Carpet:
-Pros: Carpet can add a lot of character to any room, with its large variety of textures and colors makes it a great choice for anyone wanting to be creative. Able to be used in any floor level since temperatures will not expand the fibers. Unlike other flooring carpet is very flexible with home location, in other words if you live in a place with a lot of movement (structure wise) carpet would be a great choice. For those of you that have a hard time with carpet because of your allergies there are carpets that are specific to your problems.
-Cons: As most of us know, carpet is difficult to maintain and clean. You have it clean one day and the next its dirty once more. Although very beautiful, one stain can ruin the look of any carpet. Since most carpet is absorbent one spill could end up leaving a permanent stain.
Carpet has become less popular in the last years and has been struggling to keep up with most other floor types. The reason is that most people get tired of having to maintain it. Carpet becomes such a hassle without proper care, but new ways of carpet productions has made carpet much easier to maintain. What throws people off though is the price of them. Many don't know that even though it comes at a higher price, many companies offer low installation services that make up the difference. Such carpets are much durable and water resistant that others of a cheaper price.
Carpet Styles Tips:
Keep in mind many carpets have different styles, in other words the way the carpet fibers are made up. Knowing this will help you better understand what you are looking for since each have a different feel. Each carpet also has a density which signifies how much fibers are within a certain area, the more density the better the carpet. Depending at where you shops ask questions about each individual style, inform them about the foot traffic the floor will be enduring, and if you have pets certain carpets would not suit.
Things to Consider:
1.Look for stain protection with R2X® technology. I've seen this stuff first hand, unlike most other carpets this is very resistant to water. Unlike most other protection where they are just covered on top this is build right into the fibers, both top and bottom.
2. Carpet padding is also key, the more expensive the better. Most premium padding will prevent stains from reappearing over and over again after times of cleaning. Ask about your options and the advantages.
3. If you have a mobile home carpet will probably be a good choice since they are susceptible to movement.
4. If a carpet plan is available consider the option, many companies will not back up your warranty if the proper care is not taken. Most of the time self cleaning will void the warranty.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Flooring Installation Tips (Part One)
Floor installation is a great way to make any place look new and refreshed. With many options available picking which floor is best for your home can be a long and tedious process. I see many people rush into a project not taking into account the specifics of each floor type.
Flooring Options
1. Carpet
2. Vynol
3. Laminate
4. Hardwood
5. Tile
Each Floor type has there own subcategories and knowing what is available for each floor type can end up being the defining factor for your final decision. Remember, don't rush into it, take your time to understand each floor type. In my next post I'm going to explain the pros, cons, and what is available for each floor type and give tips depending on the locations of the installation.
Flooring Options
1. Carpet
2. Vynol
3. Laminate
4. Hardwood
5. Tile
Each Floor type has there own subcategories and knowing what is available for each floor type can end up being the defining factor for your final decision. Remember, don't rush into it, take your time to understand each floor type. In my next post I'm going to explain the pros, cons, and what is available for each floor type and give tips depending on the locations of the installation.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
College Tips!!!
1. Have all your finances in order and understand your financial ad. This is very important.
2. Bring what is actually needed from home, don't over do it because you will later regret it.
3. FOR PARENTS: Limit you child's credit card limits.
4. FOOD: invent new recipes when in college, be the creative person you and don't be afraid to experiment with food.
5. Find a job... boooo, but its needed to make it easier finacially
6.No drama, drama affects your grades.
7. Stay healthy, don't be the person that gains 500 pounds the first year in college.
8. Party, a little or less then what you use to. Remember you are there to learn.
9. Sleep when you can, who cares what people say about that guy always sleeping in the library... He can't hear you so it is SAFE!!!
10. Find that comfort zone in the middle of all this
Go for it people!!!
2. Bring what is actually needed from home, don't over do it because you will later regret it.
3. FOR PARENTS: Limit you child's credit card limits.
4. FOOD: invent new recipes when in college, be the creative person you and don't be afraid to experiment with food.
5. Find a job... boooo, but its needed to make it easier finacially
6.No drama, drama affects your grades.
7. Stay healthy, don't be the person that gains 500 pounds the first year in college.
8. Party, a little or less then what you use to. Remember you are there to learn.
9. Sleep when you can, who cares what people say about that guy always sleeping in the library... He can't hear you so it is SAFE!!!
10. Find that comfort zone in the middle of all this
Go for it people!!!
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A better you
Where to start...
1. Understand the kind of person you really are, look at past relationships. Were you the good person you think you where.
2. Change your way of living and open up to new things, break bad habits that will get in the way of your relationship.
3. Find new hobbies to replace bad habits that will eventually open new doors in your life.
4. Set goals for yourself, exercise if possible to make your body happy.
New and Different... If you feel happy with the new changes find different ways to socialize with new people, don't drop your old friends if possible.
1. Open up new places in your live, talk to people everywhere you go, smile more if you can. It may brighten up someones days. Maybe it won't to some but at least you tried ;).
2. Make yourself approachable to others, first impressions are big impressions. You may be a really good person but if you appearance intimidates people it will become difficult to open new doors.
3. Offer your help to close friends and make them know you're a new you. Not a different person, but a better self.
How it ends... This is up to you, one can only give advice on making your life a bit better. Heal your body and mind, and make the best of yourself. If anything, try...
1. Understand the kind of person you really are, look at past relationships. Were you the good person you think you where.
2. Change your way of living and open up to new things, break bad habits that will get in the way of your relationship.
3. Find new hobbies to replace bad habits that will eventually open new doors in your life.
4. Set goals for yourself, exercise if possible to make your body happy.
New and Different... If you feel happy with the new changes find different ways to socialize with new people, don't drop your old friends if possible.
1. Open up new places in your live, talk to people everywhere you go, smile more if you can. It may brighten up someones days. Maybe it won't to some but at least you tried ;).
2. Make yourself approachable to others, first impressions are big impressions. You may be a really good person but if you appearance intimidates people it will become difficult to open new doors.
3. Offer your help to close friends and make them know you're a new you. Not a different person, but a better self.
How it ends... This is up to you, one can only give advice on making your life a bit better. Heal your body and mind, and make the best of yourself. If anything, try...
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