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

2012-02-29T12:48:00.000-08:00

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

Light and Airy

Crisp white and clean lines are the epitome of modern but many families shy away from white because they fear the stains and dirt will quickly ruin the look. The key to pulling together a family friendly room in white is a slip covered sofa. Slip covers in durable canvas or brushed cotton are easily washed and bleachable. Many white sofas are even sold with slip covered that are custom fitted to the piece of furniture so you don’t have to worry about them looking sloppy.

The floor is another area where the fear of stains results in beige or tan. With today’s technologies, you can purchase a stain-resistant floor in any color you want. For a modern look, we recommend a durable, stain-resistant floor like Tigressa Softstyle’s World of Softness II in Prom Dress. You get a sleek modern look that is stain-resistant and due to Tigressa’s unique fiber construction, you don’t have to worry about crushing or matting either.

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

Mid-Century Modern

Bright white is not for everyone. Modern design opens up the opportunity to use different shapes and colors than those traditionally used for décor. Neutral browns and tans create a great backdrop for funky shapes and colors without distracting from the design. Balance a unique piece of furniture with a simple black couch or chair. Geometric patters on fabrics and walls give a modern vibe to the room. Accessorize a mid-century modern room with sleek modern lamps and large-scale graphic prints. This modern room is a comfortable place for the whole family. See more Mid-Century Modern inspiration on Pinterest.

Casual Modern

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

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

Amethyst is a great accent color that is new and modern but not overly bright. Tigressa SoftStyle’s Chic N Soft in Cloudy Violet and a few amethyst pillows provide the perfect pop of color. Keep accent furniture and accessories simple and modern by sticking with glass and chrome. See more Casual Modern inspiration on Pinterest.

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

For more information on Tigressa SoftStyle and great flooring options for modern families, visit Cinderella Carpet at 3510 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, 6 Rossi Circle in Salinas or online at CINDERELLACARPETONE.COM.

WHY CINDERELLA CARPET ONE?

2012-02-23T11:45:00.000-08:00

Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo is the largest full service floor and window covering company on California’s Central Coast, family owned and operated since 1947. Unlike most big box stores, Cinderella Carpet One offers over 450 different flooring choices but also a friendly and knowledgeable staff of flooring gurus who are determined to help you find the perfect flooring option for your home.

When choosing the perfect floor, knowledge is definitely power. If you don’t know what you’re looking for our showroom may seem like a vast maze of flooring options; fortunately, our staff members are trained to teach you what you need to know, and ask you what they need to know, to help you find the best flooring materials for your home or office. Over the past 63 years we have built our reputation on the combination of hometown personal service, outstanding craftsmanship, fair pricing and superior products to all of our customers. Whatever you are dreaming of or whatever you envision; Cinderella has the expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to help you create it. We are so confident with our quality that many of our products maintain the Beautiful Guarantee. With that promise you’ll love the way your new floor looks, or we’ll replace it – FREE.

Turn to Cinderella Flooring for all your floor and window covering needs in Monterey, Salinas, San Luis Obispo, Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties by calling us in San Luis Obispo at 805-544-0324 or in Salinas at 831-422-7738.

WHAT TYPE OF FLOORING SHOULD YOU USE IN YOUR MEDIA ROOM?

2012-02-15T13:32:00.000-08:00

The basic building block of any entertainment system is sound but I’m going to add flooring to that list. Without the perfect flooring from Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas or San Luis Obispo your home theatre could fall short of providing your family with great entertainment.

Not everyone can afford a home theatre so many family rooms are now, in fact, media rooms. The flat screen TV is “center stage” of most homes so the furniture and flooring must fit the décor. Choosing flooring that is soundproof, easy to clean, and is stain resistant and longwearing is also a good idea, since the average media room gets plenty of use. Take a look at some designer media rooms that are perfect for relaxing, studying or just watching TV.

If you want to add the perfect flooring to your media room or home theater, here are some tips you can use to help make the right decision.

As I was researching this topic, I discovered that carpet is used most often in a home theatre environment because it provides the correct balance of acoustics, while complementing the design of the room. There is carpeting that is specifically designed for media rooms and home theaters, basically any dense carpeting will do the trick. Color is also important. Don’t choose light or brightly colored carpeting, since it can reflect the light from the screen, causing less than optimal viewing conditions. Dark carpet will absorb the light and will be easy to clean when the inevitable spill occurs. Cinderella carries all the finest carpet brands that would be perfect for your media room.

Hardwood can also be used if absolutely necessary. You can buy a good floating product and install cork underlayment under it. Cork has a natural acoustic insulating quality, which will help prevent a loss in audio quality in the room. You can also use cork flooring which will put the insulator directly at the top layer of the flooring. This will help retain sound quality just like the use of carpet. Cinderella has a full range of cork products that will bring out the inner beauty of your dedicated home theatre.

So, before you buy that enormous flat screen, install that sound system, fire up the amplifiers, and purchase the furniture, make sure you have paid close attention to all the details – especially the FLOORS!

Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo can help you get that beautiful floorcovering under foot in your media room. Contact us today for your FREE estimate.

EARTHSCAPES – A NEW DIMENSION IN VINYL FLOORING

2012-02-07T14:38:00.000-08:00

Imagine flooring with the beauty of natural hardwood or tile, yet with all the resilient durability and maintenance-free convenience of vinyl.

Check out the stunning designs of Earthscapes vinyl. At Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo. It’s a great, carefree flooring option for your home. Earthscapes flooring is strong and beautiful with a soft touch … the perfect floor for today's living! It is by far our most popular and best-selling vinyl product.

A unique combination of luxurious cushioning and an easy-care top layer that's amazingly comfortable to walk on, Earthscapes flooring is also water-resistant, reduces impact noise, and feels warm underfoot. And that makes it ideal for your kitchen, family room, and laundry room or anywhere you spend a lot of time on your feet.

Vinyl flooring has evolved. With today’s state-of-the-art technologies and digital designs, you can now find exceptional vinyl floors in every imaginable color, style and pattern. And whether you’re looking for a natural looking ceramic or stone design, the look of hardwood or a chic geometric pattern in colorful hues and textures, you’re sure to find it at Cinderella Carpet One. Offering a wide selection of beautiful vinyl flooring options, you’ll find tremendous value and affordability in our assortment of vinyl floors that are durable and resistant to stains, spills and scuffs.

The professional installation experts and flooring specialists at Cinderella Carpet One can not only help you choose the perfect design for your vinyl floors, but assess the home or office area to ensure that your new vinyl floor will be installed beautifully, Guaranteed. If for any reason you aren’t fully satisfied, we’ll replace your flooring free of charge. Our Beautiful Guarantee is just one more way that Carpet One goes above and beyond to help you enjoy a beautiful floor made affordable.

THE EARLY FLOORS BENEATH OUR FEET!

2012-02-01T14:19:00.000-08:00

Have you ever thought about where modern day floorcovering got its start?

Legend locates the origin of the floor cloth – a durable floor covering made from heavily oiled and decorated canvas – back to the 15^th Century France – a direct spin off from table runners, painted wall hangings and tapestries.

A floor cloth was a generic term that referred to a carpet substitute of either treated or untreated wool, linen (flax), or cotton. Floor cloths are one of the earliest forms of floorcoverings, attaining great popularity in England in the 1700's. They began covering portions of their stone or plank floors with cloth sturdy enough to withstand the tread of shoes and boots. And sometime later, people began stenciling the cloths with colorful patterns or painted freehand with images from nature.

The floor cloth appeared very early on in the United States. They were first imported by Americans during the early years of our history and eventually manufactured here. Interest in floor cloths declined with the development of linoleum around the turn of the century. Todays alternative to the floor cloth is a beautiful area rug. They protect hardwood floors; provide a soft standing surface and a lovely decorative accent to any room. They provide an easily cleaned surface, which makes them ideal for placement in an entryway, under the dining room table or anywhere else that would benefit from a unique accent rug.

Contact us today and we’ll show you how to create a beautiful area rug by simply binding the edge of any of your favorite carpet remnants.

Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo can help you find or create the perfect rug that can either serve as a focal point of a room or simply enhance a room with an embellished design.

Healthy, Beautiful, Sustainable, Affordable, "Go Green"

2012-01-24T10:58:00.000-08:00

Green flooring is ‘in’ and Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo are at the forefront of this green movement. Cinderella Carpet One offers our customers the opportunity to be responsible and take advantage of some of our excellent "green friendly" products. All of our Green Select flooring comes from manufacturers that practice responsible harvesting and/ or made from quick and easily renewable sources (like Bamboo and Cork).

Now more than ever homeowners are becoming socially responsible to environmental concerns. There is a marked trend toward green flooring to save scarce, natural resources and which consume less energy in the manufacturing process. In many cases, smart homeowners are opting for more energy efficient and cost saving green flooring. The emphasis is on flooring that is cradle–to–cradle recyclable.

The nice thing about manufactures moving towards green friendly products is that material like carpet can now be considered environmentally safe. There was a time carpet was probably the highest offender when it came to green practices but companies like Mohawk, Shaw and Stainmaster are all taking measures to ensure carpet is not only recyclable, but that it is often made from recycled materials like plastic food and beverage containers.

If you are like most Americans -- concerned about global warming and protecting the environment below are eight reasons to choose Green Flooring:

- Reduces dependency on oil.

- Meets government regulations for recycling.

- Lasts longer than conventional flooring.

- Creates pride in ownership and contributes to a better world.  

- Is safe for you, your family and the environment.

- Is recyclable to prevent needlessly filling up our landfills.

- Saves time and money and makes your home look and feel good.

- Ensures a healthy environment for future generations.

Face it, we all affect the environment – and we rely upon it, as well. Cinderella Carpet One is committed to protecting our local natural resources through our focus on environmental stewardship. From the products we offer to the ways we help customers to recycle, Cinderella will continue to work to help ensure a healthy environment for the future.

Contact us in Salinas or San Luis Obispo and let our design experts help you choose the eco-friendly floor that’s right for you!

Why Hardwood Flooring Is A Good Investment

2012-01-19T12:31:00.000-08:00

Let’s face facts. The economy is not exactly in ship shape. So, why would a homeowner want to “indulge” on installing hardwood floors? There are a lot of reasons a homeowner, landlord, and building owners might want to consider investing in hardwood — even in this economy.

1) Hardwood flooring is timeless and provides an air of quality

Hardwood floors have decorated some of the most exclusive homes in history and still exude a feeling of traditional quality compared to manufactured floors.

2) Hardwood floors are natural

When people hear the words "natural flooring," they immediately think of wood. Wood has been the classic choice of homeowners everywhere and it is no surprise that wood flooring has maintained its hold over all other flooring options.

3) Increase the value of your home

When you install hardwood you boost the sale and rental value of the property. In most cases, installing hardwood floors with generate a return on investment that exceeds the initial cost of installation.

4) Easy Maintenance

Depending on how well you care for your floors, they can last a lifetime or longer. In many respects, they are also far easier to maintain than carpeted floors.

5) Healthy Alternative

Whether you have a child who suffers from a respiratory disease or you simply want to enjoy high quality indoor air, hardwood makes sense. It’s a lot easier to get rid of dust, dust mites, bacteria, pet dander, and dirt when you install hardwood floors.

As you can see, no matter what reasons you have for installing hardwood you will definitely benefit from it. At Cinderella we offer a wide selection of hardwood flooring from the finest hardwood manufacturers.

So, are hardwood floors right for you? If we have built an effective argument, and you are ready to purchase that beautiful hardwood floor, contact Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas or San Luis Obispo. Our professionally trained sales staff can help you find the right wood floor for your specific needs. We offer free estimates and financing options are available to qualified buyers.

Don’t forget, right now you can save $200 by taking advantage of our Instant Rebate on any floorcovering purchase.

Flooring trends in 2012: Tile and scraped wood

2012-01-11T14:48:00.000-08:00

The flooring you choose not only has to have the look you want but it needs to be appropriate for the type of activity in your home or office. If it doesn't fit your lifestyle, then you need to find something that does. What is really great about the flooring options today is that there are so many beautiful choices for everyone. Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo maintain over 450 different flooring choices so we are sure to be able to find what you are looking for.

WHAT’S HOT IN TILE FLOORING?

Porcelain tile

While many people immediately associate porcelain with figurines and toilets, porcelain can be found in other places around the home, as well. On shower walls, countertops, and bathrooms. But where it really shines is on the floor.

Porcelain comes in a variety of sizes, colors and finishes. Want the sophistication of marble tiles, but don't want to break the bank? Porcelain floor tile looks great when it is put down and will look good for years to come with very little maintenance. In high traffic areas, porcelain floor tile is an excellent choice and will out perform other tiles in both long-term appearance and durability. Some porcelain floor tile is made to look like stone, and while it might hold up just as well, it will cost less.

2. Scraped wood flooring

Wood flooring has always been popular, but some people are afraid it won't hold up. One new trend is hand scraped wood flooring. Few hardwood floors have more character than hand scraped flooring. Hand scraped flooring is traditionally composed of hand scraped flooring planks, rather than milled boards. And, much like other hand made building materials, the charm of these floors lies in the unique irregularities that result from the hand scraping process. If you're interested in hand scraped flooring, contact Cinderella Carpet One about choosing the right wood, finish, and installation method for your home.

3. Engineered wood flooring

One of the latest and greatest advances in wood floors has been the introduction of engineered wood flooring, constructed of sandwiched finished wood and plywood.

Engineered wood flooring looks identical to solid wood flooring and can be sanded and refinished. But unlike solid wood that can twist and warp, this product stands up well in areas of moisture. Since their invention in the 1960s, engineered wood floors have improved in appearance and performance, accounting for 30 percent of all the wood flooring sold in America today.

Visit the Cinderella Carpet One showroom and we’ll introduce you to one of the hottest flooring options today!

Final verdict: Top choices for 2012 flooring are fashionable and functional

Floors have become a reflection of lifestyle and taste. With so many options, it is easy to create the perfect look for your home that will reflect the tastes of you and your family. So before considering redoing your floor, visit a Cinderella showroom in Salinas or San Luis Obispo and decide what you like. You will find no shortage of inspiration! Don’t forget to take advantage of our $200 Instant Rebate on any new flooring for your home.

HAPPY 2012! DO YOU HAVE ANY RESOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME THIS YEAR? A NEW FLOOR PERHAPS?

2012-01-06T10:34:00.000-08:00

We’ve all set up New Year’s resolutions for our personal lives -- quitting smoking, losing those last 10 pounds, getting organized and vowing to put ourselves on a clothing or golf budget. While most resolutions become obsolete in less than 30 days, making a resolution to fix up your home is one way you can feel confident that you’re setting yourself up for success.

A New Year’s resolution for the home is that project you’ve been putting off for months or even years that you finally take care of this year. Whether you’re giving your kitchen a makeover, organizing that closet (and all the clothes you’ve bought with that clothing budget) or even creating a focal point in a room with new floorcovering your resolution for your home should be about making an investment that will bring big benefits and enjoyment to your everyday living. After all, waking up to an organized closet or enjoying your new carpet can bring a lot of personal satisfaction. And as for yourself? You'll always have next year to address those last 10 pounds...
Install A Floor That’s Fashion Forward
Unless you’re an interior designer, you probably perceive carpet as something that’s a neutral element in a room. But the type of carpeting or flooring that’s used is essential in anchoring a room’s design scheme and can absolutely set the tone for the space. Since 1945, Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo has been providing its customers with high-quality floor covering from such manufacturers as Stainmaster, Karastan, Armstrong, Mannington, Pergo and much more.
Cinderella is part of a 1400-store buying group across the United States and Canada. “While every Carpet One store is individually owned, being part of that buying group yields a lot of buying power, which allows us to pass valuable discounts on to our customer,” says owner Mike Haynes.
When you come into the showroom, Cinderella’s experienced sales staff can help you narrow down the choices of flooring that will work best with your space and/or lifestyle. If you are not satisfied with your flooring choice for some reason, we will replace if for FREE. That’s what we call The Beautiful Guarantee. We are that confident. And we offer an easy-to-understand warranty system that gives you a level of protection that is tailored to you.
We can also provide financing to help you get one step closer to that beautiful new floor you’ve been waiting for. Founded as a family business in 1947, Cinderella has grown to be the largest full-service floor and window covering company on California’s Central Coast. By carrying quality products and going the extra mile in terms of service, Cinderella hopes to be serving their customers for the next 65 years and beyond. That’s Cinderella’s main goal.
Whatever you are dreaming of or whatever you envision; Cinderella in Salinas and San Luis Obispo has the expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to help you create it. Contact us in Salinas or San Luis Obispo or visit our Web site at http://www.cinderellacarpetone.com.

What are your New Year's resolutions?

2011-12-27T11:44:00.000-08:00

How do you plan to get your 2012 resolutions to stick? Here’s some advice from Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo.

1) Don’t try to change fifty things at once. Pace yourself and don’t try to undo ten years of less-than-desirable habits, behaviors in one day!

2) Don’t make unwise resolutions. Set goals that are logical, practical and maintainable.

3) Create an accountability system. Once the excitement, the motivation and the initial momentum subsides, what will keep you doing what you need to do to maintain your resolution.

4) Remember what you did last time. Don’t do that again! Don’t do what’s comfortable, do what works.

5) Work in four-week blocks. The four week time frame is long enough to produce significant practical change but also short enough for you to stay focused, motivated and in the game emotionally.

6) Weigh up the cost. If you want to create exceptional outcomes, then you must be prepared to do exceptional things.

In regards to this blog, Cinderella Carpet One looks forward to a new year and more blog posts to help those of you that are interested in flooring, design and the latest trends. Feel free to let us know if there are any topics you would like to learn more about in the upcoming New Year. What you want to read is the most important goal to us!

Our New Years resolution is to continue to improve the content based off your interests. How do we plan on doing that? Ask for your feedback! We really do want to hear from you so please make your comments and suggestions on our blog page or our Facebook, and Twitter. Most importantly contact us on our website and let us know what you’d like to see.

Do you want to read about...

• Extending the life of your floor. (What issues do you have? What floors do you have?)

• How to choose the best floor for you. (Are you more interested in hardwood, carpet, rugs, laminate, tile, allergy-friendly floors, eco-friendly floors, etc?)

• Home design (If this is yours, what is your biggest challenge and what's your favorite style?)

• Information about flooring (Is there a term you don't know?

myth/misconception/FAQ that you'd like to double check? something else?)

• What are you most interested in? (Flooring for the home, business, rental property, etc?)

• Did we miss anything? What are you most interested in and would like to see us write about in 2012?

Please comment and let us know! We really do want to know what you think.

Happy New Year everyone! Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo hope yours is full of hope, joy, peace, and opportunity.

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR NEW FLOORING.

2011-12-19T12:47:00.000-08:00

Stocking Stuffer: Gift Cards from Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo

Christmas is just around the corner. Where has this year gone? In past years, you have probably scoured the mall and the Internet in search of just the right gift for those special people on your list. Most people love giving gifts to friends and family, especially when they know it is something they are going to love. But, we find these days there is very little time to shop. So, giving gift cards is the gift of choice for many people.

No one can argue that the last several years have been tough on our wallets. Instead of doing the fun remodeling projects, most people have had to focus on those that were absolutely necessary and relinquish those projects that can wait. That’s part of the reason giving a Cinderella Carpet One gift card to your friends and family can be that perfect present. It hopefully gives them that small little nudge to get started on that home improvement project they’ve been putting off.

What homeowner do you know that isn’t always doing some sort of improvement project or renovation? A Cinderella gift card makes great stocking stuffers too. Gift cards are a great way to introduce friends and family to a locally owned store for flooring, window coverings and accessories. Cinderella gift cards come in any increments you desire. So, there’s a dollar value to match just about any budget. Contact us in Salinas or San Luis Obispo to purchase your card!

We would also like to thank you, our client and our readers for all your support this year. To give is a tradition with Christmas. Therefore we give you today our cordial thanks for the confidence in our company. We hope that going into 2012, the future will be better for all of us. The New Year will bring exciting projects, postings and updates to all our followers – so we look forward to seeing you!

Happy Holidays!

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO BEFORE YOUR HOLIDAY HOUSEGUESTS ARRIVE!

2011-12-13T10:27:00.000-08:00

They are all coming over for the holidays, and they are bringing more than just presents. That’s right, your relatives along with their kids, their stuff, and lots of stress! However, you CAN be prepared with these helpful tips:

DECLUTTER YOUR HOME

It's time to declutter and create some much-needed space. Your living room, family room, and other common rooms used for entertaining should be free of any furniture that you won't use. Old magazines, newspapers, mail, and other items should be sorted and recycled or discarded.

COMPLETE HOUSE REPAIRS

If your family has been dealing with a drippy faucet, squeaky door, or broken steps you should get these things taken care of before your guests arrive. A few small house repairs and improvements can make your home safer and more comfortable for your holiday houseguests. And gals, if you don’t have your own tools to get the job done it’s time to put those on your X-mas wish list.

CLEAN THE HOUSE ROOM BY ROOM

Pick a room each day or a few rooms each week. Or schedule a special session with your normal cleaning SERVICE. Don’t wait until the night before everyone arrives to start cleaning.

TAKE INVENTORY OF YOUR GUEST BEDROOM

Can your guests sleep in there comfortably? Does the room need to be CLEANED? Make sure all the bedding is fresh and super comfortable, vacuum the floor (don't forget under the bed), and make space in the closet for your guests' clothes. Provide clean towels and supplies in the bathroom and let them know where to find more. Make the room cozy with a sitting area, if possible.

If you don’t have a guest room, prepare a sleeping space for your guests, and make sure your family KNOWS that it is to be treated as a bedroom while they are there. Also give them a private place to change and wash up. If you don’t have space for relatives at all, do a little research and provide your relatives with local HOTEL information.

COOK AHEAD

Who wants to spend all your time in the kitchen when you have houseguests? Cook ahead and freeze some meals for dinner. Also, make sure your pantry and kitchen are stocked with staple items. Keep breakfast simple (cereal, granola and yogurt, or fresh fruit). Lunch can be sandwiches and salads.

DECORATE

You don't want to be hanging Christmas lights and setting up displays while your guests are in town. Prepare by decorating a little early. Keep things simple and elegant to avoid cluttering up your home and decorate green when possible.

SPECIAL NEEDS

Ask your guests if they have any special DIETARY needs before they arrive. This will help you avid any last minute trips to the grocery store.

GIFT GIVING

Have gifts wrapped and ready to DISTRIBUTE before your guests arrive. They are lots of fun to shake and look at for the kids in your family. This will also allow you to spend time with your family instead of locked up in your bedroom wrapping presents!

HAVE FUN AND RELAX

Remember to ENJOY your company. Sharing your home can be stressful, but by cleaning and organizing in advance, you can have a relaxing time visiting with those you love!

Happy Holidays from Cinderella Carpet One, your local flooring expert in Salinas and San Luis Obispo.

HOW TO PREVENT HOLIDAY DAMAGE ON YOUR BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOOR!

2011-12-06T15:04:00.000-08:00

Those high heels may make your holiday party dress look great but be sure to take them off before you walk on your hardwood.

The holiday season can bring a lot of wear and tear to your hardwood floors. Don't worry though, Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo can help you prevent holiday damage. Even with family and friends tromping back and forth over your floors, and the spills from festive foods and drinks, protecting your hardwood flooring isn't as difficult or daunting as it may appear. Below are some simple tips to protect your hardwood floors from the holidays:

No-Shoes Policy

Enforce a no-shoes policy to help protect your reclaimed wood floors. Provide a shoe rack and a place to perch while people take off their shoes in the entryway of your home. Include a basket with no-slip slippers near the shoe rack.
If a no-shoes policy won’t work have mats on both sides of the door so people can thoroughly wipe their feet before entering your home. Check out Carpet One’s pink ribbon holiday welcome mat designs and support a great cause.

Area Rugs:

The winter season is quite chilly. By placing rugs in high-traffic areas - such as gathering spaces, on either side of beds, hallways, etc. - you are protecting your hardwood floor from heavy foot traffic, furniture and dropped objects.

Cleanliness
By cleaning your hardwood floors, you are protecting them from scratches and water damage while making your home look beautiful. A good routine to follow is to sweep your flooring with either a soft- bristled broom or dry sweeping cloth daily and vacuum once a week.

Spill Patrol
Holidays are all about great food and drinks as well as surrounding yourself with friends and family, which of course goes hand-in-hand with accidents and spills. Though you can't really control accidents or spills, you can be prepared for when they happen on your hardwood floors. Create a spill kit to keep on hand; include a bucket filled with a set of clean rags, white vinegar, extra-fine steel wool, mineral spirits and floor wax. If your reclaimed wood flooring is already surface-sealed, all you need to do is wipe up the mess with dry rag - or for stickier situations, use a dampened rag with water or a white vinegar/water solution.

For candle wax spills on your floors, allow the wax to harden first. Then use a card or plastic putty knife to lift off or gently remove the wax. If there is any waxy residue left over, rub a used dryer sheet over the area. Then use a hairdryer on a low heat setting and attempt to melt the remaining wax, using paper towels to lift it. Lastly, use a cloth with an equal mixture of white vinegar and water to clean the area.

In order to have hardwood flooring that will last you for many holidays to come, make sure to properly maintain and protect it.

If you are looking for hardwood floors for your home or business? If you're in the market for reclaimed lumber or other sustainable wood products, contact Cinderella in Salinas or San Luis Obispo for a free in-home estimate so we can discuss all your options.

The Thanksgiving guests (and the leftovers) are gone. Get some tips for the carpet stains they left behind.

2011-11-28T14:15:00.000-08:00

No one likes it when there is a spill on the floor, but with the help of Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo, it can be cleaned before becoming a permanent part of the carpet. The information listed below and on our floor maintenance page of our website will prepare you to properly deal with spills and keep your carpet clean for years to come.

Tip #1 - Keep your eye out for spills and take care of them in a quick manner to keep your carpet clean. Simply using water on a spill will help most of them.

Tip #2 - If  water doesn't work, simply expand your search. You'll find numerous products on the market that can help you get rid of spills quick. Most importantly, please consult your specific warranty for detailed cleaning instructions. Some manufacturers have precise warranty flooring maintenance requirements.

Tip #3 - Always try the cleaning product in a closet or somewhere less noticeable to be sure it won't discolor the carpet.

Tip #4 - Always blot the stain up, don't rub. If there's a lot of liquid or the stain seems to keep coming back use a thick towel and a weight of some kind to allow the stain to soak up into the towel.

Tip #5 - You should vacuum your carpet immediately after a holiday gathering to avoid the food crumbs from sticking to your carpet and turning it into mold and bacteria. Go over the most trafficked carpet areas in several directions to allow the vacuum time to pick up all it can. High quality vacuums are the best choice, as they get up the most debris, food crumbs, pet dander and soil and are better for extending the life of your carpet.

Maintaining and keeping a clean carpet is more than just healthy, as it can also help to prolong the life of your carpet. If you have just laid the carpet, you are already aware of the expenses involved with doing so. Take a minute to check out the spot solver that will properly help you deal with spills before they become a permanent part of your carpet.

A clean carpet will add value to your home if it is maintained well. Keeping your home free from molds and odors will help to make a comfortable living area for your friends and your family. And lastly, having these carpet cleaning tips in mind, your clean carpet will always look ready for another holiday party.

If you have additional questions regarding the maintenance of your floorcovering, please do not hesitate to contact our store in Salinas or San Luis Obispo and we will be glad to assist you.

Happy Holidays!

A THANKSGIVING MOMENT

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Happy Thanksgiving from Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo

This is a short week coming up so we wanted to make sure we sent out our Thanksgiving wishes today! We are so thankful to all our valued customers, and our followers on Facebook and Twitter. We are also thankful for all our employees in Salinas and San Luis Obispo that have made our stores a success over our 45 year history.

I hope your Thanksgiving is a bouquet of Roses this year and that you have time to enjoy every second with your friends and family. Thanksgiving is about being thankful and we hope this video (in a very humorous way) reminds us all to be thankful as we head into the hectic holiday season.

You still have time to put your request into Santa for new floors for your home. Don’t be shy!

2011-11-15T07:00:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving’s arrival signals the start of colder temperatures, shorter days and for many people—pre-holiday panic! The holidays will be here before you know it, and with them, holiday guests knocking at your door. You want your home to look its best when family and friends arrive. Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo can give you those beautiful floors for the holidays!

THE KITCHEN

The kitchen floor always takes a beating so it might deserve the bulk of your attention. Choose kitchen flooring that matches your priorities--durability, sustainability, low maintenance, or an open floor plan.

Choosing flooring for your kitchen-remodeling project is a critical design decision, one that unites all the elements of your kitchen. Not only that, kitchen flooring must perform extremely well, providing low maintenance, durability, and good looks without breaking your budget. With so many flooring options available, how can you be sure you're getting a product that provides the right combination of price and style-one that will provide years of satisfaction? Weigh the options based on your lifestyle and how you'll use your kitchen.

THE LIVING ROOM

The showcase of your home is usually the living room. Most people put the majority of their decorations in the living room since it’s usually the first place the guests enter. Don’t forget to look down. If your carpet is badly stained or worn, new carpet or hardwood is definitely in order. This new flooring could be the ideal foundation for all your Christmas decorations.

THE BATHROOM

Next to the kitchen, the bathroom will get the largest amount of traffic during the holidays. If it needs new flooring, this is one room where it will cost the least to get the most since bathrooms usually have low square footage.

When choosing the right flooring for a bathroom, there's more to keep in mind than personal style. Some very specific factors come into play: Is your flooring, for instance, impervious to water? Will it stain easily when makeup takes a spill? Is it safe when walking across with wet feet?

There is no better time than now to get your home ready for the holidays. Stop by our showroom in Salinas or San Luis Obispo and pick out the flooring you want to make your home look its best. Remember, we offer FREE in-home measurements so call or email us today.

CONTEMPRARY STYLING FOR THE WAY YOU LIVE NOW

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Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo is proud to partner with Karastan to provide high quality floorcovering for your home.

Karastan carpet is one of the most established names in the carpet and rug industry. Its name has been synonymous with quality and innovation since they produced their first rug roughly 80 years ago.

If you are looking for a carpet manufacturer that has proven itself to be an industry leader, consider using Karastan carpeting in your home. Karastan has been a world-renowned carpet and rug manufacturer for years, and has a top-notch reputation to back up its name.

Although your choices in carpeting are widespread, with a number of name brands to choose from, Karastan carpet deserves a look if nothing more than to become aware of the wide range of patterns, textures and styles they offer.

What Products Do They Offer & What's Unique?

Karastan carpeting is made from synthetic fibers, like nylon, polyester and polypropylene (also known as olefin) as well as natural fibers such as wool. Some carpets are a blend of the two types of fibers.

At Cinderella Carpet One our sales consultants can guide you to the best material that suits your budget.

What Type Of Warranty Is Offered?

The warranties offered on Karastan carpet are similar to what would be expected of other large carpet and fiber manufacturers. These include warranties against:

• abrasive wear

• manufacturing defects

• stain resistance

• texture retention

• fade resistance

• anti-static

• soil resistance

• moth and insect problems (for wool carpets)

What sets their warranties apart from some others is their 20 year limited abrasive wear warranty and their limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

Where To Get A Closer Look

Like with any other large home product such as flooring, you'll want to see the product up front and personal. Before you actually get out and burn some gas, take advantage of the Karastan product catalog on our website. It's a good way to quickly see if there's a pattern, color or texture that interests you. Having done some prep work ahead of time will make your visit to our new showroom in Salinas and San Luis Obispo more efficient.

CONTEMPRARY STYLING FOR THE WAY YOU LIVE NOW

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Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo is proud to partner with Karastan to provide high quality floorcovering for your home.

Karastan carpet is one of the most established names in the carpet and rug industry. Its name has been synonymous with quality and innovation since they produced their first rug roughly 80 years ago.

What Products Do They Offer & What's Unique?

At Cinderella Carpet One our sales consultants can guide you to the best material that suits your budget.

What Type Of Warranty Is Offered?

The warranties offered on Karastan carpet are similar to what would be expected of other large carpet and fiber manufacturers. These include warranties against:

• abrasive wear

• manufacturing defects

• stain resistance

• texture retention

• fade resistance

• anti-static

• soil resistance

• moth and insect problems (for wool carpets)

What sets their warranties apart from some others is their 20 year limited abrasive wear warranty and their limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

Where To Get A Closer Look

Carpet Still The #1 Flooring Choice

2011-11-01T07:00:00.000-07:00

Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo is the place to find the hottest products in flooring.

CARPET STILL LEADS THE WAY

Carpet remains the market-share leader. Cinderella’s response to the stagnant home market has been to provide more fashion-oriented options at all prices . There’s more wow-factor choices than ever – pattern, design, colors, and technology like the new Resista Refresh Carpet that repels stains like water off a duck’s back.

GROWING WITH GREEN

If there’s a growth trend in floorcovering, it’s the green market. Because of the demand in green flooring the prices have come down and translate into more new products and consumer acceptance. Cinderella has jumped on the green bandwagon, adding lines that boast high recycled content and sustainable sources. Among the favorites of Cinderella are engineered wood, cork and carpet made from recycled products.

Whatever you are dreaming of or whatever you envision; Cinderella has the expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to help you create it. Come in or call Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas or San Luis Obispo (SLO) today for all your floor and window covering needs.

PUMPKIN CARVING

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Every year at Halloween, jack o lanterns are everywhere. On doorsteps, on windowsills, hanging as paper on walls, even as plastic candy collectors for trick or treaters. You can easily find them in department stores, restaurants and even along public streets. They are an absolute part of Halloween.

For those of you who have trouble with the carving process here are 6 easy steps to follow:

Select the right tools:

Various hand or power tools can be used during the carving but the essentials of small poker, sharp paring knife, small saw and a sturdy ice cream scoop will get the job done.

Cutting:

Create an opening in the top of the pumpkin with your knife ensuring the hole is big enough for you to easily reach inside and clean it out. When cutting be sure to angle the blade towards the middle of the pumpkin. This will allow you easily put the top back on afterward.

Cleaning:

Use your scooping device to clean out the inside of the pumpkin. To make the carving easy scrape the inside of the pumpkin to be about 1" thick in the areas where you'll be carving. If you are not sure of the thickness use a thumbtack as a gauge.

Use a stencil:

There are lots of patterns out there. Find one you like online, print it out and tape it to the pumpkin. Afterward use a poking device to trace the pattern onto the pumpkin by pushing through the paper until the stencil is transferred. Remove the paper.

Connect the Dots:

Take your small saw and start connecting the dots. This is the fun part as you start to see your pumpkin take shape. Go slow here and take your time - especially on the sharp turns. But don't worry if you make a mistake. If you cut out a piece you shouldn't have use some tooth picks to put it back into place.

Flame On:

Now that your masterpiece is completed put a small candle inside, put one the top, step back and admire your handiwork.

The following websites have free stencils and ideas available: PumpkinLady.com and Celebrating Halloween.

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HOT FLOORING TREND

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Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo is the place to find the hottest products in flooring.

The economy may be keeping a lid on spending, but when it comes to flooring, it’s driving the trends. That’s because today’s cost-conscious consumer is more demanding of value than ever.

According to Chris Davis, the president and CEO of the World Floor Covering Association, “There’s definitely been a shift from spending to savings, but that doesn’t mean consumers aren’t buying flooring: it means they’re looking for value and comfort.”

Flooring manufacturers are getting the message as well by giving the consumer more bang for their buck by concentrating on products that are sensible, low-maintenance and easy on the budget. That’s why Cinderella is bringing more innovation and variety to the low-cost champs: resilient vinyl and carpeting.

VINYL IN DEMAND

Cinderella has many choices for vinyl flooring including a spectrum of styles, colors, textures and patterns. Add in vinyl’s easy-to-clean characteristics, comfort and stain-resistance, the result is increasing popularity with value-hungry shoppers.

CINDERELLA CARPET ONE’S NEW RESISTA SOFTSTYLE CARPET WORKS AROUND THE CLOCK TO ACTIVELY REPEL STAINS AND ODORS IN YOUR HOME SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO!

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Food and beverage stains can be major players in the destruction and wear of carpet in your home. At Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and San Luis Obispo (SLO), we feature the Resista carpet brands.

The most important benefit feature of Resista carpets is the advanced stain repellant polyester that is used in every Resista carpet. The worry of food and beverage stains ruining your carpet is put to rest with this new advancement of technology.

Here at Cinderella Carpet One we are excited to carry the Resista brand of carpet made with an Advanced Generation, Stain-Resistant fiber created exclusively for Carpet One Floor & Home.

Resista SoftStyle Carpet is Silky smooth comfort with a twist … it repels stains like water off a duck's back! You owe it to yourself to come to Cinderella and treat yourself to the superior softness, stain resistance, and lasting beauty of Resista SoftStyle carpet. Special soft-to-the-touch yarn technology gives it an extraordinary silky soft feel, while tighter twists and heavier weights offer exceptional toughness.

Made to look beautiful no matter how you live, Resista SoftStyle carpet features revolutionary stain protection warranties, higher wear warranties and excellent texture retention warranties. The 10-YEAR NO EXCLUSION STAIN WARRANTY covers against ALL food and beverages, which covers most accidental household stains that most other warranties exclude such as coffee, red wine, and fruit punch.

Plus, with over 60 coordinating colors in three different themes, Resista SoftStyle carpet is designed to complement and enhance your lifestyle throughout your home. Trust Resista SoftStyle carpet for soft comfort and lasting beauty that's a step ahead of anything else.

Cinderella Carpet One in Salinas and SLO is always looking to provide the best price, quality, and look for our customers. Resista carpets are affordable, durable and good-looking product that are sure to keep your home looking great. And, right now buy one square foot of Resista carpet and get one free! Stop in or call our showroom today and take a look at the Resista products on display. In Salinas call 831-422-7738 and 805-544-0324 in San Luis Obispo

A FEW FACTS ABOUT FLOORING CHOICES

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There are many choices today for flooring and the choices just keep growing. At one of our two locations Cinderella Carpet One Salinas and Cinderella Carpet one San Luis Obispo offers more products to help fulfill your needs and expectations. With over 450 different flooring choices from carpet, hardwood, vinyl, laminate and tile, we are sure to be able to find what you are looking for.

Because there are so many flooring choices available to you it will be important to choose the product type that will work best in your home or office. Becoming familiar with the different types of flooring can be helpful when making your decision. The design consultants at Cinderella can help you determine which flooring options will best suit your needs.

Lets discuss the main categories of flooring that are available which may help you decide on what’s best for your home or office. Because research is paramount before you purchase!

RESILIENT FLOORING is the same as sheet or tile flooring. The most common types are cushion, vinyl, linoleum , rubber and cork. This flooring product is inexpensive, is easy to maintain, comfortable to stand on and easy to install. Cinderella offers a variety of manufacturers including Armstrong and Mannington.

CARPETING is not a great choice for bathrooms, kitchens or basements. But it is great for bedrooms because it is warm, soft and is good for absorbing sound. Cinderella is now offering Resista Refresh carpet, which is a silky soft carpet designed to stand up to the realities of everyday life. The advanced self-renewing odor and stain resistance built into Resista Refresh carpet fibers offers overall protection that provides elements of purity and health freshness not found in other carpet.

WOOD FLOORING comes in many widths, colors, thicknesses and grades. Most hardwood today is pre-finished and has UV-cured polyurethane layers to protect the finish. Laminates are usually cheaper than real wood, but wear extremely well. They are a good alternative to hardwood. For families looking for a floor for an active lifestyle Cinderella can help with brand names like Pergo, Armstrong and Bruce.

CERAMIC TILE is versatile, beautiful and distinctive. Tile can provide you with endless possibilities for creating your vision for a room and with the use natural stone, ceramic tile, glass, or mosaic. While it requires careful installation, tile is a preferred choice for high traffic areas such as kitchens and bathrooms.

Contact Cinderella for a FREE In-Home Consultation or Pre-Measure so we can help you select the right flooring for your home or office.

Welcome To Our Cinderella Carpet One Blog Page

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