There seems to be a lot of confusion about the term Berber carpets. Part of the reason for this is modern use of the term berber vs. traditional berbers. Modern Berber Carpets Modern berber carpets are distinguished by a looped carpet construction, and they usually contain small flecks of darker or lighter shades vs. […]
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How much does flooring cost? Which types cost more? Which cost less? Now, of course, these are loaded questions. I always hesitate to give per square foot prices because they vary so much and for so many different reasons…as you’ll see. So, for example, taking hardwood flooring – the cost depends on what species
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Is it better to have Carpet or hardwood flooring in your bedroom? My customers seem to be split on this one, and my simple answer is that it depends on 2 things: 1) what is your budget and 2) what did you grow up with? Most customers and real estate agents agree that hardwood
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Tone on tone carpets (or patterned carpets) are the fastest growing segment of the carpeting market in Westchester NY. Patterned Carpets – Carpets have really come a long way. Tone-on-tone carpeting creates visual intrigue without adding lots of color. This enables you to still add color on the walls, window treatments and pillows. These
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Trends in Carpet Color – Westchester NY – Winter 2011 The vast majority of carpets selected for homes in Westchester are neutrals – beiges and taupes. These colors are practical and neutral as they go with almost all furniture and give you flexibility with paint color as well as ability to change bedding, window treatments
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How well does your carpet hold up to stains? When it comes to carpets for your home in Westchester NY, stain protection is important. In fact, its often the primary reason that carpets need to be replaced. Well there is good news from Shaw. They recently upgraded their carpet stain protection. Not only is
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Going green with your flooring is now easier than it’s ever been. It’s becoming increasing more popular and many Westchester homeowners are proactively asking about green flooring products. This really makes me happy. Sometimes it’s easy to find a solution; other times it’s challenging to find something that is green but doesn’t cost too much
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Carpet runners. Why are they important for steps? Westchester NY. I hope you enjoy this quick video on carpet runners and when they can make sense for your steps. Below the video, I’ve included a close up of the wool runner I showcased.  What types of carpets are best for steps? Wool carpets are
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