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Bedrooms are meant to be private oasis. Unlike the more public areas of homes, bedrooms can really take on any desired vibe. Depending on the existing flooring and home ownership situation, you may have to live with what you have, to a certain extent. But never fear! It is still…

Regardless of the weather in your neck of the woods, spring is a great time to refresh your flooring. Winter dirt, including salt, grit and grime, can carry in on boots and shoes. Along with April showers comes mud and sometimes muddy paws, but spring cleaning can help you get…

Spring is here which means summer is just around the corner! It’s a great time of year to plant window boxes and plan veggie gardens, sleep with the windows open, and generally enjoy the outdoorsa and pleasant temperatures. What isn’t so pleasant is when your outdoor space still has gunk…

If you are lucky enough to live in a place where it feels like summer all year around, chances are you have to deal with more than occasional humidity. In that case, you have some unique considerations when it comes to flooring options. Keep reading for some advice! Tile is…

Real Estate Perspective To real estate professionals, there are certain floors that really stand out during home tours. It’s our job pay attention to details when marketing properties- cleanliness, condition, quality, smell, limitations and potential- but some design decisions really make a positive impact. All of the above things are…

Fresh Carpet Facts Getting new carpet is a great way to totally freshen your space, in more ways than one! New carpets can drastically change the way your home looks and feels. They can brighten a space or make it instantly more cozy. In addition, carpet can literally bring with…

Some Info on Natural Stone Stone flooring, available in marble, granite, limestone, sandstone and slate is a natural material and a beautiful choice for homes. Each type of stone has its own unique charms, qualities and strengths. Stone floors are as durable as they are beautiful! Naturally water-resistant, they are…

The New Year is a great time of year to reevaluate your routines and improve them. Especially if you have recently upgraded flooring in an area of your home, it’s important to make sure that you care for it properly, so it stays nice for years to come. Depending on…

Life can be loud sometimes… which is fine, unless you need it to be quiet. Today, many of us are working from home, with active kids, barking dogs and the other sounds of a busy household. Balancing the logistics of noise and the need for professionalism can be tricky! There…

Some flooring is better for hot, humid climates, while others are better for colder areas. Some flooring types can withstand both extremes. You have unique considerations regarding which types of flooring would be appropriate for your home. Most of those concerns revolve around water and temperature. Whether you are battling…

The fact that there is an official Color of the Year may be news to some people, but it is very much a thing among the design-minded. Major paint companies and other large retailers each make their own color predictions. Some companies choose a whole new color collection for each…

Sometimes you just have to bite the bullet and pull off a bigger flooring upgrade. Such is the case if you have dingy old carpet over subfloors, beat-up hardwoods, or if you just want to simplify your life with something fresh and up-to-date. One option is laminate flooring. Here’s some…

Don’t you just love hardwoodfloors? There is something so warm and inviting about them. Hardwood was the standard for flooring in homes from a different era. Today, they are an optional upgrade. And an expensive one at that, so it’s important to take good care of them. Regardless of whether…

Golden amber. Warm brown. Burnt orange. The colors of fall are one of the most loved attributes of the season. Here at Carpet Mart in Louisville, KY, we’re all preparing for the fall season with some of our favorites like pumpkins, scarves, and warm apple cider. As the…

Area rugs are a wonderfully easy way to give any room a complete makeover without breaking the bank or taking up any unnecessary time on your well-deserved weekends. Area rugs are not just about looks; they also help to keep the room warm and cozy during the winter months, protect…

When we make a purchase as significant as new floors for your home, we want some assurances that it will last. That’s why durability is often the number one thing homeowners look for when it comes to new flooring. Sure, they want something attractive, low-maintenance, and affordable too. But durability…

You may not quite be thinking about the holiday season yet while we’re still enjoying pumpkin spice and our favorite fall activities. But it is the right time to begin taking measures to make sure your floors are protected and ready for the extra foot-traffic with the upcoming holiday season.…

Brushed brass. Chrome. Oil-rubbed bronze. Metals and metallics are a prominent trend in the interior design world. Much like jewelry for your home, metals infuse glamour and dimension into your space. Here at Carpet Mart in Louisville KY, we’ve been following the trend of mixed metals in the…

Life gets messy. Whether you’re working from home, hosting your kid’s playdates, or preparing a big Sunday dinner, your floors will inevitably need your attention. From kitchen spills to scuffs and scrapes, the last thing you want to do is spend your day cleaning your new floors. So take a…

The backsplashes in your kitchen or bathrooms are more than just functional, they also make a statement. That’s why your backsplash should do more than just blend in with your interior design style. Whether you want something simple and understated or bold and loud, there are unique backsplash ideas for…