Mar
6
Laminate flooring offers several advantages to the homeowner looking to upgrade existing flooring:
*It can be installed over most existing flooring
*Laminate imitates the look of hardwood or tile with increased durability at a lower cost
*Glueless installation allows homeowner to DIY, if desired.
Laminate floors get their name because they’re composed of different wood-based materials that are layered, or laminated, together then topped with a wood grain photographic imprint on the face of each board.
Laminate flooring has the strength of modern materials, while offering a lot of bang for your buck. Let us show you how this popular flooring option would work for you.
Feb
28
Carpet is the right flooring choice for many of us. Many customers prefer a twist carpet.
*It reduces shading
*Twists are multi-tonal, so dirt and wear are not as evident
*Subtle patterns and a multitude of color options exist
There is an old saying in the carpet business: “The shorter, the tighter the twist, the denser, the better the carpet.”
The short tight twist carpet is called a frieze.This is the best wearing style of carpet that is not a loop pile i.e. commercial carpet.
A frieze with a longer pile and a little less density is a style called textured plush. This style is still excellent for wear, and has a elegant look.
A textured plush with even less yarn creates a style called a textured saxony. This style is still going to perform well, but in the very heavy traffic areas some crushing will be noticeable.
Remove even more yarn while keeping the same longer pile, will create a shag carpet. Shags are casual, and if tightly twisted using a nylon fiber, can give years of service. Shags will crush, but will recover with a good vacuuming.
Duralum has a fine selection of in-stock carpets, as well as 100’s of special-order carpets. Come in and see what’s right for you.
Feb
21
Many of us work from home, at least part of the time. Others are students, crafters, artists—we need a space in which to get work done in a timely manner.
A home office may be a once-used bedroom, part of the living room, a corner in the basement; ideally it needs to be a designated space, set aside for that specific type of activity. Make sure all of your supplies are in this space, and all of your distractions are safely put away—no excuses for not getting that work done.
Flooring best-suited for a home office includes commercial carpeting, berber carpeting, and laminate or hardwood. All of these options are durable, easy to maintain, and are designed for work environments.
Let Duralum help lighten your workload with a great floor covering.
Feb
14
If so, it’s time for a fireplace update. Duralum has many options that allow you to move from outdated to stylish.
Ceramic, marble, granite, mosaic glass—any of these options, by themselves or in combination, gives you a classy, contemporary finish to your fireplace.
Custom etching is also available—display your family crest, choose a photograph, showcase a meaningful quotation.
Gather around the fire for both physical and spiritual warmth, but do it in style, with a fireplace that not only warms the body but pleases the eye, as well.
See the design staff at Duralum for your personal fireplace redo.
Feb
7
Pre-finished hardwood offers several advantages over sand and stain floors:
*It is ready for immediate installation
*5-7 coats of urethane are already applied in a controlled factory environment, as opposed to sand and stain which usually gets 2-3 coats applied on-site
*You may remain at home during installation
Realtors will tell you: Hardwood is a product that appreciates in value, giving you a great return on your investment.
Hardwood visually increases the sense of space in your home, allowing further delineation with furniture placement and area rugs. Great rooms can sometimes just become great messes. With hardwood as a substantial base, it then is the job of outlining where you want do what with whom: office is right before you go down the hallway to the bedrooms—TV viewing is in the center of the great room—dining is at the kitchen counter and right before the TV area begins.
Set up your home according to function, and let your floor covering choices help maintain this separation. You’ll keep clutter to a minimum, while also keeping your sanity.
Jan
31
Traveling down the hallway to your own spa sounds heavenly, and it is very doable, even on a budget.
Duralum has renovated our ceramic showroom to provide you with myriad ways to bring tile + innovative design to your own home.
We’ve designed dozens of options for your counter, backsplash, bath, tub, shower, and/or whirlpool, all for you to experience right in our showroom.
Choose decorative tiles; alternate placement of tiles, borders, and trim; vary mosaic glass and ceramic; see how we can work with you to infuse your bath with a truly restful, spa-like feel.
Jan
24
Home theaters are increasing in popularity, as more of us look for ways to increase family time and reconnect.
Consider cork flooring as wall covering when designing your home theater. Cork is sound absorbent, has insulating properties, and has a natural, cocoon-like quality. Cork is a renewable resource, while also a very current selection.
Cork offers a cushioned surface and is an environmentally friendly building product. Cork is contemporary, and easily coordinates with other furnishings in your home, as well as almost any paint color imaginable.
Stop in to Duralum and see for yourself the beauty and long-lasting qualities of cork.
Jan
17
Simply changing your backsplash can upgrade your entire kitchen’s look.
When there is very little contrast between a backsplash, countertop and wall color, ho-hum boring is the unfortunate result.
Change boring to beautiful:
*Use decorative tile inserts within a ceramic or granite tile design.
*Mix in a narrow mosaic glass border to give a high-end look.
*Choose a contrasting finish from your floor/cabinets to really stand out.
We can design a backsplash above your range to function as a true art piece in your kitchen.
Let Duralum create the “jewelry” of your kitchen’s design.
Jan
11
First impressions are crucial. Muddy boots, jackets lying about, warped and stained floors—these do not send a “welcome to our home” message.
Dedicate a space to coat and shoe storage; set a bench or chair inside the door to allow for easy boot removal, and hang artwork or display greenery. Your entry is the first peek at what’s in store for you and your guests.
Hang a mirror to aid in those last-minute-checks before you’re out the door, and include a shelf or small table below, complete with a small basket or tray to catch keys and mail.
Consider an entry flooring upgrade to really set the stage.
Our preference: ceramic or porcelain tile, as it is impervious to sand, salt, and moisture, and comes in textured finishes that are slip-resistant and hide stains. There are many decorative yet durable ways to cover your entry’s floors.
Let Duralum help you say: “Welcome home.”
Jan
3
We have bought and sold carpet remnants since 1962 and they continue to grow in popularity. Why?
- The sizes range from 12 x 3 to 12 x 30 so you can do a variety of areas such as bedrooms, hallways, stairways and even small living rooms.
- I bring in a heavier weight of carpeting. (40 ounces and above.)
- All of our carpet remnants are unrolled, measured and inspected by us to ensure it’s quality.
- Carpet remnants can be up to 60% off which makes it one of the best values in flooring.
- All carpet remnants are 1st quality goods.
- All remnants are either from my own stock or from one of the quality mills that I deal with on a daily basis.
- The selection is very large; somewhere between 125 and 200 remnants.
Now is a great time to replace that bedroom or living room with a high quality, great value remnant.
