Diamondback Flooring Blog

Where would we be without our precious mudroom? All day long, in and out, in and out, we saunter through this grossly underrated, high-traffic area, possibly without care or consideration for the surfacing material we're trampling all over. On top of that, we leave our wet umbrellas, muddy boots, ...

You’ve probably heard about hardwood’s tendency to expand or contract. It does it to adjust to weather, and you’re probably concerned about what the climate will do to your hardwood flooring in Phoenix. Well, worry no more, because you can install it with no problem whatsoever, and our experts at ...

Now that Spring is here, many Phoenix residents are starting to make plans for the summer remodeling frenzy. When it comes to flooring, Phoenix, it's always a good idea to have the details all sorted out well ahead of time, so you can get right to work when the time comes.There are a lot of ...

Don't be put off by that title, because "flipping" is an actual real estate term. Though many homeowners may not know what it means, house flipping refers to turning a large profit on the sale of a residence. So, when someone comes along and buys a condo for a decent price, then renovates the ...

Our mobile showroom really gets around over the course of a week, and our representatives field quite a few questions about all sorts of flooring topics. The world of flooring is complex and specialized, so it's no surprise that many people from outside of the industry have a lot of questions to ...

Did you know that laminate is one of the best flooring materials to keep your home cool? That’s right! It absorbs very little heat and we know how hot it can get in Arizona.Now that summer is just around the corner, it will get even hotter. You’ll be cranking up the air conditioning, hunting for ...

No matter how much you try to avoid it, life is full of spills, splatters, and messes. With gravity in place, well, all that mess usually ends up on the flooring. Phoenix homeowners, Diamondback Flooring will give you the scoop on how to clean up that mess, be it juice, ketchup or dog food. Carpet ...

Phoenix, flooring is our business here at Diamondback Flooring and throughout the course of our day, we get a lot of questions about flooring from Phoenix customers. So, we thought it would be convenient if we had our flooring experts throw together a quick FAQ to address some of the more common ...

Well, you had to see this one coming, didn’t you?If you live in Phoenix, how can you possibly not be inspired by the desert?Southwest decorating is usually characterized by warm, earthy colors, deep textures, and crafted objects, like sculptures or pottery. There can also be vibrantly colored woven ...

Looking for kitchen flooring in Phoenix? Read through our Diamondback Flooring guide before you make any big purchases for your next renovation. Stick with us, and we'll walk you through the main considerations of such an investment. But first, you'll want to ask yourself some very pertinent ...

Let's have a little chat about how to achieve specific looks using flooring, Phoenix. Your floors are the foundation of your home's decor. No aspect of your home is as continuous and omnipresent as the floors, and it is important that it facilitates the flow of the eye from one aspect of your decor ...

This week we're going to talk about 2018's new trends in flooring, Phoenix. Last year, we saw an exciting array of new styles rush into the forefront, as well as a few holdovers from the year before. The flooring world is always changing, and new trends pop up even as old ones fade. So, Diamondback ...

As if it’s not hard enough, there is so much misinformation about flooring that it’s enough to overwhelm a person, to the extent they might even stop looking!One big myth is: “All laminate, vinyl and wood is the same, so I should only focus on cost.” Truth: You get what you pay for, so shop for ...

To ensure that your home sells in record time, you'll want to make it look more appealing with a few significant updates. Many homeowners don't realize the importance of refreshing their home, something that is vital if you want to get the price you're asking. Nowadays, no matter where you're ...

Getting started on a new home build, or remodeling an existing home, can be quite a big job, especially for people setting out to do so for the first time. With all of the styles and materials available on the market, simply choosing which is best for your home can be a real struggle. That's not to ...

Selecting the perfect flooring for your Phoenix home is a task that should never be taken lightly. After all, this is a choice that’s going to stick with you for a long time to come. Not only is it a major financial investment, it can be an investment in your future.There are so many types of ...

When it comes to flooring, Phoenix residents (or anyone for that matter) need to know that it’s not only the largest surface, but it sets the foundation for a room’s overall style. If you’re not doing a complete remodeling, you’ll need to choose something that fits in with the existing decor. On ...

Let's talk laminate flooring, Phoenix. It's durable, it's wallet-friendly and best of all, it can be installed as a DIY project. This is one of the most attractive features of laminate, because it saves you some extra money on installation, and many people like the idea of having a fun project to ...

The real estate market here in Phoenix is incredibly competitive and the importance of making your home stand out from the rest, is an essential part of making sure you sell your home as quickly as possible, for the best price you can get. Now, everyone knows that one of the best ways to make an ...

If you've been thinking about adding new flooring to your Christmas wish list, then why not use the Diamondback Flooring shop-at-home mobile showroom? Let's face it, the last thing you need for the holidays is more stress, so skip all that extra Christmas drama by using our customized service. ...

Shopping for the perfect flooring can seem like a daunting task. In fact, there are so many different types of flooring, that you might quickly feel like you’re drowning in a sea of options. On the other hand, it might be that what you want simply doesn’t match up with your existing lifestyle.You ...

In Love with Wood Flooring? Phoenix Homeowners Can Opt for Floors That Look Like Wood, But Aren't!When it comes to flooring in Phoenix, you'll be surprised at how many materials look just like authentic hardwood. Are you in love with the wood look, but not with the solid hardwood price tag? If you ...

Back in the dark ages before the advent of digital printing and imaging, laminate flooring was a rather undesirable alternative to its natural flooring counterparts. However, things have come a long way since the introduction of laminate flooring in the 1970's, and today's laminate flooring has a ...

You might think that living in Phoenix excludes you from hardwood floor shopping. Many people think that because of the dry heat, hardwood won’t work in their home. However, this isn’t exactly the situation.You can certainly have hardwood flooring in your Phoenix home, and enjoy all the elegance ...

If you are in the market for flooring, you’ve probably already shopped around at some of the local flooring markets in your area. But did you know that you can shop at home from a mobile showroom?That’s right! If you are in the Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale or Chandler Arizona areas, ...

When it comes to flooring in Phoenix, many carpet styles are capable of making a tiny room look larger. Often, homeowners think that smaller rooms are a lost cause and that there isn't much that can be done to enlarge that space visually. Contrary to this belief, you can select a carpeting that ...

Laminate flooring has been around for quite a while, yet there are still a lot of questions about this popular flooring material. At Diamondback Flooring, we certainly encourage those questions! We want our laminate flooring customers in Phoenix to know exactly what they’re getting when it comes to ...

People take a lot of pride in their homes here in Phoenix, and hardwood flooring goes a long way toward upholding the standard of beauty and functionality that we all strive to achieve. It is with this notion in mind that Diamondback Flooring offers this quick guide to the top three most popular ...

Since the "shop at home" approach has many advantages when compared to conventional "in person" shopping, it's no wonder that homeowners are deciding to purchase their flooring online or via a mobile showroom. The fact is, for many homeowners, shopping is not only a hassle but also an impossibility,...

When you are shopping for laminate flooring you will hear what the AC WEAR layer is…. But what does this MEAN?The AC stands for Abrasion Classification and is measured using the industry standard Taber Test. The Taber Test is a method of testing that uses a small machine that rotates a 4″ samples ...

When oil finish hardwood flooring became widely available several years ago, it was a very sophisticated look – and limited by the fact that it was significantly more expensive than aluminum oxide or polyurethane finishes.But, as in all competitive markets, things (price among them) have changed. ...

One of the first steps in the installation process of laminate flooring could be one of the most important: acclimating. What exactly does that mean?What does acclimating laminate flooring mean?The dictionary defines “acclimating” as a verb, meaning “to become accustomed to a new climate or ...

Laminate flooring has become the most popular choice in home flooring for a very good reason. Laminate flooring can easily mimic the look and feel of hard wood, ceramic flooring, natural stone and a large number of other kind of flooring. However, it’s great looks are only the tip of the iceberg in ...

How To Clean A Laminate FloorWe get a lot of questions about how to clean a laminate floor in your home and which floor cleaners to use. Enough that we felt it important to review the topic with you in detail. Here then are our 11 Laminate Floor Cleaner Dos and Don’ts.First, let’s review the Basics ...

How is laminate flooring thickness measured?  If you’re trying to figure out how to choose laminate flooring for your home and wondering how thickness fits in, look no further! For laminate flooring, plank thickness is measured in millimeters (mm). A millimeter is quite small, roughly 0.039 inches. ...

If you like the idea of hard wood floors, you should be sure you understand the alternatives to hard wood such as Laminate Flooring and Engineered Wood. Many people consider Engineered Wood or Laminate Flooring to be a better choice than solid hardwood flooring, especially in conditions of varying ...

Because reclaimed wood flooring is a recent innovation in home decor, many people consider it a unique choice on its own. However, you can add even more customization by first carefully selecting which timber to use. Below, we’ve listed additional ways to make recycled lumber floors your own.1. ...

A lot of customers and service providers ask what are the average prices for floor stripping and waxing services. Nationally prices average between 30 to 60 cents per sq.ft. But in order to estimate the price a lot of additional factors have to be considered:1) Size of the job. Usually, the bigger ...

Beaulieu Australia is one of the largest carpet manufacturers in Australia, recognized as a market leader in solution dyed technology and environmentally friendly floor-coverings.Our broad range of synthetic carpets carry a range of added benefits, providing excellent value for money and superior ...

Water Damage on a Laminate Floor Does it Matter How Much Padding Is Under a Laminate Floor? Prepare Your Furniture Laminate flooring is a popular floor covering for living rooms, bedrooms and even kitchens. Although it may look like a wood floor, laminate flooring isn’t as durable as a true solid ...

I was looking to replace my carpet and vinyl flooring in my home to laminate. I decided to start comparing prices, so i started with Home Depot and Lowe’s.carpet and vinyl flooringI will tell you one thing, the price that they quote you at the store and the final price they give you when they come ...