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Discover the best options to step up your staircase style and durability.

Step it up: A guide to the best flooring for stairs

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...

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How to avoid common hardwood flooring mistakes

Common hardwood flooring mistakes and how to avoid them

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...

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What is the best engineered flooring for homes with pets

The best engineered flooring for homes with pets

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...

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How to set a budget and get the most bang for your buck

Maximize your budget: Smart tips for flooring renovations

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...

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Explore the benefits of carpet vs. hardwood

When to choose carpet vs. hardwood flooring

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...

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Update your bedroom with the latest carpet designs for spring 2024

Top bedroom carpet trends

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...

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2024 brings bigger and bolder flooring choices like wide plank hardwood and retro carpet design

Top 5 flooring trends to embrace in 2024

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...

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Give your bathroom a new look with our bathroom flooring ideas for 2024

The hottest bathroom flooring ideas for 2024

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...

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Engineered hardwood is the best hardwood flooring for most settings.

What type of hardwood flooring is best?

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...

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Woman using the state of the art Roomvo room visualizer to complete a flooring project.

Is a new basement floor on your holiday wishlist?

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...

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Woman sitting on the couch drinking a coffee

4 Tips for keeping your home clean, warm and cozy this fall and winter

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...

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Willow Creek Flooring Blog - Are there different patterns in carpet flooring?

Are there different patterns in carpet flooring?

Yes, and here's what will catch your eye and drop your jaw this year. Not so long ago, carpet was more of a background piece, but today it's a design statement and an expression of your style. A soft surface floor covering is one of the most sought-after floorings by homeowners. It's elegant and has...

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Best pet-friendly carpet flooring brands

Best pet-friendly carpet flooring brands

There's no reason to deprive yourself of the beauty and luxury of carpeting just because you have pets. But, of course, you'll want something stylish, and durability and stain/soil resistance will be a top priority with pets. Most rugs have some form of pet protection these days. You'll find some of the best ones, however, right in our showroom...

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Willow Creek Flooring Blog - What determines carpet durability?

What determines carpet durability?

The best carpet durability is available to you, and if you want to know what it is, that determines that durability, we have some information you'll be interested in. So follow along with today's post to learn about some of the most durable carpets and what they can do for your home. Take time to...

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Willow Creek Flooring Blog - Nylon vs. polyester: what's the difference?

Nylon vs. polyester: what's the difference?

Nylon carpet has been a mainstay of carpet flooring for decades. It’s a durable fiber that resists crushing. Polyester came along about 20 years after nylon. When it came in the 1960s, customers noticed how similar it was to the appearance and feel of wool. Both fibers can be found at Willow Creek Flooring...

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Willow Creek Flooring Blog - How long does a flooring installation take?

How long does a flooring installation take?

The best time to get an accurate estimate of the length of your flooring installation is after you’ve chosen a specific floor covering. Each material and home have different installation requirements that could create a longer or shorter installation. Flooring installation shouldn’t be a hassle once...

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