The Janka Hardness Scale is a great place to begin your search for hardwood floors. This helpful tool can provide you with an idea of how durable a particular type of wood will be. In addition to this measurement, it is important to remember that there are a number of other factors that can affect…
Posted by mark on February 27, 2018
Looking to add some warmth and charm to your home? Hand-scraped hardwood is an elegant way to do so. Not entirely sure what hand-scraped hardwood is or what makes it such a great option for
Southlake homeowners? Here's a beginner's guide to from the team at
Floor Coverings International Southlake that covers the basics. We love hand-scraped hardwood…
Posted by mark on January 19, 2018
Replacing the flooring in your Southlake office or shop is a big decision. You need something that is stylish and welcoming to your clientele, but also durable and classic to stand the test of time. The price must be right, and the installation needs to be quick and easy. If you’re ready to invest in…
Posted by mark on December 21, 2017
Tile is durable and easy to maintain. This makes it a popular choice for several applications including on floors, walls, and countertops. One challenge with tile, however, is maintaining its grout. Generally, grout needs to be replaced before the tile pieces themselves. Also, grout requires additional attention while cleaning, but this is often overlooked. Read…
Posted by mark on December 20, 2017
Need some peace and quiet in your busy family home? Changing the flooring can help limit sound transmission, and there is a range of different flooring products available to help dampen the noise. Eco-friendly products are often excellent for noise absorption, with the additional benefit of being a healthy and sustainable product for your family.…
Posted by mark on December 14, 2017
Protecting your home, your valuables, and your loved ones from flooding, fire, and airborne toxins is incredibly important to the entire team at
Floor Coverings International Southlake. For this reason, we got in touch with John Yerby, local Restoration 1 owner, to talk about the steps to take to prevent lasting harm and how to recover after damage. Take…
Posted by mark on November 30, 2017
Hardwood flooring is always a popular option for homeowners in the
Southlake, Colleyville, Keller, Grapevine area. For many reasons, however, solid hardwood is not always practical. It is possible to get the look and benefits of hardwood flooring without the expense and maintenance concerns of the real thing. Read on to learn more about our top picks for…
Posted by mark on November 22, 2017
Just after installing a new floor, the shiny, smooth and scratch-free surface is a real joy. But keeping the floor in its flawless state will take some work. Most homeowners take extra precautions for the first few months after installing new flooring until the first heartbreaking scratch appears. After that, many homeowners give up and allow their floors to become marked…
Posted by mark on November 9, 2017
Ready to start a new flooring project, but not sure what will hold up against your dog, cat, lizard, rabbit, parrot, pig, or tiny horse? The experts at
Floor Coverings International Southlake are here today to look into the best types of flooring for pet owners. Before we dive in, let’s lay out the criteria that determine whether…
Posted by mark on October 23, 2017
Beautiful and versatile, mosaic tiles can transform nearly any room in your Southlake home. Whether you favor glass, ceramic, porcelain, or even parquet, you'll love the unique look that mosaic flooring brings to your home and its exterior. The following are just a few of the many ways you can incorporate unique mosaic designs in…
Posted by mark on October 12, 2017
