westchester carpet store: When is the best time to install new Flooring in Westchester NY? - 10/06/10 06:45 AM
When is the best time to install new Flooring in Westchester NY?  The answer to this one is simple...Right before you move in!  The time after your closing but before your move-in is by far the best time to update the flooring in your new home.  It is faster, easier, less messy and less expensive.  No brainer.
Oh, and by the way, I think there is some statistic that shows that 70% of new homeowners need to change some sort of flooring.  (I have to find this source)...So all you realtors, make sure you have a good flooring person you can … (3 comments)

westchester carpet store: It's getting cold...time to start your fall home improvement projects in Westchester NY - 10/04/10 11:54 PM
It's getting cold...time to start your fall home improvement projects in Westchester NY and Fairfield CT.
Brrr.  That's all I have to say from yesterday.  Wow, what a change from the last week.  As the weather turns, it's a signal that it's time to get those fall home improvement projects underway.  Here in Westchester NY and Fairfield CT, this is our busy time of year to get your projects done.  We have so many customers looking to make their home look beautiful for the holidays.
Well now is the time to start...and, try to make your decisions quickly.  Don't forget that … (12 comments)

westchester carpet store: Patterned Carpets - Not your grandmother's carpet - 09/18/10 11:05 PM
Patterned Carpets - Not your grandmother's carpet.  Carpets have really come a long way.  By far, the fastest growing segment is the patterned carpets (or  tone-on-tone carpets - a combo of looped and cut).  I love these carpets because they create visual intrigue without adding lots of color.  This enables you to still add color on the walls, window treatments and pillows.
Here are a few examples.  Please note they do come in lighter colors, but these don't photograph well.
  
Some of my customers prefer geometric designs such as these:
   
Others like a more abstract look:
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westchester carpet store: When should you use a carpet runner for your steps? - 09/10/10 04:17 AM
When should you use a carpet runner for your steps?  First, let me clarify what a carpet runner is - it's when you install carpet on the steps, but you leave some space at the ends so you can see the ends of the hardwood (see below).

So why do people add runners?  There are 3 main reasons:  1) decoration 2) safety and, 3) reduce creaking.
1.  Using a carpet runner for decoration.    If these are your front steps, and especially if they can be seen from your entryway, it is one of the first things your guests (or potential buyers) see.  … (19 comments)

westchester carpet store: How well does your carpet hold up to stains? - 08/30/10 08:36 AM
When it comes to carpets, stain protection is important. In fact, its often the primary reason that carpets need to be replaced. Well Shaw has recently upgraded their stain protection. Not only is it applied to carpet before its tufted (so it’s good from root to tip), but now they warranty their carpets even longer.
To demonstrate the point of resistant their carpets are to stains, they created the world’s largest pie throwing contest. Check out how this carpet survives.
 
It’s quite impressive. Personally, I love Shaw carpets. They have so many soft and pretty ones. And, as you can … (6 comments)

 
Debbie Gartner, The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers (The Flooring Girl)

Debbie Gartner

The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

White Plains, NY

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My name is Debbie Gartner, and I'm known as The Flooring Girl. I blog about flooring - hardwood, refinishing, and carpet as well as painting and home decor. I'm also the Owner of Dynamo Marketers. I'm a blog stylist and coach.

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