Spring is in the air, and so is that annual time of the year that is dreaded by some called spring cleaning. Your to-do list is starting to pile up, but there’s one area of your home that’s easy to forget about that needs some TLC, and that’s your carpets. Not only is regular carpet… Read more »
Although we don’t get a ton of rain in Arizona, (aside from monsoon season) we do experience April showers on occasion. It is important to understand how to clean our carpets following a rain shower in order to maintain it long-term. Let Mud Dry It might seem odd to let a mud “stain” sit on… Read more »
Wood is trending and many people are switching over to hardwood floors. Hardwood floors can open up a room, provide a sleeker look, and be easily maintained. In order to keep your hardwood floors looking good, it is important to care for them properly. However, there are several things that many people do often that… Read more »
Carpet is an affordable flooring option but it does need to be cared for and maintained properly if you want it to last. Here are a few common carpet cleaning mistakes that people are making on a daily basis. Conquering Stains A common mistake that people make while attempting to clean their carpets is not… Read more »
With spring getting closer, it’s time to start compiling your spring cleaning list. It is important to make your floors a focus of your spring cleaning to-do list. Cleaning your floors is an important part of preparing your home for better weather and maintaining your home in general. Not all flooring is created equal, and… Read more »
Last Sunday, millions of people gathered together to watch the big game and cheer on their favorite team. With all of the shouting, jumping, mingling, eating, and drinking that can happen during a football game, you probably found some stains on your carpeted floors after the fact. No matter what type of stain surfaced, you… Read more »
When you picture a “red carpet,” you likely picture celebrities in formal wear walking slowly and posing for pictures. Although many homes also have red carpets, most people initially picture extravagant gowns, persistent paparazzi, and entertaining award shows. With the Grammy Awards coming up, we started to wonder about the history of the red carpet… Read more »
Many people display real Christmas trees in their home during the holiday season. Some people cannot resist the smell of a freshly cut pine tree. While some of us decide to go the artificial route, some people consider getting a real tree a tradition. Although real trees are beautiful, they do eventually lose their vitality… Read more »
If you are looking into carpeting your home, whether it is one room or several rooms, you probably became overwhelmed the minute you started searching for “the one.” Selecting a carpet can be a difficult decision and with so many colors, textures, and prints available, it might feel next to impossible. Before you select your… Read more »
If you have a staircase inside of your home, you should consider installing a carpet runner over the staircase. A carpet runner can offer a staircase plenty of benefits. Spruce Up Your Style A carpet runner can provide your home with a casual touch or an elegant touch, depending on what type of runner you… Read more »
Some rooms in your home will benefit from tile flooring. It is important to recognize that not all rooms need or should have carpeting. Tile flooring is a great flooring option for many reasons. Withstands the Test of Time Tile flooring is durable and it can put with a lot of wear and tear. Specifically,… Read more »
If you are someone that does a lot of hosting during the holiday season, you likely do a thorough cleaning of your home prior to having guests. Your floors should be a major focus of that cleaning because they are constantly being used by you family and your visitors. Put Down Protective Mats You should… Read more »
No matter how hard you might try, sooner or later your carpets are bound to get dirty. For families with pets or small children, carpets tend to see more than their fair share of dirt, mud and spills. When these messes inevitably do happen, we tend to turn to store-bought cleaning mixtures and expensive products… Read more »
You might think that choosing new carpeting your home is as simple as picking out a texture and a color that you like, and then ordering as much as you need. But if you keep it that simple, you could end up with over-worked carpet after a few short years that shows the wear and… Read more »
If you’ve just started shopping around for new carpeting, you may notice that carpet manufacturers use their fair share of specialized terminology to describe the characteristics of their products. To the uninitiated, all this carpet industry jargon can get a little confusing. Fortunately, once you get the hang of it, carpet terminology is pretty straightforward…. Read more »
Which type of flooring you select to install in your home or office is largely a matter of personal preference. However, you want to always choose a quality product that will last and is easy to maintain, while not compromising the integrity of your building. Carpet is a type of flooring that exudes comfort and… Read more »
Fresh, comfortable carpeting can breathe new life into a drab living space. If you don’t take care of your carpet, however, it can become blemished by stains and damage. The good news is that modern carpeting is remarkably durable and long-lasting. By following just a few simple guidelines, you can ensure that your new… Read more »
As much as we might love the feeling of soft carpeting underfoot, cleaning a carpet is a task that most people don’t particularly look forward to. If you want to keep your carpet looking its very best, however, periodic cleaning is absolutely essential. Let’s consider a few of the most compelling reasons to keep… Read more »
Wall-to-wall carpeting might not be right for every room in your home. Whether it’s a kitchen with tile floors, or an entryway with vintage hardwood, there are a number of reasons why you might not want to cover and entire space with carpet. If you’d still like to enjoy the comfort of carpet without committing… Read more »
In January, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that Earth’s surface temperatures in 2015 were the hottest they had been since record keeping began in 1880. In recent years environmental concerns have become more pressing than ever, and it seems everyone is pitching in to do their part for the planet, including… Read more »
There are plenty of good reasons to install carpeting in your home. First and foremost, it’s extremely comfortable underfoot. Carpeting also comes in a wide variety of designs and thicknesses to accommodate the tastes and preferences of individual homeowners. Plus – contrary to popular belief – carpeting is also good for people who suffer from… Read more »
These days, you can find all sorts of name brand cleaning products in your grocery store. From spray-on applications to foaming cleaners, consumers have no shortage of options. Unfortunately, not all of these products work as advertised, and some of them can be quite expensive. The good news is that you can find a number… Read more »
Over the years, a pervasive myth has emerged that links asthma and allergy symptoms to indoor carpeting. The idea is that carpeting, as opposed to other times of flooring like laminate and hardwood, traps allergens like dust and pet dander, thereby aggravating allergy symptoms. In fact, however, recent studies have demonstrated that carpeting can actually… Read more »
When we make investments into different areas of our home, we expect them to last for years and years. That’s why the absolute horror of the first spill on a new carpet is unmatched. Some folks with children and pets don’t even bother installing new carpeting or other flooring. After all, why bother when it’s… Read more »
They feel great on your bare feet, they can add a lot of character in your room, and help keep your feet warm. But what isn’t exciting is that new carpet smell that tends to come with it. It’s hard to describe, it but has its own distinct aroma. What you smell is the mix… Read more »
When you think of castles, what kind of floors do they typically have? Stone flooring, of course. If your home is your castle then consider stone flooring for its durability, beauty, and, most importantly, elegance. Nothing says “I have money and want the best floors” like stone flooring. It’s not typically seen in most homes… Read more »
People of a certain age have an impression of “laminate flooring.” Laminate was originally created as an affordable alternative to hardwood and came into vogue in the 1970s. It was affordable but tended to look “fake” or “plastic-y.” Today’s laminate flooring, however, looks so “real” that experts even have difficulty telling the difference between laminate… Read more »
Carpeting isn’t just a comfortable and stylish form of flooring, but it is also a safe and warmer option than hardwood or tiling. One downside to having a carpeted room or entire home is all of the dust, debris, and allergens that it can trap in its soft texture. By vacuuming regularly, limiting dust intrusions,… Read more »
Did you ever have a relative who had a pristine white carpet in their living room? It was the one the kids could not walk on or even go near. We all want to keep our carpets clean and looking brand new for as long as possible, but over time spills, stains and… Read more »
A dirty carpet is easily avoidable and can make your home look older and more dingy, while a clean carpet brightens your home and creates a clean, comfortable environment. Follow these tips to extend the life of your carpet and keep it looking fresh and new. Vacuuming Frequent vacuuming keeps dirt from settling into the… Read more »
In the old days, there weren’t many choices when it came to carpets. Nowadays, there are many choices available. So how do you figure out what carpet is right for your home? First things first: what color(s) do you like? Obviously, beige (tan) goes well with everything, and a light brown will hide… Read more »
All carpets need to be cleaned…eventually. Some people are very particular about cleaning their carpet, such that they vacuum it daily, while others– well, not so much. Obviously, vacuuming a carpet with a vacuum cleaner is the main way to clean a carpet. Ideally, vacuum a carpet once a week to get deeply embedded… Read more »
For those of you interested in having carpet in your home which is environmentally friendly, aka “green,” you should consider visiting Carpet Closeouts in Phoenix to check out carpeting made of DuPont™ Sorona® renewably sourced fiber. One of the first high-performance fibers derived from rapidly renewable material, Sorona® represents textile innovation for the 2000s…. Read more »
A decision that all homeowners must make at some point in time is whether or not they want a hardwood or a carpeted floor in a specific room in their abode. Although each has their benefits, there is a strong argument to be made that a carpeted floor or a floor covering is the way… Read more »
Carpet tiles, or carpet squares, have been around for over 50 years but it wasn’t until recently that new design elements were introduced, making these tiles a trend within the interior design industry. The appeal doesn’t end there though; instead of choosing a nice broadloom carpet for your commercial property, take note of the… Read more »
Now that we are well into the spring season, we’re sure that a number of you are beginning to plan for a little thing called “spring cleaning”. If you’re anything like us, you’ve got a list a mile long of all the things that you want to get done before settling into the blazing… Read more »
The desire to take something you love and use it to make something else is pretty common. When shoppers at our discount carpet store in Phoenix, Arizona see a pattern they like, we watch their imaginations run wild, as they dream of it being used for different purposes and in various areas of their… Read more »
Here at Carpet Closeouts, we provide Phoenix, Arizona with the highest quality flooring at discounted prices. We’re always keeping our eyes open for new products that raise the bar when it comes to flooring solutions. When word started spreading about luxury vinyl, we became excited. When we witnessed it in action, it became clear… Read more »
At Carpet Closeouts in Phoenix, AZ, we’re aware that every type of flooring comes with its own limitations. Carpet can be easily soiled or affected by water damage, especially if you live with careless kids or pets. Tile solves this problem, but gets very cold in the wintertime. Hardwood floors must be meticulously protected… Read more »
At our Carpet Closeouts wholesale store in Phoenix, Arizona, we work with a huge variety of carpet colors. We love to experiment with different color schemes and decorating ideas for different rooms, and enjoy assisting customers in finding the perfect colored carpet for the rooms in their homes. Many people struggle when decorating with… Read more »
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