SMART Carpet and Flooring (https://www.smartcarpet.com/) cited a recent survey by U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends that notes hardwood flooring has lost its top spot as the luxury flooring of choice by homeowners. Engineered flooring, like that found in modern vinyl and laminates, is now nearly twice as popular a choice for kitchens. SMART Carpet and Flooring agrees that hardworking and cost-effective laminates are a great idea, and offers an entire line of smooth, modern, and easy-to-install engineered brands to choose from. There are multiple reasons why homeowners have largely decided to move away from hardwoods as the most-popular flooring choice for kitchens, but certainly price and durability would be near the top of the list. With all of the varied costs related to owning a home, natural hardwoods and luxury stone floors are out of the budget range for most renovations. Fortunately laminate flooring has come a long way over the years, offering hard, durable surfaces for high-traffic areas that are a wonderful, cost-effective alternative to stone and wood.

Armstrong Luxe Plank® flooring offers the elegant and graceful look of natural stone or hardwood without the associated costs. And Armstrong’s Luxe designs retain their beauty over the years, even under high traffic, heavy impact or in heavy moisture environments. Finally, Armstrong planks are designed to make installation a breeze for professionals.

Armstrong Rigid Core Technology: Beauty and Durability

Award-winning Armstrong Luxe Plank® designs use Rigid Core technology to combine incredibly realistic details, natural textural appearance and colors in all of traditional and latest trending hardwood and stone styles. Available in single and multi-width planks complete with micro-beveled edges, Rigid Core was engineered for active, high-traffic homes.

Unique hybrid-layered construction ensures that Armstrong planks are:

100 percent waterproof — Planks will never buckle or swell in high moisture, and can handle spills and accidents with ease. Armstrong Luxe is perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, laundry rooms and other moisture-rich environments.

Both comfortable to walk on and quiet, decreases the noise of foot traffic — Cork backing dramatically reduces sound transmission.

Completely dent, scratch and stain resistant — Armstrong Luxe Planks® provide strength and resilience.

Easy to clean and incredibly long lasting — Durable wear-layer and factory-applied coatings allow for super-easy cleanup. Quickly installed over large areas without transition strips — Repositionable planks and tiles press into place to form tight and secure seams over existing subfloors. Rigid and thick composite core hides subfloor irregularities.

Dimensionally stable — No acclimation required prior to installation.

30-year residential and 10-year limited commercial warranties — Ease of mind and worry-free purchase.

SMART Carpet and Flooring always maintains a complete line of engineered flooring choices for any renovation or decorating challenge, in addition to traditional carpeting options. Customers can choose from literally thousands of carpet, tile, vinyl and wood brands — all from a mobile showroom ready to appear at a customer’s request.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50 percent off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing. Learn more at: www.SmartCarpet.com.

Media Contact::
Danielle D’Angelo-Boos
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Finally implementing that New Year’s resolution to get fit and lose weight starts with the perfect workout location. For those who choose to skip the commercial gym and instead create their own personal, at-home workout space, SMART Carpet and Flooring (https://www.smartcarpet.com/) has a mobile showroom with a large variety of get-fit flooring choices: from rubber to vinyl, as well as turf and traditional carpet. SMART Carpet and Flooring Feature: Rubber Flooring

Rubber flooring is the most common choice for commercial gyms due to its strength and durability, though it is also appropriate for the home gym as well. Rubber is waterproof, soundproof, readily absorbs shock, relatively easy-to-install and available in smaller tiles and mats for those who want supplemental rather than wall-to-wall coverage. Rubber is a multi-purpose floor covering, especially useful in areas with heavy pet and foot traffic. It is also a good choice to use with heavy exercise equipment.

SMART Carpet and Flooring maintains an entire line of fitness flooring from the Cycle Collection that comes in a range of striking colors and designs. Rubber flooring is available as interlocking tiles or convenient rolls, depending on installation needs. And all of the flooring choices from the Cycle Collection feature:

Excellent slip resistance, allowing multiple exercise movements and intensities.

Materials that are non-porous and made from recycled products.

PVC-free materials.

Shock-absorbing, allowing the most strenuous of exercise activities.

Noise-reducing properties that help shield the rest of the home from exercise noise.

Materials that are extremely durable and chemical resistant.

Easy-to-maintain and clean surfaces.

Highly rated green-building certifications.

Rubber flooring in general comes in multiple price points, with recycled rubber usually being the most affordable, while vulcanized or virgin rubber can cost much more. Customers are welcome to ask SMART Carpet and Flooring experts about these differences.

Other Gym-Flooring Choices: Vinyl, Turf and Carpet

For those who want their gyms to feel more like an in-home space, vinyl is often a more pragmatic choice. It is still durable enough to handle all of the rugged abuse that floors take in a gym, yet is stylish enough to meet the most discriminating home décor needs.

Turf and carpeting are among the most popular choices for home gyms. Turf can boost athlete performance and is perfect for sled pulls and plyometric exercises, while carpet is kid- and pet-friendly, comfortable and widely versatile. Carpet also comes in a near-endless variety of styles, fiber lengths (high pile vs low pile) and colors, though it is generally advisable to stick with low-pile carpet to reduce the chances of tripping while exercising. SMART Carpet and Flooring experts are available for more detailed advice regarding both carpet and turf choices.

SMART Carpet and Flooring maintains an exhaustive line of flooring to suit any flooring job. Home and business owners can choose from literally thousands of rubber flooring, carpet, wood, tile and vinyl brands — all from a mobile showroom ready to appear at a customer’s request.

About SMART Carpeting and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50 percent off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing. Learn more at: www.SmartCarpet.com.

Media Contact::
Danielle D’Angelo-Boos
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Carpeting and flooring trends tend to shift and change with each new technology that brings innovation in styling and function. One of this year’s bestsellers in flooring has been vinyl plank tiling. SMART Carpet and Flooring (https://www.smartcarpet.com/lvp-lvt) has a large variety of such tile flooring, with multiple samples to showcase in their mobile showroom. Luxury Vinyl Plank and Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVP and LVT) are two designations for vinyl flooring that differentiate between a wood plank appearance and a textured stone or ceramic look. Both provide durable surfaces and can resist liquid and debris stains, all while handling a large amount of foot traffic. Imitating stone or wood, LVT and LVP are the best choices for flooring in areas where wood or stone are desired but are not affordable or practical choices for a variety of reasons.

“Vinyl tile flooring is no longer just for bathrooms and kitchens anymore — you can use it in nearly any room in the house. The technology of vinyl has always been a great choice for high-traffic areas because it’s moisture resistant and so easy to clean. But now, with the new printing technologies available, vinyl can look like just about anything — specific wood grains, any kind of marble or ceramic — and it lasts an incredibly long time,” said Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “Our ADURA® Max line by Mannington illustrates just how evolved vinyl flooring has become.”

ADURA® offers three different lines of LVT and LVP tiling: Max, Rigid and Flex. Each is designed to be all-in-one flooring systems that provide maximum performance while being both durable and strong. Bathrooms, laundry rooms and basements are all obvious choices for vinyl, but with beautiful stone and wood patterns, ADURA® is also designed for entrance halls, kitchens, living rooms and dining areas.

In addition:

ADURA® Max has an expanded polymer core and dampens sounds by up to 30 percent, is comfortable underfoot, easy to install and comes with ScratchResist™ premium scratch resistant surface protector technology.

ADURA® Rigid features a solid polymer core, is indentation resistant, stable in wide temperature changes, easy to install and comes with the ScratchResist™ surface protector.

ADURA® Flex is traditional LVT ideal for large or multi-room installation, while being both stable and reliable. To give it an even more authentic stone appearance, Flex can be installed with grout. And finally, Flex comes with ScratchResist™X, which is the most scratch resistant product available on the market.

SMART Carpet and Flooring offers a complete line of LVT and LVP flooring to suit any job, in addition to their traditional carpeting options. Home and business owners can choose from literally thousands of carpet, wood, tile and vinyl brands — all from a mobile showroom ready to appear at a customer’s request.

About SMART Carpeting and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50 percent off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing. Learn more at: www.SmartCarpet.com.

Media Contact::
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

With an estimated 27.4 million real Christmas trees purchased last year, according to the National Christmas Tree Association, SMART Carpet and Flooring is providing homeowners expert advice for protecting floors this holiday season with their “2018 Naughty and Nice List.” “Between holiday visitors, wet snowy weather, festive decorations and even real Christmas trees, the floors in our homes can really take a beating during the holidays,” said Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “Thankfully, there are preventative steps homeowners can take to protect their floors and carpets, especially when it comes to bringing home and maintaining real Christmas trees.”

Today, the SMART Carpet and Flooring experts revealed their “2018 Naughty and Nice List,” for protecting floors from real Christmas trees needles, sap and water spills.

THE NAUGHTY LIST

DO NOT: shake the tree inside the house. Be sure to shake any loose needles out before bringing the tree in.

DO NOT: drag Christmas trees on the floor when bringing it in the house as it will scratch hardwood floors and potentially snag carpets.

DO NOT: use a broom to sweep up the needles that fall because dragging them on the floor may cause scratches. It’s best to use a vacuum to clean up needles.

DO NOT: use a towel or a sheet under your tree because these will hold any water that spills and damage your floor’s finish.

DO NOT: let water stay on carpets or floors. If spills happen while watering, be sure to clean it up immediately.

THE NICE LIST

DO: create a barrier between the Christmas tree and floors to prevent any water from spilling and causing damage. This can be done using plastic drain trays that are designed for washing machines or tree stand mats.

DO: place a tree skirt around the base of the tree to cover the drain tray or tree stand mat and to also catch needles that fall out.

DO: cut small branches from the bottom of the tree so they are not dragging on the floor and scratch it.

DO: use ice on the affected area if any sap gets on the floor. Once hardened, pick the sap with a fingernail or a plastic knife, being very careful to not scratch the floor.

DO: use hardwood cleaner or carpet cleaner after the holidays when the tree has been removed to restore flooring.

Decorating for Christmas can also mean the addition of beautiful new carpet or flooring, particularly when preparing for holiday guests. The experts at SMART Carpet and Flooring make it easy by bringing their mobile showroom right to homeowners’ front doors and can have new flooring installed before the big jolly guy dressed in red slides down the chimney. Homeowners in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania can call SMART Carpet and Flooring now to schedule an appointment.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area's original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client's home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

School hallways everywhere will soon be full of students. And now that those students are out of the house during the day, says at-home floor shopping leader SMART Carpet and Flooring, it’s the perfect time to spruce up the hallway at home. “Kids may not always be excited to head back to school, but we know parents are often thrilled to get the family back to the school-year routine,” said Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “This year, we want to give parents another reason to be excited for back-to-school: brand-new hallway flooring.”

The hallway, explains Phillips, has the most highly trafficked flooring in the house. But because it’s not always a well-lit area, homeowners are often shocked at the contrast between the old flooring and newly installed hallway flooring. Most wonder why they waited so long.

Early September is an ideal time to pick out new flooring and have it installed, simply because the house is newly empty during the day. That means less need to coordinate schedules while the flooring is put in. SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends focusing on the hallway now because it’s usually a fairly quick project.

Ideal hallway flooring choices are durable--resisting wear and tear for years--while serving to dampen noise and looking fresh and modern. SMART Carpet recommends two carpets that fit the bill: Mohawk’s Love the Loop tight-loop Berber carpet and Tuftex® Taza patterned carpet.

With lifetime stain, soil, anti-static and pet urine resistance warranties, plus 10-year warranties promising texture retention, fade resistance and abrasive wear resistance, Love the Loop by Mohawk® is the natural choice for pet-loving families. Featuring Scotchgard™ Protector Advanced Repel Technology, Love the Loop is available in 16 updated neutrals that complement a wide variety of tastes and décor styles. Try it in one of this year’s popular farmhouse shades like the gray-brown Dried Peat (much more attractive than it sounds, SMART Carpet and Flooring assures us) or the cool gray Hammered Iron.

If solid colors aren’t to a homeowner’s taste, Tuftex Taza just might be. This Stainmaster® Deluxe Collection™ carpet carries a lifetime warranty covering food and beverage stains, pet stains, soiling, and even static shock. Like Love the Loop, Taza also has additional warranties against abrasive wear and texture damage, along with a 10-year Softbac® no-wrinkle guarantee--making it a perfect hallway choice. Tuftex Taza is available in 19 colors and three different patterns, including a modern take on herringbone. To lighten up the hallway and add a touch of color, consider Taza in Silver Spruce, a subtle gray-blue, or Glen Green, today’s sophisticated answer to your mom’s avocado green.

To view Love the Loop, Tuftex Taza or thousands of other flooring choices, call SMART Carpet and Flooring at 1-800-526-7847. The company’s mobile showroom will bring samples directly to Tri-State-area homes and offices and provide free flooring consultations. Learn more at http://www.smartcarpet.com.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Whether you’re ready to spruce up your beach house or just make your full-time home feel more beachy this summer, SMART Carpet and Flooring has the perfect update: COREtec® sustainable luxury flooring from USFloors®. “Summer at the shore is a wonderful memory for so many families,” said Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “But no one wants to worry about musty old flooring when they should be enjoying a beach house getaway. At SMART Carpet and Flooring, we want to help our customers make the most of their beach homes and their full-time homes without sacrificing their breezy beach style, so we’ve introduced a durable new flooring that’s resistant to mold and mildew, making it perfect for both beachside and urban living--and everywhere in between.”

COREtec is GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means it meets the world’s toughest criteria for low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and, in turn, better indoor air quality. The patented waterproof luxury vinyl flooring is available in five-inch and seven-inch wood plank or 12” x 24” and 18” x 24” tile designs.

Don’t let the word vinyl throw you off: COREtec is visually indistinguishable from real wood plank, concrete, travertine and marble flooring. But at a lower price point than real wood and tile and offering a lifetime residential warranty, all COREtec products are readily installed over existing hard-surface floors and designed for easy living--exactly what one wants in a beach house (and at home).

Available in seven beautiful varieties, COREtec Plus 5” Plank features an attached cork underlayment for superior comfort underfoot and a lifetime waterproof warranty. Try COREtec Plus 5” Plan, in Corvallis Pine for a beach-weathered look, or consider the subtle reclaimed appearance of Boardwalk Oak.

COREtec Plus 7” Plank offers seven different designs in today’s popular wide plank look. It, too, comes with an attached cork underlayment and carries a lifetime waterproof warranty, with an additional lifetime pet-proof warranty. Ask to see COREtec Plus 7” Plank in any of its beach-themed looks, from the almost-white Ivory Coast Oak to sun-bleached Nantucket Oak and light espresso Olympic Pine.

COREtec Plus Tile rounds out the COREtec family with five different looks, and each carries lifetime waterproof and pet-proof warranties. Like its plank counterparts, COREtec Plus Tile includes attached cork underlayment. Beachcombers will want to see COREtec Plus Tile in Weathered Concrete or Amalfie Grey.

Homeowners interested in seeing COREtec flooring at their home or beach house can schedule an appointment at their convenience with SMART Carpet and Flooring’s mobile showroom. The company’s flooring experts are trained to help clients choose the flooring that meets their needs--right at home, the office, or the Tri-State-area vacation home, under the existing lighting and décor. Each mobile showroom is stocked with thousands of flooring samples, making a new floor both convenient and affordable.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s original shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Thinking of replacing those worn-out floors this summer? Think again, says SMART Carpet and Flooring: Spring is actually the best time to replace flooring in your home or office. “It’s springtime in the Tri-State area, and there’s no better season to replace tired and worn old flooring,” said Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “It’s easy to spend the winter saying you’ll get to the home projects in the summer, but by getting an early start in the spring, homeowners can beat the summer rush and spend the warmer months entertaining instead of remodeling.”

Today, the SMART Carpet and Flooring team is sharing its top three reasons to replace floors this spring instead of waiting until summer:

Flooring installation involves a considerable amount of foot traffic in and out of the home. In the spring, temperatures are no longer frigid—but neither are they sweltering. When outdoor temperatures are in that “just right” range, no one minds leaving doors open to accommodate tearing out the old floors and bringing in the new flooring materials.

Although today’s flooring generally doesn’t outgas, some homeowners find they appreciate increased ventilation while they get used to the unfamiliar smell of new flooring. It’s pleasant to open a window in the spring to let some fresh air in, but that’s not always the case in stormy fall and winter weather or the more humid days of summer.

Spring actually has the optimal flooring installation conditions. Because both temperature and humidity are milder in the spring, flooring--especially wood flooring--has a better chance to acclimate to the indoor environment.

Those conditions make spring the perfect time to add or replace flooring both indoors and outdoors, advises SMART Carpet and Flooring. The company’s mobile showrooms carry thousands of flooring samples, including indoor/outdoor flooring for worry-free family rooms and patios, as well as easy-care indoor flooring like Armstrong’s Luxe Plank, a 100% waterproof option for homeowners who want the beauty of wood or stone flooring in every room of the house.

Homeowners in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York who would like to get a jump on remodeling and replace their floors in the ideal spring conditions can call SMART Carpet and Flooring now to schedule an appointment. SMART Carpet’s flooring experts will bring the mobile showroom right to the client’s home, making the entire process as easy and convenient as summer will feel once those new floors are installed this spring.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s premiere shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing..

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, SMART Carpet and Flooring is going green--but their goal isn’t to avoid being pinched. Instead, the SMART Carpet and Flooring team is showcasing two of their top choices for more earth-friendly flooring. “Here at SMART Carpet and Flooring, we have a lot of fun with St. Patrick’s Day,” explained Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “It’s the perfect time to think about going green, both for the holiday and for the earth itself. Homeowners are often surprised when they find out just how many earth-friendly flooring options are available today.”

Phillips and his team recommend two greener, more eco-friendly choices this month: Armstrong® Luxe Plank® luxury vinyl flooring and Shaw® Because We Can™ carpet.

With a rigid core and 19 high-end wood and stone looks to choose from, Armstrong Luxe Plank flooring is a waterproof, scratch-resistant, easy-care alternative to real wood and tile flooring. No trees were harmed in the making of this flooring, yet it looks virtually indistinguishable from rustic hardwoods and exotics. The eco-friendly cork backing keeps Luxe Plank quiet and softer underfoot than typical hardwood flooring. Try it in smooth Tioga Timber or the thoroughly modern Concrete Structures Gotham Gray.

Made in the USA from plastic soft drink and water bottles originally headed to the landfill, Shaw Because We Can carpet might just as well be called “Because We Care.” This soft-as-butter carpet contains a whopping 50% post-consumer recycled materials and features lifetime soil and stain resistance warranties as well as 15-year texture retention, abrasive wear, and quality assurance warranties. Finding the right Because We Care carpet is a cinch, thanks to its 18 colors designed to look as good as new year after year. SMART Carpet and Flooring encourages homeowners to look at Worn Path, a warm mid-tone neutral, or the light and cool tones of Alaskan Air.

Homeowners in Tri-State Area of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York can see Armstrong Luxe Plank flooring and Shaw Because We Can carpet right in their own homes, thanks to SMART Carpet and Flooring’s pioneering mobile flooring showroom concept. The company’s highly trained flooring experts bring samples straight to the consumer, allowing homeowners to see thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl and stone flooring options under their own lighting and against their existing décor. SMART Carpet and Flooring is an end-to-end flooring solution, with services ranging from removing the old flooring to financing the new flooring installation in-house.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s premiere shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

The New Year is all about paying homage to yesteryear, at least on the floors. According to SMART Carpet and Flooring’s list of the top five hardwood flooring trends for 2018, this year the most up-to-the-minute homes will feature some vintage and retro looks. “For the last few years, many homeowners preferred a sleek, modern look to their flooring,” explained Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “The pendulum will swing in 2018. We’re seeing a return to retro: mixed-width hardwood plank flooring, distressed wood looks, and even an updated take on parquet floors.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring’s full list of the top five hardwood flooring trends for 2018 includes:

Wide plank hardwood floors. Equally at home against modern and rustic décor, this year’s floors will give new meaning to the term “wide plank flooring.” Want to be on trend? Look for hardwood planks that are five or even seven inches wide. This flooring trend will make any space look larger. Gray wood floors. This trend may not sound new, but its execution in 2018 will be a little different. Whereas 2017 saw a trend toward warmer grays and “greige,” 2018 will usher in cooler tones throughout the home, making it the perfect time to install cool gray flooring.

Distressed wood floors. Whether eco-friendly reclaimed wood or budget-friendly wood-look vinyl plank, distressed wood is one of the hottest new flooring trends in the New Year, thanks in no small part to popular home remodeling shows’ reliance on the look. Look to distressed wood flooring--particularly in the cooler gray tones that are so easy to find in reclaimed wood plank--if you want to instantly bring your home on trend this year.

Varied-width wood plank floors. This trend began to gain speed toward the end of 2017, and it’s only picking up steam in 2018. Reminiscent of historic homes when nothing went to waste, mixed-width wood flooring makes for a one-of-a-kind look that brightens and freshens any room. Choose any combination of widths for this trend: Let your personal aesthetic be your guide.

Parquet floors. The vintage, mid-century chevron flooring look is back. This time around, try combining parquet with other 2018 flooring trends like cool gray flooring, distressed wood, or even wide plank flooring to create your own thoroughly modern take on parquet.

SMART Carpet and Flooring is the leading at-home flooring provider in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. The company was the first in the area to bring mobile flooring showrooms to the consumer, allowing homeowners to see thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl and stone flooring samples right at home, under their own lighting and against their existing décor. SMART Carpet and Flooring is a full-service flooring provider, offering everything from removal of the old flooring to financing the new flooring installation in-house.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the Tri-State area’s premiere shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

More Americans than ever are working remotely, and for many, a functional home office is a necessity. Now SMART Carpet and Flooring is helping entrepreneurs and remote workers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York carve out office space at home. “A February 2017 Gallup survey revealed that 43% of American workers spend at least some time working remotely,” explained Brendan Phillips, SMART Carpet and Flooring founder and president. “Home offices focused on performance and comfort will help those workers to be more productive and successful.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring maintains that a cornerstone of the modern home office is the flooring. It must be durable, easy to maintain, and offer a high visual impact, particularly if clients will visit the home office. Affordability is also a key feature for many homeowners. But does any flooring choice fit the bill?

Absolutely, according to Phillips: Adura® Max Prime by Mannington is SMART Carpet and Flooring’s top pick for home office flooring. A solid rigid core luxury vinyl tile, or LVT, flooring, Adura Max Prime has the look of hand-scribed artisan hardwood flooring at a fraction of the price, and with vinyl’s unbeatable ease of care.

Adura Max Prime is 100% waterproof and resists scuffs, scrapes and indentations (although Phillips cautions that any home office with a rolling chair should also have a chair mat to protect the floor, regardless of the flooring material used). Available in seven attractive styles, Adura Max Prime easily covers subfloor irregularities and can completely transform a room from worn and dated to professional and modern. SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends Sausalito Sunrise for a rustic flooring feel or Tribeca Cinder for a sleek, industrial look.

SMART Carpet and Flooring has been the flooring provider of choice for homeowners in the tri-state area for more than two decades. Today, thanks to the mobile flooring showroom model Phillips first introduced in New Jersey, homeowners have the luxury of choosing from thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl and stone flooring samples right in their own homes. SMART Carpet and Flooring offers end-to-end flooring services, from removal and installation to in-house financing.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

As the tri-state area’s premiere shop-at-home flooring provider with deep roots in New Jersey, SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

When golfers teed off at the 29th Annual Thomas V. Karaban Memorial Golf Tournament last week, Rainbow Foundation was the true winner. Thanks to the SMART Carpet and Flooring-sponsored event, Rainbow Foundation was able to raise $25,000 to help lift some of the financial burden from families of children battling serious illnesses in New Jersey. Founded by Thomas V. Karaban in 1984, Rainbow Foundation has spent more than three decades providing what it calls “financial first aid” to hundreds of New Jersey children annually - a total of 20,000 children to date - with the goal of quickly providing relief to parents struggling to pay the bills while their children are receiving treatment for life-threatening conditions. The non-sectarian, non-profit organization helps families without requiring them to jump through hoops or wait for any lengthy or complicated approval processes.

In order to help families with whatever is most needed, Rainbow Foundation aid takes many forms - from hospital bills and medical equipment to transportation and accommodations during surgeries, cash assistance, and more. The Foundation’s Board of Trustees, Advisory Board, and staff include local businesspeople as well as parents who have gone through their own children’s serious illnesses. Children and families are screened and referred to Rainbow Foundation by over 200 different agencies, including Special Child Health Services, Monmouth Medical, American Cancer Society, Valerie Fund, and Ronald McDonald House.

The annual golf tournament held in Karaban’s name continues to be one of Rainbow Foundation’s most significant fundraisers, with corporate sponsors like SMART Carpet and Flooring, individual golfers, and other supporters all pitching in to provide a little hope to families who may not have felt very hopeful for some time.

“We are humbled to have been able to help children and families in need through our association with the 29th Annual Thomas V. Karaban Memorial Golf Tournament,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “Rainbow Foundation is a wonderful local organization that has long dedicated itself to improving the lives of children. Here at SMART Carpet and Flooring, we will continue to do whatever we can to further that mission.”

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Throughout the tri-state area, homeowners are preparing to welcome house guests for summer visits. For those eyeing the guest room and thinking it could stand to be spruced up, SMART Carpet and Flooring has good news: They can help -- and they’ll bring the showroom with them. Better yet, SMART Carpet and Flooring experts are offering suggestions for easy updates that will make summer guests feel right at home, at some of the lowest prices of the year thanks to the company’s Independence Day Super Sale. “Summertime is the traveling season, and most folks enjoy welcoming friends and family to their home for overnight or longer stays,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “But it’s no fun to open the guest room door and see threadbare or stained carpet, bland walls, and cast-off bedding. With a few simple and affordable updates, homeowners can transform the guest room into a traveler’s retreat.”

This season, says the SMART Carpet and Flooring team, “greige” is all the rage. Mixing neutral, natural tones of gray and beige creates a restful and welcoming guest room. Add crisp white bedding and soft lighting, and accent with colorful accessories in on-trend colors like Pantone’s Treetop, Marina, or Deep Grass Green.

For the floors, SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends stain-resistant carpet that feels luxurious underfoot. Their top picks:

Shaw’s Because We Can II Clearly Bold collection. Available in three weights and 18 multi-tone colors ranging from the nearly black “Underwater” to the lighter “Alaskan Air,” Because We Can is stain- and soil-resistant, made in the USA, and offers an excellent value to cost-conscious homeowners. Try it in the cool gray tones of “Rocky Mountain.”

Mohawk Wear Dated® Soft Touch™ Berber carpet. Available in three patterns—Weathered Sand, Lattice, and Pavers—and 16 natural colors in a range of grays, beiges and browns, this Berber is one of the softest carpets available and features ScotchGard™ Protector Advanced Repel Technology, with lifetime stain and soil resistance. For a light, airy guest room, try it in Moonlight, a perfect cross between gray and beige.

During the Independence Day Super Sale going on now until July 4th, shoppers can get those choices plus thousands of others at 10% off regular SMART Carpet and Flooring prices, which are typically 50% less than other flooring retailers thanks to the company’s innovative mobile showroom business model.

SMART Carpet and Flooring is the original shop-at-home carpet and flooring shopping experience in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York, with the first SMART Carpet mobile showroom hitting the road in New Jersey more than 20 years ago. Today, the company is the leading at-home flooring supplier in the tri-state area, allowing homeowners to choose from thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring samples in the comfort of their own homes, against their own lighting and décor, with the help of trained flooring experts. SMART Carpet and Flooring assists customers throughout the flooring process, from removing old flooring to installing and even financing beautiful new flooring. Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

If the pitter-patter of little feet has turned into a never-ending symphony of stomps, thumps and clatters over the years, SMART Carpet and Flooring has good news: It is possible to have some peace and quiet without getting rid of pets or family members. And all it takes is some of today’s eco-friendly floor padding that’s designed to control sound. No longer just for carpets, floor padding is also ideal for dampening sound on laminate, engineered wood, floating hardwood, and luxury vinyl tile floors in homes and commercial buildings alike.“So often folks get used to the noise level in their homes as it slowly increases over time,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “Modern floor padding is specifically designed to keep rooms quieter, which gives any home or office a greater feeling of serenity.”

To lessen sound in the home, SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends installing products like Future Foam’s SSG II sound control floor padding under hard floors. Versatile--it can be used under floating floors or under single glue, nail-down, or staple floor installations--SSG II is manufactured with 100% virgin rubber and is 100% recyclable. The padding includes a moisture barrier to keep mold, mildew, and odor-causing bacteria from forming under floors, making it ideal for kitchens, laundry rooms, bathrooms, and entryways.

Homeowners who prefer the look and feel of carpet are covered as well: SMART Carpet and Flooring includes premium six-pound or eight-pound padding with all of its carpets. In addition to providing a luxurious feel underfoot, SMART Carpet and Flooring’s carpet padding dampens sound and inhibits the growth of bacteria, thanks to an antimicrobial material encapsulated in the padding during manufacturing. The encapsulation method ensures the padding’s antimicrobial properties will not wear out, even in high-traffic areas. For bedrooms, where sound-absorption and a soft feel to the flooring are particularly desirable, SMART Carpet and Flooring offers a nine-pound memory foam carpet pad upgrade with spill guard technology built in.

SMART Carpet and Flooring got its start in New Jersey, when Phillips began bringing flooring samples directly to customers’ homes. That was 22 years ago. Today, thanks to the mobile flooring showroom model SMART Carpet and Flooring pioneered, the company is the leading at-home flooring supplier in the tri-state area, where homeowners have the luxury of choosing from thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring samples in the comfort of their own homes. SMART Carpet offers complete flooring services, from flooring removal and installation to in-house financing.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Ah, the holidays: Hot chocolate, snow, steaming mugs of mulled wine . . . all of which, when they end up on the floors, make for a pronounced lack of cheer. Fortunately, SMART Carpet and Flooring has a solution that, while it may not result in peace on earth this holiday season, is sure to bring peace of mind to homeowners throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. During SMART Carpet and Flooring’s, December Sale of the Season, you’ll get up to 50% off typical store prices, plus an additional 10% off every carpet they sell, now through December 25. Perfect for children’s rooms, living rooms, and any high-traffic area that’s likely to see more use this holiday season, waterproof carpet combines modern durability with a classic, warm look to welcome family and friends. SMART Carpet and Flooring’s pick? Shaw’s Anso Living collection, which features Shaw’s patented LifeGuard waterproof backing and patented R2X® Stain and Soil Repellant to keep early-morning coffee spills, melted snow, and other common accidents from ruining the holidays.

“People hear waterproof carpet, and they tend to think of the old indoor-outdoor carpeting found in rec rooms from coast to coast a generation ago,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “But flooring manufacturers’ technology and design have come so far even in the last few years that we are now able to offer beautiful, high-quality carpeting inside the home that just happens to be completely waterproof and resists stains and dirt. We really recommend waterproof carpet to families who want to have a full house with kids, pets, friends and relatives this holiday season but don’t want to worry about how their floors will look once January rolls around.”

Right now, all carpet in SMART Carpet and Flooring’s mobile showrooms is an additional 10% off the company’s already low prices, which are typically up to 50% off what homeowners would normally pay at other flooring retailers thanks to SMART Carpet and Flooring’s streamlined business model. The company’s December Sale of the Season runs through December 25, 2016.

SMART Carpet and Flooring launched its mobile flooring showroom in New Jersey in 1995. Back then, the company was the only one to take the flooring shopping experience out of the store and bring flooring samples directly to consumers. Today, SMART Carpet and Flooring is the leading at-home flooring provider in the tri-state area. Clients can choose from thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring samples in the comfort of their own homes. The company is a full-service flooring provider, taking care of everything from removing old floors to offering in-house financing.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

When SMART Carpet and Flooring first started bringing carpet and flooring samples to clients’ homes in New Jersey back in 1995, the company had just one mobile showroom: a Dodge Caravan sporting a hand-painted logo and design. The SMART Carpet and Flooring fleet has grown considerably since then as the company has expanded across New Jersey and into Pennsylvania and New York, but through the years SMART Carpet and Flooring stuck with its trusty Caravans. But with Fiat-Chrysler’s announcement last year that it would discontinue the Caravan, SMART Carpet and Flooring decided it was time to upgrade its fleet. As a result, this month the company will have 12 brand-new Mercedes-Benz Metris vans on the road. And the timing couldn’t be better, since SMART Carpet and Flooring is expanding its flooring lines. Eventually, every SMART Carpet and Flooring mobile showroom will be a Mercedes Metris.

The new SMART Carpet and Flooring vans are larger than the Caravans--a critical consideration as the company adds more flooring lines to the thousands already housed in each mobile showroom. As the company grows, it continues to add products that appeal to every budget, every style and every taste. The Mercedes-Benz Metris features rear tailgate doors, which shelter mobile showroom staff from inclement weather when loading and unloading carpet and flooring samples at clients’ homes.

The Metris’s safety features were another draw for SMART Carpet and Flooring. Each van includes steering wheel controls for hands-free operation of communication and navigation functions, along with automatic, targeted Crosswind Assist braking to help the van stay in its lane in spite of wind gusts. The Load-Adaptive Electronic Stability Program, or ESP®, helps keep the van stable at all times, particularly if certain dangerous conditions are detected. And because the cab is completely enclosed, flooring samples in the cargo area cannot slide forward and injure the driver in the event of a sudden stop.

“Our team really appreciates the upgraded safety features and increased space of the Mercedes Metris, and we have heard from customers that they like our new look,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring salesperson Brandon Fennell. “The renowned Mercedes-Benz luxury keeps us comfortable, and the quality of these vans just can’t be beat.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring was the first at-home flooring showroom to serve New Jersey. Today, the company is the premier mobile flooring shopping experience in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, and SMART Carpet and Flooring mobile showrooms carry thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring option samples directly to homeowners. Clients enjoy shopping for flooring in the comfort of their own homes, with the guidance of SMART Carpet and Flooring’s highly trained flooring experts. The company provides complete flooring services, from flooring removal and installation to financing. SMART Carpet and Flooring’s mobile business model allows customers to enjoy lower prices and completely personalized service.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Forget the dog days of summer. The best of summer is in August and even early September. And that’s why SMART Carpet and Flooring, the original at-home flooring shopping experience in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York, says now is the perfect time to give outdoor living spaces a mini makeover. “Many homeowners think of late spring or early summer as the time to get ready for outdoor entertaining,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “But often the summer entertaining calendar doesn’t get into full swing until the weather is consistently dry and hot, which is typically late July and August. It’s not too late to make patios and other outdoor living areas chic and inviting.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring gives homeowners five simple and affordable steps for updating outdoor living spaces:

Start with a good cleaning. Knock down any cobwebs, and use a hose and a soft brush to clean walls, patios, porch railings, outdoor tables and chairs, and other surfaces. Don’t forget to wash windows and sliding glass doors.

Check for any needed repairs. Tables and chairs should be sturdy, with no wobbling or cracks.

Update seating cushions. For outdoor sofas, choose bright, cheerful colors that complement the existing décor.

Refinish weathered surfaces. Sand and stain wooden railings and decking; for wooden tables and chairs, sand and stain or refinish with an outdoor paint that picks up a favorite color from the cushions or other décor.

Add new flooring. Indoor/outdoor carpet is an unexpected option that’s surprisingly durable. Clean-up is a snap, requiring little more than a good sweeping and occasional cleaning with water. SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends Shaw’s Cabana in Mineral Gray; its flecks of black and celery complement a variety of color schemes, and Cabana’s Classicbac® polyurethane backing is mold- and mildew-resistant. For a fun change, try Shaw’s Park Central indoor outdoor carpet in Oasis, which looks like a putting green and features moisture-resistant urethane unitary backing.

SMART Carpet and Flooring was the first mobile, at-home flooring showroom in New Jersey, later expanding to Pennsylvania and New York. Today, the company is the leading mobile flooring shopping provider in the tri-state area, and SMART Carpet and Flooring mobile showrooms carry thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring option samples. Homeowners can enjoy a comfortable flooring shopping experience right at home, under their own lighting and against their own décor, and with the guidance of highly trained flooring experts. SMART Carpet and Flooring provides complete flooring services, from flooring removal and installation to in-house financing. The company’s mobile business model allows customers to enjoy lower prices and completely personalized service.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

The humidity in a home changes with the seasons and can affect wood floors, causing gaps that weren’t visible a few months ago. SMART Carpet and Flooring, the original at-home flooring shopping experience in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, occasionally takes calls during the summer from homeowners concerned about new cracks or gaps in their wood floors. But, says SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips, most homeowners can rest easy if they take a few simple steps toward keeping floors in good condition all year. “We expect wood to expand and contract in reaction to the heat and humidity--or lack thereof--inside a home,” Phillips explained. “It’s just what wood naturally does, even when it’s installed on your floor. The seasonal changes are pretty small, but there are things homeowners can do to mitigate the effects.”

Although seasonal wood flooring contraction and expansion is normal, SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends that homeowners focus on keeping a uniform level of humidity and temperature inside the house year-round for optimal wood condition over the life of the flooring. In the tri-state area, where summers generally tend to be warmer and more humid, homeowners can lower the humidity in the house--and the associated swelling in flooring as the wood absorbs moisture from the air--by running air conditioning or an inexpensive dehumidifier. In drier parts of the country, a simple humidifier can do the trick in the hot summer months.

With all that natural expansion, can’t wood floors start buckling? Not when they’re properly installed, says Phillips. SMART Carpet and Flooring installation professionals lay wood flooring according to industry standards, which allow just enough extra room for the floors to expand without warping and contract without leaving large gaps.

Homeowners who notice sudden and drastic changes in their wood flooring when the weather changes may need additional help. Extreme gapping, cracking, buckling and warping are not typical responses to seasonal heat and humidity, says SMART Carpet and Flooring, but even in those cases, the company’s flooring professionals can restore floors to their original beauty. Tri-state homeowners who are unsure whether they’re seeing normal seasonal fluctuation in their floors should call SMART Carpet and Flooring for assistance.

SMART Carpet and Flooring was the first mobile, at-home flooring shopping provider in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. The company’s mobile showrooms are stocked with thousands of carpet, tile, wood, vinyl, and stone flooring options, which consumers can see and feel in the comfort of their own homes, against their own lighting and décor. SMART Carpet and Flooring provides full-service flooring services, from removing old flooring and installing new floors to offering in-house financing. Thanks to its mobile showrooms, the company has no costly warehousing or other typical overhead expenses, allowing customers to enjoy lower prices and more personalized service.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Trendsetters are going gray this year--or at least their floors are, according to SMART Carpet and Flooring, the tri-state area’s original mobile, at-home flooring provider. Today, the company is offering suggestions for homeowners who would like to add some shades of gray this spring. “Gray is the latest trend to hit the home décor world,” said Brendan Phillips, president of SMART Carpet and Flooring. “Flooring manufacturers have responded with some truly beautiful options for homeowners who would like to update their home’s look and feel this season. We think homeowners in the tri-state area will have a lot of fun exploring the gray trend in their own homes.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring points to two options for homeowners who want to go gray: Shaw’s Golden Opportunity hardwood floor in Weathered or Floorte Premio Enhanced Vinyl Plank (EVP)’s Reclaimed Visual collection, which includes three options ranging from grayish brown to a muted gray. Each of the Golden Opportunity and Premio EVP flooring choices is attractive and durable, but they offer very different looks to work with a wide variety of décor styles.

Shaw Golden Opportunity hardwood flooring is available in two different plank widths and carries a 30-year warranty, with ScuffResist™ PLATINUM wear-resistant polyurethane finish. All Golden Opportunity hardwood flooring options, including the neutral gray Weathered, are made in the USA.

Similarly, Shaw Floorte Premio EVP carries a lifetime wear warranty. The Reclaimed Visual collection is engineered to resemble weathered boards and is completely waterproof. Easily installed, Floorte Premio EVP gives homeowners a rustic option that lends a sense of time and place to a home.

SMART Carpet and Flooring carries many other flooring choices for homeowners interested in exploring the gray trend, including tile, laminate, vinyl, carpet, and wood flooring. Those who could use some guidance in choosing exactly the right flooring option for their family’s lifestyle and decorating preferences can turn to SMART Carpet and Flooring’s mobile showrooms, which are staffed by trained flooring and design experts who can show all of the options directly in customers’ own homes and against their existing décor and lighting.

SMART Carpet and Flooring was one of the first companies to bring flooring choices directly to homeowners in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. Each mobile showroom contains thousands of carpet, tile, wood floor, vinyl, and stone flooring options, which consumers can see at their convenience in the comfort of their own homes. SMART Carpet and Flooring is a full-service flooring solution, from removing old flooring and installing new floors to providing in-house financing. The company’s mobile concept eliminates the need for costly warehousing and many other typical overhead expenses, allowing SMART Carpet and Flooring customers to enjoy pricing that is typically far below that of other flooring providers.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Winter isn’t done with us—or our homes—just yet. Rain, snow, and even mud can be easily tracked into a home by children, pets and visitors and wreak havoc on the floors this time of year. Fortunately, SMART Carpet and Flooring, the original shop-at-home flooring provider in the tri-state area, has some practical advice to help keep the home nice even when winter is at its nastiest. For entryways and other areas that receive a high amount of traffic directly from outside, SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends vinyl tile flooring. Naturally stain-and scratch-resistant and easy to clean, vinyl tile is available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Similarly, hardwood flooring is a smart choice for homes when cold, wet weather rolls around. Today’s hardwoods are treated to be stain- and soil-resistant, and wood traditionally adds warmth to a home.

“There are many durable flooring choices that can stand up to the harsh winter weather,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “We advise homeowners to decide which type of flooring meets their needs, whether that’s a stain resistant hardwood or an easy-care tile, and then choose a variation of that particular type of flooring that ties in with their design aesthetic.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring offers two jumping-off points for homeowners interested in exploring their options in durable flooring: Congoleum’s 14”x14” tile flooring and Mohawk’s Timberline Oak hardwood flooring.

Congoleum tile flooring includes Scotchgard Protector for even greater durability and ease of use. Available in a palette of neutral colors and textures, Congoleum tile flooring can be installed with or without grout.

Mohawk’s Timberline Oak five-inch plank flooring features EazyCare™ stain- and soil-protection and DuraCore™ technology for added strength. With a range of colors to choose from, Timberline Oak is appropriate for any room in the home.

Homeowners interested in additional durable flooring recommendations this winter can call on SMART Carpet and Flooring for expert help. The company’s mobile showrooms are staffed by flooring and design experts who can show all of the available options directly in the customer’s home and help choose the right flooring for the customer’s lifestyle.

SMART Carpet and Flooring was the first company to bring flooring choices directly to homeowners in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. Each mobile showroom contains thousands of carpet, tile, wood floor, vinyl, and stone flooring options, which consumers can see in the comfort of their own homes, against their own lighting and décor. The company can remove old flooring and install new floors, and SMART Carpet and Flooring’s wide range of price points and finance options ensure there is a flooring choice for every budget and style.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Decorating for the holidays? Don’t forget the floor, says SMART Carpet and Flooring, the tri-state area’s original shop-at-home flooring leader. And to help homeowners choose flooring that performs well and looks great in high-traffic areas this holiday season, SMART Carpet and Flooring has released its short list of flooring choices that are always nice and never naughty. First up: An endlessly forgiving resilient, or vinyl, tile flooring. Virtually impervious to wear and tear from pets, spills, dropped objects, stains, or just about anything else a houseful of friends and family can throw at it, resilient tile flooring looks vastly different — and much more beautiful — than the vinyl flooring of years past.

For an example of an attractive resilient flooring choice, SMART Carpet and Flooring points to a product like Congoleum’s DuraCeramic. Designed as a luxury alternative to ceramic tile, DuraCeramic has the appearance of a custom tile floor with the ease of vinyl. It even contains Scotchgard™ Protector for added peace of mind.

Homeowners who prefer the look of stone but want the warmth and durability of vinyl might prefer Armstrong Alterna™ or Alterna Reserve Luxury Vinyl. Nearly indistinguishable from real stone, Armstrong Alterna and Alterna Reserve feature stain-resistant surfaces and absorb sound to keep the focus on the conversation, not the clatter of the floor — even during lively holiday parties.

Next on the list: A luxury vinyl plank flooring. Luxury vinyl plank flooring looks like real hardwood but offers the same stain resistance, warmth and noise dampening as its resilient tile flooring cousin.

Finally, for homeowners who love the look and feel of carpet, SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends a highly stain-resistant carpet that’s up to the task of hosting holiday dinners, extended family, and anything else the holiday season can throw at it. Homeowners in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York will find a variety of carpet options that fit the bill in every SMART Carpet and Flooring mobile showroom.

“Homeowners typically host more family and friends during the holidays than at any other time of year,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “It’s important to be ready for extra wear and tear. SMART Carpet and Flooring’s mobile showrooms stand ready to bring the perfect flooring choices to homeowners in time for the holiday entertaining season.”

To make it even easier for homeowners to spruce up their homes this month, SMART Carpet and Flooring is holding its annual December sales event. From now until December 15th, SMART Carpet and Flooring is offering up to 50% off typical store prices, plus an offer to take an additional 10% off every carpet they sell!

Flooring even makes a thoughtful gift. SMART Carpet and Flooring gift cards give loved ones the gift of choosing from over 4,000 carpet, vinyl, wood, laminate, and tile flooring choices right in the comfort of their own homes, with the guidance of a flooring expert.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and financing.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

All across the country, leaves are turning, the air is becoming crisp, and Americans are preparing for the holiday entertaining season. Amid the hustle and bustle of seasonal celebrations, mobile flooring showroom pioneer SMART Carpet and Flooring reminds homeowners to pay attention to the floors when decorating for parties. To make that a little easier, SMART Carpet and Flooring will offer special 18-month financing during the week of October 7 – 13, 2015. “This time of year, decorating is on everyone’s minds,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring Product Manager Ken Lewis. “But all the ribbons and baubles in the world won’t keep guests from noticing outdated, worn floors. We love to help clients freshen their homes’ appearance in preparation for holiday gatherings, and new flooring is a simple change that can completely update a home’s look and feel.”

Lewis recommends a natural wood floor to bring warmth and a comfortably elegant feel to a home this time of year. Products like Shaw’s Bellingham oak floors in 2.25-inch or a striking 3.5-inch width bring seasonal charm to any home. Available in six colors -- including “Butterscotch,” a traditional golden oak; “Coffee Bean” with a contemporary dark finish; and the rustic “Weathered” -- the Bellingham collection is a top choice for homeowners who are ready to update their décor this season.

Particularly during the fall and winter months, homeowners find themselves with many expenses, both budgeted and unexpected. To help people in the tri-state area enjoy beautifully updated homes this season without sacrificing their holiday spending, SMART Carpet and Flooring is holding one of its highly anticipated flash financing events: During the week of October 7 – 13, 2015, SMART Carpet and Flooring is offering 18-month financing on approved credit.*

SMART Carpet and Flooring has spent two decades bringing a curated collection of carpet, vinyl, laminate and tile flooring directly to homeowners in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The SMART Carpet and Flooring mobile showrooms are staffed by flooring experts and offer thousands of flooring options. Customers can view and choose their new flooring right in their own homes, and in addition to financing, the company also provides installation services. It’s a simple way to update a home during the busiest time of year.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding, installation and even financing. For more information, visit http://www.smartcarpet.com.

*See a SMART Carpet Representative for details

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

The hard flooring industry in the U.S. is expected to surge to $16.7 billion, or 11.3 billion square feet, by 2019--and according to a recent report by market research firm Freedonia Group, that 6.1 percent-per-year growth will be due in part to consumer demand for vinyl flooring options. SMART Carpet and Flooring is already seeing an uptick in demand for luxury vinyl plank flooring, the company said today. “Luxury vinyl plank is not your mother’s vinyl flooring,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring President Brendan Phillips. “Products like Chatham Plank by Shaw, which is one of our more popular options, are durable and easy to clean, yet most people would be hard pressed to tell luxury vinyl plank flooring from hardwood floors. It’s really the best of both worlds, and it’s becoming the hard flooring of choice among our residential and commercial customers alike.”

Luxury vinyl plank comes in strips that look just like hardwood planks. Shaw’s Chatham Plank floor, for instance, is available in five colors: Oakhill, a light oak pattern; the exotic Rainforest Teak; cool Angelina Hickory; warm and dark Carolina Hickory; and Belle Meade, a golden oak pattern. Once installed, all are virtually indistinguishable from real wood. But unlike hardwood, luxury vinyl plank won’t stain or fade--and Chatham Plank by Shaw, which uses VersaLock AG Technology for secure installation without adhesive, is guaranteed to resist water damage for 25 years under normal use conditions.

To help consumers see products like Chatham Plank and other flooring options in real customers’ homes, the SMART Carpet and Flooring YouTube channel features video testimonials. Viewers can hear customers talk about their experiences with SMART Carpet while seeing how luxury vinyl plank, hardwood floors, laminate flooring, and carpet look in a variety of residential and commercial settings.

SMART Carpet and Flooring has spent the last two decades fine-tuning its product offerings and customer service, as evidenced by the many testimonials on YouTube. Through its mobile showrooms, the company brings thousands of carpet, vinyl, laminate and tile flooring options directly to homeowners in the tri-state area. There, in the comfort of their own homes and with the assistance of the company’s seasoned team, customers choose their flooring, which SMART Carpet installs for a beautiful finished product every time. Subscribers to the SMART Carpet and Flooring email receive advance notice of special buys and flash 18-month financing events.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding and installation. For more information, visit http://www.smartcarpet.com.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Summer is just starting to heat up, and for many homeowners, that means it’s time to check the air conditioning or drag out the box fans. Today, SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com) revealed another option for keeping cool, and it’s literally right under our feet. “Flooring is often overlooked when it comes to cooling, but in reality, choosing the right flooring option can make the difference between living in discomfort when the temperature climbs and actually feeling like the home is a refuge from the heat,” said SMART Carpet and Flooring Product Manager, Ken Lewis. “Our clients are often surprised at what a difference flooring can make in their comfort levels inside when it’s hot outside.”

SMART Carpet and Flooring’s top pick for a summertime sanctuary: Havermill half-inch-thick laminate plank by Mohawk, in contemporary “Sunbeam Acacia” color. The 5.25-inch-wide, 47.25-inch-long laminate planks are hand-scraped, giving the timeless look of wood floors but with a more durable finish, and lock snugly together with the Uniclick locking system for glueless installation.

It’s the thickness of Mohawk Havermill plank flooring, says SMART Carpet and Flooring, that makes it an ideal choice for keeping the home cooler in the summer months. The planks stay cool underfoot, unlike thinner laminates that can more easily absorb heat and feel warmer as the mercury rises. In contrast to other laminates, Mohawk Havermill’s acoustics are similar to those of real wood, giving the flooring a satisfying feel and sound underfoot.

Homeowners in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania who would like to see how Mohawk Havermill plank flooring -- in “Sunbeam Acacia” or one of the seven other available colors -- would look in their homes are in luck: SMART Carpet and Flooring is always happy to oblige. The company’s mobile showroom brings over 4,000 flooring samples directly to clients, in their own homes, under their own lighting and against the backdrop of their own décor.

Smart shoppers will also appreciate SMART Carpet and Flooring’s flash financing events. While the company always offers 12-month financing, periodically throughout the rest of 2015 they’ll offer special 18-month financing. SMART Carpet and Flooring recommends watching for the events, because they could pop up at any time . . . and they don’t run for long.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet and Flooring eliminates the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring by doing everything at the client’s home, where color and quality selection matter most. Because the company is a mill-direct buying service and not a store, SMART Carpet and Flooring customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. SMART Carpet and Flooring includes everything from measuring and layout to quality padding and installation. For more information, visit http://www.smartcarpet.com.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

The experts at SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com) know that when spring is in the air, homeowners often think about new flooring – after all, new flooring is an effective, economical way to revitalize individual rooms or an entire house. With that in mind, the company has put together a short list of top flooring options that are not only fantastic to look at, but also easy to install, maintain and clean. "New flooring can make a profound difference in the look and feel of any room," commented Brendan Phillips, president of SMART Carpet and Flooring. "We offer a wide selection of flooring to satisfy even the choosiest homeowner. And the best part is we take the showroom to the customer, which makes selecting the right flooring or carpet for each room infinitely easier."

SMART Carpet and Flooring has options for every style and every budget. The following are merely some representative examples of "Good," "Better" and "Best" options in modern vinyl flooring.

Good

Mohawk manufactures luxury vinyl tile – LVT – flooring that more than stands up to the rigors of even the busiest households. With its protective urethane coating, the flooring works well in any room, even utility rooms and bathrooms. Mohawk LVT is a tremendously forgiving flooring, providing gentle cushioning for bare feet and maintaining the same surface temperature in all seasons. The Prospects line of Mohawk LVT is available in a wide assortment of rich, deep colors that complement any décor.

Better

Homeowners interested in a higher-end product with an extended warranty need look no further than Shaw Chatham Plank. Available in five shades of oak, hickory and teak, Shaw flooring is notable for its authentic wood look and proven durability. All Chatham Plank floors come with a 25-year residential warranty.

One of Shaw Chatham Plank's best features is its interlocking, glue-free installation. Tiles click easily into place and float above the subfloor, allowing for more than adequate cushion. The virgin vinyl material contains no heavy metals or otherwise toxic chemicals, so homeowners can rest assured that their new flooring will not impact indoor air quality.

Best

Combining all the features that anyone might desire in flooring, The Fusion Hybrid Floor is a 50/50 recycled wood composite available in both wood planks and stone tiles. The flooring is suitable for any room in the house, but is especially practical in high-moisture areas like bathrooms, utility rooms and mudrooms. Patented Permacore™ technology ensure the flooring is waterproof and dimensionally stable. Fusion Hybrid Floor will never expand or contract, or fade when exposed to daily, direct sunlight. Derr is so confident in its product's strength and resilience that it extends lifetime wear and structural warranties on Fusion Hybrid Floors.

Getting Started

With SMART Carpet and Flooring, homeowners need not wander in the fluorescent maze of big box retailers. Instead, the company offers a mobile showroom – a carpet and flooring professional meets customers in their own homes and on their own schedules, providing free estimates and quickly getting the ball rolling toward a new floor. SMART Carpet and Flooring also offers free, professional, warrantied installation. In short, homeowners could ask for no better partner for their ambitious springtime home renovations.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

As a mill-direct buying service, SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com) is continually looking for ways to deliver optimal value to every customer. For many, luxury vinyl tile (LVT) represents a winning combination of appealing design, high performance and affordability. Industry leader Mohawk produces several lines of LVT, with products certified to appeal to homeowners who take pride in the look and feel of their living spaces. "Luxury vinyl tile seamlessly reproduces the appearance of wood, ceramic or stone," remarked Brendan Phillips, president of SMART Carpet and Flooring. "And beyond that visual appeal, LVT is both durable and comfortable enough for any living room, entryway or kitchen. It's simply one of the most versatile flooring options that we offer. Unlike traditional ceramic tile, LVT maintains the ambient temperature of the room it is in, so it stays warm to your touch.”

Mohawk Simplesse LVT is available in 15 rich colors, ranging from tawny chestnut to warm honey oak – enough choices to complement any home décor. The patented Uniclic® installation system means no glue or special tools are required to lay the flooring. Maintaining Simplesse LVT is equally effortless. Regular sweeping and occasional wet mopping is all that's necessary to keep the flooring in top shape.

With its urethane finish, Simplesse LVT is durable enough for any room in the house while still being beautiful and comfortable on bare feet. The flooring comes with a 25-year limited residential warranty and a 6-year commercial warranty.

Prospects is another line of LVT from Mohawk that brings together tremendous durability with eye-catching colors. Homeowners can select from 10 wood plank and 3 ceramic tile designs; traditional glue-down installation holds the flooring firmly in place. Prospects is appropriate for any room in the house, and Mohawk extends a 15-year residential warranty on the flooring.

A slightly higher grade flooring is Prospects Plus, which comes with a 25-year warranty. Neither Prospects nor Prospects Plus contain recycled vinyl; virgin vinyl provides the utmost in strength and dimensional stability.

Although vinyl tile has been around for decades, today's luxury vinyl tile is nothing like what one might find in grandma's kitchen. Superior fabrication and printing technology means modern LVT floors are virtually indistinguishable from the "genuine" article. LVT also offers simple installation to appeal to do-it-yourself types.

Luxury vinyl tile is a composite product consisting of several functional layers. The foundation layer of PVC vinyl gives the flooring its stability and toughness, but also has a degree of flexibility to ensure longevity. The visible, "decorative" layer goes on top of the foundation layer, and a protective wear layer finishes the composite. The wear layer is typically several millimeters of transparent urethane.

SMART Carpet and Flooring already offers the most competitive pricing on the market, not to mention the convenience and practicality of at-home shopping. Homeowners can schedule an appointment that fits their schedule and receive a free, no-obligation estimate. SMART Carpet and Flooring's mobile showroom is filled with over 4,000 styles and colors from the world's top brands.

For consumers not on board with the DIY trend, or who simply are too busy to deal with a hands-on home improvement project, SMART Carpet and Flooring provides professional installation, backed by a lifetime warranty.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Superior customer service is a core value at SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com). Now, the company's dedication to that value has earned a unique distinction – the selection as a finalist for the International Service Excellence (ISE) Award from the Customer Service Institute of America. The ISE Award recognizes companies that have demonstrated "excellence, professionalism and outstanding achievement." In filtering through the nominations, the institute looks closely at several criteria. These include the background and history of the company and its management, the unique products and services offered, the company philosophy and the professionalism of its staff.

"Saving time and money for customers is part of our DNA; it's how we've built strong and lasting relationships over the years," remarked Brendan Phillips, president of SMART Carpet and Flooring. "Therefore, we're honored to be named a finalist for this year's ISE Award. Every member of the team has meaningfully contributed to this distinction."

A pioneer in at-home shopping, SMART Carpet brings the store to the customer with its instantly recognizable mobile showroom – a commercial van stocked with over 4,000 samples of name brand carpet and flooring. Customers can schedule an appointment at a time that's most convenient to them, with none of the frustrating 2- and 4-hour windows made infamous by cable companies.

No-pressure sales professionals help customers choose the carpet or flooring options that look best in any particular space. Brightly lit showrooms are quite possibly the worst places to shop for flooring, and the high overhead that comes with a brick-and-mortar establishment naturally trickles down to the consumer. As a "mill-direct" buying service, SMART Carpet and Flooring can extend savings of up to 50% off normal retail prices.

Providing a vast selection of colors and styles is the first step in achieving customer satisfaction. SMART Carpet sells not only carpet and hardwood flooring, but also laminate, tile, vinyl and luxury vinyl plank. There's something to fit every space, every budget and every interior design concept.

SMART Carpet's warranty program sets a high bar in a competitive industry. The company extends a lifetime warranty on residential carpet installations and a one-year warranty on all other installations. Throughout the life of the carpet, SMART Carpet's installation team is never more than a phone call away, ready to restretch or perform stair work as needed. SMART Carpet even handles repairs covered by the manufacturer's warranty and will file appropriate paperwork on behalf of the customer.

Being proactive in regards to customer service is an important criterion for the ISE Award, and SMART Carpet achieves this though its solicitation of customer feedback and testimonials. The company has received glowing recommendations from thousands of satisfied customers who have remarked on every aspect of their buying experience. When a customer does indicate a problem, SMART Carpet is quick to follow up and see what can be done to meet the customer's specific needs, which demonstrates another essential criterion of the ISE Award -- responsiveness.

SMART Carpet continues to innovate and explore new ways to improve the experience of buying carpet and flooring. Being named a finalist for the 2014 ISE Award is proof the company is on the right track.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

As of September 5, SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com) is an official member of the National Customer Service Association. NCSA membership is one more testament to the company's enduring commitment to superior customer service. This week – October 5-11 – also marks the beginning of National Customer Service Week, a chance to boost morale and redouble efforts to deliver superior service to all customers. Customer Service Week is an ideal time for organizations to raise awareness among employees regarding the importance of service; likewise, companies like SMART Carpet with a strong service orientation can remind customers that satisfaction is their primary objective.

"We take immense pride in the service we offer to all customers. Our NCSA membership will enable SMART Carpet and Flooring to continue making improvements to the customer experience," explained President Brendan Phillips. "Association membership will help us set ambitious new benchmarks in customer service."

SMART Carpet and Flooring has, from its founding, made customer service one of the pillars of its operations. The entire business model, in fact, has been developed with superior customer service as a guiding principle. By saving shoppers from the frustration of browsing an immense, harshly lit showroom, SMART Carpet proves that it values peoples' time and wants to help buyers choose the perfect flooring for their home or office.

Excellence in customer service is an ongoing process rather than a discrete task; no organization that truly prioritizes their service is content to rest on its laurels. Upon completion of every project, SMART Carpet and Flooring asks customers to provide a full and honest review of the company's services. This enables the team to track in real time whether the company is living up to its promises. Likewise, customer feedback enables continual improvement of SMART Carpet's business practices. The customer service department immediately follows up on constructive criticism of any aspect of the business.

SMART Carpet and Flooring seeks to provide dedicated, professional customer service at every stage of the transaction, from first encounter to final installation. All members of the team participate in training and instruction to foster a customer-first attitude.

To that end, the NCSA provides a wealth of proven tools and information to help members achieve excellence in their customer relationships. Products and services include customer survey materials, professional development and training, management consulting and marketing collateral. Membership in NCSA demonstrates that an organization has prioritized building trust and loyalty among its customers.

The value of SMART Carpet's customer service commitment is demonstrated by the company's remarkable sales metrics – to date, SMART Carpet has helped over 150,000 customers select new carpet and flooring for their homes and businesses. In the process, the company has installed nearly 100 million square feet of material.

On top of winning customer service, SMART Carpet is equally known for its warranty program. All residential carpets come with a lifetime installation warranty. Because humidity and temperature fluctuations will affect how a carpet lays, the installation team will re-stretch carpets, including stairs, for as long as the customer owns the home. Wood, vinyl and laminate flooring each come with a one-year installation warranty.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Homeowners looking for a quality flooring that's both easy to maintain and remarkably tough need look no further. Fusion’s Hybrid Floor combines all the qualities that one could want in vinyl flooring; most remarkably, Fusion has been made to withstand moisture and spills better than nearly any other flooring. Fusion Hybrid Floor, also known as vinyl plank flooring, is available now from mill-direct buying service SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com). "Moisture resistance is a sought-after quality of laminate and vinyl flooring, and Fusion’s Hybrid Floor leads the pack in this regard," commented Brendan Phillips, President of SMART Carpet and Flooring. "The innovative Permacore™ material means that Fusion can tolerate the wettest bathrooms and laundry rooms. Anyone with kids or pets knows that spills and stains are a fact of life. Fusion makes for no-fuss cleanup and no worries about the floor's resiliency."

Fusion is composed of three unique layers, each one contributing to its strong, waterproof qualities. On top, a heavy commercial wear layer provides surface stain resistance and almost unmatched durability. Next comes the luxury vinyl top layer, a chip- and dent-resistant coating that gives the floor its visual appeal. The luxury vinyl also hides the most innovative aspect of Fusion – the Permacore™ structure.

Permacore™ is at the heart of Fusion Hybrid Floor's renowned durability; composed of 50/50 recycled wood composite, the structure will never expand or contract, is virtually impervious to water and can dampen sounds. The high-density material affords great stability for the entire plank or tile. Yet another feature of Permacore™ is that it's an eco-conscious material choice. Homeowners can take satisfaction in knowing that Fusion helps them reduce their carbon footprint.

Available in both stone tiles and natural wood planks like exotic mahogany and gun stock, Fusion works with any décor. Its waterproof characteristics make it an ideal choice for bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, mud rooms and more. Spills remain on the surface for easy cleanup. Persistent humidity that might warp other floors is no problem either. However, Fusion is an equally good choice for any room in the house, owing to the flooring's resilience and attractiveness.

Fusion also performs well as a commercial flooring solution. When properly cleaned, Fusion will maintain a pristine appearance even in high-traffic public areas or offices. Permacore™'s sound-dampening qualities, meanwhile, are often an important consideration for commercial clients.

Fusion stands by the quality of all their products and backs the Hybrid Floor with residential lifetime wear and lifetime structure warranties and even extends a 10-year light/medium commercial warranty. Fusion's clever "drop and lock" system requires no adhesives, and homeowners can walk on the floor immediately after installation.

SMART Carpet and Flooring understands that despite the DIY trend, many residential and commercial customers are more comfortable leaving installation to someone with more expertise. That's why the company offers professional installation for all of its products. From the initial measurements to the laying of the final tile, SMART Carpet assures customers that the job will be done right the first time. Installation of vinyl and laminate floors like Fusion are warrantied for one year.

Homeowners and business owners considering a new flooring solution are encouraged to consider Fusion Hybrid Floor. SMART Carpet and Flooring offers free on-site estimates, not to mention stocking thousands of samples in its mobile showroom.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from measuring, layout and installation to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

Keeping seasonal allergies locked outside where they belong might be as simple as choosing the right carpet. Today, flooring manufacturers understand how their products are an integral factor in creating and maintaining indoor air quality. SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com), the company that's changing the way people shop for and buy carpet, has many choices that are designed to make life a little easier for people with allergies and asthma. "Many of our customers are surprised just how much technology goes into modern carpet and flooring," commented Brendan Phillips, president of SMART Carpet and Flooring. "Some carpets are even manufactured and specially treated to reduce the amount of allergens floating around, which improves air quality in the home." Until recently, the conventional wisdom has held that bare floor is superior to carpet in terms of indoor air quality, particularly for those with allergies. Empirical research, though, has turned that wisdom on its head. A 2008 study examining results from numerous prior studies solidified the fact that all things being equal, carpet is better at reducing allergens in the air. Another study in Sweden showed a distinct correlation between carpet sales and reports of adult allergies: as the market share for carpet fell, allergy reports went up.

As opposed to bare flooring, carpet fibers work to grab and hold allergens, including animal dander, dust and microbes. Gravity pulls particles down where they settle into the carpet. In this way, wall-to-wall carpeting is like a continuous air filter. By contrast, anything that settles on a hardwood or laminate floor can be stirred up by someone walking through the room or even the tiniest draft.

Among the best choices in asthma- and allergy-friendly carpeting are those featuring Magic Fresh® and Silver Release® carpet treatments, both sold under the Bliss Flooring label. Magic Fresh® gives carpets the power to eliminate odors naturally, which can reduce the need for sometimes irritating air fresheners and powders. Many homeowners are unaware of odor problems in their own home because they've become accustomed to them. Magic Fresh® offers peace of mind in knowing that visitors will smell nothing but cleanliness.

Silver Release® carpet treatment uses silver, zinc and copper ions that bind to and deactivate the microscopic causes of allergies – bacteria, mold and mildew. The natural and safe antimicrobial properties of silver have long been recognized, with applications in the healthcare industry, among others. Both Magic Fresh® and Silver Release® treatments are applied during manufacturing, meaning that consumers don't have to "do" anything to activate them. Plus, both treatments are certified to last the life of the carpet.

DuPont has once more proven its R&D mettle by producing a "kid safe" and allergy friendly carpet fiber known as triexta. Sold by Mohawk, triexta dries quickly and is resistant to mold, mildew and bacterial buildup, making it a superior choice for anyone with seasonal and indoor allergies.

Of course, the full air quality benefits of carpet won't be realized without the proper maintenance. This includes regular and thorough vacuuming, along with professional cleaning every year or two. Finally, for moderate and severe allergies, one should always consult with a medical doctor to identify treatments above and beyond the choice of home flooring.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available. 

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com

With the icy grip of winter finally beginning to loosen, holiday cookouts, parties and lazy afternoons by the pool are just around the corner. SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com), the mobile showroom and mill-direct buying service, believes there's no better time than now to think about rejuvenating a neglected patio, sunroom, porch or poolside area. For its unbeatable combination of versatility, resilience and strength, indoor/outdoor carpet fits that bill. The original outdoor carpet material was Astroturf, engineered as an artificial, low-maintenance grass substitute. Though still a popular synthetic turf choice, outdoor flooring options have evolved tremendously over the years. Today, homeowners interested in a carpet-like material for their outdoor spaces have a variety of choices in the form of indoor/outdoor carpet, which is all but indistinguishable from ordinary carpet.

Indoor/outdoor carpet opens up a host of design possibilities not usually available with exterior spaces. SMART Carpet and Flooring offers the complete selection of Shaw Floors® carpeting, which includes more than two dozen color and pattern choices: http://shawfloors.com/about-shaw/indoor-outdoor-carpet. From an aesthetic point of view, the perfect indoor/outdoor carpet has a way of transforming an otherwise drab patio or sunroom into a space that's warm, cozy and inviting.

As a flooring choice, quality indoor/outdoor carpet is also safer than wood or stone. Parents can worry less about their children falling on carpet as opposed to an unyielding surface. For adults, walking on carpet is much easier on joints over the long term.

Care and cleaning of indoor/outdoor carpet is relatively simple. Regular vacuuming is important, especially in those areas with the highest foot traffic. If the carpet is in a high-moisture environment, then moisture retention can be an issue; indoor/outdoor carpets are resistant to mold and mildew, but not impervious. A marine backing layer can prevent these problems before they occur and is a wise choice where water is a known factor, such as near a pool.

Stains are rarely a concern with indoor/outdoor carpet; oil is the only substance that homeowners need worry about. Even then, a thorough scrub with dish detergent followed by rinsing and drying of the fibers is typically adequate to remove oily residue and stains.

SMART Carpet and Flooring is busily rewriting the rulebook on how consumers shop for and buy carpet. In New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, residential and commercial customers can make a single phone call and schedule a visit from a mobile showroom salesperson. The company offers free, no-obligation estimates, and consumers can choose from a selection of more than 4,000 styles and colors, representing the top brands in the carpet and flooring industry. SMART Carpet believes that the best way to shop for home products is from within the home, as this can eliminate surprises.

Beyond the obvious advantages of in-home shopping for carpet and flooring, SMART Carpet also provides significant cost savings over store-based competitors. Without the overhead of a traditional storeroom, the company can pass hefty savings on to the consumer. Likewise, buying mill-direct further trims many of the costs normally associated with buying carpet and flooring. In fact, SMART Carpet boasts that consumers can save up to 50% off regular store prices.

About SMART Carpet and Flooring

SMART Carpet has managed to eliminate all the hassle of buying new carpet and flooring. Our system is simple, everything is done at home - your home - where color and quality selection matter most. Expert measuring is completed before choosing from the thousands of styles and colors that are available.

Because SMART Carpet is a "Mill-Direct" buying service and not a store, our customers can save up to 50% off typical store prices. No store, no expensive overhead costs absorbed into the price of your flooring. Almost everything is included with SMART Carpet, from the measuring and layout to the quality padding. We even move the furniture.

Contact:
Danielle D’Angelo
SMART Carpet and Flooring
732-292-6100
ddangelo@smartcarpet.com
www.smartcarpet.com