It's the time of year when many people consider a new flooring project. Some people decide to carpet their entire house at one time. Most people decide to update a room or two.

The top reasons for choosing the "room or two method" are:

  1. Save on costs.
  2. Need to continue to live in the home as improvements are made.
  3. High-use areas look worn more than other areas of the house.
  4. General updates are easier to manage in small batches.

Whatever the case, we've put together a handy checklist of tips to help you get organized while you plan your next flooring project.

#1 Get Inspired

get inspired

To start, check out project ideas and collect what you like the most in one spot. We recommend these three ways to identify products and organize ideas:

1. Floorvana - Floorvana is an interior decorating app from the Shaw brand. They make Lifeguard carpeting with waterproof padding. You can take pictures and coordinate colors easily with this app.

2. Pinterest - Pinterest is all about organizing "visual discovery." It's a free app that can help you identify what you like. We recommend creating a board for each room in your house.

3. Our website - We have collected the latest and greatest in carpet, luxury vinyl, tile, and hardwood on our website. You can see installation photos and inspiring projects from our vendors.

Here are a few project examples to get you started...

#2 Prioritize Your Flooring Needs

prioritize your flooring needs

Are you looking to lifeproof your home? Maybe you need to check out waterproof flooring options. Or maybe you want something scratchproof, so when a chair gets pulled across the room, your floor still looks good. Or maybe you want a carpet that is soft to play on.

Maybe you prefer looks more than function. You can prioritize color and texture over durability. Or we can help you find a product that meets multiple needs.

Whatever the case, you need to prioritize what you hope to achieve from this flooring project so you can proceed.

#3 Stop In a Creative Carpet & Flooring Showroom

Mokena

Highland

Once you have a general idea of what you are looking for, it's time to stop in a showroom. We can help you with all the details. Plus, we know this is a big purchase, and we want to get it right with you!

Our flooring consultants are experts and can help you match what you want with the product that's right for you. You can schedule a showroom visit in Mokena or Highland, or you can just stop in.

There you have it, in order to get organized for your flooring project this spring, get inspired, prioritize and stop in one of our flooring showrooms.