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Patterned Floors to Bring Life to Every Space
A well-designed room feels balanced from the ground up. The way light moves across the floor, how textures soften a space, and how lines guide the eye all shape the atmosphere, influencing everything from your color palette to the flow between rooms.While solid surfaces offer a classic look, introducing a…
Read MoreLaminate Flooring Maintenance: The ‘Dos and Don’ts’ for Long-Lasting Beauty
Laminate flooring from brands like Mohawk and Mannington is famous for its durability, but “durable” doesn’t mean “indestructible.” If you want your laminate to look as good in ten years as it does on installation day, you need the right maintenance routine. The “Dos” of Laminate Care DO use a microfiber mop: Dust and grit…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Hardwood Floors from the California Sun
We love our 300 days of sunshine in the San Gabriel Valley, but your hardwood floors might not feel the same way. Ultraviolet (UV) rays and Infrared (IR) heat can lead to “photochemical reactions” in natural wood, causing some species to fade (like Walnut) and others to darken or “amber” (like Cherry or Oak). The…
Read MoreThe Return of Character: Why Wire-Brushed and Hand-Scraped Textures are Back
In Southern California, our lifestyle is beautiful, but it can be messy. Between the fine dust from the foothills and the sand we track back from weekends in Orange County, maintaining a “piano-finish” high-gloss floor is a full-time job. This is why we are seeing a massive resurgence in textured hardwood flooring. Wire-Brushed vs. Hand-Scraped…
Read MoreCreating Balance and Comfort in Your Large Living Room
Open living rooms are often one of the most appealing features of a home.They offer flexibility for relaxing, entertaining, and everyday living, and they can make a home feel spacious, especially when living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together.At the same time, extra square footage can feel less inviting without…
Read MoreHow to Mix Hardwood and Tile in Open-Concept Living Spaces
For homeowners in Claremont and La Verne, many of whom live in beautiful mid-century or traditional homes, the “open-concept” renovation is a top priority. However, removing walls creates a new challenge: how do you transition between a functional kitchen and a cozy living room without creating a jarring visual break? The Art of the “Seamless…
Read More2026 Flooring Trends: Why Warm Tones and Wide Planks are Dominating SoCal Homes
If you are planning a renovation in Claremont or West Covina this year, it’s time to look at what’s trending for 2026. Flooring is the “fifth wall” of your home; it sets the tone for every piece of furniture and every paint color. The Death of “Cool Gray” For the last decade, cool grays and…
Read More5 Reasons to Choose Engineered Hardwood for Your Covina Home
There is a common misconception that “engineered” hardwood is a synthetic substitute for the “real thing.” As a family-owned business serving Covina since 1975, we’ve seen flooring technology evolve, and we can confidently say: Engineered hardwood is the gold standard for California living. 1. Built for Concrete Slabs Most homes in the San Gabriel Valley…
Read MoreHardwood vs. Laminate: Which is Best for the San Gabriel Valley Climate?
When choosing new flooring for your home in the San Gabriel Valley, the “Golden State” sunshine is a double-edged sword. While we love the light, the specific climate of areas like Covina and Glendora presents unique challenges for flooring materials. The primary culprit? Dimensional stability. The Hardwood Factor Traditional solid hardwood is a “living” material.…
Read More2026 Flooring Trends That Bring Warmth and Style to Your Home
Flooring has always influenced the atmosphere of a home, often serving as the quiet backdrop that supports your overall style. That idea is changing as more people use flooring as a central design feature that shapes the ambience of each room.This shift aligns with a broader move toward interiors that…
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