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Sat, 15 Dec 2012 09:17:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Pleasanton,CA - Danville,CA - Walnut Creek,CA : Retailer For Fabrica Carpet http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-pleasantonca-danvilleca-wa-12536 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-pleasantonca-danvilleca-wa-12536

Fabrica manufactures carpets and rugs for the most demanding segments of the high-end style residential market. Diablo Flooring has 3 Locations in Pleasanton,CA - Danville,CA - Walnut Creek,CA.

Fabrica carpet is recognized for their singular beauty and exceptional quality. Using superior materials, state of the art technology, and highly skilled craftsmen, Fabrica creates carpet that offers "Quality-Without-Compromise".

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Fabrica's reputation for quality and style comes in part from the unmatched creativity of Fabrica designers, whose sense of craftmanship and passion for color consistently produce the most innovative carpet available. Fabrica's passion is to be "Best in Class" - blending exquisite style and uncompromising performance in every carpet they produce.

Diablo Flooring,Inc has 3 Locations in Pleasanton,CA – Danville,CA and Walnut Creek,CA

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

 

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:58:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : This fall, Mirage Hardwood is launching its Dream.Dare. Do. http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-this-fall-mirage-hardwood http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-this-fall-mirage-hardwood

 

Carpet -Tile - Lamiante - Vinyl - Hardwood - Shop - at - Home - Pleasanton - Dublin - Livermore -Danville - San Ramon - Alamo - Walnut Creek - Lafayette - Pleasanton Hill - Concord, CA
 

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Sweet Memories Series Handcrafted Red Oak Carousel, Stylish Collection.


This fall, Mirage is launching its Dream.Dare. Do. sale that will take place across North America at all participating Mirage dealers from Sept. 24 to Nov. 2, 2012. According to the company, consumers get a 50 cents per square foot rebate on Mirage products during this promotion. The offer is valid on all Mirage Classic, Mirage Engineered and Mirage Lock products, regardless of species, color or width.

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality Mirage Products.

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:37:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring - Walnut Creek,CA 94596 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-walnut-creekca-94596 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-walnut-creekca-94596

Diablo Flooring,Inc -  Walnut Creek,Ca  -  Danville,CA & Pleasanton,CA  provides the widest selection of carpet, hardwood floors, laminate flooring, and vinyl floor, tile and area rugs in the Tri Valley area.

Buy Local & Shop Local !

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:09:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : You Dream It...We Create It. Provenza Floors http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-you-dream-itwe-create-it-p http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-you-dream-itwe-create-it-p

Provenza Floors... The passion to create. The passion for detail.

With over 31 years of experience in creating the most innovative, stylish, and unsurpassed quality custom hardwood floors, Provenza is the leader in the design of custom hardwood floor collections. From the deep, rich, warm tones from the beauty of nature, to brilliant explosions of colors, Provenza wood floor collections offer a range of style and designs that exceeds the most demanding in hardwood flooring expectations.

Provenza artisans’ exceptional attention to detail, make each hand crafted floor a reflection of your own vision and style. With every floor design, we begin by selecting a wood species best suited to enhance and accentuate the inherent personality and natural character of the wood grain. This process is essential to ensure its beauty and distinction will prevail in the final piece. We use age old proven techniques, combining "Old World" woodworking skills with modern innovations, producing truly handcrafted, hand distressed, and hand scraped hardwood floors for your home. At Provenza, our passion is to provide the finest in hardwood flooring. We create a timeless hardwood masterpiece... truly “art for your floor”.

Buy Local & Shop Local !

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

Pleasanton Showroom  (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD    

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave  Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:39:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring, Inc : Shaw 30-Day Customer Satisfaction Warranty http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-inc-shaw-30-day-customer-sati http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-inc-shaw-30-day-customer-sati

Shaw is more than a name or label.  It’s a promise of outstanding performance, unique styling and overall value.  For more than 50 years, consumers just like you have trusted Shaw products to stand up to their busy lifestyles.  We have three residential fiber brands that support the Shaw brand.  Each brand includes exclusive features and benefits.  Warranties that apply to Shaw fibers are outlined below:Anso Nylon:

 

  • Lifetime: Stain, Soil, Pet Urine Stains.
  • 20-Year: Texture Retention, Abrasive Wear Quality Assurance, SoftBac Platinum.
  • Non-Prorated
  • Transferable
  • Labor Inclusive
  • 30 Day Customer Satisfaction (labor excluded).
  • Recyclable* /SCS Certified

EverTouch Nylon:

  • Lifetime: Stain, Soil, Pet Urine Stains.
  • 15-Year: Texture Retention, Abrasive Wear Quality Assurance, SoftBac Platinum.
  • 30 Day Customer Satisfaction (labor excluded).
  • Recyclable*

ClearTouch PET Polyester:

  • Lifetime: Stain, Pet Urine Stains
  • 15-Year: Soil
  • 10-Year: Texture Retention, Abrasive Wear Quality Assurance, SoftBac Platinum
  • 30 Day Customer Satisfaction (labor excluded)
  • 25% Recycled Content

    Buy Local & Shop Local !

    Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

    Pleasanton Showroom  (925)426-RUGS

    5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

     

    Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD    

    112 W. Linda Mesa Ave  Danville,CA 94596

     

    Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

    1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

    Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:11:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Stanton Area Rugs & Carpet : Danville,CA 94526 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-stanton-area-rugs-carpet-d http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-stanton-area-rugs-carpet-d

This week we have some beautiful new Shag Rugs. These everyday rugs have a casual natural look and are very durable. They come in a variety of colors, including Pink, Purple and Black, and work well anywhere from the bedroom or play room, to the living room or den.

Buy Local & Shop Local !

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

Pleasanton Showroom  (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD    

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave  Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Sat, 23 Jun 2012 13:28:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Hallmark Hardwood Flooring Collection http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-hallmark-hardwood-flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-hallmark-hardwood-flooring

Hallmark Hardwood Flooring Collection

Inpired by rich elegance of the historic hardwood floors of Europe, Hallmark features handcrafted wood floors that inspire the essence and distinction of aged timbers. Our Heirloom Collection of tradtional, North American hardwoods is fashioned by hand, finished in a warm array of natrual and richly stained colors and protected with UV crued, polyurethane coatings. The result is a beautifully styled, handmade, home finish that distinguishes your floor as an heirloom.

 

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

Pleasanton Showroom  (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD    

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave  Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Fri, 22 Jun 2012 14:43:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : The following 4 tips should help you choose the right flooring for your home http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-the-following-4-tips-shoul http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-the-following-4-tips-shoul

Budget It is important to decide on your budget for the project, whether you are simply choosing flooring for one room or for your entire property. There is nothing worse, in my opinion, than to see a beautifully designed room with expensive furniture and fabulous drapes, being made to look totally out of place with a badly chosen cheap covering for the floor. There is a lot of truth in the saying that “you get what you pay for” particularly when applying it to flooring and once you have made your choice of flooring, then pay as much as you can comfortably afford. Buying cheap usually costs you more in the long run.

Practicality When choosing your flooring you want to make sure that it suits the needs of your lifestyle. Hardwood floors may be beautiful but they are not the best option for pet lovers or high humidity type places. Consider the factors that would make your life easier when choosing your flooring, you don’t want to be stuck with a high maintenance floor if you are on the go 24/7. Make sure you do your research before selecting your floor and think about your daily routines and habits and select the floor that suits your needs best.

Functionality If you are looking at flooring for a specific room, for example your kitchen, then you need to weigh up the pros and cons of different types of flooring before reaching a decision. I have ceramic tile in my kitchen which look beautiful and rustic, but at the same time they are cold, especially first thing in the morning, and totally unforgiving if you drop anything breakable on them. A far better option for your family could be bamboo flooring which is growing in popularity because it gives you the natural beauty of hardwood flooring without feeling that you are having a detrimental effect on the world's forests.

Style Finally, it is important to choose the type of flooring that suits your style of property and age of house. Open plan modern houses look best with the same light airy looking flooring throughout, such as laminate or bamboo flooring, they also look equally as good with beautiful tiled floors. Older styled properties, with lots of different rooms, may look better with solid wood floors or traditional carpeting throughout.

At the end of the day, the choice is totally yours, but just remember that you can easily paint your walls once you get tired of the color, you may not be in a position to keep changing your flooring. So my advice would be to stick to something natural looking and easy to match with all types of decor, and buy the best quality flooring that you can, if you are planning on staying in your home for some years.

Buy Local & Shop Local !

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see many Quality products.

Pleasanton Showroom  (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD    

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave  Danville,CA 94596

 

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

 


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Tue, 12 Jun 2012 15:11:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Caring for your WOOL Carpet http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-caring-for-your-wool-carpe http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-caring-for-your-wool-carpe

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Caring for your carpet

The natural attributes of New Zealand wool help keep your Wools of New Zealand branded carpets looking good for longer:

  • The naturally scaly surface of wool makes it naturally resistant to soiling. Soil will be held high in the carpet pile where it can be easily removed by vacuuming.
  • Wool has natural elasticity so it stands up to everyday wear and tear and resists unsightly crushing from furniture.
  • Wool has a natural protective outer layer that prevents water-based spills from penetrating into the fiber.

Combined with an effective maintenance plan, these natural attributes make it easy to look after your Wools of New Zealand branded carpet or rug.

All you have to do is follow the three simple steps set out below:

STEP 1: VACUUMING

When it comes to keeping your carpet looking good and hygienically clean, you can never vacuum too often. As a rule, vacuum at least once a week, more often in heavy traffic areas. Be thorough – vacuum under furniture, behind curtains and where your carpet meets the wall.

Quick tips:

  • Be sure your vacuum cleaner is suitable for your type of carpet. Follow the advice of the carpet manufacturer or your retailer.
  • If your vacuum has a bag, empty it regularly to ensure the vacuum doesn't lose suction.

STEP 2: CLEAN SPILLS IMMEDIATELY

Stains can be prevented easily by ACTING QUICKLY when spills occur. Even when time is not on your side, follow this simple removal process, use the correct cleaning agent, and you'll be delighted with the difference you can make.

Scoop, Blot, Clean, Rinse and Blot Dry

DO NOT RUB OR SCRUB YOUR WOOL CARPET AS THIS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT PILE DISTORTION.

Type of treatment

  1. Cold water.
  2. One teaspoon of wool detergent (for example, Softly) and one litre of warm water.
  3. Clear household disinfectant.
  4. Dry cleaning solvent such as White Spirit or Murlex (Available from hardware stores). Use only on dry carpet.
  5. Chill with ice cubes in a plastic bag. Pick or scrape off gum.
  6. Mix 1/3 cup of white vinegar with 2/3 cup of water.
  7. Warm water.
  8. Nail polish remover (should not contain lanolin).
  9. Surgical alcohol.
  10. Place absorbent paper over wax and apply hot iron to paper. Wax will melt and be absorbed by the paper.
  11. Vacuum clean.
  12. Mineral turpentine.
  13. Seek assistance from a professional carpet cleaner.

Cleaning Guide

(Begin with Step One and proceed to Step Two or Three if necessary.)

StainStep OneStep TwoStep Three
Alcoholic beverages 1 2  
Bleach 1 13  
Blood 1 2  
Butter 4 2  
Candle Wax 10 4  
Chewing Gum 5 4  
Chocolate 4 2  
Coffee 1 2 6
Colas & soft drinks 1 2  
Cooking oil 4 2  
Cream 2 4  
Egg 2 13  
Faeces 2 3 13
Floor wax 4 2  
Fruit juice 1 2  
Furniture polish 4 2  
Gravy & sauces 7 2  
Ink (ballpoint pen) 9 2  
Ink (felt tip pen) 4 2  
Lipstick 4 2  
Milk 2 4  
Mustard 2    
Nail Polish 8 4  
Oil & grease 4 2  
Paint (Oil based) 12 4  
Paint (acrylic) 1 2  
Rust 6 13  
Salad dressing 2 4  
Shoe Polish 4 2  
Soot 11 4  
Tar 12 4  
Tea 1 2 6
Tomato sauce 7 2  
Urine (fresh) 1 2 3
Urine (old stain) 13    
Vomit 2 3 6
Wine 1 2 6
Unknown material 4 2  

STEP 3: PROFESSIONAL CLEANING

Professional cleaning once every one-to-two years will do wonders to revitalise your carpet and keep it hygienically clean.

Professional carpet cleaning is a science requiring skills and expertise that can only be obtained through formal training. Untrained operators may do your carpet more harm than good.

Diablo Flooring has 3 Locations.

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS
5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD
112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD
1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

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Fri, 08 Jun 2012 13:19:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Has A LivingSocial Deal $59.00 for $250.00 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-has-a-livingsocial-deal-59 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-has-a-livingsocial-deal-59
  • Diablo Flooring,Inc  & Livingsocial Deal
  • Whether you crave the comfort of carpet, the elegance of hardwood, or the sustainability of cork, these technicians will fit your home with the perfect flooring
  • Three expansive showrooms boast quality carpet, wood, laminate, vinyl, tile, and stone from top brands
  • Family-owned-and-operated business offers two-year guarantee on workmanship


Want more? Check out Diablo Flooring's website and Facebook page.

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Sat, 02 Jun 2012 13:38:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Camelot Carpet Mills : Virtual Room Designer http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-camelot-carpet-mills-virtu http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-camelot-carpet-mills-virtu

A Picture-Perfect View of Your New Interior


With the Camelot Carpet Mills Virtual Room Designer, you can reinvent each room in your house, from top to bottom, online.

Design significant details of many rooms in your house from scratch OR start with one of our templates.

Create countless variations of your living space, mixing and matching colors, finishes and materials.

View your re-imagined rooms from numerous angles and perspectives. When you decide on your final design, save, print and get into your local Diablo Flooring store to get started.

Diablo Flooring has 3 Locations.

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS
5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD
112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD
1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

 

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Fri, 04 May 2012 11:55:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Is Carpet The Right Choice For Me? http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-is-carpet-the-right-choice http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-is-carpet-the-right-choice

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Advantages of Carpet

Carpet comes in a variety of styles, types, and colors, allowing it to easily integrate into any décor. It provides a level of comfort for the feet when it is walked on, and it helps cushion the blow from falls. It is also an excellent noise insulator, so if things fall on the floor, they are less likely to break and will not make a loud noise.

Carpet is the least expensive flooring option for a home, and can still be an excellent investment when properly cared for over time. It serves as an insulator against cold to help keep your home warmer and keep your heating costs down. The carpet fibers can trap allergens and dust in their fibers, which prevents them from being released into the air indoors, thereby improving indoor air quality. For the improved air quality, the carpet must be cleaned and maintained properly on a regular basis.

Disadvantages of Carpet

The biggest disadvantage of carpet is that it must be cleaned more intensively than other flooring types. Though a weekly vacuuming will suffice most of the time, it will leave behind bits of dirt, dust, and other allergens, which can break down the carpet fibers over time. To combat this, the carpet should be shampooed at least once a year, and if highly trafficked, twice a year is even better. Shampooing the carpet can be a hassle and may be costly depending on whether you do-it-yourself or hire a professional, but skipping this cleaning will greatly reduce the life span of the carpet.

Carpet is not generally an environmentally friendly option for your home, as it takes chemicals to produce. The chemicals are not good for the planet, and may escape from the carpet fibers for years after the installation. When the carpet is removed and disposed of, the fibers are not biodegradable. Eco-friendly options are available to offset this disadvantage.

Carpet fashions change frequently, meaning the look of a home may become outdated sooner than most people want.

Where Carpet Can Be Installed

Carpet can be installed in any area of the home where water is not an issue. It is ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways. Though carpet can be installed by a do-it-yourselfer, it is not an easy job. Certain specialized tools are required for installation, and those with little to no experience installing carpet should not attempt it on their own. To get the most out of the investment, a professional carpet installer is recommended.

Where Carpet Should Not Be Installed

Carpet should not be installed in any area of the home where water is an issue. Keep carpet out of kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. The water can seep into the fibers and cause issues with mold and mildew. If the carpet gets too wet, it will need to be replaced completely.

Carpet is an excellent flooring choice for those who are opposed to hardwoods for any reason, and it is a cost effective way to change the look of a room.

Carpet is just one of the many flooring choices for a home. When trying to decide whether or not to purchase carpet, it is important to consider design, price, comfort, sustainability, and whether or not it is ideal for the installation location. Taking a closer look at the advantages and disadvantages of using a carpet floor, along with the advantages and disadvantages of carpet flooring, will make the decision easier.

Come visit a Diablo Flooring showroom to see many great carpet products.
Danville,CA (925) 314-WOOD
112 West Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA
Walnut Creek,CA (925)988-WOOD
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Thu, 03 May 2012 15:51:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Carpet Types, Styles, Colors, and More http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-carpet-types-styles-colors http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-carpet-types-styles-colors

The number of carpet choices available can easily overwhelm buyers. Taking a second to break it down and learn about the styles and types available will make the purchase decision easier. Understanding what the options are will help in choosing the best carpet for the situation.

Styles and Types of Carpet

 

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Carpet is most commonly found in two types of construction: cut pile and loop pile. Each construction offers various styles to choose from.

Cut Pile: This carpet gets its durability through the fiber used, the density of the tufts, and the twist of the yarn. There are four popular styles to choose from: textured plush, Saxony, frieze, and cable.

Plush: This has a smooth and even finish, providing a more formal look.

• Textured: This style uses low density fibers of uneven heights. The resulting look hides dirt with an informal look, but it is not suited for high traffic areas.

• Saxony: This has a smooth and even finish, but the fibers are longer than a textured plush, and the fibers have a twist. Though this is the most popular style of carpet on the market, it has a tendency to show footprints and other marks more than other carpets.

• Frieze: This carpet style features long fibers with more twists, so the resulting texture is informal. It hides foot prints and other marks easier than other carpets, but is generally not suited for high traffic areas. If the piles are longer, it is called “shag.”

• Cable: This style of carpet is made with thicker and longer fibers to provide a more “cozy” feel to the carpet when walked on.

 

Loop Pile: Loop pile carpets do not cut the yarn tips, making the loops visible. They are durable in construction, and are considered an “all-purpose” carpet. There are various styles to choose from including: level loop, patterned multi-level loop, and cut and loop.

Level Loop or Berber: This carpet style features packed short looped fibers. This provides a durable surface for high trafficked areas with an informal appearance. Some color flecks in the fiber may make it easier to hide dirt, but the height of the fibers may make the seams more visible.

• Patterned Multi-Level Loop: This carpet style features loops of varying heights to create a texture and or pattern.

• Cut and Loop: This carpet style is a mixture between cut pile and loop pile fibers. The variant makes for a textured appearance that is ideal for highly trafficked areas. As an added bonus, this type of carpet also hides dirt and stains.

 

Quality of Carpet

 

Carpet quality is determined by a variety of factors including: the fiber type, the fiber construction, weight, density, and twist. There are some manufacturers that refer to carpet by grade, but there is no universal grade system in place for carpet. The “grades” assigned to carpet by the manufacturer are generally used as a marketing tool. Though traffic ratings are important, one company’s “high traffic” rating may be better than another.

 

Weight

 

The weight of a carpet is important as it shows how many fibers are present. The more fibers, the heavier the carpet; the heavier the carpet, the better. The face weight of the carpet is usually provided when selecting the right carpet for a home or business.

 

Fiber Types

 

The durability, look and feel, and price of carpet are partially determined by the fiber used to make it. The most common fiber types are: nylon, olefin, polyester, acrylic, wool, and blends.

Nylon: This is the most popular fiber type used for carpeting. There are two different kinds of nylon used to make carpeting: nylon 6, and nylon 6,6. Nylon is present in roughly 60% of all carpets sold in the United States. During manufacturing, dye is added to produce a variety of colors. Nylon is a highly durable fiber, resistant to wear and tear. It is generally not a stain repelling fiber, though treatments are available to help protect it against staining. It is a conductor of static electricity, and when left in direct sunlight for long periods of time, will fade.

• Olefin: This fiber is not as resilient as nylon, but it is less likely to fade. It is a strong fiber that is resistant to wear and tear. This is an ideal fiber for any outdoor carpeting use because it is resistant to mold and mildew. This is not a comfortable carpet to walk on with bare feet. The seams of the carpet fibers may be more visible than with other fibers.

• Polyester: Polyester is increasing in popularity because it is a more cost effective option than other fibers. It is not suitable for highly trafficked areas, because it is less resilient than nylon fiber and is more likely to show damage and fade. If used with a thick cut-pile construction, it has a soft feel.

• Acrylic: Acrylic is not a widely used fiber, but it provides the look and feel of wool based carpets, without the expense. It is not a major conductor of static electricity, and is resistant to mold and mildew.

• Wool: Wool is the most expensive fiber in the carpet market today, because it is the only natural fiber used in carpet production. It feels good against bare feet and is highly durable. It is stain and dirt resistant, but will fade easily in direct sunlight.

• Blends: Blends of these fibers are used to improve the overall quality of carpet in terms of look and feel, and durability. The most commonly used blends are wool and nylon, and olefin and nylon.

 

Fiber Construction

 

The durability of a carpet relies heavily on the fiber construction.

 

• Bulked Continuous Filament: Otherwise known as BCF, Bulked Continuous Filament is yarn made from one strand of fiber. Texture is added to the yarn to add to the bulk of the carpet which helps to make the twist more permanent, increasing durability and the life of the final carpet. All Build Direct carpets are made with this construction.

• Staple: Staple construction is fibers made into short pieces of yarn, which inevitably causes the carpet to shed, and the fibers must be removed by vacuuming.

• Twist: Carpet fibers are twisted around additional fiber to strengthen the final carpet. It makes it more resistant to wear and matting, and texture changes.

• Heat Setting: Heat setting “locks in” the twist, to keep it from unraveling to strengthen the final carpet.

• Tufting: The finishing step to produce carpet, the fibers are pushed through needles and tufted to the backing. This is the step that determines the density because of the amount of yarn and how close the tufts are.

 

Density

 

Density is important to the life of a carpet because it shows how many fibers are used in the pile and how close the fibers are tufted together. The rule of thumb is: the denser the carpet is, the better quality it is. Test the density by running fingers through the carpet to determine if it possible to feel the backing. If it is hard to feel the backing, the carpet is dense.

 

Colors and Patterns

 

Colors and patterns are available in all kinds of carpet, regardless of construction, fibers, and type. There are enough colors and patterns available to suit any decor. Light colors make a room seem larger than it is, but they will show dirt and stains easily. Medium colors will hide dirt and stains a bit, so they are ideal for areas near the entrances of a building. Multiple colors may make a room look dated if the colors are not carefully chosen because they are not as common. They will also hide dirt and debris. Patterns are a great choice for children’s rooms because they come in a range from geometrical to floral.

 

Armed with this information, buyers will be able to determine the best carpet for the room(s) in question and the available budget for the project. When properly cared for, carpet can last many years and be an excellent investment.

Come visit a Diablo Flooring showroom to see many great carpet products.
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Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Millstone Hardwood Flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-millstone-hardwood-floorin http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-millstone-hardwood-floorin

The Millstone Collection is an incredibly versatile, distinctive and elegant line of hardwood flooring. This product is a best seller because it is versatile and easy to work with.

Millstone has become a trusted name in hardwood flooring and continues to gain many fans amongst home owners accross the United States. We invite you to join the numerous of happy consumers who are proud to say they own a Millstone floor.

Diablo Flooring is a San Francisco Bay Area flooring company dedicated to providing the best flooring brands at the best installation prices. Call us today at (925) 314-9663 to set up a consultation with one of our professionals to get started.

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Danville Shaowroom : 112 West linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94526 ( 925) 314-WOOD

 

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Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:34:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Benefits of WOOL Carpet : Showrooms in Pleasanton,Ca : Danville,CA : Walnut Crek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-benefits-of-wool-carpet-sh http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-benefits-of-wool-carpet-sh

Why Wool?

Wool is durable, resilient, affords comfort and safety - and wool is a renewable resource! Wool fibers are naturally superior to synthetic fibers, as well as longer lasting, inherently flame retardant and resistant to dirt and crushing.

Performance

  • SUPERIOR TEXTURE RETENTION & RESILIENCE... Due to the natural crimp that is inherent in wool fiber.
  • SUPERIOR WEAR -- Ask previous wool purchasers... Wool looks better longer and "Wears Gracefully".
  • NATURALLY SOLID & STAIN RESISTANT... Protection that won't deteriorate like the temporary additives that are used on synthetic fibers.
  • SUPERIOR DYE FASTNESS... Due to wool's natural ability to take in dyes.
  • NATURALLY FIRE RETARDANT and wool is self extinguishing. Wool is the fiber of choice for casinos and airlines for this reason alone.

Value

  • Slightly higher initial cost massively offset by product longevity and ease of maintenance. WOOL CARPET ACTUALLY COSTS LESS!!!!
  • WOOL CARPET ADDS VALUE and is the ULTIMATE STATEMENT OF STYLE, SUCCESS, AND COMFORT.
  • WOOL IS WARMER IN THE WINTER AND COOLER IN THE SUMMER. Wool naturally feels better, is more resilient, and helps moderate temperature and humidity in the home by absorbing and releasing moisture as needed.
  • Wool's natural soil and stain resistance allows for wool to require LESS CLEANING THAN SYNTHETICS.
  • Wool is a renewable resource and is biodegradable. Wool is a way to be kind to Mother Earth. WOOL IS GREEN AND IS RECYCLABLE.

Comfort

  • WOOL'S SOFT & NATURAL FEEL to the hand and beauty underfoot simply cannot be achieved with any synthetic fiber.
  • Wool is a NATURALLY DELUSTERED FIBER that is appealing to the eye and allows for a soft and comfortable appearance on the floor.
  • Wool's natural luster and gentle light reflection characteristics give a home or office an ELEGANT AND PEACEFUL BACKGROUND.

Quality

  • All HIBERNIA WOOL CARPETS ARE CAREFULLY TESTED for consistency, performance, and overall adherence to strict product specifications.
  • Our yarns are TRIPLE SCORED to enhance soil resistance and extend the life of the carpet.
  • HIGH TWIST YARNS equal higher performance and all HIBERNIA fabrics utilize higher than normal twist multiples to insure customer satisfaction.
  • All HIBERNIA carpet products are PERFORMANCE TESTED and TRAFFIC RATED to insure performance and proper utilization.
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    Come visit a Diablo Flooring  showroom to see many great wool carpet  products.

     

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    5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566 

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Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:31:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Tecsun Hardwood Flooring $4.99 sq ft or less http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-tecsun-hardwood-flooring-4 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-tecsun-hardwood-flooring-4

Since our inception in 2002, Tecsun Building Products has built a reputation of exceptional quality and customer service across the United States. We deliver a product that not only satisfies your needs but changes your lifestyle.

Using state-of-the-art technology, Tecsun Flooring Products has continuously strived to manufacture and market superior quality products surpassed by none in the industry. Tecsun hardwood and laminate floors are manufactured with the greatest care and backed by a warranty that assures your satisfaction. Rest assured, when you buy Tecsun, you'll buy a high quality product and an unbeatable low price.

The integrity of our products, the expertise and professionalism of our people, our revolutionary manufacturing systems and the strength of our distribution network have undoubtedly made Tecsun Building Products the most preferred brand with homeowners, builders and designers.

 

Danville,CA (925) 314-WOOD

112 West Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA

 

Walnut Creek,CA (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

 

Pleasanton,CA (925)426-RUGS

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Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:51:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Dublin,CA - San Ramon,CA - Concord,CA ( Laminate SALE ) http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-pleasantonca-danvilleca-wa-27005 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-pleasantonca-danvilleca-wa-27005

Diablo Flooring is a fully licensed flooring company providing various services to commercial and residential customers. Diablo Flooring offers flooring sales to install. We provide carpet, hardwood, bamboo, tile and vinyl. Diablo Flooring is company focused on Quality and Customer Satisfaction.

Our soft-sell approach is to listen to your objectives and help you make the best choices. Let your creativity and personal preferences guide you. Take samples of your favorites to show your family or your client in their intended environment. Take your time. Diablo Flooring will provide you with as much support as you need throughout the process, so bring your excitement and enthusiasm; we know you'll be thrilled with the end result.

Our core values are: Client Focused: Our goal is to provide clients the best experience they have ever had from any flooring company.

On-Time People: We are committed to being on time. Our on-time guarantee is backed by a $250.00 guarantee towards your purchase of new floors if we don't meet our on-time goal.

Furthermore, we provide FREE ESTIMATES and were voted best of Pleasanton 2009,2010 and 2011 for Best Flooring and Best Carpet Store from Pleasanton Weekly Readers Choice. Best of Danville ( Carpet and Flooring Company 2011 )

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12.3mm Woodgrain Laminate Flooring We now have our popular wood grain laminate flooring available in a 12.3mm thickness in several woodgrain colors with a manufacturer's warranty. This 12.3 mm flooring starts at just $1.99 a square foot and we also have the underlayment starting at 17.5¢ a square foot.

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8mm Woodgrain Laminate Flooring We now have our popular wood grain laminate flooring available in a 8mm thickness in several woodgrain colors with a manufacturer's warranty. This 8mm flooring starts at just $1.09 a square foot and we also have the underlayment starting at 17.5¢ a square foot.

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Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:56:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc: Dixie Home Carpets Brings Affordable Fashion http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-dixie-home-carpets-brings http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-dixie-home-carpets-brings
 

                                                                        Dixie Home Carpet

Bring beauty, style and warmth into your home with Dixie Home carpets. Dixie Home offers an array of high fashion, trend setting residential broadloom carpets which includes traditional velvets, contemporary patterns and a wide range of interesting textures all in exciting, fashion forward colors.

Dixie Home was founded on the premise that fashion and design do not have to be limited to the high end of the market. Although a relatively new company, Dixie Home draws upon its association with the Dixie Group, a leader in textiles for over 90 years, to fulfill that need. We use premium materials throughout the manufacturing process featuring an extensive array of Stainmaster® products. The difference in our products goes beyond the visual. It’s inherent in every step of the manufacturing process insuring you fashion that will stand the test of time.

 

Danville,CA (925) 314-WOOD

112 West Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 

 

Walnut Creek,CA (925)988-WOOD 

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596 

 

Pleasanton,CA (925)426-RUGS 

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566 

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Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:46:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Eternity Laminate Flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-eternity-laminate-flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-eternity-laminate-flooring

Renaissance Collection

Inspired by the warm, rich feeling of wide plank floors from an earlier era, the Renaissance Collection is sure to bring distinction to any room. Eternity has crafted this beautiful floor to have a wood-like brushed oil finish-giving it both modern and traditional characteristics. By selecting the Renaissance Collection, you can rest assured that your home will reflect elegance and style.

 

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Danville,CA (925) 314-WOOD

112 West Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 

 

Walnut Creek,CA (925)988-WOOD 

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596 

 

Pleasanton,CA (925)426-RUGS 

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566 

www.diabloflooring.com

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