Flooring Do's and Don'ts

Renovating your home? From choosing furniture to flooring, decorating isn’t the easiest of tasks. But when you have expert advice from textile experts, the decision can be a whole lot easier! As your green cleaning service in Norwalk and the surrounding area, we’d like to share with you the do’s and don’ts of flooring.

DO consider your home’s layout. If you have an open floor plan, using the same flooring throughout the space can help create a continuous appearance.

DON’T underestimate durability. From heavy foot traffic to broken glass, your floor can take a beating - so choose wisely according to how often the room will be used.

DO keep climate in mind. Damp humid weather can shorten a floor’s lifespan. You’ll want to avoid hardwood floors from warping and floors from creaking.

DON’T contribute to air pollution. Your home gets enough from the outside. Did you know both traditional vinyl flooring and newly installed carpet can emit high levels of BOCs for up to 72 hours. Choose an eco-friendly option.

DO opt for carpet. It’s overall the most comfortable and can hold allergens more than hardwood can. Plus, you have plenty more color options!

DON’T think carpet is worse for your allergies. As we said, carpet can act as a filter for dust and dander, which surprises many homeowners.

Once you settle on a floor you love, turn to Triple S! We proudly serve Norwalk and the surrounding regions and can help you efficiently clean your carpets, wood, tiles, grout, furntiure, and more! We are a family owned business with over 50 years of experience. If concerned about clean ability of your rug or carpet, ask the Rug Expert Steven DeMarco II at ext. 405

Triple S has three main plant locations:

Stamford Plant | 400 West Main Street
Norwalk Plant | 337 Westport Avenue
Stratford Plant | 1800 Stratford Avenue

2016 Top Flooring Trends

Thinking about remodeling your home for the New Year? If so, be sure to add flooring to your checklist! When you dig up that old carpet, you might realize that your floors need some major updating.

First impressions are lasting impressions, so choosing the right floor is crucial! Check out some of the latest, most beautiful top flooring trends that are in high demand for 2016: 

Wide Planks. You can expect to see a growing number of homes with long, wide planks in the home. With the latest technology and engineering, this flooring product provides more stability that will last for many years.

Light Wood. For a while, traditional dark wood flooring was a popular trend, but now that the economy is starting to improve, lighter tones are in higher demand. For example, driftwood is a trending choice, especially for beach-front inspired homes.

Gray. Currently, gray flooring is taking over the market as opposed to dark wood. This especially works well in a home that has a minimal look or modern Scandinavian style. There are plenty of flooring options available in gray, such as laminate and vinyl.

Reclaimed. Many homeowners are jumping on the Green bandwagon by going all natural in the home. But not only is reclaimed wood eco-friendly - it’s also one of the top flooring trends for 2016. Why? Because using old, reclaimed wood adds characters and tells a history of where the wood originally came from.

If finding a new flooring solution is your goal before the New Year, then consider these four popular options. When you find the perfect new floor for your home, be sure to keep it clean! At Triple S, we offer you the skills and experience to take care of any and all of your floors. To learn more about our services, give us a call at 203-847-8000 or visit our website.

Triple S has three main plant locations:

Stamford Plant | 400 West Main Street
Norwalk Plant | 337 Westport Avenue
Stratford Plant | 1800 Stratford Avenue