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If antimicrobial flooring sounds like something you might find in a hospital or a scientific lab, that's for a good reason! Medical and healthcare providers, food production and processing plants, laboratories, and pharmaceutical manufacturers use this protective flooring to ultimately protect us from harm. An antimicrobial agent is used to…

If you're looking for a new design that will add lots of personality and color to a room in your home, Maximalism could bring the wow factor that you're looking for! The opposite of Minimalism's less-is-more aesthetic, Maximalism leans the other direction with its more-is-more sensibility. Instead of crisp white…

The temperatures are sizzling outside and so are the savings! As we have a blast all summer long with cookouts, pool parties, and vacations, don’t forget to take advantage of your opportunity for exceptional savings while giving your home the stunning surfaces you've been dreaming about.Starting July 1st, 2021, through…

The warm summer season is full of fun, adventures, and making memories with the ones you love. Whether it’s a pool party, cookout, or a family get-together, there’s always a good reason to invite guests over for a relaxing afternoon. Why not bring this same seasonal celebratory spirit indoors with…

If you have considered installing tile flooring as part of your living space, is a 'rectified' variety the first style that comes to mind? Although rectified is an impressive-sounding word, many homeowners may not be familiar with the term as it relates to gorgeous, timeless tile. The definition of the…

Sunshine and warm temperatures create the perfect summer backdrop for making cherished memories with your family and friends. If you're ready to celebrate the season with cookouts, pool parties, and weekend get-togethers, here’s an opportunity to refresh your interiors and create a truly inspired space perfect for spending countless hours…

Since every room in your home is unique with different dimensions, it makes sense that each space will need a different area rug size to fit perfectly. Just like the perfect area rug will unify room décor with color, pattern, and texture, the perfect rug size will add the right…

As many jobs have transitioned from the workplace to residential spaces over the last year, and it looks like hybrid working might be here to stay, many people experienced the need for a home office for the first time in their careers! Luckily, a focused workspace within the home is…

Anytime a seller lists a property on the market, the ultimate goal is to attract the most potential buyers and receive the best offers possible. Of course, the best offer will depend on how much value the lucky buyer believes they are getting for their home investment. Naturally, the seller’s…

As the temperatures rise and new life blooms everywhere outside, it's time to embrace the spirit of the warmer months and give our favorite exterior living spaces a seasonal design refresh! With bold, bright colors, inviting summer visuals, and natural woven textures, outdoor area rugs are the perfect additions to…

When it comes to vivid color, artistic statements, and geometric patterned beauty, bohemian style area rugs are a perfect way to add inspired pops of personality throughout the home. If you are looking to spruce up a subdued space, you'll love the engaging mix of traditional and playful that boho…

With new flowers in bloom and sunny days upon us, that can only mean one thing: Spring is in full swing! As homeowners everywhere take a moment to deep clean rooms and take inventory of the state of the household, we think it’s also the perfect time for a hip…

Is underfloor heating the hottest flooring trend? All puns aside, blending your heating system into your floor can be a very appealing way to warm up your living space during the colder months. If you are not familiar with this concept, underfloor heating literally makes your floor the heater. Imagine…

Our bathrooms are one of the most important areas in the home, a space that helps us unwind, rejuvenate, and can make our morning and evening routines a highlight of the day. Generally speaking, we outfit this room with stylish stone, tile, or luxury vinyl flooring to handle the moisture,…

When many homeowners think of popular shades of beautiful hardwood flooring, traditional brown, honey browns, and rich, red-toned browns will immediately come to mind. These familiar warm varieties will certainly deliver inherent natural beauty but may not fit the modern or contemporary design scheme you have in mind. Inside our…

As the sun begins to come outside more and the temperatures start to get warmer, that means the beauty of spring is just around the corner! To truly ring in this season of new life and vibrant color, here’s a chance to complete a design refresh for those familiar spaces…

Our favorite gorgeous hardwood floors are classic, durable, and offer stunning natural beauty. When you use a chic patterned layout for the actual planks, you've got the recipe for a floor that will create an unforgettable room with high visual interest. So which layout patterns are on-trend right now, and…

We love a stylish room complete with plush carpet for the familiar warmth and inviting comfort that this popular soft surface provides. However, the rich texture and cloud-like fibers don’t have to be traditional, muted, or predictable. You can use carpeting to complete an eye-catching design scheme full of inspiration…

Whether it’s after a long day of work or time away traveling, there’s nothing like returning home to the people you love and your favorite relaxing rooms. We know how new flooring can transform a familiar space and we want to give you a whole new affection for the place…

No matter what season it is, chic area rugs are always in style! Soft, hip, purposeful, and valuable, area rugs are instant pops of visual interest and comforting texture anywhere you chose to use them. With so many shades, shapes, sizes, and constructions to select from in our , it…

It’s no secret that we highly recommend the use of chic area rugs throughout the home, both as stylish, decorative pieces and as valuable protectors of your floors underneath. No matter what motivates you to start shopping for a rug, colors and design patterns are surely important parts of your…

Every year when the new calendar begins on January 1st, we take a moment to reflect on all of our goals for the upcoming year and use the excitement of the months ahead to fuel our progress towards achieving ambitious New Year’s resolutions. After an unforgettable year like 2020, we…

With routine care and maintenance, you can keep your favorite area rugs looking pristine even with an active household, pets, and frequent get-togethers. Regular vacuuming once a week, if it is appropriate with your rug construction and matched with the appropriate vacuum model, will help minimize dirt build-up, stains, odors,…

Beautiful, long-lasting, and durable are just a few words that describe the look and feel that gorgeous hardwood flooring is cherished for. In fact, with the right look, hardwood flooring can take a house from ordinary to unforgettable. No matter what trends may come and go, specific colors, textures, and…

With the fall season in full swing and cool temperatures dropping around us, the festive end-of-the-year holiday season is just around the corner! This year deserves fabulous Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations with our loved ones, and you have plenty of time to give your interiors new life, while taking advantages…

If you’re considering a bathroom remodel but aren’t quite sure where to start, here’s one word to get you going: tile! There are so many gorgeous classic and innovative tile options available, and it’s definitely worth considering how you should incorporate this enduring material into your bathroom remodeling plans—whether as…

For undeniable elegance and a timeless feel, ceramic and porcelain tile allow homeowners to design unique spaces with visual interest and reliable performance. Gorgeous tile options have been used for centuries to create breath-taking rooms, from floors to counters and backsplashes, and Flooring By Design in Grandville, MI has…

As many families know, a home with pets is a home with extra love, lots of snuggles, and, of course, unexpected accidents! We love our pets and want them to be everywhere we are, and taking a few thoughtful considerations will prepare our homes for the fun activity with our…

The natural stunning beauty of hardwood flooring makes it one of the most universally loved design elements among all homeowners, builders, and interior designers. With a wide range of striking textures, graining, shades, and distinct markings, finished wood floors can be as subtle or dramatic as desired, but all are…

Gorgeous trees, a soothing breeze, and falling leaves—there’s no denying that the breathtaking fall season is upon us! In addition to the incredible transition that takes place in nature, it’s time to give your interiors an equally impressive design refresh with amazing savings that will make you fall in love.Starting…

This year, we’ve been spending more time at home with our families while finding ways to keep spirits high. One of the best ways to avoid monotony indoors is to keep your interior design fresh (and refresh when appropriate). With the fall season upon us, the team at Flooring By Design…

Area rugs can spruce up any room, especially if you have hardwood or any other type of hard surface flooring. They add a personal touch of character and can tie into any interior design concept. Ever looked at your dining room and felt that something was missing or that the…

At Flooring By Design, we love the feeling of plush carpet underfoot. Every step cushions and soothes, providing comfort for all. For many people with allergies, though, wall-to-wall carpeting might seem anything but comfortable. However, the right carpet can actually trap dust, dander, and other allergens, removing them from the air.…

It’s safe to say that 2020 has provided us all with unique challenges and has forced many to come up with creative solutions as we spend more time indoors with our families. Our team at Flooring By Design wants to take a moment to acknowledge YOU and everything you do to…

The idea that children need more time to play and 'just be kids' is a common theme in today’s busy and technology-centric world. Here at Flooring By Design in Grandville, MI, we wholeheartedly agree! That’s why we offer beautiful area rugs over at [rugshop_link' Rugs.Shop'] that help create creative…

We cherish the dazzling natural beauty that genuine hardwood flooring adds to our homes, as well as the inherent durability, rustic charm, and value they retain over time. Perhaps this extra time at home has you envisioning new style upgrades in your home and hardwood is a leading flooring contender!…

With summertime in full swing as we continue to spend more time safely at home, it’s only right that we celebrate the Fourth of July with extra zeal to keep our spirits high: Along with cookouts, fireworks, and water balloon fights, why not also use this time to give our…

For many families, this summer has presented a series of unique challenges that have forced us to put our vacations on hold and think creatively about finding new ways to relax at home. If you were looking forward to that trip to the coast or heading down south to the…

Life is messy. We get it. Whether you have a house full of kids, furry friends, or both, the team at Flooring By Design showroom in Grandville, MI understands that you need carpet and flooring that stands up to the demands of your hectic lifestyle. This is why leading…

The sun is out and we're approaching the official start to summer...and what a year it's been! Here at Flooring By Design, we can't think of a better time to spruce up that outdoor space and start taking advantage of the beautifully warm weather.Whether you have a small space or a…

Area rugs are a wonderfully easy way to give any room a complete makeover without breaking the bank or taking up any unnecessary time on your well-deserved weekends. Area rugs are not just about looks; they also help to keep the room warm and cozy during the winter months, protect…

Our hearts are with people in the Grandville, Michigan area as well as those around the world who have been affected by the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In light of recent developments relating to COVID-19, we wanted to reach out and provide an update to answer some of the questions you might have. Grand Reopening…

When the weather turns warm, why not turn your attention to sprucing up that outdoor space? There is no better time than now to create your dream outdoor oasis with the help of our team at Flooring By Design. When creating fabulous outdoor spaces, here are a few simple tips to…

We’re all probably dreaming of a trip to Europe or the Caribbean. Sometimes, however, travel just isn’t in the cards. Fortunately, you can still enjoy the arrival of warm weather and have fun with your family by turning your home into a staycation destination. Here at Flooring By Design, we have…

With proper care and maintenance, your hardwood flooring will remain beautiful and serve your home for decades. It will also improve your home’s resale value.We know that our floors are prone to spills, drops, and scratches. These should be avoided at all costs. However, there are some other ways you…

When the flowers start to bloom and the temperatures start to rise, we know spring is on its way! Why not bring this same renewing energy indoors and breathe some new life into your home? After all, spring is the perfect time to freshen up your design...and your flooring! From…

Spring is a beautiful time—and for many, it’s the best season! As new life abounds and flowers bloom, it’s only natural that we want to take a few moments to spruce up our home as well—hence, the term “spring cleaning.” Not only does spring cleaning get us in the spirit…

Can you feel the romance in the air? Valentine’s Day is right around the corner on February 14th, and couples everywhere will take the time to capture a special moment. But there’s another upcoming date on the calendar that you will also fall head over heels for!Starting February 3rd through…

For premium natural beauty and incredible resale value for your home, nothing compares to the gorgeous texture and timeless durability of hardwood flooring. In fact, realtors stated in the National Wood Flooring Association’s 2017 Remodeling Impact Report that installing new wood floors in the home recovers sellers an amazing 91…

When it comes to throwing a memorable party, there are a few steps involved that will save you stress while also keeping your home (and your flooring) in good shape. Read on to learn more about simple things to keep in mind when planning a get together, no matter how…