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Flooring for a Wet Basement
Rainy summers in Indiana can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare, especially for those with basements. Sometimes no matter what you do, from installing a new sump pump and fixing any structural or drainage problems, your basement is going to get water any time we get a large downpour. While that may never change, what can…
Read MoreHow to Care for your Indianapolis Hardwood Flooring
As a responsible Indianapolis hardwood floor owner, you probably know that you need to sweep your hardwood floors regularly. You know you need to use a vacuum cleaner without a beater bar to get in between the wood planks for a nice deep clean. You know you need to have mats at entryways to reduce…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Best Shower Tile
Choosing the best shower tile is trickier than you may think. While almost all tile is waterproof, which means they theoretically could go in your shower, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they should. There are a few other variables that come into play when it comes to deciding on wall and floor coverings for your shower. Whether…
Read MoreInsider’s Tips for an Easy Flooring Installation
We’ve been in the business of providing and installing top quality flooring to Indianapolis homeowners and businesses for many generations, so we know a thing or two when it comes to helping you simplify your installation experience. From the moment you start looking for your new flooring to the last sweep of the vacuum…
Read MoreTish Flooring: Realtor-Grown, Family-Focused
If you’ve followed Tish Flooring for long, then the names “Realty Carpet” or “Realty Wholesale Flooring” may sound familiar. Before we became Tish, we catered almost exclusively to Realtors and their clients – so much so that realty was in our name! Since then, both the needs of our customers and our business have…
Read MoreFlooring with Accessibility in Mind
Many of us have a family member with mobility issues – whether it be a grandparent, parent, or sibling. Circumstances vary widely; from moderate impairment to required use of crutches, walkers and wheelchairs. For these reasons, accessibility features have become a rapidly increasing focus among those in the home remodeling industry. And flooring may be…
Read MoreTop Picks for an Easy Flooring Installation
Getting new flooring is a process best served by asking lots of questions, planning well, and dividing the process into easy steps. This approach can really simplify things; from choosing the flooring company that is right for you, to narrowing down selections to the perfect color and style, to deciding on scheduling and financing. The…
Read More2016 – The Latest Hardwood Flooring Trends
Since the 1980’s and the evolution of environmentally responsible products, trends toward timeworn, authentic floor stylings have evolved as well. In the world of flooring, natural materials such as stone and cork are being used more and more. But the trends toward aged or authentic styling is more evident in hardwood flooring trends than perhaps in…
Read MoreDon’t Fear Rain or Spills – Waterproof Flooring is Here!
You know what they say: April showers bring May flowers. Unfortunately, April showers also bring leaky roofs, overflowing plumbing systems, and other mishaps that can spell disaster for your floors. Many homeowners have horror stories of waking up after a stormy night to find a basement or other room subject to unwanted wetness or dampness.…
Read MoreCarpeting Trends: Shorter, Tighter Patterns are In!
A few weeks ago, we had the opportunity to attend The International Surface Event for 2016. Held each year in Las Vegas, there is no better opportunity to see the newest innovations and carpet trends from flooring manufacturers. This year in particular we were very impressed by Mohawk’s award-winning SmartStrand Forever Clean line, Shaw’s Anso…
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