sensory comforts every chance we get, and once that gene kicks in, our thoughts turn to plush, soft, luxurious carpet.  What America has [...]

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