New Home Upgrades September 23, 2009
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When buying a new home, all of the choices that need to be made can be overwhelming! Usually, by the time it comes to choosing flooring it’s easier to say “Just put in whatever is standard!” because the thought of making any extra decisions is just too much. At Big Bob’s, we care about your long term happiness. Keep reading for some things to think about when it comes to flooring upgrades.
- Let’s say there is carpet budgeted for a main living area, but you really would rather have a hard surface. Consider the difference in the amount you would have to invest to get the product you really want instead of investing a portion in the standard choice where that money doesn’t get you any closer to the hard surface product.
- Suppose you want a carpet upgrade in an area that is budgeted for standard carpet, but your budget is maxed out preventing you from getting a thicker product or one with a better warranty . Consider upgrading your carpet cushion in order to make the standard carpet selection feel and perform the best it can.
- If you choose to put in a standard flooring product that is not as durable as you would like with a plan to replace in the near future, be sure to consider the cost of removing that existing floor covering as well as other costs associated with flooring removal such as moving furniture. The money you will spend on those items may be close to the difference in the product you really want and you will avoid the disruption of getting new floors.
- Consider taking advantage of our financing options in order to get the floors you really want the first time. You can apply right from our website and get at least 6 months same as cash with financing up to 4 years.
Are you thinking about an upgrade for your home? Contact us today or view our current promotions to see if it’s time for you to get the floors you’ve always wanted. Our experienced and knowledgeable sales staff is standing by eager to assist you and make the process as simple as possible!
Carpet Cushion Replacement – Reader Question September 14, 2009
Posted by Shannonbilby in : Carpet Cushion , add a commentDear Big Bob’s,
I am thinking about replacing my carpet because of years of pet stains and stains from my children growing up. I did not do a very good job of having the carpets cleaned each year, but I am wondering if I need to replace the carpet cushion along with the carpet.
Debbie from Yuma, AZ
Debbie,
Carpet cushion is important for several different reasons. It is not only there for comfort, but it also helps maintain your carpet’s original appearance.When replacing your carpet, you want to give the carpet the best chance you can to wear well. New carpet cushion will ensure that.
Things you want to consider are comfort,performance and warranty.
There are different types and qualities of carpet cushion. The better the cushion, the better your carpet will perform. Better quality cushion also blocks moisture, fights stains and odors, minimizes sound transfer between rooms, provides thermal insulation and increases air flow between the floor and your carpet for better, more efficient vacuuming.
When shopping for carpet cushion, take a sample of the cushion you are considering and place it under a carpet sample. Walk on it! Take your shoes off! See how it feels on your bare feet! You should see the difference between different grades of carpet cushion.
Investing a little more on the front end for better carpet cushion will save you money in the long run by not having to replace your carpet as quickly.
To discuss the specific needs of your project call us today at 928-217-5551. One of our knowledgeable sales associates will be happy to help you!
Natural Stone and Ranges of Color and Movement September 9, 2009
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Natural stone can be an intimidating purchase when you first start shopping for new hard surface floors.
Are you the person that says: “I don’t want a floor that busy!” or ” I only want it if each piece and look the same” or “I would get tired of a tile with all of that pattern”. We’re here to help you understand how to shop for natural stone and overcome some of the common obstacles that come along with it.
One thing to keep in mind when looking for natural stone floors or tiles that are made to look like natural stone is that you want to look at more than one piece of the tile or stone to get a feel for what it will actually look like. Place a few pieces on the floor and walk back several feet from the selection of tiles. This will give you a more accurate feel for how the whole floor will look when it has been installed. Most people tend to look at one sample about 4 inches from their faces. Think about it, how often are you looking at your floor from only 4 inches away!?!
When looking at a floor as an overall picture rather than one single tile or piece, you begin to see that the more range of color and movement a floor has, the more it has to offer. For example, think about a room full of white tile. Now think about a room full of stone with lots of colors and movement. Which one is going to be easier to keep clean and hide dirt? Which one are you going to grow tired of more quickly? The more range and movement a floor has, the more it will hide dirt AND the more color options you have to pull from if you decide to change the colors in your design scheme. White or a solid color can get old and boring very quickly. Floors with color and movement allow you to change the things around the floor giving you a fresh new look without being limited.
Because natural stone is a natural product, it will have variations in color, sometimes texture and pattern. Don’t be intimidated by this. These features make your floor unique. Because no two pieces of stone look alike, you can have the same type of stone floor as your neighbor, but it can look completely different due to its origin. Who wants a floor that looks just like someone else’s? Celebrate the beauty of the range in color and pattern and embrace its uniqueness. Natural stone floors are timeless and stylish options that you can plan to live with for many, many years.
Call us today or come in to our store to give natural stone a chance. Our professional and qualified sales staff are here to help you every step of the way.
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Mohawk’s Smart Strand Challenge Has Finished September 1, 2009
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Have you been following along with Mohawk’s SmartStrand Challenge? For those of you that have not been following along:
Mohawk Industries (Mohawk) has teamed with The Birmingham Zoo to put its SmartStrand with DuPont Sorona (SmartStrand) carpet to the mightiest of durability and stain resistance tests. Starting August 14, Mohawk installed SmartStrand triexta carpet in the indoor enclosure of The Birmingham Zoo only Eastern Black Rhinoceros, leaving it there for two weeks.
Ricko the Rhino is not your typical 12-year-old! Ricko is a bold opponent for the SmartStrand Challenge. The carpet was installed, Ricko lived as usual in his enclosure, eating, sleeping, rolling his 50-pound ball around and doing things that just come naturally to a 2,800-pound rhinoceros. All on Mohawk SmartStrand carpet!
Four day- and night-vision webcams were strategically placed throughout the enclosure to capture his life on the carpet. I diligently watched Ricko as he romped and tromped around in his enclosure, giving SmartStrand carpet a run for its money.
The challenge ended Friday. The carpet was removed and cleaned with Mohawk’s Floor Care Products. The result? The carpet was cleaned 100%. Ricko was not able to destroy the carpet as many had thought and some even hoped!
What’s next? What’s in it for you? Stay tuned to the blog, our twitter page, our Facebook page or our website for specials and promotions so that you can have SmartStrand carpet in your home because you know if it can stand up to a 2800 lb rhino, it can stand up to your wild ones!
