Mr. Bruce's Design Thoughts & Mr. Mike's Things to Know

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2 mins

What do you think of when you hear polyester carpet?

Polyester is a popular choice in carpet bers. It's inexpensive, comes in a rainbow of colors. Polyester is a type of synthetic carpet ber that is known for its softness, stain resistance, and aordability. Here are some things you should know about...

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2 mins

5 Tricks to Preparing for Flooring Installation

You have purchased your material, now what? It’s time to prepare the house for installation. Here are a few easy tips that will help to make your installation go smoothly. 1. Do not have other contractors and installers in the house. We understand...

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3 mins

To Shoe or Not to Shoe: The Great Indoor Footwear Debate

Exploring the Arguments for and Against Wearing Shoes at Home: Introduction As you step into someone’s home, you face a subtle yet significant decision: Should you keep your shoes on or slip them off at the entrance? This seemingly mundane choice...

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3 mins

Who says looks can be deceiving?

We do! Learn how to nd the best carpet even if you don’t know the rst thing about it. Here are some of the biggest mistakes people make when buying carpet. Padding: Don’t skimp on padding. This is about the worst mistake you can make when buying...

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3 mins

PETS CAN’T LIVE WITH THEM, CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT THEM

Are wondering what ooring makes the most sense for your home with pets? The best ooring option for a home with dogs or cats is not hard wood but a wood alternative: vinyl, laminate, or carpet. If you have an active pet, even a top-end hardwood oor...

When buying cheap isn't saving you money
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2 mins

When buying cheap isn’t saving you money.

Ever paid for something you thought was a great deal only to nd out it was made so poorly it feel apart. Has a cheap product every it ended up costing you more? We all want to save a buck or two but is cheap ever synonymous with long lasting? When...

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4 mins

The Superman of Carpets

Carpet is one of the biggest investments in your home. How do you keep it looking new? Keeping your carpet clean and free from dirt, grime, stains, can be exhausting. Here are a few tips and tricks to keeping it long lasting. The best thing you...

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3 mins

Don’t Rug Me The Wrong Way

Are you looking for a rug but cannot nd the right one? Metro Flooring can custom make a rug to your specications: size, colors, shapes including triangles, circles and even jellybean shapes. You can choose from any of the carpet in the store. We...

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3 mins

Which is better SPC or WPC?

When referring to vinyl you may hear the terms SPC and WPC. These are the two terms that describe the make up of the rigid cores in a plank. Rigid core luxury vinyl is a glueless format with a click locking installation system. Two types of rigid...

Staircase with wall to wall carpet from Metro Flooring
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3 mins

Stair Case Safety - Carpet vs. Hard Surface

There is a common trend among consumers wanting to put hard surface on their staircase. Why you may ask. Because it doesn't stain and it holds up well to traffic. However, it is significantly more expensive than carpet. After we sell a hard...