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Your staircase is more than a pathway from one floor to the next. It’s a focal point that deserves both style and durability. Choosing the right flooring can transform your stairs from functional to fabulous, making every step a reflection of your home’s personality. Stairs are high-traffic areas that endure daily wear and tear, so they need flooring that’s both durable and aesthetically...

Avoid costly hardwood flooring mistakes with the answers to your most common questions on installing, repairing, and maintaining your dream hardwood flooring. Hardwood flooring can transform your home, adding timeless elegance and value. However, if you’re not careful, hardwood flooring can also come with some expensive mistakes. Whether you’re tackling a full installation, considering...

Yes, you can have engineered flooring without giving away your pets! We will walk you through the considerations for choosing planks that stand up to pet claws, water bowl spills, and the inevitable accidents while remaining beautiful. Not all engineered flooring products are built to withstand the constant barrage of claws, spills, and accidents. We know pets are part of the family, so we want...

A new floor is one of the best ways to improve the look — and value — of your home. But there’s a lot to consider when searching for the perfect floor, including aesthetics, performance, and, of course, costs. This can make the process feel a little daunting, especially considering it’s not a purchase you make every day. But it doesn’t have to be. With a bit of research, planning...

Having trouble choosing the right flooring for your home? Sorting through the dizzying array of options can be a challenge. Let’s take a look at two of the most popular categories, carpet and hardwood floors. You’ll learn how each is used in interior design and their unique performance benefits. Whether for new construction or a home improvement project, flooring completely transforms...

Ready to update your bedroom? Check out our guide to the Top Bedroom Carpet Trends, which includes a look at the latest carpet fibers and technologies as well as the most recent color trends. Carpet is back! Especially in bedrooms. Sinking your bare feet into soft, warm carpet is a wonderful way to start the day. If you’re considering a bedroom update, you will want to familiarize yourself...

What color of hardwood is trending in 2024? What are the hottest bathroom flooring ideas? Is carpet making a comeback? These are some of the common questions homeowners are asking in 2024 , and understandably so. Choosing a new floor for your home is a big decision. And it can be an overwhelming one, with interior design trends constantly evolving and an abundance of flooring options...

If you’re planning to give your bathroom a fresh look this year, the bathroom floor is a great place to start. From patterned tiles to luxurious natural stone, here’s a look at the hottest flooring trends right now. The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set goals, plan for new projects, and think about what you really want in your life — and in your home. In other words...

Engineered hardwood is the best hardwood flooring for most settings. The beauty of authentic hardwood layered with the stability of engineered wood offers the perfect combination for gorgeous, durable floors with a multitude of performance benefits. Hardwood looks are the most sought-after flooring visuals for interiors, a thriving trend that shows no sign of slowing down...

Make this holiday season truly special for you and your loved ones. Here are six inspirational basement renovation ideas to help you plan your dream space. Not sure what to include on your wishlist this holiday season? Consider treating yourself — and your guests — to the gift of a renovated basement complete with a new basement floor. A renovated basement adds valuable square footage...

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is coming to an end. That means it’s time to bust out those fuzzy socks and start preparing your home for the cooler months. There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day out in the cold, firing up the heating, and planting yourself in front of the TV. At the same time, there’s nothing worse than seeing your inflated heating bill at the end of the winter...

The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the kids are out of school. You know what that means. It’s time to fire up those BBQs and start planning those pool parties, because summer is officially upon us. More food. More family time. More fun, right? Not necessarily for your floors. There’s a lot to consider when purchasing flooring. Aesthetics are usually near the top of the list, and rightfully so...

Carpeting is a fantastic flooring that offers various benefits that appeal to many homeowners. You’ll find it durable and visually appealing, with a reasonable lifespan in any situation. Cleaning your carpets is a critical task that keeps the materials looking great and increases their lifespan...

LVP flooring is meant to mimic the look of hardwood floors. Unlike vinyl flooring of the past that comes in sheet goods, luxury vinyl comes in different widths and lengths of planks. Tile comes in various sizes of squares and rectangles. Sometimes it has texture to it, in an effort to give it more of a ...

When you choose to carpet your home, you should know that carpet padding is also necessary. So please don't give in to the temptation to skip it. The padding adds benefits and helps achieve a longer lifespan for any carpet. And it's worth the time to find out more about it. Added comfort and...

Choosing the perfect carpet style can seem overwhelming if you’ve never purchased a brand-new carpet before, but there are ways to simplify things. That’s what we’re going to discuss in more detail in today’s blog, so be sure to follow along with us here for the answers you seek. Simplify your ...

So you are looking for carpeting, and you keep hearing about Berber. You probably have questions, and at Carpets Galore, we have answers. Let us tell you about Berber. What is it? There is a North African Tribe named Berber that had a distinctive way of weaving. Instead of loops in the weaving being ...

A new flooring installation can change an entire room's tone and can even add value to a property. There’s so much to know about all the colors, designs, and styles. We’re here to simplify it for you but don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns. Explore needs, wants, and ...

DIY Carpet project? We have a wide selection of carpet colors and styles with over 200,000 yards available for pick up or installation. Come visit us 7 days a week. We are an essential business and we continually sanitized every day...

Carpets Galore has over 500 rolls of Carpeting ready for installation! We’re making room for the next truckload. Take Advantage of our 50% to 70% blowout sale. We’re happy to bring the samples to you. Wall-to-Wall We Beat Them All ...

It’s time for a new flooring installation, and you just decided on carpet. Good choice! Carpet adds warmth and richness to a home. More than just flooring, it’s an investment, so you’ll want to keep the installation looking great for a long time. At Carpets Galore, we’re all about education, and the

If you think you don’t need waterproof flooring because you don’t live in a hurricane-prone area, think again. Moisture and humidity can be created by a lot of conditions that do not include the weather. Tile and waterproof luxury vinyl flooring are completely waterproof flooring materials. There’s a ...

Does luxury have to cost an arm and a leg? No, not if it is an installation with this kind of vinyl and: to quote an old (but true) cliché, it lets you “have your cake and eat it too.”That’s because this flooring gives you an amazingly realistic look of wood, tile, or stone to give your home a ...

Yes, life happens, and with the holidays just around the corner, there will most likely be an increase in spills and stains--not to mention a lot of cooking, which will make the kitchen hot and steamy. That’s a lot for any room, especially the flooring, to take. Enter a relative newcomer on the ...

All sticker shock aside, when you look at the overall picture of a hardwood flooring installation, it’s actually quite reasonable. For one, it does last for decades and even sometimes looks better with age, but it’s like anything:  Take care of it and it will last. Remember, too, that whether it’s ...

Yes, it’s probably the biggest investment you’ll make in your home, but you’ll be buying a lot of furniture and accessories, so you want to keep them in good shape—and that’s EXACTLY why you need waterproof flooring. Up until recently, you could rely on tile and vinyl to be waterproof, but a new ...

Yes, Las Vegas lies in a desert, so it might not rain often, but, boy, when it does, it’s a doozy! It’s not uncommon for a heavy storm to bring waist-high water levels, flash floods, and we bet a lot of you remember that famous 100-year deluge back in the late 90’s when it dumped billions of ...

Hardwood flooring is just like anything else. The better you take care of it, the better, and longer, it will last. Yes, there can be a little sticker shock in the beginning, but when you look at the overall picture, such as they can last for decades and might even look better with age, that ...