Diablo Flooring,Inc http://diabloflooring.posterous.com 3 Bay Area Locations : Pleasanton,CA - Danville,CA - Walnut Creek,CA posterous.com Tue, 30 Oct 2012 16:52:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc - Lauzon Hardwood Flooring Dealer - Walnut Creek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-lauzon-hardwood-flooring-d http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-lauzon-hardwood-flooring-d

* Walnut Creek,Ca - Danville,CA - Pleasanton,CA  Lauzon Hardwood Flooring Dealer *

Lauzon is renowned for being a manufacturer of some of the finest quality hardwood floors available in North America. Featuring cutting edge products and environmentally conscious manufacturing processes, they are truly a leader in the field of high grade hardwood flooring. Lauzon hardwood floors come standard with their exclusive Polynium+ Titanium Traffic finish, ensuring that these floors will last for years of daily use. This finish provides an exceptionally clear surface that is incredibly resilient, all while preserving the wood’s vibrant natural beauty.

The available hardwood flooring collections by Lauzon include such lines as Line Art, an artistic series of contemporary wooden flooring that is perfect for urban applications, and the International Next Step series, a collection that features various foreign wood species, providing an exotic feel wherever applied. There is nothing rustic about these hardwood floors; Featuring sleek modern finishes, they are perfect for contemporary homes and urban spaces, creating an inviting, warm atmosphere that is suitable for a multitude of styles.

To offer a more traditional option, the Country and Antique collections of Lauzon hardwood flooring have been developed. Country offers a sense of classic sophistication that works well with either modern or classical décor, and Antique features wooden floors designed to appear worn, that can either complete an antique design scheme, or contrast a modern, artistic space perfectly. Lauzon hardwood floors are an excellent way to enhance any space with the sophistication and elegance that a true wooden floor can provide, with innovative finishes and stunning contemporary designs that are a beautiful asset to any home.

Looking for Lauzon Hardwood Flooring? Look no futher. We offer Lauzon Wood Floors for homes in San Francisco Bay Area. Contact us today!

Walnut Creek Showroom (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

Danville Showroom (925)314-WOOD

 

112 W. Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA 94596

 

Pleasanton Showroom (925)426-RUGS

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

 

Online http://www.diabloflooring.com

 

 

 


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Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:13:00 -0700 PLEASE VOTE FOR US FOR THE BEST OF PLEASANTON ( READERS CHOICE 2012 ) DIABLO FLOORING,INC http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/please-vote-for-us-for-the-best-of-pleasanton-26430 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/please-vote-for-us-for-the-best-of-pleasanton-26430

As we look back on this past year, we are so thankful for all of the wonderful people who have come to Diablo Flooring for all there carpet & flooring needs.  So much of the growth of our company is based on referrals and word of mouth. We just want to Thank You.

The “Best Of Pleasanton” favorites contest is such a great way for people to find out about Diablo Flooring.  If you’re thankful that we’re here, and you’ve loved the care we’ve given you, it’d be so great if you could take a moment to VOTE FOR US for the “Best of Pleasanton”.  You can vote up until May 20,2012

Just go to this link:  http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/best_of/voting/form.php?peek=yes

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Best Carpet / Flooring Store  : Diablo Flooring

Thank you so much for taking the time.  We super appreciate it !

 

 

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Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:28:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Here is why we should all Shop Local http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-here-is-why-we-should-all http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-here-is-why-we-should-all

SHOP LOCAL  For Your Carpet And Flooring Project 

When you shop at a mega-retailer chain store or an online retailer, most of your dollars leave the local economy. You may save a few cents, but the loss to our hometowns results in local unemployment, higher taxes, and reduced services. By supporting locally-owned, independent businesses, communities keep their dollars working for them as they enrich the local economy, increase the diversity of available products, provide better service and improve the quality of life for all of us.


 

In the late summer of 2005, Kepler’s, a fifty-year-old independent bookstore in Menlo Park, California, abruptly shut down. Owner Clark Kepler explained that bookstore chains and Amazon.com had displaced so much of the store’s sales that he could no longer pay the bills. But before Kepler could file for bankruptcy, the business was swept up in an outpouring of community grief. Hundreds of local residents rallied outside the shuttered store, which was soon covered in forlorn love letters from customers describing how the bookstore had been the center of community life and what a loss it was.

“Can’t the store be saved? You’re one of the main reasons I’m here.” Many offered money: “How about a monthly donation? I can do $50/mo… Give us a Web site so we can all support you. Let us help. Please.” Soon someone set up SaveKeplers.com and the pledges poured in.

Five weeks after it had closed, Kepler’s was back, saved by a group of local investors who vowed to return the business to sound financial footing, and numerous small donations from residents. One of the more remarkable aspects of this community effort to save a bookstore is that many of the people who rallied – who so adored this business that they could not conceive of their town without it and were willing to give their time and even their money to save it – confessed in interviews with reporters covering the story that they, too, had been buying more and more books online and at Target and Borders.
They loved the store for its many author events and for the joy of browsing and meeting neighbors, and for the sense of community it fostered, but that devotion did not always translate into regular patronage. The store’s near closure brought into stark relief just what was at stake.

Trading independent retailers for big-box chains weakens the local economy. This is because local stores recycle a much larger share of their sales revenue back into the local economy, while chains siphon most of the dollars spent at their stores out of the community, funneling them back to corporate headquarters or to distant suppliers. The added economic benefit of local stores has been dubbed the “local premium”. Several studies have quantified it. From Andersonville IL, Austin TX, Boulder CO and San Francisco, economic impact studies show that locally owned stores generate greater benefits for the local economy than do national chains. The Andersonville Study, for instance, shows that for every $100 a consumer spends: Local businesses give back $68 to the local economy. Chain stores only give back $43.

 

The Local Premium impacts:
· Local payrolls, as locally owned businesses spend a larger share of their revenue on local labor because they carry out all management functions on-site, rather than at corporate headquarters.
· Procurement, as local retailers spend more than twice as much buying goods and services from other local businesses. They bank locally; hire local accountants, attorneys, designers, and other professionals; advertise in local media; and source inventory from local firms.
· Profits; because their owners live in the area, a larger portion of the local retailers’ profits stay within the local economy.
· Charitable giving, as local retailers donate more on average to local charities and community organizations than the chains do.

 

Adding dollars circulating in the local economy translates into a larger number and wider variety of available jobs. The implications of the local premium for how cities approach economic development are significant. Not only do big-box stores eliminate more retail jobs than they create, but they reduce local economic activity and job creation in other sectors. Conversely, expanding local businesses generates substantially greater economic benefits.

 

By supporting locally-owned, independent businesses, communities keep their dollars working for them as they enrich the local economy, increase the diversity of available products, provide better service and improve the quality of life for all of us. During this recession, now more than ever, if you understand this issue and care about your community you should PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR HOUSE IS!

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.

Diablo Flooring,Inc has 3 Local Stores.

Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588 (925) 426-RUGS

 

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

 

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

 

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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

5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566

www.diabloflooring.com

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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 

www.diabloflooring.com

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Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:18:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring : Spring 2012 Carpet & Flooring Sale : Pleasanton, Danville, Walnut Creek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-presidents-day-2011-weekend-c-31700 http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-presidents-day-2011-weekend-c-31700

All Shaw carpet products will be $3.00 off per square yard this month only... 

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

 

Also Diablo Flooring will give away a new Shaw area rug every month this year!
(Just " LIKE " Us) Next Drawing is April 30,2012
It's your FREE Area Rug to Win...
Shaw Carpet Style: Ultrashag Color: Chocolate Fudge Size: 8’00″ x 5’00

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Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:41:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Prescott Collection Laminate Flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-prescott-collection-lamina http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-prescott-collection-lamina

Prescott Collection Laminate Flooring

12MM Thick x 7.5" Wide x Random Length Up to 6' Long
14.8 sq. ft. / carton
45 lbs. / carton
... 25 Years Finish Warranty Residential
5 Years Finish Warranty Commercial
Laminate Flooring that has been made to look and feel like the oil finished products.
Looks and feels like Provenza Old World Collection, DuChateau Collection, Navarre Collection, French Collection and Nikzad Oil Finished Product.

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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Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:06:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring,Inc: An announcement we have been sitting on..... http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-an-announcement-we-have-be http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-an-announcement-we-have-be
Waiting...waiting...waiting...wanting to let you all know about it....
And now, we can!

We would love to have you pay us a visit over at Houzz and check out our Ideabook.
Leave us a comment there so we will know you stopped by!

And we hope you will stop by every month and check out our latest finds.

Just click on the link in our sidebar to see more of Diablo Flooring over at Houzz.

Thanks so much for letting us share this news with you and a big thank you to the folks at Houzz for giving us this incredible opportunity!
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Diablo Flooring wants to give you a FREE area rug! (Just ” LIKE ” Us) on Facebook. How about a beautiful new area rug to protect and beautify your floors and to keep them looking fresher and newer longer. Drawing is January 31,2012


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Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:16:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Area Rugs OR choose to Make Your Own Rug ! http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-area-rugs-or-choose-to-mak http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-area-rugs-or-choose-to-mak

Choose from an assortment of area rugs from modern to traditional.

  • Indoor/Outdoor
  • Sisal and woven rugs
  • Shags and other interesting textures
  • Traditional oriental rugs
  • Wools and blends

OR choose to Make Your Own Rug, cut and bound to your own specifications.

1. Select from any material in the store.

2. Specify exactly the size you want from a perfect square to an extra long rectangle.

3. Select your border out dozens of options from colorful canvas to bright or neutral serged binding.

Come in now and see just how easy it is to Make Your Own Rug.

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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Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:59:00 -0800 Diablo Flooring,Inc : A Woman’s Guide to Flooring from Shaw Floors : Pleasanton,CA Danville,CA Walnut Creek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-a-womans-guide-to-flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-a-womans-guide-to-flooring

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In my perusal of the Shaw floors tips and trends, I noticed this helpful little booklet on “A Woman’s Guide to Flooring” underneath the question “Not Sure Where to Start?”. Click here to download now!

The guide has some fabulous tips such as determining the functionality of the room and the personality you’re trying to create, and gathering swatches that meet these choices. There are a number of flooring types available: carpet, ceramic tile, hardwood floors, laminate flooring, and area rugs.

Style 101 in the guide lists four different styles to help you choose your floors: modern, retro, natural, and fashion-inspired. I feel like there are many more styles than just these, but it’s a start. More flooring tips and trends mark the end of the booklet, listing tips like pleasing the eyes and the feet with your flooring, not to be afraid of color (also see Shaw’s “Color Cues”), going green, and layering up.

Please stop by one of our showrooms to view many great Shaw products .

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 ( Opening November 25, 2011 )

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, 24 Sep 2011 12:24:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : New Products : Columbia Laminate And Hardwood Flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-new-products-columbia-lami http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-new-products-columbia-lami

Natural Looks. Timeless Style.

 

 

Columbia is one of the leading hardwood flooring in the United States. They are known for their quality of premium wood floors. The style Amelia is one of their leading product lines. It is a 5 inch plank that is available in solid or engineered. Amelia is available in these wood specie choices: Ash, Maple, American Cherry, Walnut, and Hickory. Each board is hand sculpted to have a unique look. There are 13 color choices in the Amelia line down below.

 

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588 (925) 426-RUGS

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

www.diabloflooring.com

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Sat, 17 Sep 2011 10:46:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : How To Clean Hardwood Flooring... http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-how-to-clean-hardwood-floo http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-how-to-clean-hardwood-floo

How To Clean Hardwood Flooring

Your hardwood floor is installed. Your house finally feels like a home. But now what? How do you care for your new investment? 

Meet Mat

Floor mats are a wonderful thing when it comes to hardwood floors. Tiny particles, like dirt, can act like sandpaper and scratch your wood. By placing a floor mat at each entryway and encouraging family members and guests to wipe their feet, the majority of dirt and grime will remain on the mat. Also put a floor mat or rug in any area where water could be splashed — like near the kitchen sink. This will hinder any possible water damage.

Note that rubber-backed or non-ventilated floor mats or rugs can damage your floor. Instead use floor mats or rugs made especially for hardwood floors and be sure to shake them out regularly.

Whistle While You Work

Along with a hardwood floor comes the responsibility of keeping it clean. The better care you take, the longer your floor will maintain its original beauty. Step one is to purchase a high quality broom so that you can sweep your floor regularly of dirt, dust and other particles.

Second step is a vacuum cleaner without a beater bar, to get in between the boards and other hard to reach areas.

Deeper cleaning techniques vary depending on the installation and finish of your hardwood floor. For “Finish in Place” hardwood floors, using an 8”x14” terrycloth mop with a rotating head that makes cleaning corners, under cabinets and along base boards as simple as pie is recommeded.

Professional cleaning products recommended by Diablo Flooring can be used to remove tough stains and spills without dulling the finish of your wood floor. Makers of “Pre-finished” floors recommend their own specific products for routine maintenance. Check with us for details.

Do and Don’ts

Don’t wax a wood floor with a urethane finish

Do use cleaners that won’t leave a film or residue

Don’t use ammonia cleaners or oil soaps on a wood floor — they’ll dull the finish and affect your ability to recoat later.

Do use a professional hardwood floor cleaner to remove occasional scuffs and heel marks (just spray some cleaner on a cloth and rub the stained area lightly)

Don’t wet mop or use excessive water to clean your floor (wood naturally expands when it’s wet and can cause your floor to crack or splinter).  For information on steam cleaning hardwood floors, see our blog post on Floor Talk.

Do clean sticky spots with a damp towel or sponge

Do minimize water exposure and clean spills immediately

Go Deep

If and when your hardwood floor begins to look like it belongs beneath the feet of gold miners in an old western saloon, it’s time to consider screening and recoating.

Screening is the process used to abrade or grind down your floor’s polyurethane finish. Next, fresh coats of urethane are applied. The result is a rejuvenated floor that looks as good as the day it was installed!

If the damage to your hardwood floor is severe, then you may require sanding and refinishing. This process involves sanding your floor down to the bare wood and refinishing it. Only go to this effort if screening and recoating doesn’t solve your problem. Replacement boards may be available so you don’t have to refinish the entire area. Be sure to go pro whenever you have work done on your hardwood floors!

Protect Your Investment

All hardwood floors fade or change shades over time. Like our own skin, wood’s exposure to sunlight may greatly increase this process and cause permanent damage.

Window treatments are recommended to shade your floors from the sun’s harsh rays. We also recommend rotating area rugs and furniture regularly, allowing wood floors to age evenly from UV exposure.

To avoid permanent marks and scratches, it’s a good idea to cover furniture and table legs with flannel protectors. Be careful when moving heavy objects across your floor to avoid scuffing.

Ladies — your stiletto heels may be fashionable, but what’s not in fashion (or covered by your warranty) are the dents and scratches they cause to wood floors. Likewise, trim your pet’s nails regularly and keep any and all other sharp objects away from your floors.

Love your floors and your floors will love you back for a long, long time.

Visit us at  Diablo Flooring  for more info...

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Sun, 04 Sep 2011 11:13:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Hardwood Floors? We have an App for that... http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-hardwood-floors-we-have-an http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-hardwood-floors-we-have-an

Everything you need to know about 20 major American hardwood species, profiling the appearance, physical and working properties, availability and typical applications of each. Species are featured in clear, light, medium and dark finishes to help visualize stain combinations of flooring, cabinetry, moulding and furniture co-existing in a single design space. For serious woodworkers there is also information on workability. An added bonus, each species profile includes images featuring the wood in finished applications. Located at www.HardwoodInfo.com, the American Hardwood Information Center is the authoritative resource for consumers and professionals seeking information about American Hardwoods. As a service of the Hardwood Manufacturers Association, the Center provides information on selecting hardwood species and building with American Hardwood products. It also offers advice from industry experts on decorating, care and maintenance and design trends. The Center’s goal is to promote the use of American Hardwoods in home and building products ranging from flooring, cabinetry and millwork to furniture and building materials.

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588   (925) 426-RUGS

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Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:27:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring : Labor Day 2011 Weekend Carpet & Flooring Sale : Pleasanton, San Ramon, Walnut Creek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-labor-day-2011-weekend-carpet http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooring-labor-day-2011-weekend-carpet

Special sale on many selected styles & colors.

Friday & Saturday ONLY

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588   (925) 426-RUGS

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Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:23:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Six Tips for Picking out a new area rug ( Shaw : Masland : Fabrica ) http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-six-tips-for-picking-out-a http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-six-tips-for-picking-out-a

Rugs are really affordable décor enhancers for any living or work space. After a year of your first decoration, rooms need a little change and most of the time; little changes make a big difference. Rugs can definitely brighten up a room and give a whole new look for the new season. With so many rug choices out there, finding one that works best for you and looks great against the room can be pretty brain-wrecking.

Here are some tips to help you decide what area rugs goes best for your home:

Choosing the Location

When buying a area rug, one thing to know is where you would want to place it. This also needs to take into account the amount of traffic that will use the room and the spot where you’d want your rug to be on. For areas with high-traffic, an idea rug should be of high quality and durable. Style and taste isn’t a high priority compared to the quality unless of course that are is low in traffic. Rugs for high traffic areas need to be of good quality as it will experience more wear and tear.

Deciding on a Focal Point

You would also need to decide if the area rug is going to be the focal point of the room. If it is, then choose a rug with a design or pattern that screams attention. Rugs with plain colors or simple designs are better suited for areas where you’d like it to be in the background and if there is a furniture item that you’d rather focus on.

Pets & Children
Pets and children are other considerations to take into account. Pets have fur and most of them prefer to make the rugs their home, which can cause serious damage to your rug, especially if it’s expensive. If the rug is in high-traffic area and where kids and children are normally around, better to get a stain resistant rug. Most stores now offer rugs with stain resistant components apart from looking chic and stylish.
Deciding on your budget

Before you begin the process of shopping for your rug, you would need to determine how much you are willing to spend on the rug. All the items mentioned above will help you into determining your budget. You definitely do not want to overspend on an area rug especially when they come in a variety of prices. An area rug can start from as low as fifty dollars and can go up to a few thousands of dollars depending on the quality. If you are on a tighter budget, synthetic rugs are a good option. Synthetic rugs normally have fibers that are punched.

Decorating with a rug

When deciding on the size of the rug, always leave space between the rug and the walls. You do not want an area rug that pokes into the walls of the room. There should be a comfortable space between rug and wall. Some of the popular places to place a rug are under the dining table.

Area rugs that are used for the dining table usually measure up to 4 to 5 inches from out the table on every side. You will definitely have even borders around the walls in the room and even have enough space for the chairs. Seating comfortably at the dining table while looking chic will definitely increase your appetite.

If you know what to look for and know what you want, area rugs are beautiful season updates for your home.

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom.

Walnut Creek,CA (925)988-WOOD

1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596

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5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94566.

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Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:09:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : California Classics Hardwood Flooring http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-california-classics-hardwo http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-california-classics-hardwo

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While cheap hardwood flooring from discounters and home improvement stores can seem “good enough”, in reality cheap flooring is not a good value. Over time, you’ll probably regret a decision to scimp on something as important to your home as flooring is. It simply pays to invest in fine hardwoods.

California Classics Flooring.
True Hand-Scraping by Artisans.

Lots of hardwood flooring brands these days deceptively claim their products are “hand-scraped” when they’re actually scraped by lightly-trained workers using machines. A discerning consumer can easily tell the difference.

You’ve probably seen this “fake” look on mediocre reproduction furniture: the monotonous patterns and machine-made appearance of the scraping and grooves. It’s worse on a hardwood floor, where the broad expanse makes the repetition even more obvious, and over time, tiresome to the eye. What might be acceptable to you when you look at a few boards in a store might not be when it’s spread across your living room.

California Classics flooring artisans have been personally trained by a nationally-renowned hardwood flooring master to “read” each piece of wood, determining its one-of-a-kind personality, and then to choose the right tools and techniques to fully bring out this character. California Classics flooring craftsmen are highly skilled at adding natural-looking chatter marks, antique wear and tear, distressing, scraping, worm holes and more, in different areas of each board, without repetition of patterns, depths, etc.

There are no machines, no assembly lines, no large quantities being pushed through quickly to save time and money. Each flooring plank is individually inspected for its unique patterns, grain and colorations, and hand-carved and scraped to complement its beautiful marks of individuality. No two floor boards are the same!

When in a flooring store, please compare our true hand-scraped hardwood flooring to typical machine-scraped hardwood flooring. The difference is obvious!

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Pleasanton - Livermore - Dublin - San Ramon - Danville - Aamo - Walnut Creek - Concord - Lafayette - Orinda - Moraga - California

Come visit a Diablo Flooring Showroom to see the California Classics hardwoods.

Danville,CA (925) 314-WOOD

112 West Linda Mesa Ave Danville,CA  

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1813 Mt Diablo Blvd Walnut Creek,CA 94596  

Pleasanton,CA (925)426-RUGS 

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Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:46:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc : Ernest Hemingway Hardwood Flooring : Pleasanton & Walnut Creek,CA http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-ernest-hemingway-hardwood http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-ernest-hemingway-hardwood

Old Havana Collection

Ernest Hemingway called Cuba home for nearly twenty years. From his grand Spanish colonial estate outside Havana he penned some of his finest and most memorable works. The time worn and authentic antiquing of the Old Havana Collection offers the same casual Caribbean charm that Hemingway found so enticing.

Ketchum Collection

Featuring richly toned finishes and antique distressing, the Ketchum Collection honors Ernest Hemingway's rugged Idaho retreat and his love for the great outdoors. An avid outdoorsman, Hemingway's passion for the natural world is echoed in the native species, authentic textures, and warm colors of the Ketchum Collection.

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588   (925) 426-RUGS

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At Diablo Flooring, we pride ourselves for being not only Pleasanton & Walnut Creek,CA  best selection for brand name carpets for any budget; we’re also Bay Area's number one source for quality service and expertise. Our team of carpet experts is here to help you with every decision along the way. Whether its budget related, style related, or something in between, we are able to answer your questions and assist you in picking out the perfect carpet for you and your family. We have been awarded the Angie’s List Super Service Award multiple times for our exemplary service and commitment to our customers.

From the moment you step into Diablo Flooring's showroom, you’ll be in awe of our incredible selection of carpets. We carry every style and textile you can imagine and are willing to work with anyone’s budget to ensure that you get exactly the carpet you want for exactly the price you’re willing to pay. Whether you want the finest wool or a basic berber,Diablo Flooring has it. Our experts will help guide you through the differences in brands, pricing, and style so that you can make an educated decision about your home’s next carpet.

If you’re on a tight timeline, Diablo Flooring is the place for you! We carry many different carpet brands in local stock at all times. This means that your new carpet can get installed next day!

If it’s commercial grade carpeting that you’re looking for, Diablo Flooring is your one stop shop. We work with dozens of Bay Area area condominiums, builders, small businesses and designers for their commercial carpet needs. Our central locations in Pleasanton and Walnut Creek,CA makes it easy for builders and designers to visit our showroom at their convenience. Our team of commercial carpet experts will help you pick out the perfect carpet to meet your durability, style, and budget needs.

Whether it’s residential or commercial, Diablo Flooring has the carpet for you! Visit our Pleasanton or Walnut Creek,CA carpeting, showroom today to meet our experts and pick out the perfect new carpet for your home or business!

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588   (925) 426-RUGS

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

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Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:54:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc | (925) 426-RUGS | STAINMASTER® | You Have to Feel It to Believe It! http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-925-426-rugs-stainmaster-y http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-925-426-rugs-stainmaster-y

You Have to Feel It to Believe It!
STAINMASTER® carpet with Tactesse® fiber is the incredibly durable carpet with the uniquely soft touch. In the past only natural fibers could offer this caliber of softness. Now you can get this feel PLUS the added bonus of the large variety of styles and great maintenance qualities that STAINMASTER® nylon offers.

  • The uniquely inviting feel is created by finer fibers.
  • The difference is especially noticeable in loop pile and high twist frieze carpets.
  • STAINMASTER carpet with Tactesse fiber stood up to over 25,000 fans at the 2001 Orange Bowl National Championship Game.


Carpet Fiber Technology
Tactesse® fiber, made with the same unique STAINMASTER® type 6,6 nylon that you already know so well, provides the same amazing resiliency and strength for years of unmatched carpet durability!

  • Premium carpet fiber reduces fiber loss usually caused by foot traffic over time.
  • The nylon fiber in STAINMASTER carpeting ensures a beautiful appearance for years to come.
  • Sturdy nylon carpet fiber retains colors longer.
  • BCF (Bulked Continuous Filament) eliminates carpet fuzzing and shedding.

If your in the market of new flooring,please visit us.

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Pleasanton Showroom : 5600-D Sunol Blvd Pleasanton,CA 94588   (925) 426-RUGS

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