Flooring Selection

A few things to consider when choosing a floor.

There are three main considerations in selecting flooring: usage, budget and style. First, make sure the flooring is appropriate for the area where it will be installed — carpet in the bathroom is not ideal. Next, consider pricing and find a floor that fits your budget. From there, it's a matter of aesthetics as you select a style and color that realizes your unique vision. Learn more about selecting the right carpet, tile, hardwood, vinyl, or laminate.

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Flooring Installation

Follow these tips for a painless installation.

At Floor King, we use the best installers in the business. Here are a few tips to make sure your flooring installation goes as smoothly as possible.

  1. Determine who will be responsible for moving the furniture.
  2. Ask about the disposal of your existing flooring.
  3. Make sure seams are installed in less visible areas.
  4. Provide an adequate supply of fresh air during the installation.

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Flooring Maintenance

Keep your floors looking like new.

Unfortunately, modern science has yet to develop a maintenance-free floor. However, by following a few simple suggestions, you can keep your floors looking good.

  1. Vacuum frequently. This keeps dirt from getting embedded.
  2. Attend to spot stains quickly. Blot spills with a towel or napkin, apply a solvent if necessary and then gently rinse the area with water.
  3. Hire a professional cleaner at least once every two years.

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Flooring Resources

Everything you ever wanted to know about flooring. And more.

For more flooring insight, visit these websites:

CarpetOne.com — Our partnership with the largest floorcovering cooperative in North America, Carpet One Floor & Home, allows us to offer the largest selection of flooring in the area as well as the best prices.

Carpet One Finance Pre-Approval

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Flooring FAQs and Q&A

When it comes to floors, we're total know-it-alls.


Q: I have a really tough stain and nothing seems to work! Got any ideas?!
A: Plenty! Whether it's wine, wax, mustard or mascara, you'll find all the answers you need in Carpet One's Stain Removal Guide.

Q: I'm having trouble picturing what my selection will look like in my home. Can you help?
A: You bet! With Carpet One's Visualize My Floor feature, you can upload a photo of your room and see what it would look like with your new floor!

Q: Is there any way I can order a sample?
A: Absolutely! On CarpetOne.com, you can order samples and even complete your purchase — all from the comfort of your home.

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Have a flooring question that wasn't addressed above? Ask a Floor King expert.

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