(NC)—Since most of an infant’s time is spent on the floor playing, crawling and discovering, more and more parents are now looking for flooring options that will minimize exposure to harmful allergens, germs and toxins. Allergen and germ collecting flooring options like carpet are now being overlooked for more hypoallergenic options such as natural hardwood [...]

(NC)—One of the hot new trends in hardwood flooring this season is the use of grey flooring colours to accent and inspire home decors. Touted as the “colours of tomorrow” by a leading Canadian hardwood flooring manufacturer, these new colours already have interior design professionals and enthusiasts buzzing. Mercier Wood Flooring, one of North America’s [...]

(NC)—According to home design experts the latest trend in flooring is to capture the warmth, charm and timelessness of a bygone era with wire-brushed oak hardwood floors. As the heart and soul of the decor, these floors are used to convey a sense of comfort and well-being associated with a cozy home atmosphere. Just imagine [...]

(NC)— In the home decor industry, much like in fashion, change is inevitable and what was once considered passé often returns to become the latest trend. This reality best describes the recent movement in home decor to incorporate a more rustic look and feel to interior designs. Leading the way as the focal point of [...]

(NC)—The “healthy home” movement has become more than just a decorating fad. It marks a major shift in the priorities and ideologies of consumers who are now making concerted efforts to seek out eco-friendly and health-conscious decor choices for their homes. Innovative designers and manufacturers have caught on to this reality and are now giving [...]

(NC)—More and more Canadians are going back to a simpler time with their home decor choices and it’s all starting with their floors. They’re ushering in the welcoming charm and warmth of antique and wire-brushed nostalgic hardwood floors to set the tone for their decors. “As the home construction and renovation industry continues to grow, [...]

(NC) – Most discerning homeowners want their decors to be distinct from their neighbours, families and friends. Ideally, they’d like their style and flair to shine through making their customized home decor a true reflection of their personality and taste. This is typically achieved by selecting unique pieces of furniture, artwork and colours to craft [...]

(NC)—Q: What is the number one consideration when choosing a hardwood floor? A: The number one priority we’ve found coming from consumers today is selecting the right colour for their flooring to match their decors. Most hardwood flooring manufacturers offer a series of standard popular colour choices. Often these stain colours aren’t exactly what astute [...]

(NC)—Wood is one of the world’s oldest flooring options, yet consumers continue to find themselves drawn to this classic building material thanks to today’s wide variety of styles colours and species. One hardwood flooring trend that continues to gain momentum amongst consumers across the country is the movement towards wider boards. “More and more homeowners [...]

Throw rugs, along with area rugs, run the gamut from cheap nylon ovals to nearly room sized Persian rugs costing thousands of dollars. Which is right for you depends, of course, on your budget and the particular space you want to cover. Flatweave throw rugs are often used in Japanese homes where they provide both [...]