About one in five people suffer from allergies, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. If you’re besieged with sneezing and watery eyes each spring, you’ve probably heard about things you can do to minimize allergens in your own home. As your local flooring experts, Sloane’s would like to offer a well-rounded…
When the world turned upside down in March 2020, so many of us had to change the way we work, live, learn, socialize and even shop. For the staff at Sloane’s Carpet Secret, we quickly began to wonder if buying carpet was one of those activities like algebra class or happy hour that could be…
Much like your home has a foundation, your rooms do as well—flooring. Set the tone for your design scheme with a distinctive carpet choice. While a neutral tone in any carpet will likely complement many styles of decor, some options lend themselves to a signature style. Which one speaks to you? Mid-Century Moments If you…
If you’re in the market for new carpeting, knowing exactly what you’re buying helps you to better understand and evaluate performance and value. After all, you want your carpet purchase to be a smart investment that will last for years to come. Here, General Manager John McConnell at Sloane’s Carpet Secret breaks down the factors…
Candice Olson, a well-known interior designer, once said “The perfect antidote to dark, cold and creepy is light, warm and cozy.” As winter approaches and pandemic-induced hibernation sets in, many of us will take solace in interiors that offer a warm, comfortable coziness. Here are a few easy ways you can warm up your living…
Known for its durability, stain-resistance and easy maintenance, Berber is a popular choice for families living the active Colorado lifestyle. And while budget and personal style will always play a role in any carpet choice, there are some other important facts to know in order to choose the best Berber carpet for your home. First…
Smell that? Ah, the scents of summer! Fresh-cut grass, sizzling barbecues, suntan lotion … and new carpet? Well, that last one may not be top-of-mind for everyone. But warmer, longer days do bring with them a mindset of rolling up your sleeves and tackling home improvement projects. Here’s why rolling out new carpet may be…
When you think of carpet that’s designed for high-traffic areas like hallways and staircases, you probably think of the thin, rock-hard carpets that line office buildings, airports, and department stores. It’s ugly, uncomfortable, and not something you want in your home. Most of that carpet is simply glued down directly to the cement, so there’s…
Buying carpet can be intimidating. Most residential carpet will last 10 to 15 years if you take good care of it, and since the average American family lives in their home for around 13 years, there’s a good chance you’ve never had to change out the flooring in any of the homes you’ve lived in.…
It’s a new year! That means going through your closets for clothes you don’t wear anymore and tackling renovation projects around the house. We recommend that you have your carpets professionally cleaned with a hot water extractor (sometimes called steam cleaning) once a year, and now’s a perfect time. Residential carpet should last up to…