Snow, salt, and soggy boots—here’s how to protect your floors this winter Winter brings plenty of charm—crackling fires, festive lights, and time with loved ones. But it also brings a lot of mess,...
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The Pros and Cons of In-Stock Flooring vs. Special Orders
Living by the beach is a dream but when it comes to home maintenance, coastal life comes with a few curveballs. Flooring is one of the first places homeowners along North Carolina’s Crystal Coast...
Best Flooring Types for Coastal North Carolina Homes
Coastal living has its perks — salty air, beach breezes, and that laid-back lifestyle. But if you live near the water, you know the challenges that come with it: high humidity, sand everywhere, and...
Choosing the Right Flooring for Coastal Living in Morehead City
Living near the coast in Morehead City, NC, means enjoying sea breezes, sandy toes, and sunshine nearly year-round. But when it comes to your home's flooring, the coastal lifestyle also brings some...
Bring the Beach Home: Summer Flooring & Interior Design Tips for Crystal Coast Living
Summer is here on the Crystal Coast and that means it’s time to bring those breezy, beachy vibes inside! While many think of swapping out throw pillows or adding coastal-themed decor, one of the...
Spring Cleaning Tips for Different Flooring Types: A Comprehensive Guide from Eastman Floors
Spring is the perfect time for a deep cleaning, and that includes your floors! After months of winter, dust, dirt, and grime can accumulate, leaving your flooring in need of some attention. Whether...
Why Blue Backing Shaw Carpeting is the Best Choice for Your Home
When choosing the ideal carpet for your home, it’s crucial to prioritize durability, style, and convenience. Shaw Floors’ blue backing carpeting offers all of this and more. As a top choice for...
Staying On Trend with Flooring in 2025: What’s Hot for Your Home and Business
As we look ahead into 2025, flooring trends continue to evolve. Whether you’re remodeling your home, upgrading your office, or enhancing a retail space, choosing the right flooring is more important...
Upgrade Your Home for the Holidays with Our Shaw Color Wall Sale
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re here to help you bring your home dreams to life! This holiday season, our Shaw Color Wall Carpeting is part of an exclusive holiday sale you won’t...
Interior Design Tips for Using Area Rugs to Define Spaces in Open Floor Plans
Open floor plans have become a staple in modern home design. They offer flexibility, encourage flow, and create a sense of spaciousness that appeals to homeowners and designers alike....
Transform Your Outdoor Space with Stylish and Durable Outdoor Rugs
As the heat of summer cools down, many people enjoy spending time in outdoor settings. A great way to upgrade an outdoor space is through an outdoor rug. Outdoor rugs are more than just...
Layering Area Rugs
In the world of interior design, layering area rugs has emerged as a creative way to enhance living spaces. This trend goes beyond functionality, offering the chance to add depth, texture, and...
A Beginner’s Guide to Selecting and Installing Stair Runners
Staircases are often the focal point of a home giving them the power to make a significant design statement. However, beyond aesthetics, they also play a crucial role in ensuring safety....
Perfecting Your Dining Room: A Guide to Area Rug Placement
The dining room is a central gathering space in many homes, a place where family and friends come together to share meals and create memories. One of the key elements in creating a warm and...
How to Make a Small Room Feel Larger with the Right Flooring
When it comes to interior design, creating the illusion of a larger space can be a challenge. But with more families choosing to stay put in their starter homes, it’s a challenge that many...
Protecting Your Crystal Coastal Home’s Flooring from the Beach
Living by the Crystal Coast offers many benefits, from breathtaking views to easy access to the beach. However, coastal living also comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it...
Create Your Coastal Granddaughter Retreat: Decorating Tips for a Seaside Theme
If you're captivated by the coastal granddaughter aesthetic, why not infuse your home with the same timeless charm? At Eastman's Carpets & Flooring, our area rug selection exudes coastal...
Navigating Your Flooring Journey: Four Factors to Consider
Choosing new flooring can be an exciting (and sometimes intimidating) decision in your home renovation process. There are tons of flooring solutions to choose from, and the Eastman’s team is...
Signs Your Flooring Needs a Refresh: A Comprehensive Guide
When it comes to your flooring, there are subtle signs that it might be time for a makeover. In this guide, we'll explore the indicators for different flooring types – luxury vinyl planks, carpet,...
A Comprehensive Timeline to Planning Your Vacation Home Flooring Project in the New Year
Are you considering a flooring makeover for your vacation home in the upcoming year? Planning is key to achieving the perfect balance between aesthetics, functionality, and durability. In this...
Experience, Quality & Service: Something to be Grateful For
November. The month of giving thanks. At Eastman’s Carpets & Flooring we are thankful for our customers and friends who have kept us in business as the top flooring company in the area...
How to create a seamless flooring transitions
When it comes to choosing the perfect flooring for your home, a “one-and-done” solution doesn’t always make sense, and, frankly, it can be a bit boring. In most homes, you’ll find different...
Senior Friendly Flooring
Which types of flooring are best and safest for aging seniors and elderly adults? According to the CDC, more than 1 in 4 adults aged 65 or older fall each year. And, out of these falls, 20%...
Covering the Crystal Coast with Quality, Selection & Service
Looking for a flooring partner that you can trust? Look no further than Eastman's Carpets & Flooring! We are a third-generation family-owned and operated business for more than 50 years, and we...
Protecting Floors in Summer
Summer tips to protect floors and keep them looking good Wet feet, sandy flip-flops, extra guests, sun, and humidity. All these can take a toll on your home’s flooring during the summer. But,...
Step into Spring with Clean Floors Under Foot
While warmer weather is calling us to spend more time outdoors, your floors could probably use a thorough spring cleaning, and it will be a task that will make your home shine. Where do you begin?...
Debunking Five Myths about Carpet Flooring
Choosing new carpeting for your home is a big decision, especially when you consider it will be around for the next five to 15 years. What pattern works best with my furnishings? What about color...
Five key questions for your flooring expert
What you see is what you get. Or is it? That gorgeous flooring you saw in the full page spread of your favorite home magazine may be your heart’s desire. But is it really right for your home...
Bedroom Flooring Ideas
Your bedroom should be a comfortable escape from the stresses of the day. The right bedroom floor creates a tranquil, restful tone for the entire room, but what are the best bedroom flooring...
Staying on trend in 2023 with area rugs
Viva Magenta has been selected as the color of the year for 2023 in the Pantone Matching System (PMS), and at Eastman’s Carpets, we have a wide variety of area rugs that can help you add that...