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Capable of holding upwards of 4 times their weight in dirt, a carpet installation can acquire a ton of yucky stuff: Bacteria, mold, dead skin cells, dust mites, insect husks and feces, pet urine, dander, and hair. Yikes! While these airborne nasties cling to your soft surfacing fibers, it's ...

The benefits of carpeting might seem pretty obvious at first glance but there is more to this extremely popular floor covering than meets the eye. Most people realize that a new carpet installation will make their home more comfortable, in a general sense, but fail to realize all of the hidden ...

Shopping for carpet can seem like an overwhelming task, even when you’re fairly sure you know what you want before you get started. There are lots of options to consider when it comes to colors, design, style, and size, in addition to specific benefits offered. However, the most important part, by ...

At Select Floors, our Marietta and Roswell, GA flooring pros understand all too well how stressful it is to choose the best carpet installation for your home makeover. The truth is, you don't want to spend your hard-earned money on flooring that's a passing fad. Instead, you're no doubt looking for ...

Ever wonder why, after all these years and all the debates by the design experts, carpet is still the preferred installation choice for your Marietta home, or any home, whether it’s in GA or elsewhere in the country?The simple answer is that carpeting is beautiful, is suitable for any environment ...

After spending a great deal of time researching, making lists and adjusting your budget, you certainly don’t want to leave the carpet installation of your Marietta, GA carpet up to just anyone. After all, it takes a professional to really get this job done right, and truly protect your investment. ...

At our Select Floors showrooms in Marietta and Roswell, GA, our on-site pros answer a wide range of questions with regards to soft surfacing. Aside from the usual concerns about durability, maintenance, and water-resistance, homeowners wonder about color trends and styles. The fact is, no one wants ...

Just be sure to act fast!After Florence, this somehow seems like an appropriate subject. Many in places like Marietta, GA, worry about humidity, tropical storms and hurricanes, but don’t let that stop you from having the carpet installation you’ve always dreamed of.A carpet installation not only ...

Keeping a carpet installation clean can be challenging, especially with kids and pets in the house. While your Great Dane tends to track mud throughout the living room, your little ones seem to always get PlayDoh deeply embedded in the surfacing fibers. At Select Floors, we've heard it all, from ...

If you’ve already chosen the carpet of your dreams, the next important step is choosing a professional for the carpet installation in your Marietta, GA home. While you might be tempted to save a few dollars on your budget by installing it yourself, professional carpet installation is necessary, for ...

While some of us are familiar with the best-selling book by Stephen R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, we can certainly apply some of those principles to flooring as well.Some reviews say the book’s longevity on the best-selling list is, because the author ignores trends and pop ...

Before purchasing new carpeting, you may want to consider a few essential things to select the best type of soft surfacing. While updating your home increases the value of your property, you'll need to do a bit of research to ensure a smooth transition. Assessing elements such as lifestyle, climate,...

Here at Select Floors, we do a lot of carpet installation in Marietta, GA, and we are always surprised by how considerate our clients are about preparing for our arrival. However, when people are getting ready for their big install, they often go a bit overboard in their preparations.So, we thought ...

When it’s time for your carpet installation in Marietta, GA, you want to make sure you’re choosing the right company for the job. There are many factors to consider in making this choice, because the right installers get the job done right the first time. And isn’t that what you want? More than ...

When you're thinking about selling your home, you'll likely run-through a checklist of things that should be fixed or replaced. Undoubtedly, you're looking to make a profit on this sale, so it's a good idea to select renovations that will increase the value of your residence. As such, think about ...

No matter what the debate says, carpeting is still the most popular floor covering, and it’s as functional as it is beautiful. It adds style and richness to any design, and it is soft and easy to stand on (not to mention, easy to fall on!) and absorbs sound.You might notice a few things that will ...

There's a lot to be said in favor of hard surface flooring, but there's a reason that carpet is still the king of the flooring world. Durable, comfortable and inviting, carpet isn't going anywhere anytime soon. In addition to all of the practical considerations just mentioned, carpet has an ...

Yes, folks, the truth is, there's absolutely no reason to fear a white carpet installation. In Marietta, GA. Nowadays, the trend leans towards lighter shades, though white and off-white lead the list of must-have colors. How's that even possible, you might ask? Well, when it comes down to it, there ...

Carpeting adds a lot of beauty and function to a home, and the installation can be tricky, especially on staircases, around baseboards and moldings, and in rooms where the carpet transitions to another flooring material.One thing for sure is that it isn’t a do-it-yourself job! It requires special ...

We've all experienced it at one point or another, wall-to-wall carpeting that has ripples or areas of bunching that spoils an otherwise beautiful floor covering. This effect in wall-to-wall carpeting is called buckling and, while completely terrible, it is also easily preventable.The first step to ...

Carpeting is still one of the most popular choices among homeowners, but there are still some persistent myths floating around, some of which you may still believe yourself. These misconceptions might very well be keeping you from making this choice about something you really do want.So let’s get ...

Installing new carpeting in your home is a major investment. So, it's extra important that you are sure that the crew you have hired to do the work is of the highest caliber, to avoid any unfortunate mishaps or costly mistakes.How do you know who is right for the job, and who should be avoided at ...

As lovely as carpeting can be, when not correctly installed, it can create a giant headache. The truth is, many issues creep up for those who opt for DIY installations, or even decide to go with "experts" who are certainly not professionals. To understand what causes wall-to-wall carpet to buckle, ...

Yes! You can’t see it, but don’t let it be one of those “out of sight, out of mind” things. A good padding is so important to a beautiful carpet installation, Marietta, GA.Just like paving is the foundation of your driveway, and without asphalt it will disintegrate when you drive over it, padding ...

At our Select Floors showrooms in Marietta and Roswell, GA, our on-site experts answer a lot of questions about carpeting. One of the most common queries being, what causes wall-to-wall carpet to buckle? When it comes down to it, there is a long list of advantages to opting for this lovely ...

At Select Floors, we install an awful lot of carpeting. One of the common things we have noticed about many of our customers is their tendency to go a bit overboard with their preparations for our arrival. As much as we appreciate how considerate they are being, we can't help but feel a little bad ...

At Select Floors, our Marietta and Roswell, GA showroom pros have met a lot of homeowners who want to attempt a DIY carpet installation. Marietta, GA homeowners typically end up regretting this move, and for a very good reason. What's so complicated about carpet installation, you may ask? Simply ...

Carpeting is still one of the most popular flooring choices, but leaks, broken pipes and storm flooding can cause that “funny” mold and mildew smell. Mold and mildew buildup becomes a matter of health. For some people, it irritates the nose, eyes, throat or lungs and creates breathing problems. It ...

Let's talk about carpet installation, Marietta, GA. Buying a new carpet for your home is a big investment, and a lot of the cost of re-carpeting your home comes from labor and installation fees. It's easy to understand why someone might entertain the notion of doing the install themselves, or ...

The importance of a well-done carpet installation in your Marietta, GA home simply cannot be understated. In fact, it can make a world of difference in the overall lifespan of your carpeting. A poorly installed carpet can cause an abundance of premature failures, including seams that tear apart, ...

A quality carpet installation will add beauty to your home, but shopping for it can be a little tricky. Sure, you look at things like color, texture and feel-to-the-touch, but there’s really--to quote a cliché--a lot more than meets the eye.You need to thoroughly understand the characteristics of ...

Let's have a little chat about carpet installation, Marietta, GA and more specifically, how to save yourself some hassle and maybe even a bit of money along the way. Installing new carpeting in your home is a great way to transform the aesthetic of your home, while at the same time improving indoor ...

To avoid dreaded buckling due to things like humidity or improper carpet installation, Roswell homeowners will most assuredly want to read our Select Floors list of carpeting "Don'ts." No matter how much attention you pay to your carpets, they may end up with sections that seem wrinkled, wavy, or ...

One of the biggest myths, if not the biggest myth, is that a carpet installation will exacerbate respiratory problems.Select Floors addresses some of the biggest myths, showing why everyone can have a carpet installation in Marietta.First, know that carpet absolutely does not contain formaldehyde. ...

If you're not careful, the cost of installing your new carpeting can easily spiral out of control. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take to mitigate this problem and save money on your Marietta, GA home's carpet installation. At Select Floors, we thought it might be a good idea to let our ...

Marietta’s new Theatre In The Square just announced the 2018 schedule, so start your planning now: www.mdjonline.com by MDJ Online Staff.While you’re at it, the New Year is a perfect time to think about remodeling your home. Even a mini one will do, just change the flooring.If you’ve ever been ...

With so many available flooring options on the market, you may not know which one to pick for a home gym, from rubber to foam, vinyl to carpet, for installation in Marietta. It might even seem like a herculean task to select the ideal flooring for an exercise room. However, with this helpful guide, ...

Wow, wow, wow! Did Marietta, Ga. ever see a lot of snow this weekend! http://www.mdjonline.com by Ross Williams.In fact, Marietta Square was pretty empty this past Saturday and, although some thought the combination of snow and Christmas decorations was just too pretty to ignore, the reports of ...

Hiring a carpet installation service for your Marietta home is a very big decision that shouldn't be taken lightly. The potential consequences of making the wrong choice can be devastating, both emotionally and financially. Luckily, there are a few things you can ask before you hire a carpet ...

What do real estate and pets have in common? A professional carpet installation, that’s what! We’ll explain further in this post but, meanwhile, take a look at this adorable event in Marietta: www.mdjonline.com by MDJ staff.The reason pets and carpet installation have commonality is because ...

Isn’t it nice to read a story that’s only focused on good news?That’s what you get here in the Marietta, GA patch, including best restaurants, best holiday destinations, a deer rescue, Atlanta’s end to veteran homelessness and more: www.patch.com by Deb Belt.Marietta’s Select Floors has even more, ...

These days, many people enjoy a good old-fashioned do-it-yourself project. You can find an array of project ideas any day on social media sites such as Pinterest. Along with household projects, certain flooring materials are even making their way into the DIY arena.However, in your Marietta home, ...