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Celebrating Fall with Great Home Design

The first day of autumn was September 22nd. To celebrate the change in season—if not the change in our sunny Southern California weather—we have two ideas, one trendy and one traditional, for seasonally updating your home this fall. Gallery Walls We love gallery walls...

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Some Things Never Change

Back when we began, we only carried flooring – now we offer construction and design services, countertops, cabinetry, window coverings and more with the same commitment to beauty and quality that we held to with hand-sewn carpet seams in 1934.

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Small Bathrooms That Feel Big

If you have a small bathroom, here are a few design tips that can turn a cramped space into an open, airy one. -Ponder the layout:  simply moving the sink to the same wall that the toilet is on can create space that will really open up a room and keep you from feeling...

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Jump Into Spring

Jump into spring with some bright ideas for your home! Kitchen:  Re-do that boring kitchen island.  If it is too small make it bigger.  If it is too boring make it bolder.  Whatever your goal, the kitchen island should be a show stopper.  It is where everyone gathers,...

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Products & Materials

Marble vs. Granite – The pros and cons

If you have looked at model homes and contemplated the most advanced choices in countertops - marble or granite - then read on. Both are eco-friendly materials that are coveted by most homeowners today. Both marble and granite and elegant and available in a wide range...

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PORCELAIN VERSUS CERAMIC TILE

The term porcelain tile is often used interchangeably with ceramic tile. There is a difference though. Porcelain tile contains specific clays and minerals and is fired at extremely high temperatures. Many prefer porcelain because, due to its intense manufacturing...

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Pros and Cons of Laminate (LVT) Flooring

Vinyl flooring today is nothing like it was 20 years ago. With new technology Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) looks just as good as real wood, stone, or ceramic tile, but is a fraction of the cost. The new fashionable designs combine the best of design and technology in one...

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The Pros and Cons of Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood flooring is a beautiful and timeless selection for residential spaces. Today there are a plethora of choices and it can be difficult to decide which one is the right fit for your home. Quality and price are two obvious factors to consider. Here are some pros...

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Care & Maintenance

CLEANING TIPS FROM THE PAST SAVE YOU MONEY TODAY!

Cleaning products come and go but sometimes, nothing works better than a good old-fashioned remedy! Check out these unusual "solutions" from the 1800's!Window & glassware - put a drop or two of ammonia in water....that's it!Tea stain on china - just add salt and...

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ARE YOU HAVING A CRUSH????????

Most of us love a good crush, unless it's our carpet! It's frustrating when that plush, lush carpeting we fell in love with starts flattening out! Carpet pile crushing not only spoils the look of carpeting, but barefoot travel throughout your home becomes a lot less...

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FAST & ORGANIZED SPRING CLEANING

Why is it that the minute everyone starts to get excited about spring, the inevitable "Spring Cleaning" mantra hits and we all look around our homes in dread? Don't get pressured into a major undertaking! Grab the items below and tackle what Spring REALLY brings on -...

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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR STONE FIREPLACE

It's very important to seal your stone to prevent dirt build up and stains, but many people never think to seal their fireplace! If you haven't already, follow the steps below to get your fireplace in tip top shape, then call Rite-Loom or Bedrock Stone Fabrication and...

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Flooring

Wood

Wood is one of today’s most popular flooring choices. Recognizes for it natural beauty and durability, wood is also affordable, environmentally sound and easy to maintain. At Rite-Loom Flooring, we feature EVERY species – oak wood, cherry wood, mahogany wood, walnut...

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Carpet & Rugs

Rite-Loom Flooring has been selling carpet since 1934 – so you won’t find a company more committed to the value and true luxury of carpet. Karastan carpet, Masland carpet, Fabrica carpet, Shaw carpet, Mohawk carpet and Camelot carpet – to name just a few. Over 60...

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Laminate Flooring Perfect for Pet Friendly Homes

Carpet is cozy but pet stains are hard to clean. Natural wood is beautiful but little toenails can scratch the surface. If you have pets in your home, flooring issues can be a challenge. We all want stylish decor but dogs and cats can limit our options. If you want to...

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HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT TYPE OF CARPET

While hard surface flooring like tile and wood is becoming more and more popular - there is nothing like the warmth and comfort that carpet provides. How to select the right type of carpet is always a challenge because the options are so varied. Should you select wood...

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Stone

Marble Staircase – A HOLLYWOOD

Marble flooring has become one of the hottest new materials on the market - an for the extra extravagant (and bigger budgets!) marble staircases are at the top of the wish list. The elegant and natural beauty of marble offers a luxurious, sleek and graceful look which...

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STONE RANKINGS THAT COUNT

Designing your kitchen or bath can be an emotional task. There are so many beautiful products on the market that shopping and selecting can be a whirl wind of fun and frustration. One minute you fall in love with marble and then you see an unusual slab of granite that...

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THE POWER OF A POULTICE

Poultices have been used to remove stains for centuries. Not only ane many poultices natural so are considered "green", they also work! Basically, a poultice is a liquid cleaner mixed with a white absorbent material to form a paste. The poultice is spread over the...

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KNOW YOUR TERMS

Have you ever sat across from a trade professional and flet like they were talking a different language? Your head spins while they toss around confusing words like Un-gauged, Igneous and Metamorphic. Well, no need to grab your dictionary....below are some common...

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Home

ABOVE AND BEYOND CLEANING TIPS FOR A SPARKLING HOLIDAY SEASON

Getting ready for holiday guests can be as stressful as cooking for them! We all have the image of that picky mother-in-law running her finger along the fireplace mantle looking for dust – always the one place you forget to wipe!  Check off the following “TO CLEAN”...

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Mop Your Floors Rite

A day doesn't go by at Rite-Loom Flooring when a client doesn't ask: "How do I clean my hard-surface floors?"Whether you have ceramic tile, natural stone or linoleum, each floor materials requires specific cleaning methods.  Follow these directions and with a little...

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Home Improvement Tips To Get a Jump On Those Spring Projects

Spring is the perfect time to tackle some of those home improvement projects on your list, so consider this plan to jumpstart the process:1. Look around your home. What are top three things that have been bugging you? Does your granite need to be sealed? Are your...

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HOME BUILDING 101 – Building a Budget

The first step to take when budgeting to build a new home is to come up with a firm figure of what you can AFFORD. If you are looking to finance the project, this is an even more important process. If you are pulling from savings, it will help you stay focused and on...

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Kitchen & Bath

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Carpet & Rugs

WHAT'S NEW in 2010

Bring in the New Year from some fresh ideas by Rite-Loom. Why not kick off the beginning of another decade with some sprucing up of the old homestead? Here are some great tips from some of today's hottest designers:(and don't forget that at Rite-Loom, we have a FULL...

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Window Coverings

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