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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 June 26,2011

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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Mon, 16 May 2011 17:20:00 -0700 Diablo Flooring,Inc (925) 988-WOOD What You Should Know Before You Buy Carpet http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-925-988-wood-what-you-shou http://diabloflooring.posterous.com/diablo-flooringinc-925-988-wood-what-you-shou

What You Should Know Before You Buy Carpet

You’ve decided on new carpet, but you want to shop smart. You already know how carpet is made and the difference between carpet styles, but what else is there to know before you buy? Lots.

Here are some tips to give you the upper hand on what will soon be underfoot!

Seams

Unless your room is narrower than 15 feet, you’re going to have seams. Most carpet comes in widths of 12 feet and 15 feet — and on occasion, 13 feet. The degree of visibility of your seams depends on the texture and color you choose, as well as the lighting and furniture placement in your room.

Bending

When you carpet your stairs, its backing may show on the bends. And if it’s a looped carpet, it can snag — especially at the seams or transitions. Check our Carpet Care section for information on how to properly care for looped carpet.

Nap

A carpet’s nap runs in a single direction, making pile reversal or the shading you see from a vacuum trail, completely normal for most cut pile styles. If you’re not a fan, window treatments and furniture placement can minimize the effect.

Quality

Let’s face it. You get what you pay for. If you want your carpet to have a great pile density and tighter twist construction (which leads to improved durability), then you’re going to want to go with a higher quality (and more expensive) product. New carpet adds value to any home, so it’s an investment worth making.

Color

Carpet covers a large part of any room, so it’s vital that you consider some basic rules when selecting its color. First off, know that once your carpet is installed, it’s going to look lighter in color than the sample you saw in the store. Don’t ask us why, that’s just the way it is — kinda like losing a sock in the dryer.

Next, recognize that color can affect the apparent size of a room. Call it a visual illusion or a trick of the light, but lighter carpet makes a room look larger and darker colors make a room look smaller and more intimate.

If you like to redecorate often or plan to move soon, go neutral. It’s much easier to imagine furniture in a room that is decorated with neutral colors.

Stains

It’s going to happen, no matter how long you hold out from sipping wine or munching on chips and salsa in your freshly carpeted room. Stain protection is an important consideration when buying carpet. Products come with various levels of protection and warranties. As the quality of a carpet increases, so does its stain protection level and warranty coverage.

Padding/Cushion

Padding or cushion is the layer of spongy material between carpet and floor. It’s the padding — not the carpet — that determines whether the carpet feels good or great under your feet.

A quality padding can help preserve a carpet’s look and can extend its life and comfort by providing tougher protection against wear and tear.

Padding is sold using quality specifications, not color specifications. The color of the sample you see in the store may not be the same color as what’s installed in your home. But as long as it feels good, who cares?!

Warranty

It’s a good idea to read the product specs and warranty coverage on the back labels of your carpet prior to purchasing. Doing so will give you the information you need to protect your investment — and eliminate any surprises down the road.

Diablo Flooring,Inc

 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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