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Waterproofing your laminate floors or making them water-resistant may be necessary if you live in a high moisture climate or if your in a room that gets wet on a regular basis (such as a bathroom or kitchen). You should be on the lookout for the presence of moisture and the accumulation of water on your laminate floor so that you can avoid damaging your floor — saving you the money and time necessary to replace it. Related Article: Types of Laminate Flooring   This article discusses several useful tips for how to waterproof your laminate floor and the benefits of waterproof flooring so that you can ensure maximum longevity and functionality from your laminate floor. How To Waterproof Laminate Flooring How To Make Your Laminate Flooring Waterproof If you are dealing with a moisture problem,…

If you are planning a kitchen remodel and would like to redo your floors to achieve better functionality or style, you may be scratching your head wondering which flooring option would be best for your new kitchen. And with the vast amount of flooring options on the market, it can be difficult to choose — especially if you find that your knowledge about the topic is limited.  We’ve written this article to help close your flooring knowledge gap so that you can confidently choose the best flooring for your kitchen. What Is The Best Type Of Flooring For A Kitchen? What Is The Best Flooring For A Kitchen? To know which kitchen floors would best suit your home, it is important to understand the different types of flooring as well as some of the implications that…

With spring upon us, many homeowners are considering what changes and improvements they will make to their homes this year. A popular choice — new carpets! If you are hoping to replace your carpet, an important (and often underrated) choice you need to make is what kind of carpet padding you will use. In today's post, Carpet To Go’s carpeting experts will share some of the pros, cons, and things to consider when deciding which carpet padding to install in your home. The Importance Of Carpet Padding It can be easy to forget how important carpet padding is. Afterall, you don’t see it so it’s “out of sight out of mind.” The truth is, carpet padding is vital to the longevity and comfort of your carpet. Padding is your carpet’s foundation, and regardless of what carpet you use, it’s only…

Picking new flooring for your Seattle or Bellevue home can be a daunting task. With the vast array of flooring options out there for the homeowner to choose from it makes deciding on the right flooring type a lengthy process.   Choosing The Best Flooring There are a few simple ways that you can cut down on lost time due to the decision-making process. Asking yourself specific questions and articulating what your needs are for a floor is key to helping you decide on the most functional floor for your home. 1. Determine Purpose First off, determine the purpose of the room you are having refloored. Each room in your home has a unique purpose and your flooring choice should reflect that. Here’s an easy example of how the purpose of a room might affect your choice in flooring: Your…

As a homeowner, you might be looking for ways to spruce up your home this spring. And like a lot of homeowners, you might be looking at the floors in your house and realizing that it’s been a long while since you’ve had them redone. Hardwood floors are highly appealing because of their longevity and beautiful, classic look — however, looking more into hardwood flooring you might be surprised to see the price tag on them and just how much time goes into having this kind of flooring installed. The high cost and intensive labor required can be discouraging, as many homeowners aren’t aware that there are numerous high-quality yet cheaper alternatives to hardwood floors. Faux hardwood flooring is an alternative to classic hardwood floors that’s rising in popularity among homeowners. Opting for an artificial wood floor instead of real…