Tag Archives: carpet tiles

Quick, Temporary Fixes

Maybe you haven’t been able to do some of the things you had hoped to do before the holiday season. Here are some temporary, alternative options: Don’t have time to paint? Wash your walls instead. You might find that you don’t really need to paint right now after all. Instead of getting new carpet or installing a different type of flooring, consider an area rug for a temporary fix. To save even more time and money, go to Target or another store that carries basic home furnishings, and look for an area carpet. You can often find good quality carpet … Continue reading →

Getting Good Deals on Flooring

There are several different ways to get good deals on flooring for your home. You can check with flooring outlet centers or online liquidators, but keep in mind the cost of shipping. If shopping online, which can sometimes be the best choice, simply make sure the company you plan to shop with doesn’t eat up your entire discount in shipping charges. You’ll also hear people rave about how “cheap” carpet and vinyl flooring remnants are but you might be surprised by the prices when you walk into a showroom. Often times, remnants are not exactly cheap. The retailer still needs … Continue reading →

Reclaiming Unused Spaces: Flooring

Your unfinished basement or attic is looking better already, now that you have addressed the ceiling and the walls. It’s lighter and brighter, and it’s going to keep getting better. It’s time to decide on the type of flooring you want for the space. Should you install wall-to-wall carpet, tile, wood floors, or laminate? Each of these options work great, but they do take time, money, and a lot of energy. You may decide to go ahead with one of these options in an attic, but one or more could prove problematic in a basement, since there may not be … Continue reading →

Home Improvement: Carpet Tiles

We will be talking about different flooring options from time to time, but one of my favorite products is carpet tiles. Who came up with this ingenious idea, and why didn’t I think of it first? It is one of the simplest, most affordable ways to carpet your home. Here are some other great reasons to choose carpet tiles instead of carpeting or rugs: -Carpet tiles are versatile. You can use matching tiles or mix and match different textures and colors to create an interesting pattern for a more distinctive look. You can also change colors or patterns easily from … Continue reading →