Is Carpet Better for Those with Environmental Allergies? We’ve heard many shoppers lament that they can’t have carpet because they have allergies. And while allergies impact everyone differently, it’s not universally true that allergy sufferers have to rule out carpet, and not all carpet is created equal. Increasingly, emerging evidence suggests the right kind of…
More now than ever, customers are demanding environmentally friendly products when making flooring and other home improvements on their properties. Manufacturers are aware of the dangers of VOCs (harmful gasses) and phthalates (toxins from plastic) and are adjusting their products accordingly. Read on for the scoop on flooring, toxins, and how to protect your family…
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…
Maybe you just bought a house that could use some sprucing up. Maybe you’re flipping a house to sell for profit, or you’re a realtor trying to sell a home to a new family. Or maybe you’ve simply been living in your home for a while and want some new flooring. In any case, one…
We love cats, and we love carpet! But not all carpet is equal, and not all of it plays nice with our furry friends. Which carpets will hold up best to the wear and tear from a cat? And which will your cat like best? Make Sure Your Cat Has a Litter Box This one…
We love our furry friends, but they can be a lot of work! They can also be hard on your upholstery, furniture, and flooring. Of course, if all we cared about was stain resistance, we’d cover all our floors in non-porous tile, but you don’t want your home to look like a commercial kitchen. So…
It’s no surprise that carpet is our favorite flooring surface — it’s comfortable, soft, warm, and helps insulate your home from noise and heat, which keeps you cozy in winter and cool in summer. The Best Carpet Style For Stains One of the best ways you can keep spills from ruining your carpet is to…