How To Prepare

Your home is a reflection of where you are today. There’s no hard and fast rule. Every individual is different -  and every home is different. First home or dream home, large or small, new or historic, each home has a character that makes it unique. We get that it can be overwhelming at times, but you have help. In this guide, we hope to provide you with practical advice, quick information and beautiful ideas so you feel inspired and confident to make the best decisions for you on your journey to new floors.

4 Tips To Help You Select The Flooring That Works Best For Your Budget

• BUDGET
  Before you begin, you should know how much you want to spend. Also factor in cost for installation as well. Once you have identified your product for the square footage of space, your professional installer can provide you estimated installation fees.
• OPTIONS
  No matter if you base your decision on practicality or style and design, know there are suitable options available in multiple colors, textures and visuals across all product categories. Truly, something for everyone.
• PERFORMANCE
  Think about what you really need. What are your non-negotiables? Is this a space that is prone to spills and might benefit from a waterproof flooring option? Do you want this space to be beautiful, or is comfort your main objective? Whether it’s one or all of the above - there are solutions to fit your lifestyle.
• COLOR
  Color makes the room. Pay attention to furniture and decor in your space and keep wall color and overall color scheme of your home in mind as you select style and color options for your new flooring. Nothing is better than the feeling of a cohesive space - so pay attention to the details!

Installing new floors doesn’t have to be daunting. Here are four key steps to consider before the floor of your dreams makes its grand entrance.

MOVE FURNITURE
Who’s moving the furniture? Find out in advance if it’s your responsibility or the installer’s. Either way, be sure to remove all fragile items from the room.

REMOVE YOUR EXISTING FLOOR
Make sure you know who’s removing your existing flooring. Sometimes the installer will do it. If not, you should make arrangements to have it removed.

PAINT FIRST
If you’re planning to paint, wallpaper or do any other remodeling in the room, try to do it before the flooring is installed. Keep extra paint to touch up any post-installation nicks.

CHECK DOOR CLEARANCES
Measure door clearances before you have your new flooring installed. If the new floor is thicker than your existing floor, door bottoms may rub. Plan in advance to have someone shave or saw each door so it does not drag.