Three Beautiful Room Ideas for a Modern Family from Cinderella Carpet One

Cinderella Carpet One knows that today’s families want a beautiful, modern home that is comfortable for the entire family and holds up to an active lifestyle. These three rooms accomplish just that and with some smart purchases, they will stay beautiful for many years to come.

Light and Airy

Crisp white and clean lines are the epitome of modern but many families shy away

from white because they fear the stains and dirt will quickly ruin the look. The key to pulling together a family friendly room in white is a slipcovered sofa. Slipcovers in durable canvas or brushed cotton are easily washed and bleachable. Many white sofas are even sold with slipcovers that are custom fitted to the piece of furniture so you don’t have to worry about them looking sloppy.

The floor is another area where the fear of stains results in beige or tan. With today’s technologies, you can purchase a stain-resistant floor in any color you want. For a modern look, use a durable, stain-resistant floor. Stain resistant carpet gives you a sleek modern look and due to its unique fiber construction, crushing or matting are not a problem either.

Finish off a light and airy room with some functional furniture. Ottomans and coffee tables with storage are a must for storing books and games so you can keep the room looking clean and crisp. Black and white photos are a great way to personalize the room – mix some black and white versions of family photos with some larger pieces.

Mid-Century Modern

Bright white is not for everyone. Modern design opens up the opportunity to use different shapes and colors than those traditionally used for décor. Neutral browns and tans create a great backdrop for funky shapes and colors without distracting from the design. Balance a unique piece of furniture with a simple black couch or chair. Geometric patterns on fabrics and walls give a modern vibe to the room.

Accessorize a mid-century modern room with sleek modern lamps and large-scale graphic prints. This modern room is a comfortable place for the whole family.

Casual Modern

For a modern living room that is everyone’s favorite hangout, casual and comfortable are the primary focus. A large sectional sofa with modern lines provides lots of room for the entire family and friends. A cream or neutral color is a little more relaxed than bright white but still fresh and clean.

A great option for flooring in a modern room is a light colored hardwood or laminate. But for a comfortable family living room, a cozy area rug is always a good idea. For a simple rug, any carpet can be bound on the edges to make a rug.

Amethyst is a great accent color that is new and modern but not overly bright. A light violet carpet and a few amethyst pillows provide the perfect pop of color. Keep accent furniture and accessories simple and modern by sticking with glass and chrome.

A modern room is a great option for families that like clean, straight lines and simple, clutter-free rooms. With today’s versatile furniture, stain-resistant fabrics and flooring that stands up to a busy family, achieving a modern look is more realistic then ever.

For more information on stain resistant flooring options for modern families, contact Cinderella Carpet One at 831-424-2916.

Merging two homes into one?

Merging his and hers into one cohesive space can be a challenge. But with careful planning you can make the job easy and fun.  First, do a purge and get rid of everything you will never use, keep those items you can’t live without and create a fresh new space with a combination of everyone’s treasured items.  And, if you implement these 8 decorating tips your new space will be beautiful without ditching anyone’s favorite things. 

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We hope these tips were able to help pave the way for a smooth transition.  And remember, if flooring is part of your new space; contact Cinderella Carpet One to discover a beautiful new floor everyone will love.

Cinderella Makes Choosing a Beautiful New Floor A Snap!

Cinderella Carpet One offers family-friendly floors that allow customers with kids and pets to have beautiful floors that are durable and easy to maintain.                                                                                                                

One of the newest products hitting Cinderella this month is Tigressá H2O carpet. This new product will make cleaning spills much easier. Tigressá H2O carpet has a new waterproof backing that won’t allow spills to seep through the backing to the carpet cushion and sub-floor as most carpets would.

This new carpet comes in 15 beautiful styles to coordinate with almost any design style. It is a great option for households with kids and pets.

·      Waterproof - Spills will not soak through the backing on Tigressá H2O carpet. This allows time to clean the stain more effectively and eliminates smells and stains related to a stain soaking into the cushion beneath the carpet.

·      Pet Proof - Tigressá H2O won’t retain pet or smoke odors after cleaning. The backing is also extremely durable and will stand up to pet claws.

·      Kid Proof - Stains and kids go hand and hand. Often times, you miss a spill when it happens. Tigressá H2O allows you to still easily clean the stain even if it goes unnoticed for some time.                                     

We have many customers that are concerned about spills and stains.  Tigressá H2O is the answer to these concerns. It takes some of the stress out of our customers’ busy lives.                                                    

Cinderella carries many other family-friendly floors like Invincible H2O Vinyl Plank floors. These floors look and feel like real tile and wood, but with a unique locking system. Invincible H2O is completely impervious to water making a great option for kitchen and bathrooms.    

                                                                               

The entire line of Tigressá carpets including Tigressá SoftStyle, Tigressá Cherish and New Tigressá H2O as well as other family-friendly flooring options will be on sale from May 8th to June 28th during the Snap & Save Flooring Sale. With up to 50% off on select Tigressá products and up to a $500 rebate on select carpet and hard surface floors, this event is a great time to buy family-friendly floors at Cinderella Carpet One.  Contact us for details!

Will Your House Stand The Test of Time?

Kids, pets, high heels and spills – there’s a lot that your home needs to stand up to. Locally owned flooring retailer, Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas, offers four tips for creating a durable home that will stand the test of time.

Choose Textiles Wisely:
  When choosing fabrics and upholstery for your home, there are many materials that are durable and look great too. Today’s vinyl and ultra-suede materials are designed to give you a stylish look while performing well on a daily basis. Look for fabrics that are machine-washable and upholstery that resists stains so that you can easily wipe up any mess.

Invest in Durable Floors:
  Whether you love a hardwood look or you’re looking for soft carpet, investing in a quality, durable floor, will save you time, energy and disappointment in the years to come. For hardwood, pay attention to the finish. You’ll want something durable like the Intensity Surface Shield™ on Invincible Hardwood  which utilizes multiple layers of aluminum oxide infused with nano-particles to create a floor that retains its beauty longer than other wood floors.

For a soft surface, look for stain resistant fibers and pay attention to the warranty. Many carpet warranties may exclude common household stains like coffee and pet stains. Carpet One Floor & Home’s Relax, it’s…Lees carpet offers a 25 year “No Exclusions” warranty that covers stains like grease, coffee, cola, mustard, and pet stains.

Another great option for a durable home is vinyl. Today’s vinyl is durable and easy-to-clean plus it mimics the look of ceramic tile, natural stone, and even hardwood.

Keep Breakables Out of Reach:
  Whether it’s Spot’s wagging tail or the weekly play date, lots of activity in your house can make knocking over a vase or lamp a regular occurrence. Keep your breakables safe by placing them on high shelves or behind the protective doors of a hutch or curio cabinet.
 For vases, accents and lamps that are well within reach, opt for more durable materials like wood, metal or even woven baskets.

Create Easy-to-Clean Surfaces:
 From finger prints on the walls to footprints on the floors and spills on practically every surface, messes come in many shapes and forms. Make your life easier and keep your house looking great by choosing easy-to-clean products.  Satin and semi-gloss paint will be easier to clean but if you’re looking for a matte finish most major paint brands carry a washable version. The extra expense of an easy-to-clean paint will more than pay for itself in time and money saved from not having to repaint.

A little extra consideration when choosing products for your home will help you create a beautiful space that will stand up to whatever life throws at it. For more tips and information on creating beautiful home, visit Carpet One Floor & Home’s Beautiful Design Made Simple Blog. Or visit Cinderella Carpet One at 6 Rossi Circle in Salinas to discover a beautiful new floor you will love.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF LUXURY VINYL FLOORS?

 Why do some people have an adverse reaction to vinyl floors?  What most people don’t know is that vinyl has come a long way and there is even a new category of vinyl floors – Luxury Vinyl Tile or LVT.

LVT is perfect for rooms that may have moisture problems or need a durable flooring option. 

LVT can save you money.  As much as  $4/sq. ft. compared to a similar hardwood style.  That really adds up considering the average kitchen size is 300 sq. ft.

LVT floors are softer and warmer.  They are great if you spend a lot of time on your feet.

And what we think is the best feature is being able to get the look you really want.  Manufacturers of LVT have created tiles that are the shape and size of wood planks so when they are installed, you get the look of a wood floor.  This type of LVT can have beveled edges and even the texture you would expect in a hardwood or tile floor. 

Below are some of the key features and benefits for LVT and plank flooring:

• The look and feel of nature’s best materials at a lower cost.
• Satisfied Green building standards and earns LEED points in commercial applications.
• Meets requirements of commercial safety codes
• Simple damp mopping is the recommended cleaning procedure.
• LVT floors are water resistant.
• LVT is cost effective for both commercial and residential applications.
• LVT is ideal for residential high-traffic areas as well as other areas of the home.
• LVT has amazing aesthetics.  The realism of the look, including distressed wood finishes, stone and slate textures and even woven textiles are grabbing consumer attention.

If you want to see examples of modern luxury vinyl, visit the websites of top manufacturers below or contact Cinderella Carpet One or request a free estimate.

• Armstrong calls its popular luxury vinyl line Alterna; tiles and planks are available in a variety of sizes:www.armstrong.com
• Mannington's Adura line includes variable-width planks, a popular improvement according to area flooring pros:www.mannington.com
• Congoleum's DuraCeramic tiles, like other luxury vinyl products, can be installed with or without the special grout:www.congoleum.com

Home Decor Trends for 2015

Changes in home décor trends are more subtle than fashion, but they do change from year to year. Keeping a home on trend could be as simple as updating a paint color or it could mean a complete overhaul. It’s up to a home owner how much they want to update their home to align with the trends. Carpet One Floor & Home worked with interior designers and product experts to compile 2015 design trends for the whole home.

Colors:  
Beautiful indigo blue is making a splash in home décor and works with many different design styles. Much of the color inspiration for 2015 is drawn from nature making designs feel comfortable and natural. 

Floors:  
Look for a more relaxed outlook in carpets and area rugs with distressed and striated patterns. Hardwoods are getting more relaxed too with reclaimed looks. For vinyl, styles that look like wood are popular for 2015.

Cabinets:  
In cabinetry, convenience is the name of the game for 2015. Clever and functional tools make busy lives a little bit easier. There are also more open concept cabinets and shelving available that show off beautiful dishes and accessories.

Lighting:  
Beauty and function combine in 2015’s lighting trends. Outdoor lighting that accents architectural features is becoming more and more popular and will help highlight the beauty of a home’s exterior well into the night.

We are excited about all the 2015 trends and can’t wait to help our customers incorporate them into their home.  Photo, inspiration and more trends can be found in Carpet One Floor & Home’s winter issue of their Beautiful Design Made Simple digital magazine. The magazine is free to download on both Apple and Android devices. Find out more at BeautifulDesignMadeSimple.com/digitalmagazine.