Design, Wine and Dine Event in Atlanta

May 16th, 2012 by Malika

Atlanta: You are cordially invited to join us for the first ever Floor & Decor’s Design, Wine & Dine Event, hosted by Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles. Vendors and designers will be on hand to discuss the latest designs, styles and trends. If you haven’t been to our showroom recently, you’re in for a treat! We have hundreds of new brand name products on display. You will also be able to learn about the FREE design services that we offer to both do-it-yourselfers and industry professionals.

I’ll be there and you can meet our designers and ask them for their advice on your home improvement projects as you sip some delicious wine and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeurves from one of Atlanta’s hottest restaurants, Bottle Rocket.

We will be raffling a $500 F&D Gift Card, Installation Vouchers, and a Winery Gift Basket. To enter, sign up when you arrive. We are so excited and can’t wait to see you everyone! Invite a friend. R.S.V.P.: Amanda Rhodes – 404.633.4888 – arhodes@flooranddecoroutlets.com.

Who: Floor and Decor Designers and You
What: See the latest products and learn the latest trends while sipping on wine and noshing on tasty food
Where: 1706 NE Expressway, Atlanta, GA 30329
When: Thursday, May 24, 2012, 6:30pm until 9:30pm

Tons of new products at the lowest prices? FREE help on how to design and install it? Tasty vino and bites? How can you miss it? See you there!!

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Vinyl Wood Planks: Inexpensive Alternative to Hardwood Flooring

May 11th, 2012 by Malika

Searching for a less costly alternative to hardwood flooring? Need something that will stand up to heavy foot traffic, resist tears and stain? Then consider Vinyl wood flooring planks. I know what you’re thinking, “Vinyl Flooring, really??” But Vinyl flooring has come along way. Vinyl Flooring used to tear easily but the new material is so strong it would have to be put under extreme circumstances to tear. And it looks and feels like hardwood flooring.

Source: VinylPlankFlooring.co

Technology has improved to the point where the image of a material can be imprinted on vinyl to produce the look of hardwoods or even ceramic tile in an array of colors. Not only do Vinyl Wood Planks have the look and feel of hardwoods, but they resists water, tears and scuffs. Vinyl flooring is also extremely easy to install. It makes a perfect choice for a basement!

Benefits of Vinyl Wood Planks:

  • Resists tearing, scuffs and water
  • Stands up to heavy traffic
  • Prevents dirt and stains from getting into the grain
  • Easy to Install
  • Costs much less than hardwood flooring

Vinyl wood planks have a polyurethane material coated on top to protect it against and kind of damage but it also helps prevent dirt and stains from seeping into the grain. Since it is resistant to dirt, food and drinks it is a great choice for those with pets or children.

Because Vinyl Flooring can stand a ton of abuse, being very resilient to scratching and staining, it is often used in commercial applications. This heavy traffic is something hardwood floors can’t stand up to.

Vinyl wood plank flooring is also easy to install. They come with interlocking planks that can be installed over a weekend. The cost of vinyl flooring is almost half of what hardwood flooring is. Of course that depends on which you buy, but overall vinyl wood planks offer a lot of savings.

Floor and Decor has 16 different shades of vinyl wood plank flooring. View the full line of shades of vinyl wood plank flooring available at Floor and Decor here. Prices range from $1.59 to $2.49 per square foot. What’s your favorite shade?

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Mother’s Day DIY Craft: Ceramic Tile Hand Print

May 8th, 2012 by Malika

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Moms love to get homemade presents from kids. And with this hand print ceramic, it is a gift that moms can look forward to getting year after year, as their children grow. We’ve put together this DIY project using ceramic tile that is easy and fun for children to do. Make sure there is adult supervision of course.

Find individual tiles for sale at Floor and Decor. No need to buy in bulk if you only have a need for one or two tiles.

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • One unglazed ceramic tile: 4 x 4 or 6 x 6, depending on the size of the child’s hand.
  • Jar of what is called “Ceramic Underglaze” Try to choose a color that is darker than the tile like blue or green so it will show up well.
  • A soft brush – ½ inch or 1 inch size.
  • Sponge
  • Paper towels

Image Source: FactoryDirectCraft.com

Make sure that your child cleans his or her hands thoroughly. Any dirt or oils on their hands deters the process of the glaze bonding to the tile. The same goes for the tile itself. Make sure that it is wiped clean and allowed to dry completely.
Adults, hold the child’s hand over the tile before applying any paint just to make sure it will fit. Tell them ahead of time, it is important to keep their fingers spread apart so that they don’t touch. Then once you’ve mixed the glaze as the instructions say on the bottle, apply one coat of glaze their hand. Obviously it needs to be enough of a glaze to make an imprint on the tile, but not too runny that is smears.

You’ll have to make sure to gently press the child’s fingers and thumb onto the surface. Most won’t know to press firmly enough the make the imprint. Also, roll your hand over the child’s fingers, so that the entire finger gets imprinted. Lastly, take your fine brush and write the child’s name and date or year on the tile. Allow it to dry and voilà! You’ve created a unique mother’s day present that will be appreciated for years to come!

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Floor and Decor Opens New Store in Boynton Beach, Florida

May 4th, 2012 by Malika

We’re flooring the beach! Floor and Decor has expanded their operations into the Boynton Beach, FL area and we will be opening a brand new location on Thursday, May 10th, 2012.

Floor and Decor will provide area residents with the best options when it comes to flooring in Boynton Beach. Floor and Decor is unmatched in its selection of tile and hardwoods. Offering discount pricing on ceramic tile, wood floors and marble, the store has an extensive inventory that contains one of the widest selections of tile in Florida. We will also offer an extensive selection of counter tops to residents.

Opening on Thursday, May 10th, Boynton Beach’s Floor and Decor is located at:

1974 High Ridge Road
 Boynton Beach FL US 33426

We hope you are as excited as we are! You’ll be floored by our pricing and selection!

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Blue Tarp Commercial Lines of Credit for Contractors

May 2nd, 2012 by Malika

While most of the Divas blog applies to consumers, this post is for professionals. Pros, I want to tell you about a service available from Floor and Decor that will allow you to manage your business even better. It is Blue Tarp Financial for commercial lines of credit.

Blue Tarp Financial provides credit lines, payment terms, and online tools to help grow your business. Blue Tarp is the only financial services company dedicated to builders, installers and general contractors. Blue Tarp isn’t just another credit card, offering much more than that to expand your business.

Instead of spending hours to track your job analyzing receipts, Blue Tarp keeps track of purchases down to the SKU level and they can be downloaded in a CSV file, which helps in tracking expenses. In turn, you are more efficient at job costing.

With Blue Tarp’s online reports, have the tools you need at your fingertips. The reports are easy to access, even from a job site, so you can pull the necessary information for a meeting or track expenses by a specific job. The ‘Job Tracker Report’ shows the total material costs of a job with just a click of a mouse.

Benefits of Blue Tarp Credit:

  • Job Costing – Track invoices by job code, job name, or even job phase with the online job costing tools. Categorize purchases to see where your money is being spent.
  • Generous Credit Lines – Feel confident to bid on large projects, knowing you have credit extension with Blue Tarp. This has helped many businesses increase market share in a slow economy.
  • Customer Service – Fast, friendly efficient help. Not just some automated computer that can’t answer questions.

Oh and did I mention that there’s no membership fee or annual fee involved? Yep, that’s right. To sign up for Blue Tarp, visit the ProDesk at Floor and Decor or visit Floor and Decor’s Blue Tarp Page.

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More Selection of Granite Slabs for Counters

April 27th, 2012 by Malika

One of the most popular improvements homeowners make are new counters. While there are many choices when it comes to selecting which material, Granite is a terrific  option. Granite is classy looking with a low maintenance – just re-seal it once a year. Granite also has become much more affordable in recent years, and much more appealing  than comparably priced Corian.

In my half bath, granite was an easy choice. I loved that a kit was available for purchase from Floor and Decor. What  if you want the same look in a double vanity master bath? Floor and Decor’s got you covered with large slabs of granite perfect for a double vanity bathroom or kitchen. While Floor and Decor has always carried pieces of granite in the square foot size, the advantage with these large slabs is that there are no seems, offering a fluid, uniform look.

I was thrilled to find the full slabs of granite available at Floor and Decor. The color selection at the time wasn’t huge but they’ve added many more colors. My favorite is the Kashmir Gold? What’s yours?

Note: Granite slabs are not available for purchase online. Visit your local Floor and Decor store to find these granite slabs.

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Wood and Tile Tent Event Hits Select Cities

April 25th, 2012 by Malika

As you know, Floor and Decor doesn’t have sales. We consistently offer the lowest prices throughout the year. All of this with the best selection too. However, we occasionally have a Tent Event where you can get exceptional deals on certain items.

We are having one such event over the next several days in three select cities. Tent Events will be at our Atlanta, Glendale, and Houston (North Freeway) locations this weekend only! For 5 days (April 26-30), get amazing deals!  These deals are limited to these particular store locations only. You won’t find them online. Visit early – once the selection is gone, it’s gone.

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Linen Tile: Hot Look for Kitchens and Bathrooms

April 20th, 2012 by Malika

Whenever I  visit Floor and Decor I seem to always find something new that I fall in love with. My latest crush? Linen Tile. They have such a unique look. So, it was super cool when I discovered Linen tile walking around Floor and Decor. But I was at a restaurant this past weekend and saw it installed in the bathroom. And you know what? It looks even better. I especially liked the use of the Linen tile three quarters of the way up the wall.

The Linen Collection of ceramic tiles have a textile design. They are the perfect solution for kitchen and bathroom floors! There are several different color combinations to choose from. Mix and match or pick your favorite color from the collection. This is a high density ceramic tile, meaning that it is recommended for heavy traffic, all residential and most commercial applications such as the public areas of exhibition halls, hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, shops and schools.

What a neat look! This would make a gorgeous statement in any bathroom or kitchen. And it is reasonably priced at only $2.25 a square foot. What do you think?

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No Excuses for Incomplete DIY Projects

April 17th, 2012 by Malika

We know there are plenty of reasons why you may not have started or finished your DIY project. But we want to conquer any obstacles that have prevented you from completing your DIY project thus far. At Floor and Decor we offer the best selection at the lowest prices. It’s true. We even do comparison shopping for you and post prices so you don’t waste your valuable time shopping elsewhere.

Once you identify what materials you’d like to use in your project we teach you how to install them. There are free DIY clinics EVERY weekend to educate shoppers on exactly how to tackle that DIY project they’ve wanted to try. We even take it a step further by offering free design services. Yep, you read that right. We have designers in each store that are there to help you get your project off the ground. Our designers can assist you with everything from product selection to color coordination to sketching your layout. They are there for you, so take advantage of them.

Now that you know all that, doesn’t that make it a little less scary to begin work on your project? If you are still apprehensive to start your DIY project, please take a moment to let us know why. Click on the image below to take our survey. Thanks!

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Lower Prices on Glass Tile

April 12th, 2012 by Malika

You know at Floor and Decor we love to share with you the latest in design trends. Last week I told you about the handmade tiles we carry that are produced right here in the USA! Not only are these trendy, but since they are hand made, each is one of a kind. So, I also wanted to share with you, the new low prices on the ultra-trendy Glass Tile.

Not only does this design have staying power, (read: you won’t have to be replacing it in a couple years because it is out of style) manufacturers have improved the quality of the product which has to led to even more creative Glass tile designs than ever before.

Glass Tile Features:
* Mix of colors – bold glass tile mixed with neutral stone tile on many of the patterns.

* They come with mesh backing for easily installation. The mesh is also easy to cut when necessary.

* They come with opaque backing on the glass tiles. No need to smooth out any trowel lines.

Glass tile is always a beautiful and popular option to add to any home. To make it even more affordable, we lowered the cost on dozens of glass tile varieties. These are just some of the examples. Check out the rest of the Glass tiles here!

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