July 25, 2018 2:43 pm
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One of the best ways to protect the investment you make in your carpet is to have it professionally cleaned on a regular basis. This will keep your carpet looking and feeling great and prevent it from developing unwanted smells that will certainly damage the appeal of your home. If you’ve decided to schedule a professional carpet cleaning, you should know how to prepare for the appointment to ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips from our carpet store in Santa Cruz, CA to help you prepare for your carpet cleaning appointment: Vacuum: There are some... View Article
July 11, 2018 2:43 pm
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Hardwood floors can last for a lifetime, but eventually they’ll need to be refinished. Depending on the state of your floors, this could actually be a fairly straightforward DIY project—it’ll just take some time and a bit of know-how to complete. Here’s an overview of the main steps involved in refinishing your hardwood flooring in Santa Cruz, CA: Collect your equipment: The project will require the use of a variety of equipment, including rags, brushes, a shop vac, tack cloths, finishing nails, flooring sanders, random orbital sanders, nail sets, a hammer, steel wool, painter’s tape, wood putty, stain and varnish.... View Article
June 28, 2018 7:41 pm
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Vinyl flooring started to become popular in the United States just after World War II, and by the 1950s it was a major player in the flooring industry, especially for bathrooms and kitchens. Today it continues to be a popular option for its versatility and cost effectiveness. While vinyl flooring in Santa Cruz, CA is certainly not without its drawbacks, there are plenty of advantages that make it an attractive option for homeowners. Here are just a few of those benefits: Few maintenance needs: Vinyl flooring is quite easy to maintain. If you regularly sweep it and use damp mops... View Article
June 14, 2018 7:41 pm
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To truly keep your carpet clean, you need to do a lot more than just vacuum regularly and blot up stains every time you have a spill. The best way to care for your carpet and keep it clean is to have it professionally cleaned every 12 to 24 months. Not only will this ensure outstanding cleanliness of your carpet and protect your health, but it will also help you keep your carpet warranty valid. With this in mind, here are a few tips from the experts at a carpet store in Santa Cruz, CA that will help you keep... View Article
May 24, 2018 7:40 pm
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As a general rule, the best type of flooring for houses with pets or small children would be laminates, engineered wood or luxury vinyl, because they are durable and easy to clean, making them highly practical. However, many people enjoy the extra comfort that carpet provides, so the issue then becomes finding a carpet that is kid- and pet-friendly. You’ll need to balance your desire for comfort with your need for durability in this choice. Pets can track in mud or urinate on the carpet. Children can cause all kinds of spills at the worst possible times. Therefore, look for... View Article
