2 More Weeks to SAVE!

Flooring Gallery's Mohawk Anniversary Sale is going on now! SAVE BIG on carpet, tile, hardwood, laminate and more. Plus we're offering 36 mos FREE Financing, and of course we always offer FREE Measures! Now is a great time to get your inside looking perfect before the holiday guests arrive. Let us help you Bring Your Designs to Life, and now for less!

Mohawk "Green" Story

Mohawk Industries was recently named a leader in "Green" companies, according to Newsweek's"Green Ranking 2009" list. Each year 500 of the largest US companies are evaluated for their green practices. The companies are scored based on their total environmental impact, the environmental policies and procedures, and lastly for their corporate social responsibility. For Mohawk, this proves their Green Works commitment to continually find ways to recycle, reuse, and renew are proving successful.

Carpet Care-Protecting Your Investment

Keeping carpets beautiful for years to come is easy simply by vacuuming and having carpets periodically cleaned!

Dirt and airborne dust tend to settle on carpet fibers and accumulate in highly trafficked areas. These particles soil the carpet leaving it dirty, worn, and discolored looking. The best way to lift these dirt and dust particles from the carpet is by vacuuming. The question is "how often do you have to vacuum?" The answer depends of how many people live in the house and how much foot traffic the carpet is exposed to. A rule of thumb is that for every living thing in your house (people & pets), is the number of times the carpets should be vacuumed per week. While this may sound a bit excessive, it is especially important to do this in those high traffic areas such as entrances, hallways, or any area that is a common pathway. Since every carpet manufacturer has different care recommendations, talk with your salesperson or visit the manufacturer website to find out the best care & maintenance plan for your carpet.

Another important way to prolong the life of carpet is to have them professionally cleaned by hot water extraction. In fact, carpet manufacturers require this to support their carpet warranties. The frequency of cleanings may differ from household to household depending on the amount of people, pets, and overall traffic in the home. Generally speaking every 12-18 months is sufficient, but review the carpet manufacturer recommendations. Also, be sure to save the receipts since the manufacturers require proof of professional cleaning in case there is every a warranty issue.

Learning to Speak Tile

Unlimited in color and shape, tile lends itself to highly creative custom installations for just about any surface of your home. It’s very cleanable, durable and hypoallergenic, and it lasts virtually forever with proper care. (Early Roman specimens still grace many historic places and appear like new.)

Aside from their timeless, natural beauty, tiles technically are any piece of clay mixture or stone used for decorative, sometimes structural purposes. Stone pieces are also known as tiles.

Knowing tiles’ differences will make you a savvy shopper.

Ceramic tile, the most familiar, usually is a shaped clay body, fired at high temperature, often finished with a glass-based glaze. Terra cotta is a form of unglazed tile. Ceramic tiles mostly are used indoors and strength-rated for walls, floors, etc.

Porcelain is a form of ceramic tile with a homogenous color throughout the body and fired at very high temperatures. Glazed or unglazed, porcelain is tough enough for indoor or outdoor use and can be made to resemble stone.

Mosaics are very small ceramic, glass or metal tiles usually 1- to 2-inches square, often applied to a mesh backing. They provide a very textured look and the opportunity for very artistic designs, even in small spaces.

Natural Stone tiles are as the name implies. They can be fragile and may require a sealer.

Decoratives are complementary or specialty-decorated tiles. They can be stone, glass or metal. Decoratives are painted with designs or scenes, then glazed. Complementary tiles can be used as trim, as with a chair rail. Use one as an inset or several in a special design.

Listellos are a form of small decorative tile, typically rectangular with carved or molded 3D designs. They are excellent for the kitchen, where you can create a special statement or that unique custom look to complement your floor.

Format is simply the size and shape of your flat pieces in a variety of geometrics. As American homes get bigger, so does the format. Up to 20 inches is popular.

Layout is your installation pattern. Start with herringbone, running bond, hopscotch, weaves, diamonds or insets, or go totally creative. This is another place we, as an independent retailer, really shine! Let us help you create something special, with our design skills and signature craftsmanship.


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2009 COLOR TRENDS

Color trends are just that...trends! Every season new color palettes will emerge influenced by what is happening in the world whether it's the economy, technology, the environment, or social issues. The 2009 color palette was chosen as a reflection of what is happening in our country right now. The color yellow is thought to bring inspiration and energy to people, soft neutral shades of beige, gray, and white are calm and relaxing, the color purple is a mix of predominant political colors-red & blue, while blue is the new green. Color is a very personal choice and it's a reflection of who you are as a person, your personality, and can have a significant impact on how you feel. A good way of incorporating the color trends without a full commitment is to buy throw pillows and blankets. Don't get too caught up in the trends. Choose a color on what you like.