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Entries from January 2010 ↓



Jan29

Check Out Our Chicago Flooring Showroom at Home Carpet One

Seeing is believing, and we have a very large selection to show you. Check out our new video of our 10,000 square foot flooring showroom in Chicago.

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Jan23

Introducing Hydrotect technology from Jasba

More often that not, to stand out manufacturers need to use top of the line materials and come up with new and innovative technology that has never been seen before.  Jasba, a German tile manufacturer, has done just that with its introduction of the Hydrotect technology.  Hydrotect is an anti-microbial technology built into the surface [...]

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Jan19

The steps to a successful steam shower installation

There is nothing better than the luxury of having your own personal steam shower.  Many newer custom homes are equipped with steam showers.  One can enjoy that same luxury in an existing home so long as you adhere to the proper installation guidelines.  The following are the necessary steps required to build a leak proof, [...]

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Jan18

Lauzon Hardwood Flooring at Home Carpet One

We wanted to let everyone that we have a new Lauzon hardwood flooring page. Lauzon flooring is one of the best hardwood flooring brands available. From their 25 year flooring guarantee, 8 layer finish with Sunshield anti-fading coating, to their complete hands on approach of tree cutting to floor creation, it is no wonder that [...]

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Jan9

Radiant Heat under tile installations

                Chicago weather can be harsh and trying to keep the chilly temperatures outside can be challenging.  One way to keep your home warm and cozy is through the use of radiant heat flooring systems underneath tile installations.  There are a number of benefits that Radiant heated floors offer, yet many folks are still passing [...]

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Jan6

Home Carpet One takes part in the Green Initiative

The decision to buy flooring is never easy, and there are lots of factors to consider that help determine the right product for any customer.  One important issue that has been more prevalent in recent years is whether or not the product is considered “green.”  There are many manufacturers that have noticed this need for [...]

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