Chicago Flooring Blog

Chicago flooring information including posts on carpet, hardwood, vinyl and tile flooring

Mar1

Cork Flooring, an Innovative Flooring solution for residential and Commercial Applications

 
Pre-finished Natural CORK flooring offers a variety of patterns, colors, and densities. Though CORK encompasses only a small fraction of the total floor covering market, there has been a surge in popularity since the shift to recycled products has changed the course of the flooring industry. Today, buyers are much more discerning in their quest [...]

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Feb10

Huge President's Day Sale on Chicago Flooring, Feb 20th!

Come into Home Carpet One of Chicago and take advantage of our huge one day President’s Day Sale on February 20th! Find great deals on tile, hardwood flooring as well as huge selection of carpet in several styles and patterns. Also, ask about our 12 month interest free financing opportunities.

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Feb4

Steps to measuring a tile project yourself

When confronted with all the issues that arise when determining material quantities for a tile project, there are a few easy steps to lessen the confusion. For instance, when one has chosen to remodel a washroom, there are certain ways square footages are determined. The process is quite simple, yet can prove to be challenging [...]

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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 of [...]

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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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Dec22

Floating Vs Glue/Nail down hardwood floors

When selecting a new hardwood floor for your home, there can be some uncertainty and anxiety when confronted with all of the choices.  With new technology available, there are beautiful engineered hardwood flooring systems that satisfy even the most discerning buyers.  There are three different types of installations regarding an engineered hardwood.  Each has its [...]

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