You’ve spent hours looking over flooring samples and selecting the perfect luxury vinyl plank. Your home has been measured to the inch, and the big day is almost here – the installation of your new...
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TLC for Beach House Flooring
Crystal Coast beaches attract millions of visitors every summer. Every beach house owner, full time or only seasonal, knows the beauty of the coastline comes with the extra difficulty of keeping a...
Extra Is Just Enough
Experienced contractors know that no two jobs are the same, but one aspect of a flooring installation never changes. The best contractors know how to prepare for it; you’re going to need extra...
Bring the Outdoors In
2018 is seeing more home owners blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living spaces. It’s time to bring the outdoors in. Home owners are using patio flooring and concrete slabs throughout the...
Grey is the New Black
Image Unsplash.com Colors can make a home feel welcoming and fun-loving, but too much color can lend to a feeling of chaos or childishness. Where do you start when you don’t want plain white or a...
Replacing Floors: Don’t Forget Thresholds
Flooring renovations are a great investment in your home. When planning your flooring projects, don’t forget to allow for thresholds. A threshold is the entryway from room to room and for our...
Eco-Friendly Materials [Happy Earth Day]
Earth. Earth. We only have this one planet to call home, so let's show it some love and support this upcoming Earth Day! If you’re considering a new floor, consider an eco-friendly option. It’s...
Warm Tones for a Chill Retreat
After spending a summer day at the beach, nothing beats returning to your summer home, sipping a cold drink, and watching the sun set over the Atlantic. One way to make your chill retreat feel cozy...
Case Study: The Difference New Floors Can Make
Updating your floors can rejuvenate your home. Remodeling an entire home can be a big undertaking that requires a large budget. If you want to freshen up your home on a moderate budget, consider...
Springing For New Floors
It’s springtime. While you’re looking forward to longer days and flowers, it’s also time to tackle “spring cleaning.” This time of year, you can find motivation to clean out closets, reduce...
NC E-Procurement for Agencies
Over the years, government budgeting and bidding have changed. A few state government agencies, including North Carolina, have created E-Procurement services to help government agencies have the...
Choosing a Trusted Contractor
Every renovation project has a few twists and turns. Hiring a trusted contractor who can help you navigate the process is important. Your budget is approved, you’ve got an idea or two for new...
Employee Spotlight: Shannon Stokes
At Eastman Carpets, we take pride in our company and the team members that make us great. We’re happy to celebrate them and their accomplishments and to give you a chance to learn about what makes...
Spring Cleaning Specials
Cold weather will be ending soon. It’s almost time for spring cleaning. Winter’s rain, snow, ice and mud have likely been tracked in and even with cleaning, your floors may be looking a little worse...
Feature Product: Luxury Vinyl Plank – Distressed Look
Reclaimed and distressed wood has made a comeback. Industrial design trends and home improvement shows like “Fixer Upper” and “Property Brothers” have brought a revival to reclaimed and distressed...
Modernizing Beach Decor
We can’t wait for long summer days at the beach, and enjoying the beach house with friends and family. Part of the summer prep season is getting the house ready – including updating your dated beach...
Fall in Love with Vinyl
Some people hear the word “vinyl” and immediately remember bright linoleum filled kitchens with floral patterns, dated colors, and unrealistic textures. This is not your grandma’s vinyl. Get ready...
Flooring for Commercial and High Traffic Areas
There comes a time when every agency needs flooring replaced, especially organizations that see large numbers of people walking on their floors every day. Businesses, schools, hospitals, government...
Planning Ahead for Beach Property Renovations
Your beach property may be your personal retreat, a place for the kids and grandkids or a source of rental revenue… but the last thing you want in any case is delays and aggravation when it’s time...
Organizing Your Space: Grouping with Rugs
You’ve likely heard the saying, “a place for everything and everything in its place.” Organized spaces feel more orderly and tranquil. Spaces that are undefined, unorganized or cluttered...
Keeping Your Floors Clean in 2018
Keeping your floors clean is one resolution worth keeping this year. Protect your family, your pets and your floors in 2018 by paying just a little bit of attention to the floors you walk on every...
Water Damage 101
Water damage can be a home owner’s worst nightmare. From leaky faucets to flooding, damage is often swift and has serious consequences. In Eastman’s Carpet and Flooring’s newest guide, we’ll review...
Maximize with Molding
Once you’ve decided what type of new flooring to put in your home you’ll need to consider transition molding. Molding and trim can make an impression and it’s a critical detail that often gets...
Employee Spotlight – Tom Crews
Tom Crews grew up in the community of Kinston, NC in Lenoir County where its rich history reflects its early foundation. Tom attributes his positive attitude to his upbringing and being surrounded...
Good Tidings For Christmas Tree Cleanup
Holidays are a joyous time with family and friends, Christmas is by far one of the most wonderful times of the year. We do so much to prepare for the holidays to make this time memorable and fun -...
Design Radar: Trending Colors for 2018
Behr has curated a color palette of 20 trending colors for 2018. The collection is sure to inspire. The featured color of the year is called In the Moment – a “cool, tranquil, spruce blue inspired...
Dangers Lurking in a Dirty Floor
We all have busy lives. Getting children to and from school, meeting deadlines at work, and many other demands pull on our attention and time. With more activity than time, it’s easy to clean...
The Color Green has Something to Say
Green is the most abundant color found in nature. Because it’s seen outdoors and in many healthy foods, it’s a color often associated with life, growth and health. Some green shades can have a...
Thanksgiving Centerpieces
Thanksgiving is a time of year when family and friends gather around the table for food, fellowship, and fun. Adding a centerpiece to your table can display style and create a festive atmosphere...
Bring Fall to Your Front Door
Fall is the time of year when the air is crisp, the leaves start changing colors and the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice are all around. Now that you’ve made the interior of your home...