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Picking the right carpeting for your home is important. Finding the right installer is doubly so. If you have little or no experience with the process of shopping for and installing new floors, things can be a bit confusing. There are a lot of things to consider and many people don't even know ...

That long-running debate can feel almost like a television cliffhanger, but a soft surface installation is, and always will be, the most popular choice for the home. The carpet pros in our store are telling us that rug sales are holding steady, and, in fact, ever-increasing.That said, what’s ...

When envisioning a new bedroom, you're likely picturing a space that's both calming and comforting. A room that's not only visually appealing, but also a soothing environment for your senses. Though you may believe it to be a small detail that doesn't necessarily need much attention, the truth is, ...

Whether your home is brand new, or you’re in the midst of remodeling, carpet is a perfect covering for your floors. As the only soft surface floor covering available, it brings many benefits to the table, as the unique material that is really is. For instance, it has great safety features, and can ...

Relax! ”Soft flooring” is just another name for “carpet installation,” and right now color is king when it comes to carpet. Carpet comes in an assortment of colors, patterns and fibers, so there’s something for everyone. Despite all the debate among designers, carpet sales are still going through ...

You've combed the carpet stores, hunted down the best carpet sales, and finally found the perfect carpeting for your vision of what your home should be. Congratulations! Now, all you need to do is get ready for the big installation!A lot of people, especially first-time remodelers, start to get a ...

There's nothing quite like a carpet installation. The cozy, soft fibers are so very inviting to feet and toes, no matter where you live or what climate you tend to have. But are you taking care of your precious soft surfacing? While you may wish you could just pop those fibers into your washing ...

This is really advice about saving money on your carpet installation. A lot of manufacturers run purchase incentives and promotions, especially in the October-December period. Places often move out merchandise to make room for next year’s introductions. Be sure to ask your carpet store if anything’...

When you’re in the market for brand new flooring, nothing beats a carpet store that can meet all your needs, all from one place. Some homeowners spend weeks, even months, shopping around for the perfect product, then they go to great lengths to find an installer who can put it in for them. Once ...

Typically, soft surfacing is less expensive than hard options like natural stone or hardwood. As such, it's an excellent alternative when you're trying to stick to a budget for your renovations. At Carpet Giant, we know it can be difficult to keep costs down when you're excited about your upcoming ...

When you have flooring needs, there’s no point in choosing just any old carpet store. In fact, you want a company with plenty of experience in flooring. You want a company that’s been around for a while and has a history of excellent customer experience. You also want a company that knows all the ...

Here at the Carpet Giant carpet warehouse, we get a lot of questions from people who are trying to decide which type of flooring would be best for their homes. Oftentimes, they would like to know how a given floor covering will improve their home and quality of life. So, we thought it might be a ...

Did you know, in 2017, there were 3.9 million people who worked at home? That’s according to the The 2017 State of Telecommuting in the U.S. Employee Workforce, compiled by FlexJobs.Those numbers are expected to keep growing.When it comes to flooring, the home office has special needs and the ...

If your family tends to retreat to the comfort of a family room at the end of the day, you're not the only ones! For many, this living space represents things such as comfort and family time. As such, it often becomes a much-used area, falling into disarray due to overuse. If your house is in ...

If you’re like many homeowners, only carpet will do when it comes to a floor covering for your home. In fact, some wouldn’t consider any other type of material for their floors. And why not? This flooring is luxurious underfoot, it comes in styles, designs and colors that any décor can be accented, ...

The moment you walk into our carpet warehouse, you're sure to make a bee-line to our wide assortment of soft surfacing materials. While the dark colors can hide kid and pet stains, you'll undoubtedly eye our white and creams with both interest and fear. At our Carpet Giant Houston showroom, we know ...

The Time has finally come. You've combed the local carpet warehouses, chosen your perfect carpeting, and now you need to get ready for the big installation. If you are like most people, you probably have no idea what to expect, and that means you probably don't know how to prepare.Many people tend ...

When it comes to health issues, carpet has gotten a pretty bad rap, because of a lot of misinformation and untruths out there, so you may just want to visit a carpet store once you hear this truth from Carpet Giant in Houston.First, it absolutely does not exacerbate allergies and asthma. In fact, ...

From wine spills to running kids, muddy paws to soccer balls, your soft surfacing material sure sees a lot of busy days. It's no surprise, of course, since they line your floors! However, at some point in time, you'll need to decide if it's time to visit the /contact for a new replacement. Yet, it ...

It’s a long-running debate, but let’s be clear: Carpet installations are not, nor have they ever been, outdated, out-of-style and unpopular. This flooring is the perfect balance of form + function. It can be a beautiful addition to your home, and it comes in so many colors, style, textures and ...

Here at Carpet Giant, we have been in the business of carpet sales and carpet installation for over 40 years, and we take carpet very seriously. So, who better to tell you about all of the great things carpeting can do for your home than the pros?We know that most people don't think about carpeting ...

At Carpet Giant, we aim to help homeowners keep their flooring up-to-date, and a great place to start is with new 2018 trends. With our guide, you can find stylish, durable ideas, a perfect way to maintain a modern home and fashionable design. Flooring technology is booming, and that means new and ...

Want wall-to-wall carpet, but are a little concerned that you’ll get bored with seeing the same expansive single color day after day?Or maybe you’re afraid the talk is true, that it will make your home seem dated. Or you won’t have the budget to remodel.Let’s put those worries to rest, because it ...

Finally, after a few years of flagging popularity and low carpet sales, 2017 was an exciting year for the carpeting world. When the going gets tough, the tough get going; carpeting manufacturers have certainly responded to those bad years by getting going, and every carpet warehouse and carpet ...

My mother used to have a saying: “Just because you hear it, doesn’t mean you should believe it.”That applies to a carpet installation! Contrary to what some people say, carpet is here to stay. It adds style to any decor, traditional or modern, and these days it comes in so many bold colors and ...

If your home is due for a fresh redesign, then you may want to consider adding hardwood during your flooring installation. Not only will this gorgeous material, which never goes out of style, deliver a rich, warmth to any home, it will also completely transform an entire room. The only problem ...

It’s such an exciting time when you’re finished with all your flooring research and finally decide upon hardwood floors for your home. Not only are you choosing one of the most elegant materials, you are making an investment in your future. Along with all the many benefits of hardwood flooring, you ...

No matter how professional and efficient your flooring installation service is, there's bound to be a reasonable amount of chaos introduced into your life by the arrival of a crew of people doing work in your home. It's simply unavoidable. However, there are some things you can do to mitigate the ...

“All I want for Christmas is a nap,” said this little girl to Santa: www.click2houston.com by Amanda Cochran.We can’t promise you a nap, but Carpet Giant of Houston, can promise you a stress-free flooring installation, whether you’re sprucing up your home for the holidays or are planning a complete ...

Once you've set your heart on carpeting for your basement flooring installation, it can be difficult to figure which type would best suit your home. The truth is, once you've dismissed the possibility of water issues in the basement, some carpeting types are indeed more ideal than others. At Carpet ...

Here’s an uplifting story. Nine weeks after Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, HistoryMaker Homes has opened model homes in three communities and plans to double the amount of homes it already has underway: www.chron.com by Katherine Feser.People are once again focused on rebuilding, or settling into ...

Like it or not, you'll end up with extra hardwood pieces after a flooring installation job. Regardless of the renovation project, you'll need to calculate the amount of material you'll require, but also add more to that final tally in the event of mistakes or imperfections. The last thing you want ...

Sometimes you just need to get away from it all, even if it’s only for a few hours. It might seem strange to celebrate, but you’ll be a lot more productive in the long-term.Houston residents are still reeling from Hurricane Harvey, and businesses are struggling to stay open and make rent and ...

At Carpet Giant, one thing we have always prided ourselves in offering quality flooring installation. And things certainly haven’t changed! Now more than ever, especially in the wake of the recent hurricanes and flooding, you might find yourself in need of someone to install your flooring. More ...

We were originally going to write this blog about the benefits of using our professionals for flooring installation, but the results of Harvey changed that this week.It’s no longer “business as usual.”Carpet Giant is a family-owned business, and we’ve been around for more than 40 years. That means ...

If you are like most people, you probably don't know the first thing about flooring or flooring installation. The real problem with not knowing about something, is that you may not even know enough about which questions to ask to learn more. Well, Carpet Giant has your back! This quick guide should ...

It’s safe to say that real estate is booming in Houston, TX. Not only is the residential market ultra-hot, but the commercial market is also hopping, with spaces leased by EDF Trading North America, EDF Energy Sources, One Real Estate Investment, and more.To read the full story: www.chron.com by ...

We hear a lot, especially on social media, about DIY (do-it-yourself) projects. More and more home projects are being pitched as these types of projects. However, don’t be fooled; not everything has a comparable DIY aspect! Flooring installation is one of those things.Hardwood flooring should only ...

Imagine this twist on an old idea: The pool party, but this time they have mermaids who splash around and entertain. Yup, they rent tails and delight kids on their birthdays. They even offer swim lessons for the little would-be sea creatures. At the introduction, "The Little Mermaid" songs are ...

Imagine this: You've just found the perfect flooring for your home, but have no clue how to install it. Worries, be gone! The Carpet Giant flooring installation experts shall come to YOUR rescue. They are here to help you solve even your toughest installation issues. Our Houston showroom ...

If you are the type of person that needs wide open spaces for your living environment, and you live in Houston Texas, this article is just for you! For a home that gives privacy and plenty of room to roam, take a look at these homes. Although the price tag on some of these homes is out of ...

When it comes to new flooring installation, homeowners and business owners alike, want professional, affordable services when they buy their new flooring systems. This applies to any type of flooring, without exceptions. At Carpet Giant in Houston, TX, we are true pro's when it comes to both ...

For some time, many people in Houston have been wondering about their pensions. It now seems that lawmakers have made some important decisions, and this should bring some relief to those Houston residents that it will affect. This is the first part of the story that alerted us to this vote by ...

If you own, or manage, a business in Houston, you may already know how challenging it can be to find quality commercial flooring installation services. At Carpet Giant, we know the issues that you are faced with when it comes to finding quality flooring, and then finding those who can work ...

Unless one lives in cave, everyone knows that some wicked weather has rolled across Texas and other states. In its wake, much damage has been done to property, and lives were lost in some areas. This type of dangerous weather is not uncommon to us in Houston, but it still takes us by surprise ...

If you live in Houston, TX, or nearby, you may have already heard of Carpet Giant, our large selection of flooring systems, and our professional flooring installation services. We know that when homeowners or business owners in Houston buy new flooring, they also need professional installation ...

At Carpet Giant in Houston, TX, we like remembering our history. We also like the whole idea of independence and freedom. For us, being able to own your own home is one of the most significant acts of freedom and independence any person can make these days. We read recently about an historic ...

At Carpet Giant in Houston, TX, we have been providing quality flooring installation services to our customers for years now. We are very proud of the fact that our installers are true experts at installing any type of flooring that we sell. With their years of experience, they know the right ...

There has been a lot of news of late about football legend Major Applewhite. He is certainly busy these days, and one thing he seems to be doing is selling his current home and looking for a bigger one in Houston. Texas loves its football, and virtually nothing goes unnoticed if it is even ...

Getting professional flooring installation services for your new flooring is crucial if you want to get the most out of your investment. This is simply a fact, and it is one that should not be ignored. There are many benefits to having your new flooring installed correctly, and we would like ...

Have you ever wondered what the numbers were for buying a home in Houston as compared to renting? If so, you will be interested in a new study that has just been released detailing that exact question. Some of the conclusions may be surprising, and some will be confirmation of already held ...

There are some jobs that robots will never take from humans, and one of those is flooring installation. In order to install a new flooring system to a high degree of excellence, quality people are needed to do the work. This is a simple fact, and there are no short-cuts that we know of here at ...

If you have ever wanted to live in the White House, but do not want to run for office, move to Washington, or be surrounded by the Secret Service, you may want to consider bidding on the Sterling Mansion. This Texas gem is a scaled-down replica of the White House and it is going on the auction ...

For the vast majority of consumers, buying new flooring systems also means arranging for quality flooring installation services. This holds true for virtually all types of floors, with the possible exception of laminate flooring that many homeowners choose to install themselves. For all other ...

Kitchen renovating is a very popular home improvement for homes across America. One of the issues homeowners face, however, is how to do something to the kitchen that has not been done a million times before. How to be unique and different. At Carpet Giant, we often have customers ask us about ...

There may be times when our customers need their flooring installation done fast. Perhaps you have damaged floors, or you are planning to host a party and want new flooring installed before the big event. At Carpet Giant, we can install your new flooring quickly, and that is not just talk. In ...

Technology seems to be everywhere these days, and it also seems as if it wants to come into the average home. A recent story addressed this issue, and we thought we would share it with our reader. At Carpet Giant, we are not anti-tech, but we do wonder where it will stop. Here is a short ...

There may be times when your home or business needs emergency flooring installation services. When this happens, you can count on Carpet Giant to be there for you, your family, and your customers. We know that bad things often happen to good people, and that includes a variety of mishaps, ...

Most people know that life has changed a lot over the last 75 years or so. In many ways, life is much better. However, in other ways, maybe it is not. One way to visit the past is to look at pictures that show us how people lived and worked in back in the so-called “good old days”. A recent ...

Imagine: You are buying new flooring and the issue of flooring installation comes up. You now have three options. You can install the flooring yourself; hire some third-party to do the installation work; or choose us to install your new flooring system. Of the three, we believe that hiring us ...

For the most homeowners, and many, many businesses, there are two main things that say a lot about you to those who visit your home or business. The first is your front door, and the second is the flooring within the property. We noticed an interesting story that other day about how front ...

Flooring is a mostly overlooked design element to a home improvement project. The walls, windows, doorways and furnishings are usually the most sought after design areas utilized to dramatically turn a room from drab to fabulous. It is certainly a fact that a well done room will have at least ...

At Carpet Giant, we enjoy hearing news of renovations to older buildings and homes in the Houston, TX area. There is something special about older buildings, and many of these structures may have years of future service. Such may be the case with vacant building located in the downtown area. ...

Getting new flooring for your home is an exciting time. Looking at the possibilities, the types of flooring, the styles, the colors and the textures that each brand can bring to a home makes the imagination run wild. You can see how beautifully the darker tones of your new hardwood floor will ...

The amount of rain that Houston, and surrounding areas have seen of late, is nearly unbelievable. This level of water causes a variety of problems for both homeowners and business owners, and that includes damage to property. For many of these people, new flooring will be needed, and that ...

You have decided to update the flooring in some areas of your home and have taken all of the necessary steps to procure the right flooring for your project. Maybe some carpet for the bedroom, some tile for the kitchen and bathroom, or some solid hardwood for the living room. No matter which ...

Texas has been under some of the most extreme weather on record. Areas all over the state, including Houston, have been hit over and over again with huge amounts of rain. These rains have caused many areas to flood, and that means many homes and businesses have been damaged by water. For many, ...

A home remodel is never a simple project. There are unexpected delays and expenses, and your home may often feel more like a construction site than a home. These experiences are what drove our flooring store Carpet Giant to put together an experienced team that has mastered all the techniques ...

Have you ever wondered what other homeowners in Texas are spending their money on when they decide to do some type of home remodeling? Ever wonder if there are any trends or themes being used by other homeowners? Now, you have some answers. In a report released by the Texas Association of ...

In a perfect world, we would all go to our local flooring retailer and know what we want or need, then buy those products. Then, a flooring installation specialist would come to our home and lay down our flooring with ultimate skill and knowledge, caring about what our needs are, as well as ...

For decades, Houston residents have loved the Astrodome. It is a true landmark for Texas and has stood the test of time. Ralph Anderson was one of those who drew up the plans for the “dome” and now we learn that his home is up for sale in the old Museum District. Anderson's home, like his ...

Finding the perfect hardwood flooring for your home is a wonderful feeling, even though it can be a long and challenging process. With such a large variety available, you may have found yourself getting lost in the seemingly endless styles of hardwood. Finding a hardwood installation service ...

You do not need to be a technical wizard to know that many jobs and occupations are now looking to high-tech and virtual reality applications as methods of moving their goods and services forward. Because of advances in technology, many occupations that were once “human based” are now becoming ...

New hardwood flooring is considered one of the most beautiful and durable hard surfaced flooring choices on the market today, especially when expert hardwood installation services have been used to set them in place. When you personally view the diverse number of designs available for nearly ...

Hardwood installation services are just one of the many home improvement jobs that may see an increase as home sales fall in the Houston, TX area. The reasons are fairly simple to understand. As oil drops like a rock in price, more and more people are being laid off from jobs. These same ...

Tile flooring is usually considered to be the most adaptable and flooring choice on the market today. When you personally review the nearly limitless number of styles available to suit your home’s interior design scheme, you’ll quickly see just how many ways that you can use tile to enhance ...

When it comes to renovating a truly old house in Houston, many things have to be considered. What to keep and what to toss is always at the top of the list for such things as old tile flooring or old hardwood flooring. Should you try to restore that flooring or would it make more sense to ...

A great way to add a classy and elegant aesthetic to your Houston home is by choosing tile as your flooring surface. Tile flooring is an easy to maintain and beautiful way to tie in your home’s décor and show off your great taste. Residents all over Texas are visiting the Carpet Giant showroom ...

Tile flooring is generally considered the most adaptable and affordable flooring choice on today’s market. When you personally view the diverse number of styles suitable for nearly every home’s interior design plan, you’ll discover just how many ways you can use tile to enhance the ‘look’ and ...

Across America, including Houston, TX, new home construction is slowing down because of a shortage of carpenters, electricians, carpet and tile flooring installers, plumbers, and just about any other construction trade. Many experts have been looking into this problem and their findings are ...

So you have found the home to spend the rest of your life in and you want floors that will stand the test of time as well. Tile flooring is the most durable and long lasting flooring on the market today. Tile has been known to last for not only decades, but even centuries. Tile floors aren’t ...

Tile is a classic choice for flooring in a house, and it’s easy to see why. It can be used in almost any room and is resilient against harmful wear and tear like scratches. It’s also fire-resistant, so if an accident happens, little harm will be caused by it. It’s easy to clean and durable, so ...

If you’re looking for a type of flooring for your home or office that is easy to maintain, durable and versatile, then tile flooring could be just what the doctor ordered. With an enormous selection of colors, sizes, patterns and shapes tile flooring is perfect on walls, as flooring in ...

Have you been considering adding tile flooring to your home or business place? If so, you are not alone. Many people are discovering the benefits to having tile flooring and choosing it as an alternative to carpet or hardwood. And when it comes to quality tile flooring, Houston residents often ...

You have finally found the wood flooring you have been looking for and you couldn’t be happier with the way it has turned out! Now you want to make sure you maintain them properly to keep them looking glossy and brand new for the years to come. Worry not for there and many solutions to ...

So you decided to consider wood floor for your home, or one of the rooms of your home. Look for wood flooring in several different styles – solid, engineered and longstrip. Solid wood is limited in its area of use because it is the least dimensionally stable of all the woods. It is best not to ...

When decorating a new home or remodeling an existing home, choosing your new flooring first is generally the first thing to do. Flooring not only influences the ‘look’ that you wish to have in a particular room, it also affects adjacent rooms. This is why the same flooring selection ...

Calendar-wise, Earth Day for this year has come and gone. But if current trends in earth-friendly flooring products and services are any indication, soon every day will be an Earth Day. Environmental responsibility has taken solid root in flooring as manufacturers adopt and adapt materials ...

Water and wood really don’t get along very well. And while it doesn’t happen too often, they sometime meet rather unexpectedly. This meeting is rarely good news, but it doesn’t have to be disastrous either.Hardwood floors can be beautiful, durable and long lived. They are comprised of a ...