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Design, décor and more . . .

FINDING YOUR WAY HOME The Realtor-Home Buyer Connection. www.fabulousfloorsmagazine.com

Knowledge is Power

New from Fabulous Floors Magazine: Realtor Classes with Fabulous Floors CertifiedTM BUILD YOUR SKILLS Let’s face it, as Realtors we all have to play an advisory role sometime during the course of the Realtor — Home buyer relationship.

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”

Benjamin Franklin

Our customers perceive us as having the answers about the properties we show them.

However, this is often with little knowledge of current flooring trends and product information.

Consumers and retailers are welcome!

CEU credits available; check schedule.

For times and dates of classes and to sign up, go to, https://gcar.com/education/ For more information and detail on classes, call Lisbeth Calandrino, 518.495.5380.

2019 Classes Include* • Retrofitting Commercial Flooring • Learn How Flooring Affects Home Sales • The Value of Historic Homes • Aging in Place

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elcome to Fabulous Floors’ 15th year of publication! As I sit back and reflect, I am truly inspired by the paths

that have brought us here, excited about the journey ahead and enthused by the roads we have traveled along the way.

Drawing from my personal experience as a flooring retailer and integrating that with my knowledge of consumer needs and wants, made a partnership with Realtors an exceptionally easy choice for to make. Fabulous Floors Magazine is providing classes for Realtors to become Fabulous Floors Certified™.

We are excited to present in this issue, Finding Your Way Home, a section dedicated to helping YOU with your home buying/selling process. This section includes articles written

by Realtors, flooring products that will be best suited for your lifestyle, and if you are a Realtor and would like to sign up for classes in 2019, the information is provided on the page to the left.

Connecting Realtors with local flooring retailers has been a Win! Win! Win!... for Realtors, retailers and YOU the Homebuyer.

Fabulous Floors has been and will remain devoted to providing innovation and creative design ideas for you to incorporate into your own home. Look for color trends, new products in flooring and walls, the latest style trends, and more.

Look for additions and newsletters, and connect with us on social media.

Got an idea? Contact me at margo@fabulousfloorsmag.com

On the cover: Dream Weaver PureColor® carpet and REVOTEC™ waterproof flooring, both from Engineered Floors.

Margo Locust Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

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WOOD INTRIGUE

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Generations of American Hardwoods are joined by exotic new species from far corners of the world.

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LIFE OF THE PARTY WOOD FLOORS During the holidays and the days to follow, homes are a lot like people. Both need style and stamina to survive.

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Six unique themes make up the Colormix® Color Forecast master palette.

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MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE

It is the go-to brand in composite waterproof flooring because of the assortment of decors, visuals, plank widths and lengths, alongside its patented construction.

FINDING YOUR WAY HOME It’s Personal... A good Realtor helps you find your HOME.

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THE FLOORING FASHION FUTURE The end of vinyl as you know it!

Fashion loves function. Featuring Mannington laminate collections.

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COME HOME TO CARPET Think of the colors, patterns, textures and sensuous softness of carpet!

CORK AND BAMBOO The “other” woods.

HERWIN-WILLIAMS 2019 COLOR TRENDS S REFLECT HUMAN TOUCH

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A CLOSER LOOK AT WATERPROOF FLOORING Luxury vinyl flooring (LVF) is a relatively new term that encompasses luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) and luxury vinyl planks (LVP).

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49 LIFE OF THE PARTY WATERPROOF FLOORS Mannington’s high-style ADURA®MaxAPEX Aspen is beautifully worry-free.

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LUNADA BAY Japanese-inspired collection of ceramic tiles Shinju Mirai, brings together unconnected elements in art and architecture to create refined, transformative designs.

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QUICK BATHROOM FIXES TO HELP SELL YOUR HOME If you don’t have the budget for a total bathroom remodel, you can do a lot without spending big bucks

56 VENTURE INTO A WORLD OF ARTISTRY AND ELEGANCE WITH ENCHANTHDP FROM FLORIDA TILE. Enchant’s sophistication level, married with its finishes and various shapes, make it idealfor residential as well as commercial installations.

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here is hardly a flooring more unique than wood. First, no two pieces are ever alike. Next, wood grain is unique from

species to species, tree to tree and cutting to cutting.

Now there’s a whole new world of wood beyond the traditional oak and maple. And finally, there’s what you can do designing with wood—well, it’s uniquely a matter of imagination.

Don’t forget… Wood is a color too! From the blonde and soft butter creams to the smoky and dark coffee oaks to the many

Generations of American Hardwoods are joined by exotic new species from far corners of the world.

shades of greys that replicate reclaimed and vintage woods.

Now, there is a whole new palette of natural wood available in shades, tones and character influenced by exotics from undiscovered corners of the world. ❚

Wood Intrigue Mohawk Ageless Allure 5" engineered hardwood flooring

How do I clean my hardwood floor?

There are some very basic things you can do to prolong the “just installed” beauty of your floor.

Mats, outside and inside doorways, will make the biggest difference because you’ll leave grit and dirt particles outside, where they belong. When you have a spill, wipe it up with a paper towel as soon as you can.

For daily cleaning, just use a microfiber mop. For large rooms, buy the widest one you can find. Spots that need some extra attention can be cleaned with the same mop, sprayed with a good hardwood floor cleaner available in flooring specialty and home improvement stores. Please don’t wet mop your floor. Moisture will enter in between the planks in spite of the tight fit, causing the wood and core to swell or warp. A damp towel or rag is OK to use.

When you vacuum, turn off the beater brush. It can scratch your floor, even if you have a handscraped or wire-brushed finish.

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uring the holidays and the days to follow, homes are a lot like people. Both need style and stamina to survive. Man-

nington helps your home impress without duress with floors like this…

From Mannington

Life of The Party WOOD Floors During the holidays and the days to follow, homes are a lot like people. Both need style and stamina to survive.

Norwegian Oak Made in the USA The Nordic influence on interiors continues with its abundance of light and simplicity. Norwegian Oak encapsulates this trend

The Nordic influence on interiors continues with its abundance of light and simplicity.

with a unique light color palette combined with subtly wire brushed graining and a stylish matte finish. It is a wide width look that is right on trend and will enhance any home decor.

People — and pets — can party hearty on a Norwegian Oak hardwood floor, shown here in color Glacier. A modern Nordic look that creates a calm, restful feel, this floor is crafted with crafted with Mannington’s ScratchResist® surface protection that creates a surface so tough it wears away the ridge on a quarter. ❚ Number One 2019

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The American Hickory Collection is a beautiful, rustic species available in three rich hues and offered in 4 3/4 inch wide planks. The natural grains and colors of this species create a warm and cozy setting in any environment. American Hickory is manufactured to the highest standards using an eco-friendly Treffert ® finish with aluminum oxide. As with all Choice Hardwoods’, American Hickory comes with a lifetime structural warranty and a 25-year finish warranty.

FEATURES • Artisan Hand-Scraped • High Density Fiber Core

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Construction Engineered with HDF Core Joint Type Valinge 2G Locking Syste Species North American Hickory Janka 1820

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PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND ADDITIONAL HARDWOOD SERIES!

800.872.8426 | www.HEALTHIERCHOICE.com

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ork is the other wood with countless, diverse uses, including flooring, where it has performed admirably and beau-

Cork…

The Other Wood

tifully, in some cases for more than 100 years. Over the last decade, cork has enjoyed a well-deserved rediscovery based on its allure and environmental responsibility.

Raw cork is harvested from protected, 50-to-100-year-old, farm-grown trees, mostly in Portugal. Only the bark, source of the cork, is harvested. How that material is processed determines whether cork becomes a wine stopper, bulletin board or your next floor.

Cork is naturally moisture, mold and pest resistant, antibacterial and flame retardant.

It’s a warm, comfortable, resilient surface, gentle underfoot, and it’s a thermal and acoustical insulator.

Cork flooring is easy to clean and maintain, and new products come with longer warranties. Quality brands often can be refinished. It’s a healthy flooring choice and a good investment.

When properly maintained, cork will last for generations. ❚

Design it with cork! Cork flooring from APC adorns this gathering space. Cork has many colors and patterns as shown here in just a few of the options from APC Cork.

Cork is naturally moisture, mold and pest resistant, antibacterial and flame retardant.

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ere’s a bit of a riddle. It looks like wood and acts like a hardwood. It can be installed like wood flooring. It’s very

Bamboo to YOU!

stable and moisture resistant. It’s a fast, self-renewing natural resource. It can be colored without stains. And it’s one of the fastest growing flooring products on the market. Give up?

Don’t. It’s a grass — bamboo, to you!

Cut into long strips after harvesting, bamboo flooring is produced like plywood, with multiple laminated layers precision-cut to create tongue-and-groove planks. It is that engineered wood construction which makes bamboo very dimensionally stable and less likely to cup and wrap.

Because of its stability and with the strength of red oak and hardness of red maple, bamboo makes an excellent “wood” choice either above or below grade installation. Bamboo can be glued to concrete, stapled to a wood sub floor or floated.

Although it is dimensionally stable, bamboo should not be exposed to high moisture. To ensure a trouble free installation, it should be unboxed and acclimated in your home.

From a design standpoint, bamboo is naturally light in color except for the “knuckles,” as the growth segments are called, which have a darker, mottled look. It is the distinctive knuckles that give bamboo its slightly Eastern look. Many darker colors can be achieved through a heat and pressure process called caramelization. The longer the heat and pressure, the darker the colors. Because this process is not a stain, the color is permanent. ❚

BAMBOO TIPS • Consider an area rug with your bamboo floors, for example, natural woven grass, sisal and coir which will add to that Eastern or natural look, as well as add to “lighter feel” of the floor.

• Bamboo should be cleaned with a non-alkaline substance, no water or oils. Usually sold pre-finished, bamboo can also be purchased in an unfinished form and can be sanded and re-finished by a professional familiar with bamboo.

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Mannington laminate collections have won more awards for styling and performance than any other

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A Marriage of Convenience…

Fashion loves Function

wood and tile looks and is one of the most

durable and environmentally friendly floors you can buy. Its simple glueless “click” installation method along with its 70 percent + recycled content makes this flooring a “go to” option for the environmentally conscious DIY’er.

Mannington laminate collections have won more awards for styling and performance than any other... over two dozen in the past five years!

And laminate offers advantages over the other flooring types — the exact ones it’s designed to resemble:

Restoration Collection.

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Mannington laminate offers the most realistic wood and tile looks and is one of the most durable and environmentally friendly floors you can buy Check out the Restoration Collection, a stunning combination of Mannington’s award winning technology and refined rustic hardwood looks.

Inspired by the always in style European White Oak, Fairhaven is a laminate wood visual floor that creates a comfortable and classy feel. The 8" wide plank and the warm undertones of the grain are a winning combination.

Revolutions Plank features the ‘best of the best’ in laminate: state of the art technologies for realism, durability and texture; a wide variety of looks, from rough and rustic to sleek and exotic; and a line full of award-winning designs... with NatureForm Optix technology, micro-beveling and narrow 5" widths, combines the look and feel of natural wood with the performance of laminate. ❚

Revolutions Plank.

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ibrant, yet mellow PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embraces us with warmth and nour-

ishment to provide comfort and buoyancy in our continually shifting environment.

Sociable and spirited, the engaging nature of PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral welcomes and encourages lighthearted activity. Symbolizing our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression.

Representing the fusion of modern life, PAN-

Announcing the Pantone Color of the Year 2019: Pantone 16-1546 Living Coral An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge

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TONE Living Coral is a nurturing color that appears in our natural surroundings and at the same time, displays a lively presence within social media.

PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral emits the desired, familiar, and energizing aspects of color found in nature. In its glorious, yet unfortunately more elusive, display beneath the sea, this vivifying and effervescent color mesmerizes the eye and mind. Lying at the center of our naturally vivid and chromatic ecosystem, PANTONE Living Coral is evocative of how coral reefs provide shelter to a diverse kaleidoscope of color. â?š

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Finding Your Way Home It’s Personal The Home Buyer/Realtor Connection It’s so much more than just selling houses...

A good Realtor helps you find your HOME.

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Flooring can be a major expense when buying a house.

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f REALTORS® share the knowledge they gain in

be a valuable game changer for your home pur-

a flooring certified class, as a potential home

chase or sale. Giving you insight into floor condi-

buyer, you can make an informed decision on the

tions and what it would take to replace them on

best return for your investment.

both the purchase and selling of a home.

When it comes to flooring don’t assume any-

In the pages to follow; you will find valuable

thing. It used to be, that wood floors could never

information about things you might be unsure

be installed below grade, or that resilient was lim-

about like; flooring types, buying your first home

ited in its design ability and that light colored car-

even selling your home, and more. ❚

pet should be avoided. Technology and manufacturing have dispelled those myths.

Times have changed.

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your

certified

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Realtor is up-to-date on flooring technologies.

Today, natural, renewable sources that are sustainable or have a low environmental impact are a driving force of the flooring market. The industry is focusing on “green” materials and environmental responsibility. Flooring manufacturers have been successful in reducing the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

This has resulted in major changes in the way floor coverings are produced, in an effort to create healthier homes.

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Putting our best foot forward 2018 was a year of growth: From the expansion of our manufacturing plant to the addition of hard surfaces to our family of brands, every change has made us stronger for you. We’re proud to be invited into the spaces where life’s big moments happen. And we look forward to being the foundation for many more in 2019.

Want to see what we’ve been up to?

Visit us at Surfaces booth 1709 and DOMOTEX USA booth 711. See you there! engineeredfloors.com

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hat a good question! After all, there is more data available to us today than ever before. We can find out ev-

erything about a property; the neighborhood, the schools, the taxes, we can even see the furniture in the backyard from a satellite! With all that information, a Realtor seems superfluous, and unnecessary to buy or sell. Right?

Seems reasonable, but it’s not so easy. The information one can get today is ... data. It is no more than that, it’s raw data.

Rory O’Connor, GRI

It’s not always accurate, it’s not always truthful, and it offers no

Saratoga Real Property. Inc.

real local perspective. That fact alone justifies the use of a professional Realtor to buy, or sell, a home. There are many other

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reasons to use a REALTOR®, some of which may surprise you.

A Realtor can provide real knowledge, understanding and expertise of the local market which the buyer can’t get from raw data, or from the owner, who as a Seller, may have a vested interest in not telling the whole truth. The train whistles at 2 and 4 am... the neighbor’s dog that barks all day ... the internet doesn’t know these little things, nor could it find out.

Now, as an Owner, the same things apply; just because you’ve lived there, just because the neighbor down the street sold his or her house for X$, does not mean your home is worth the same or more. A Realtor’s job is to know the market; and ... understand it, and the fact it changes daily.

There are a multitude of things that transpire in the buying/selling of a home that the internet cannot provide, because

Rory O’Connor began his real estate career in 1985, after a successful corporate career in consumer marketing, as well as running his own consulting business. Beginning with a small firm, he soon moved to RE/MAX in Saratoga, where he was a top agent, and earned his GRI designation. In 1996, he founded Saratoga Real Property, Inc. Specializing in personal service to his clients, the firm grew and was selected as the marketing and construction management firm that built “The Village at Saratoga,” one of the most successful sub-divisions of its time. Rory has served actively for years on various GCAR committees, including the Grievance, Professional Standards, and Education. He also served on the CRMLS Board for several years. After completing his ITI Designation Course, he now enjoys teaching at GCAR’s school. He currently serves as a GCAR Director, and was recently named a NYSAR Director by GCAR.

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it can’t talk to you about your goals, aspirations, financial situation, short & long term plans, family situation, wants, needs, etc., If you want to buy a home and think you can afford it a REALTOR® can, and will help you determine if your thoughts are correct, and then answer all your questions. What about resale value in the area... is the neighborhood gentrifying?

Going backward instead of forward? A cheap house doesn’t mean it’s a bargain.

To a Seller, the Realtor is even more important. Selling today is a complex undertaking, and as such, requires expertise and knowledge of all the obstacles that may arise dur-

ing the process. Realtors can point out all these

a significant responsibility a Realtor has to their

things, make suggestions as to what the house

clien — be they buyer or seller.

may need, or not need, explain the whole process, assist with pricing, the list goes on and on.

What a Realtor does for their clients, after the contract is signed, is the most essential task in the

There is also an unfortunate reality, that in

process. The Realtor makes certain all the required

our world today, there is a lack of ... integrity.

the inspections are done on time, they provide the

Without using a REALTOR® there is no guaran-

lawyers, bankers, loan officers, appraisers, and

tee of integrity or honesty, no third party to try

the clients, with all the information they require.

and help keep everything above board. If you opt

The REALTOR® has the knowledge and experience

to sell it yourself, you

to handle these various

can probably price it,

aspects of the trans-

stage it well, market it

action that must be

and probably get lots

completed, to assure a

of traffic — but, the

proper, timely closing.

internet won’t tell you

REALTORS® nego-

if the traffic are quali-

tiate and manage the

fied buyers or potential

transaction from begin-

thieves, not everyone

ning to the end. In

is a qualified prospect.

most cases the Realtor

If they walk through

knows the most about

the door with a REALTOR®, as a Seller you can be

the deal. When the question comes up at the clos-

assured they have been vetted as buyers and are

ing table, when there is a piece of paper missing,

qualified to buy your home.

it is often the Realtor who has the answer or the

As a buyer, a home listed by a Realtor has also

needed paperwork.

been looked at with knowledgeable eyes, and as

The Realtor has the global picture of the trans-

such, offers both buyer and seller a better chance

action from beginning to end, and is committed

to buy/sell the home. Having a Realtor on your

to their clients’ best interest by their professional-

side, be your buyer or seller is a wise way to go

ism, and adherence to the Realtor’s Code of Eth-

and reduces your risks substantially.

ics, a unique set of standards established by Real-

The most important reason to use a Realtor to buy or sell is one that is rarely thought of, and is

tors for the benefit of all consumers, both buyers and sellers. ❚

The Realtor has the global picture of the transaction from beginning to end, and is committed to their clients’ best interest by their professionalism, and adherence to the Realtor’s Code of Ethics …

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here are so many benefits to owning a house. Home ownership brings a lot of freedom that you don’t necessarily

have when you rent. For me, one of the biggest advantages of owning a home is having the liberty to completely trans-

Photo: Elizabeth Cardella

form our space. Other advantages we enjoy are certain tax benefits, belonging to a tight neighborhood community, and building equity.

Aside from having your very own place to plant roots, the

Maggie Fromm

biggest advantage to owning a house is not paying your land-

Real Estate Salesperson at

lord’s mortgage. What do I mean by that? Living in an apart-

Miranda Real Estate Group Inc.

ment (or renting a house) means you pay a monthly fee to stay a landlord’s residence. Your landlord will then use your rent to

Renting vs Owning

pay down the mortgage on the property you live in, therefore building equity in that property.

When you purchase a house you are making a smart investment. Unlike renters, homeowners build equity over time. On most mortgages, a portion of each monthly payment goes toward the loan’s interest. The remainder pays down its principal. (Your lender’s amortization schedule shows the exact proportions, which change over time, for each month’s payment.)

Every dollar you put toward your loan’s principal represents a dollar of equity—actual ownership of the property.

Maggie Fromm is the face and voice behind Honestly Maggie, a lifestyle blog created in 2012 with her love for DIY projects and home interiors. In 2014 she and her husband Brandon purchased the ultimate DIY project: Their house! They are currently living there as they finish a total gut and renovation.

Maggie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting & Film from the State University of New York at Oswego and is a full time Real Estate Salesperson at Miranda Real Estate Group Inc. since 2015.

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Aside from having your very own place to plant roots, the biggest advantage to owning a house is not paying your landlord’s mortgage.

Take a look at the chart below. You can quickly add up how much can be spent on rent per year. The sum of rent spent over 1–5 years and beyond if saved, could be used as a down payment. In some cases if you have been renting for 5 or more years, you could have purchased a small house by now.

Of course there are benefits to renting too. There are so many reasons why someone would rent as opposed to owning a house. Brandon and I rented an apartment for over 3 years before we bought our house. When you rent, you have no responsibility to maintain the building. It’s incredibly convenient. Renting is great if you aren’t sure how long you want to live in an area before relocating. Many landlords will even include utility costs in the rent which is one less thing to pay every month. There is less risk involved when you rent. It’s a trade off.

Renting an apartment is a great for a short term. However, purchasing a house will more than likely benefit you long term because home ownership yields a return on your investment. If you aren’t sure you’re ready to buy a house, talk to your financial advisor before taking the the next step. ❚

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The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies recently published a report with stunning statistics on housing and aging. By 2035, one in three U.S. households, versus today’s one in five, will be headed by someone 65 or older.

This will also mean an American population with one in five people over 65—almost 80 million people—up from one in seven today. That’s an increase of more than 30 million people over the next 20 years.

Why Aging in Place M Could Be the Right Solution

any older adults prefer to remain in their homes, where they can continue to be part of their community and

friends. Moving to a nursing home often brings a loss of friends, pets and sentimental objects they have collected over the years.

This loss can produce severe depression, and hasten the onset of age related dementia. Staying at home helps seniors maintain their independence, and allows them to sustain a better quality of life.

Assistive technology is a term now popularly used to refer to

adaptive, assistive or rehabilitation products, or devices designed towards providing greater independence to those with disabilities or limited abilities, typically caused by the aging process.

The aging in place movement continues to grow so has the places in which to live.

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What to consider if you are thinking of staying in your own home: ● What will you need to make your home accessible? Does your bedroom need to be moved from upstairs to downstairs or will you put in a stair lift? ● What will you need to change to make your home safe? Will you need outside stair rails, do the stairs need to be changed, or should you move to a basement apartment? ● Do you have any chronic diseases that you will need additional help with? Will the disease require you to have additional home help? Would

Staying at home helps seniors maintain their independence and allows them to sustain a better quality of life.

this person need to live in your home? Do you have the room for them? ● Should you be moving to a home where everything can be on one floor? What type of modifications will you need to your kitchen and bathroom? Are the halls and doorways wide enough to allow a wheelchair? Do you have lever-style handles on faucets and doors that are easy to open?

People who want to remain at home are making adjustments to their homes while still in their 50s.

Although no one wants to think about aging, it is something we will all have to face. For more information on what you can do to make your home “age friendly,” http://aginginplace.com/. ❚ Number One 2019

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Introduction What you need to know to be smart about your flooring in your new or existing home. Being able to describe your lifestyle and knowing what questions to ask when buying a new home makes you a truly savvy shopper. However, your Realtor can provide additional information that is unique to the property you are looking at. Below and on the pages to follow will present several product categories with their main benefits together with major considerations and general questions you may want to discuss with your Realtor or agent. Your Realtor can provide answers to these questions and more.

Dreamweaver Polyester Carpet Carpet/PureColor

rior carpet fiber. But it all starts with a superior

Homeowners today live busy lives. Taking kids

carpet fiber.

to practice, making sure the dog gets to the

PureColor is solution-dyed, meaning that the

groomer, or completing those “honey do” proj-

color of the carpet fiber goes all the way through,

ects are just a few of the things that the aver-

much like the orange of a carrot, as opposed to

age homeowner tackles in their day to day life.

traditional piece-dyed fibers where the color only

Worrying about stains on their carpet should

sits on top of the fiber, like the red skin of a rad-

not be one of them. Engineered Floors doesn’t

ish. This creates a more balanced look in the color

believe that it’s acceptable to have to move the

of the carpet. It also means that PureColor will

couch over a few feet to cover up that grape

not bleach from spot cleaning, doesn’t fade from

juice stain. That’s why Engineered Floors cre-

prolonged sunlight exposure, won’t wear in high

ated a proprietary fiber, PureColor. Carpet is

traffic areas, and best of all, can resist some of

many things to people. It is comfortable, quiet,

life’s harshest stains. Wine, pet stains, and mud

warm and inviting. But it all starts with a supe-

are not an issue with PureColor.

Above and at right: Dreamweaver Knockout Sage.

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Historically, solution-dyed carpet was a premium,

Pentz

something a consumer could have only if they were willing to pay for it. Modern manufacturing

Pentz Commercial Flooring Solutions features

technology and logistics keep PureColor afford-

APEX SD, a breakthrough in commercial polyes-

able for any homeowner.

ter fiber. APEX SD products feature color clarity

PureColor is an asset to any room in the home.

that lasts, with commercial-grade color fastness.

Whether installed in the living room, child’s play-

Furthermore, Pentz products are extremely resis-

room, or even a sunroom, it will perform. It’s not

tant to both water-based and oil-based stains.

a “niche” product or something that will fade

This means that you get commercial carpet, that’s

away with passing trends. It is, however, some-

durable with style to match. Best of all, it comes

thing that every homeowner can live their life

in hundreds of styles, in both broadloom, planks,

on, something that doesn’t cause stress or more

and modular tiles, to give your space a look you’ll

work, and something that helps the homeowner

love for a long time.

out when they need it most. After she simply takes a rag and any common household carpet cleaner to get out that grape juice stain we want her to say, “That’s why I bought this carpet!”

Dreamweaver Knockout Ash Grove.

At top: Pentz Bespoke Herringbone; above: Pentz Fiesta Bustle

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Revotec Revotec is a revolutionary patented waterproof, floating floor technology that perfectly mimics ceramic tile or stone. REVOTEC has an embedded realistic grout-line, and the installation is fast and easy—there is no need for backer boards, thin-set, separators, buckets, sponges, wet saws, etc. This innovative product offers a simple drop-lock-click installation that can go over most existing hard surface floors, eliminating the need for demolition. Installation can be completed in hours versus days like for regular ceramic tile or stone.

Revotec Axis Metropolitan.

Revotec Fusion Fossil (at top), Revotec Ethos Milos (above).

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Revotec Axis Haute.

Triumph Triumph offers the most comprehensive collection of engineered, waterproof flooring with a high-density, rigid core.

The product’s core has been carefully engineered to provide superior indentation resistance, dimensional stability, with a ceramic bead coating that gives it excellent scratch resistance. Consumers will also appreciate the collection’s price point options that range from opening price points to highend, luxury.

Triumph is the perfect choice for active families, with pets, in open floor plans with lots of natural light. Triumph is available in a wide range of sizes — including 6" × 48", 7" × 48", 9" × 72" and multi-width and multi-length plank— as well as a variety of on-trend colors and realistic wood visuals. Its high dimensional stability also makes it perfect for seasonal or vacation homes, meaning extreme temperatures will not Triumph Lux Haus II Shangri La.

Triumph New Standard II Key Largo.

affect the planks.

Triumph Italian Impressions Venice.

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n April of 2018, REALTORS® in New York State began to get certified in flooring through a unique program offered

Fabulous Floors Certified™ for REALTORS® in New York State

by Fabulous Floors Magazine. Fabulous Floors Magazine, and the Greater Capital Association of REALTORS® have teamed up together to offer Fabulous Floors Certified in New York State.

“We are excited this has come to fruition,” says Margo Locust, Owner and Publisher of Fabulous Floors Magazine, “imparting knowledge and flooring education has always been a cornerstone of our publication for the past 15 years.”

“After completing the two-day course and passing the test,” continued Margo, “participants will receive continuing education credits in addition to a Fabulous Floors Certified designation. As a value-add, participants are listed on pages 30 and 31, connected locally with flooring retailers. It’s a winwin for everyone!”

The classes are taught by Fabulous Floors Magazine’s Associate Publisher Lisbeth Calandrino. Lisbeth has been teaching product knowledge classes for a number of years, is prominent in the flooring industry with several professional certifications.

“The need for flooring information became evident to me,” stated Lisbeth, “after I was the keynote speaker for the Greater Capital Association of REALTORS® in Albany this past

The knowledge REALTORS® have gained, and the certification will help serve their customers’ needs best and could be a competitive game changer for their business.

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year. Many of the REALTORS® confirmed that during the sale of a property they play an advisory role. However, this is often with little knowledge of current flooring trends and product information. Unless you are dealing with it daily, it’s hard to be up-to-date on the advancements in our industry!”

“If REALTORS® share the knowledge they gained in the flooring certified class, potential home buyers can make an informed decision on the best return for their investment.”

Realtors are excited to partner with Fabulous Floors Magazine which offers continuing education credits and Fabulous Floors Certification™ as part of our Professional Development Program. It is definitely an industry first. ❚

Giving consumer’s (potential homebuyers) insight into the floor conditions and what it would take to replace them on both the purchase and selling of a home will be an invaluable tool.

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Participants in the Fabulous Floors Certified Course: Hosted by the Greater Capital Association of REALTORSÂŽ Nellie Ackerman nackerman@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS 518-452-4298 JoAnn Adamec jadamec@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway Blake 518-388-9111 Kimberly Bissonette kim@bissonetterealty.com Bissonette Realty 518-281-9006 Anthony Buttofucco buyandsellwithTonyB@gmail.com All In 1 Realty Services LLC 518-608-5262 Jason Christiana jaychristiana@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS 518-452-4298 Janice Cohen bestalbanyhomes@gmail.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Teri Cranston tcranston@kw.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Thomas Cranston imthnkfl@gmail.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Nancy Cuddihy nrc01@aol.com 213-555-5555 Toni Curley tonianncurley@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Charles Curto charlescurto@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Stephanie Cuva scuva@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS 518-452-4298

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Coty Leah Demers Coty.Demers@coldwellbankerprime.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-427-9000

Richard Gargiulo rickgargiulo@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-583-7268

Christina DePaula cdepaula@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS 518-452-4298

Thomas Garrett tomgarrett5@gmail.com Howard Hanna 518-584-0743

Lorenzo Distefano keagan@weichertfa.com 213-555-5555 Theresa Donlon Theresadonlon@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Kristine Eagan keagan@weichertfa.com Weichert Realtors Fontaine & Associates 518-439-4000 Kathleen Engle kengel@cbpp.com Alicia Everett alicia@keyologyteam.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 JoAnn Faucett Joannfaucett@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-370-3170 Margaret Fromm housesbymaggie@gmail.com Miranda Real Estate Group Inc 518-356-1701 David Fyfe david22866@gmail.com Bird Realty 518-723-2104 Elizabeth Gabeloff egabeloff@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway Blake 518-371-8040 Lorraine Gagne lsggem@gmail.com United Business Services 518-469-7227 Paula Gaies paulagaies@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-456-0400

Dawn Girard dawngirard.neudeckerrealty outlook.com Neudecker Realty 518-279-0500 Christine Glogowski chrisglogowski@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-427-9000 Amy Hallenbeck amyhallenbeck74@gmail.com Olmstead Real Estate Grp Inc. 518-608-6622 Heather Hamlin Martin heather@hhmrealestate.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Mary Hannan mhannan@kw.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Kathleen Hauser hauser.kt@gmail.com Roohan Realty 518-587-4500 Melanie Jakway sjakway1@nycap.rr.com C M Fox, LLC 518-861-7030 Reema Jandali reemajandali@yahoo.com Jandali Realty 518-271-1100 Judy Kaiser jkaiser@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway Blake 518-371-8040 Katherine King kking.Realtor@outlook.com Equitas Realty 518-584-9990

Tracey LaFleur traceylafleur@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-438-4511

James Post james.post@huntrealestate.com Hunt ERA 518-831-0300

Howard Solomon hsolomon@weichert.com Weichert Realtors Expert Advisors 518-786-7007

Rosalie LaRocco Rosalie.LaRocco@gmail.com Birch Realty Group 518-530-7241

Justin Prescott justinprescott@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-583-7268

Susan Sommers 2018 GCAR President susan@sommershomes.com

Stefanie Martin stefaniemartin@kw.com Keller Williams Capital District 518-591-4600

Jeff Raia jeffraia@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-286-1000

Lana McCall lanamccall@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-583-7268

Cathy Rambidis cjoyr128@gmail.com United Business Services 518-469-7227

Michele McGeoch mich.mcgeoch731@gmail.com Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. 518-348-2060

Samantha Reilly sreilly@bhhsblake.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS 518-371-8040

John Miecznikowski jmiecnik@nycap.rr.com Heer Realty, Inc. 518-272-4500 Jack Minehan jminehan@roohanrealty.com Roohan Realty 518-587-4500 Jean Mosher jeanmosher@me.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-427-9000 Anita Nasuto anita.nasuto@gmail.com Coldwell Banker Commercial 518-785-9000 Katherine Nestor knestor@mrgteam.com Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. 518-348-2060 Virginia O’Brien virginia.obrien@coldwel bankerprime.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-427-9000 Tatyana Pevzner tatyanapevzner@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 David Phaff david@DavidPhaff.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Michelle Poccia michellepoccia@gmail.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-693-1080

Michele Rickert michelerickert58@gmail.com Equitas Realty 518-584-9990 Meaghan Ryan megryan316@yahoo.com Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. 518-348-2060 Dharma Sanchez-Flores dharma@vanveghten.com VanVeghten Real Estate Group 518-368-3076 Robert Sandberg bsandberg@cbpp.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-439-9600 Peter Schrom peter.schrom@selectsothebysrealty.com Select Sotheby’s International Realty 518-580-8500 Florence Shaw flo@leverageny.com Leverage Real Estate, LLC 518-951-9951 Amanda Sinrod amanda.sinrod@romeo teamrealty.com Romeo Team Realty 518-978-0916

Kathleen Stein kathy.stein@kw.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Genevieve Suguitan genevievesellshomes11@gmail.com Signature One Realty Grp, LLC 518-587-0599 Cindy Taylor cindytaylor@howardhanna.com Howard Hanna 518-489-1000 Joanne Thorburn joannethorburn1@gmail.com Split Rock Real Estate 518-587-8877 Pearl Torres rurerock@aol.com Four Star Realty Group Inc. 518-702-4194 Colleen Traficante colleentraficante@gmail.com Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. 518-348-2060 Kelly Waechter kellywaechter@kw.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-693-1080 Karen Wentz karen.wentz@huntrealestate.com Hunt ERA 518-414-5830 Kimberly White KimberlyWhite2003@gmail.com Saratoga Select Properties LLC 518-441-5284 Raymond Yelle Raymond.Yelle@coldwell bankerprime.com Coldwell Banker Prime Prop.

518-477-1000

Diane Sluus dsluus@kw.com Keller Williams Capital Dist 518-724-5800 Donald Smith donsmithrealtor@aol.com Keller Williams Capital District 518-591-4600

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Top: TRIUMPH Italian Impressions, Roman Reflections Bottom: REVOTEC Axis, Haute

Live life to the fullest.

We can handle it.

REVOTEC™ and TRIUMPH™ from Engineered Floors Hard Surfaces™ represent the latest innovations in flooring technology. Thanks to REVOTEC’s click and lock installation method and the incorporation of a grout line into the design, you get the beautiful look of tile or stone, without the hassle of the installation. TRIUMPH’s waterproof, pet-friendly and stain resistant planks are engineered with a durable top layer that helps protect floors from scratches and everyday wear. Together, they give you the style you want and the resilience you need. engineeredfloors.com

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herwin-Williams’ 2019 Colormix® Color Forecast is here!

Visualizing the future of color

With a single master palette it is sure to inspire and help

professionals and DIYers select the right color scheme for any project. The 42-color palette is divided into six themes, or color

SherwinWilliams 2019 color trends reflect human touch

journals: Shapeshifter, Wanderer, Aficionado, Enthusiast, Naturalist, and Raconteur.

Collectively, the journals are fresh, fluid swipes of color that are key for 2019 color and design trends.

Every color in the Color Forecast, whether alone or combined with others, tells a different story, riddle or song, similar to the honesty found only in a written journal.

The Sherwin-Williams Color Forecast team led by Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing, developed this year’s trends by identifying colors from free-spirited wanderers and oldworld storytellers, while drawing inspiration from every corner of the globe extending to the cosmos. The result: an organic and spontaneous palette.

Color exploration and selection Learn more about the 2019 Colormix Color Forecast and other color selection resources at: swcolorforecast.com.

This immersive experience provides a more contextual

Six unique themes make up the Colormix® Color Forecast master palette

overview of each color journal along with information about local Sherwin-William Colormix events for designers, which are eligible for continuing education (CEU) credit.❚

The intent was to ask “If this palette were a person, what kind of person might they be?” Thus presenting a forecast that is personal and aspiring, yet attainable — how all design should be.

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Nugget

Celestial

Elation

Shapeshifter There are those who always seem a little ahead of their time. Visionary and creative, this palette reaches into the cosmos and returns with a whole universe of inspiration.

Dark Night

Shapeshifter’s aesthetic is about the mystical, from the

Extra White

deep sea to the galaxy and everything in between and is rooted by strong geometrics and clean lines. The atmospheric wisps of color, grounded by deep, mysterious blues capture the unique space between technology and spirituality found in the Shapeshifter palette.

Blue Sky

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Endless Sea

Wanderer This palette is for the person who will never be fenced in, who needs to soak in the endless horizons and subtle earthy tones of the high plains. Clays, caramels and Distance

browns come from canyons to worn leather and woven

Cavern Clay

wool blankets of the true New West. The Wanderer palette is sun-washed and warm, It brings you to a modern desert made of one part cowboy, one part Scandinavian style that produces a luxurious result.

Origami White

Carmelized

Baked Cookie

Moth Wing

Dark Clove

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Grandiose

Ancestral Gold

Dry Dock

Aficionado Like a bookcase of leather-bound literary classics, this pedigreed palette evokes nostalgia and timeless tradiCharcoal Blue

tions. Copper and gold anchor merlot and gray. The tai-

Wheat Penny

lored tones are tasteful, elegant and classic. When we say “Aficionado,� it evokes an emotion of what is bestin-life, well-worn and bespoke, It is ostentatious without being fake or showy, and has the right amount of charm Merlot

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to make it feel tasteful.

Alaea

Enthusiast For those who go against the grain, break the rules or are more free-spirited than the status quo, the Enthusiast palette brings maximum attitude and Oceanside

yet produces harmonious results. The proof is

Nebulous White

in this palette, which features bold pops of vivid blue, green and red. The Enthusiast palette is a fresh take on “maximalism,” it’s an opportunity to have fun and push boundaries with color.

Majestic Purple

Porpoise

Gold Crest

Argyle

Positive Red

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Grandiose

Ancestral Gold

Dry Dock

Naturalist Nature lovers can connect with the wonder of the world in full bloom. This collection’s lush, sophisticated tones Charcoal Blue

poke out from the rainforest as colorful tendrils. Ranging

Wheat Penny

from mushroom to passionate pink, the focus on botanicals is slightly classic, with bold details. From conservancies to hothouses, Naturalist brings you into a chic, French woodland, It’s a place where color never fades.

Merlot

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Alaea

Raconteur From ancient rhetoric to today’s on-screen webcasts, there is a desire and appreciation for stories and the storytellers behind them. From Africa to the Oceanside

New World, human origins have been translated

Nebulous White

into this rich palette that spans time. From rich red to muted mauve, Raconteur represents storytelling itself. These stories are a subtle reminder of how everyone is connected.

Majestic Purple

Porpoise

Gold Crest

Argyle

Positive Red

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In addition, explore the Color Forecast and all of Sherwin-Williams colors using the ColorSnap Visualizer app, allowing customers to use cuttingedge augmented reality to make faster and more confident color selections.

With Instant Paint, smartphone cameras instantly recognize walls in a threedimensional space. Customers simply tap on any wall in their camera view to “try on and see� any of Sherwin-Williams 1,500 colors on walls in real time.

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CARPET & AREA RUGS

Come Home to Carpet

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s one approaches home in a fairytale, the path magically becomes softer and brighter. It’s part of the tale.

With carpet, though, that’s simple reality.

Think of the colors, patterns, textures and sensuous soft-

ness of carpet!

And, yes, it also does have a practical side: sound insulation, energy savings, nonslip safety, ease of installation, durability, environmental consciousness, non allergenic properties, extended warranties, and design flexibility, all fluent in the language of luxury.

Carpet is warm underfoot and invitingly quiet. It offers a rich and subtle array of sensations to the touch.

Carpet is warm underfoot and invitingly quiet. It offers a rich and subtle array of sensations to the touch. And its multidimensional visual appeal is ideal for integrating patterns, colors and textures into your design composition.

With a new insistence on optimism, today’s consumers are

Tailored Essence Collection in color Cashmere from Mohawk.

embracing colors inspired by nature. It might be the exotic colors of the South Seas captured in Gauguin’s Tahitian paintings,

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CARPET & AREA RUGS or the tranquil green-blue foliage of Monet’s waterscapes, or the contrasting shades of Van Gogh’s countryside.

Visual texture can be enhanced by elegant carpet sculpting, dye patterns (like updated florals ranging from restrained to bold Persian looks), or techniques that add color flecks and even metallic elements into the yarn.

Sophisticated geometrics, updated tweeds and re-imagined hounds-tooth patterns are now available. Subtle pinstripes and wider banding can add refined style to living areas, classic elegance to hallways, and both dimension and design continuity up a flight of stairs.

With advances in technology and design artistry, today’s hard-wearing, eco-friendly carpets are a delight to the senses, promising – and delivering — silky softness, lush textures, sumptuous colors, gorgeous patterns and refined elegance for your home. ❚

Left: Epic II in color Rainforest from Dreamweaver; above Radiance Alert

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Switch Up A a Look with Area Rugs!

n area rug can be the foundation of any room. It’s up to you! If you are the type of person who likes change and

wants to switch up your home design look, area rugs could be the perfect solution. Let’s say it’s Spring and you want to reflect a light, airy feeling to your living room after coming out of a harsh Winter season. There is nothing like an area rug to instantly change the feeling in your home.

Area rugs do more than protect the floor; they define space

and create focal points, pulling together color, patterns and textures. Don’t be afraid to layer… put a rug-on-rug or rug-oncarpet to create a new, interesting look in a room.

You can use area rugs to connect spaces, transition from one room to another, mix-and match colors and patterns or coordinate the palette of your stair landings — the possibilities are endless!

Area rugs are as diverse as they are versatile: hand-knotted, woven, hooked or braided. Machine made or hand tufted.

Synthetic or natural. They can be playful and inexpensive — try shags, which offer so many vibrant color choices.

What’s more, most rugs are environmentally friendly, fashioned from natural fibers like wool, silk, sisal (spun from plant fibers) and coir, each with a distinctive texture. And of course, some come from recycled materials.

Whether inexpensive or of heirloom quality, area rugs can be taken to your next home or passed on to the next generaAbove: Lakeside from Nourison; below: Focus from Oriental Weavers.

tion. The better area rugs are often referred to as decorator rugs because they come in many types, varieties and patterns.

As you shop for a rug, make sure you have samples of your existing colors and fabrics in hand. Maybe bring a throw pillow or your favorite collectible piece.

Remember, area rugs can be fun, fresh, practical and easily changed, just like your mood or the seasons! Give it a whirl!

You can do it! ❚

Area rugs do more than protect the floor; they define space and create focal points, pulling together color, patterns and textures.

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Hydra-Skin™ is a high performance feature unique to Healthier Choice Cushion; it is the only film-less, breathable moisture barrier, which stops liquid spills from penetrating into the cushion while allowing moisture vapor trapped underneath to evaporate and escape.

Healthier Choice Cushion is infused with Ultra-Fresh® Anti-Microbial Protection to inhibit the growth of harmful odor causing mold, mildew and bacteria. It provides permanent protection.

No Odor - Low VOC’s Healthier Choice is the only carpet cushion which is UL GREENGUARD® Gold Certified for low chemical emissions. Breathing high levels of volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) is linked to health problems including allergies and asthma.

Our product is also CRI GREEN LABEL Plus Certified.

Made in part with soybean oil and other natural resources, which reduces the consumption of fossil fuel petrochemicals while supporting sustainable agriculture.

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The World’s Best Carpet Cushion

TM

Why is Healthier Choice the world’s best carpet cushion? The secret is our Never Crush Foam Technology. We manufacture the only carpet cushion made from 100% High Density Memory Foam. Most carpet cushion today is made from waste or scrap pieces of low density, light weight foams which are glued or bonded F E AT U R I N G

NEVERCRUSH FOAM TECHNOLOGY

together. Our patented, Never Crush Foam Technology offers the luxurious comfort Number you want while providing the lasting support your carpet needs.

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RESILIENT

The Flooring Fashion Future‌

R

esilient flooring as we know it today has gone through more than a century of evolution and innovation. From

its humble beginnings as linoleum to its current incarnations as sheet vinyl and Luxury Vinyl (LVT), resilient has come a long way.

Resilient flooring is the hard surface flooring with a little bit of give. From cork and leather to sheet vinyl and luxury vinyl flooring, contemporary flooring looks fabulous and performs even better.

With that little extra give, resilient flooring is kind to your feet and legs. Those working on their feet in kitchens, workshops or retailers can attest to the comfort of a resilient floor

The end of vinyl as you know it!

It’s not just the affordable price point that saves you money.

Resilient flooring lasts a long time with very little maintenance.

COREtec Plus Premium, Virtue Oak from US FLoors

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compared to ceramic tile or terrazzo.

Resilient flooring is the hard surface flooring with a little bit of give. With that little extra give, resilient flooring is kind to your feet and legs.

Using state-of-the-art digital imaging, includ-

highly durable, easy to clean, and

ing different species of hardwood and innovative

wear resistant and even water-

formatting like planks, resilient flooring offers

proof! Just look down… you’ll find

unlimited possibilities of style and design. Gone

it in high traffic public spaces such

are the days of the high gloss finish found on

as hotels, hospitals, schools and

older sheet vinyl and stick-on tiles. Today’s lux-

shopping malls. So you know it will

ury vinyl flooring has pleasing satin and matt

hold up to family activities in a busy

finishes.

home.

Much of the resilient flooring on the market

It’s not just the affordable price

today is made of high-performance vinyl. So it’s

point that saves you money. Resilient flooring lasts a long time with very little maintenance. Just damp mop then flooring with a recommended cleaner to keep its alwaysnew appearance. Low upkeep and long lifespan create a low cost of ownership.

And

unlike

natural

flooring

materials, resilient flooring won’t chip, crack, warp or yellow. ❚

NovaFloor Serenbe LVT Crackled Wood-Timber and Stenciled Concrete-Lace combination.

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T

his Collection offers unique and innovative visuals on a vinyl that enhances durability. The rigid core features special

top/bottom layers for stability and is made from a high-density composition for extra rigidity, providing superior impact and dent resistance.

It is the go-to brand in composite waterproof flooring because

COREtec...

True to the Core

of the assortment of decors, visuals, plank widths and lengths, alongside its patented construction. These floors deliver true style while handling just about anything life has in store.

This series is recommended for both commercial and residential use, and can be installed in high-moisture and hightraffic areas. All decors in the COREtec Pro Plus Collection feature the patented COREtecÂŽ technology.

Since COREtec is 100% waterproof, COREtec Pro Plus floors can be installed in wet areas and will never swell when exposed

It is the go-to brand in composite waterproof flooring because of the assortment of decors, visuals, plank widths and lengths, alongside its patented construction.

to water.

COREtec is inert and dimensionally stable; it will not expand or contract under normal conditions. Further, COREtec never needs expansion strips in large rooms. Each COREtec Pro Plus plank or tile has an attached cork underlayment for a quieter, warmer vinyl floor that is naturally resistant to odor causing mold and mildew. â?š

Since COREtec is 100% waterproof, COREtec Pro Plus floors can be installed in wet areas and will never swell when exposed to water.

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for true originals everywhere...

100% waterproof · kidproof · petproof

STONE

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RESILIENT

A Closer Look at WATERPROOF Flooring

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uxury vinyl flooring (LVF) is a relatively new term that encompasses luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) and luxury vinyl planks (LVP). These categories rep-

resent choices that present the aesthetic of limestone, marble, Papua ebony or tropical bamboo, along with the hard wearing, low maintenance and affordable attributes of luxury vinyl flooring.

From the oldest to the newest resilient, luxury vinyl flooring is gaining traction in residential and commercial applications. Luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) come in squares and rectangles, in sizes up to large format that is favored currently by designers and architects; the installations use simple click-together

According to the World Floor Covering Association, the ability to replicate real hardwoods and stones using advanced photographic technologies is the foundation of luxury vinyl flooring systems. There are four distinct layers fused together to produce the final product: a resilient vinyl backing, a vinyl color layer, a photographic film layer, and a urethane or aluminum oxide top layer. The protective top layer (also called the wearlayer or mil layer) is very important to the durability of the product. Quality products will have as high as a 40 mil layer. Commercial applications can successfully utilize 20 mil or above.

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technology, grouting is optional — more for aesthetics than function.

Using state-of-the-art digital imaging, including different species of hardwood, and innovative formatting, like planks, resilient flooring offers unlimited possibilities of style and design.

Luxury vinyl planks (LVP) come in stone- and wood-look planks, with widths up to 6 inches and lengths to 48 inches (4 feet). LVP’s are laid similar to a traditional plank floor or in patterns, like chevron or herringbone.

Floors can be designed so that the pattern can be made up of LVPs in a length that requires no trimming. ❚

ADURA®MaxAPEX Aspen Mannington’s high-style ADURA®MaxAPEX Aspen is beautifully worry-free. On-trend styles, contemporary colors, trendy From Mannington

long and wide planks, variable width planks, embossed-in-register detail and painted bevels ensure these floors look nothing

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short of amazing.

Mannington’s high-style ADURA®MaxAPEX Aspen is beautifully worry-free.

• ADURA®MaxAPEX creates statement-making floors for any room, especially those that set the style tone for your home

Features a thicker, more rigid waterproof core called HydroLoc™.

(foyers, living areas, dining spaces) •H igh-style looks, contemporary colors and trendy long and wide planks will transform floors into fashion focal points •F eatures a thicker, more rigid waterproof core called HydroLoc™ • Available in planks (with lengths up to 72"). ❚ Number One 2019

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You don’t have to be a designer to create a designer look.

When it’s time for an update, we all want our homes to look like we’ve hired a pro. Thankfully, many of today’s home interior brands make it easy and affordable for you to create professional-looking spaces with your own personal touch— while staying within budget. Here are a few simple designer tips to keep in mind as you select new flooring for your next remodel.

Start with function.

Every room in your home serves a unique purpose, and the first rule of good design is making the space work for you and your lifestyle.

Before you select anything, think about the variety of activities that take place in the room you’re designing. This will help you plan adequate storage, appropriate seating and the right floorcovering.

vinyl tile. Some materials—like TruTEX™ luxury sheet flooring—also resist mold and mildew, and are asthma & allergy friendly® certified to maintain healthy environments for your family and pets.

Learn the basics.

Find your style.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the different types of flooring products on the market. There are a lot of details to consider, like style, installation method, and how long it will last. Many homeowners prefer carpet in bedrooms and family rooms, for the way it cushions underfoot. Browse the latest Tarkett styles for soft patterns that add warmth and style.

Today’s flooring designs offer a huge selection of colors, patterns and textures to explore, which immediately give rooms a high-end, designer look. The latest styles let you make a statement on the floor, and use that as a foundation for the rest of your design.

For other areas of the home—like kitchens, baths, laundry rooms and basements—look for waterproof products that resist splashes and spills, like Tarkett’s ProGen™ luxury

PRODUCTS PICTURED: TOP: LUXURY SHEET FLOORING: TRUTEXTM - BARN JAZZ (PRAIRIE) BOTTOM LEFT: BROADLOOM CARPET PATTERN: NOBLE (HAYLO) BOTTOM RIGHT: LUXURY VINYL TILE: PROGENTM - WEST OAK (LOFT)

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apanese-inspired collection of ceramic tiles Shinju Mirai, brings together unconnected elements in art and architec-

ture to create refined, transformative designs. Designers drew on architecture, sculpture, Japanese paper-making, and medi-

Lunada Bay Japanese-inspired collection of ceramic tiles Shinju Mirai, brings together unconnected elements in art and architecture to create refined, transformative designs.

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tative design to develop the collection, creating serene and sophisticated textures that transform light, influence scale, and create resonance.

Shinju Mirai comes in four patterns that can be used alone or in combination: Paper, a dynamic texture reminiscent of energizing waves or crinkled paper; Serene, featuring the subtle ripple of tranquil waters; Tent, offering minimalist beauty and architectural appeal; and Zen Garden, exuding the calm essence of meditative gardens.

Shimmering tiles offer a modern interpretation of beloved textile patterns

The Textile collection channels vintage textile patterns and weaving techniques from around the world. The new Textile line is created through a meticulous translation of embroidery, woven fabrics, and other textures into imaginative, sustainable, glimmering surfaces ideal for commercial and residential applications. ❚

Bargello: The name “Bargello” originates from the Bargello palace in Florence, Italy, specifically tracing back to a pair of 17th century chairs boasting a unique upholstery, made even more interesting by fusing in a flame stitch pattern. To emulate the needlepoint embroidery, in which vibrant wool threads were stitched onto canvas with upright flat stitches, martini-glass-shaped tiles are installed in a geometric wave with alternating colors.

The Textile collection channels vintage textile patterns and weaving techniques from around the world.

Imberline: created in honor of traditional weaving techniques that combine various colored stripes. The lustrous glass tiles, measuring ½ inch by 4 inches, are ideal for walls and backsplashes, where a dramatic stripe can make a visual impact.

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hen you decide to sell your home, before you let potential buyers see the property, there are few quick fixes

to improve its overall look. If you don’t have the budget for a total bathroom remodel, you can do a lot without spending big bucks. On the other hand, even the smallest things can throw off your potential buyers. Take a look at these great tips that

Quick Bathroom Fixes to Help Sell Your Home

require a bit of your sweat.

1. Change the Light Fixtures Replacing all the light fixtures in the bathroom is probably the easiest way to breathe more life and bring the room into this millennium. It provides a facelift by brightening it up and making it appear more prominent.

2. Change the Shower Heads With a tutorial from YouTube, you can change the shower heads yourself. It will improve the form, function, and look of your shower cabin. Today, shower heads offer features such as water conservation, adjustable height, multiple spray settings, massages, and other. Buyer’s like to see these kinds of improvements that make a bathroom feel a bit like a spa.

If you don’t have the budget for a total bathroom remodel, you can do a lot without spending big bucks

3. Update Cabinets Elevate the space by buying a few high-quality cabinets. It can be inexpensive but depends mainly on how many cabinets there are in the room. Add a few luxury accessories, such as a quality wooden stool, towel rack, and a black-and-white q-tip box. These will pay off handsomely.

4. Change the Tile Is your bathroom tile old and chipped? Well, it’s time to replace it and, luckily, there are so many tile options you can choose from! Make your bathroom colorful with tiles with beautiful

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e strive to bring your vision to life!

Our dedicated team is committed

to helping you through your tile selection process from start to finish.

At Tampa Tile we have built our reputation on quality service and products for our customers since 1953. patterns that will make your bathroom look fresh

Our family owned business is commit-

and stylish. We suggest you to go with natural

ted to delivering you authentic ceramic tile.

stone such as marble or travertine. If you’re going

Products are ever evolving and nowa-

with porcelain floor tile, make sure to install slip-

days few factories chance to make out of

resistant tiles or ones with textured surfaces,

the box tile that’s creative. Few ceramists

because porcelain floor tiles can be very slippery

are artisans anymore. Most rely on indus-

when wet. The professionals at Tampa Tile can

trial production techniques, like digital

help you find the tile that’s right for you.

glazing and rectification.

We make sure you have a broad selec-

5. Install a Low-Flow Toilet

tion of the latest styles and trends to meet

For this fix, you’ll need a whole new toilet so it

all tastes. We have searched and found

might be the most expensive fix on our list. How-

tiles whose style and beauty are the prod-

ever, it will pay off because your local regulation

uct of skilled ceramic artisans. We spe-

might require having low-flow toilets in the house

cialize in “Full-Feature” product lines that

before you can sell it. Also, you’ll save more on

offer a range of trims/decors to make your

water while you’re still living in that house.

project look picture-perfect.

Visit us online Tampatile.com or stop

6. Fresh Caulk

by our Tampa showroom located at 2910

First, use a box-cutter or razor to cut out and

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remove old grout. Clean the mildew underneath

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it, then grab a caulk gun and start applying fresh caulk. You’ll be surprised to see how it makes your bathroom feel and look brand new.

Improving the look and feel of a bathroom doesn’t have to be complicated and expensive.

With these simple, low-budget tweaks, you can reap some huge rewards when the time comes to sell the house. Instead of spending weeks and months on the home market, boost your home’s value to sell it more quickly. ❚ Number One 2019

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n trend and perfect for those seeking a classic look or contemporary luxury style.

Enchant’s sophistication level, married with its finishes and

Venture into a world of artistry and elegance with EnchantHDP from Florida Tile

various shapes, make it ideal for residential as well as commercial installations.

Beauty captures the delicate and varied silver tones of linear cut Palissandro marble, a highly sought after and unique material that is mined from centuries-old quarries in the Eastern Alps.

Honesty is an enchanting dance of soft whites and nebulous grays in a beautiful interpretation of classic white Arabescato marble.

Each color and finish of this line is available in 3.75" × 12",

Enchant’s sophistication level, married with its finishes and various shapes, make it ideal for residential as well as commercial installations.

8" × 24", 12" × 24", and 24" × 24" formats as well as 3" hexagon mosaic. A 36-piece mosaic comes in the matte finish only.

Completing the line are bullnose, ingot listellos, chair rail, and chair rail stop trim pieces in each color.

EnchantHDP glazed porcelain floor and wall tile is appropriate for all residential and commercial wall, countertop, and backsplash applications. Matte finish tiles are appropriate for all residential and most commercial floor applications. With the exception of wet areas, tiles featuring the polished finish are suitable for most residential floor applications. ❚

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Five Keys to a Successful Floorcovering Purchase 1. Choose a reputable store

samples, fabric swatches and manufacturers’

Don’t rush out to grab a price based on a televi-

literature to ensure you are buying what will be

sion ad. Find a local flooring retailer who is ded-

right for you.

icated to providing you with service at the right price. Friends and the Better Business Bureau

5. Buy the right floor care products

are good sources of information, but look for a

One of the biggest mistakes people make when

retailer with commitment.

purchasing hard surfaces is not learning how to maintain them. Too often, they don’t know how

2. D on’t rush when making your flooring selection

to care for that floor, especially pre-finished wood

People too often buy flooring that is similar to

a new floor to ask the salesperson for the care

what they had, hoping to replicate the former

instructions put out by the manufacturer. ❚

products. It is very important when you purchase

look. This can be a big mistake because it’s nice to have a change. Consider doing something different when you have the opportunity to redecorate your home or a particular room. Purchase the best floors you can afford.

3. C onsider the room setting before you buy

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tings and special periods, such as sisal carpets

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Selecting carpet or floor treatments must be done with an overall look in mind.

4. A sk questions about fashion and function — don’t guess When it comes to color coordination and how well your floor will perform in your home, don’t hesitate to verify, if it is what you want. Ask for

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Flooring styles that are truly unique.

Just like you.

At Lumber Liquidators, we understand the right floor can turn the average house into an extraordinary home. That’s why we offer the latest hardwood styles to help you find the perfect floor for you.

From inspiration to installation, we’re here to help you with all your flooring needs. Stop by your local store, call 1-800-HARDWOOD, or visit us online at lumberliquidators.com today.

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