Tackling the Split-Level Staircase Dilemma with Luxury Vinyl Plank

luxury vinyl plank flooring installed on a staircase in a split-level Metro Atlanta area home

Split-level homes built throughout Metro Atlanta from the 1960s through the 1980s have a distinct layout that places stairs at the very center of daily life. Walking through the front door of a traditional split-foyer in Marietta or Roswell usually means immediately facing two short flights of stairs. These high-traffic steps connect the main living…

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Coordinating Stairs with New Hardwood or Vinyl Floors in Metro Atlanta Remodels

hardwood on main stairway in luxury home in Metro Atlanta

Traditional multi-level homes in neighborhoods like East Cobb and historic Marietta often feature grand staircases that sit directly inside the front entryway. When you replace the flooring on your main level with new hardwood or luxury vinyl, these stairs become an immediate design challenge. A staircase is a highly visible structural element, but matching it…

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How the Right Flooring Can Save Your Spring in Georgia

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If you live in Georgia, you know that “The Yellow Blur” is more than just a season—it’s an atmospheric takeover. For a few weeks every year, a thick layer of pine pollen coats every car, porch, and sidewalk in sight. But the real challenge isn’t what’s outside; it’s the pollen that hitches a ride into…

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LVP vs. Georgia Red Clay: Which Vinyl Textures Are Easiest to Clean?

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Anyone who lives in Georgia knows that “Red Clay” isn’t just a type of soil—it’s a lifestyle. It finds its way into the treads of sneakers, onto the paws of dogs, and ultimately, onto your beautiful new floors. If you are choosing Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) for its durability, you also need to consider which…

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The Silent Floor: Why Integrated Underlayment is the Unsung Hero of Modern Vinyl

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When people shop for new floors, they usually focus on what they can see: the color, the grain, and the plank width. But at Select Floors, we know that the most important part of your floor might be the part you never actually see. If you’ve ever walked across a “click-lock” floor that sounded hollow,…

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Beyond the “Plastic” Look: How to Choose Realistic Vinyl That Fools the Neighbors

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There was a time when “vinyl flooring” was synonymous with shiny, thin sheets that looked—and felt—distinctly like plastic. If you haven’t looked at flooring in the last few years, you are in for a shock. Today’s Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) is a master of disguise, frequently leaving even seasoned interior designers guessing whether they are…

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The “Red Clay” Clean-up: The Best Vinyl Textures for Georgia Mud

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If you live in Georgia, you know the “Red Clay Struggle.” It’s vibrant, it’s iconic, and it is remarkably talented at hitching a ride on soccer cleats, paws, and Golden Retriever fur right into your living room. For many Marietta families, the dream of a beautiful floor often crashes into the reality of a muddy…

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