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What is the difference between ceramic and porcelain tile?They're both durable, attractive, and easy to clean. But the differences between ceramic and porcelain tile may make one better than the other for your application. And while this floor tile is most often installed in the kitchen and ...

When you need protection against water damage, you might want to solidify your peace of mind by adding waterproof floors throughout your home, and that is a great idea. This not only ensures you'll be protected in the most obvious places but in areas where accidents could happen as well.Your ...

Actually, that one of those questions that’s best answered with another question. What kind of flooring do you have? Some types will be more prone to fading than others, and that will affect the kind of window treatment you choose.For instance, hardwood flooring is affected in a big way, and it ...

If you are considering a big-box retailer with regard to your window treatments, you may want to read this. It’s true, you can get “in and out” quickly, and you might even find a great deal, especially if there are sales or closeouts going on. However, there are many advantages to choosing your ...

Window treatments are something many of us don’t give much thought to, but we should. Not only do they add a lot of architectural interest to a room, explore any design magazine and take a closer look, but they also serve an important function. They protect your floors and furnishings from fading, ...

There are indeed many perks to motorizing your window treatments. Aside from protecting the mechanism from damage due to mishandling, this option also allows you to have the means to control your blinds with the use of voice recognition. Think it’s too good to be true? Well, then, let’s get into ...

You used to see these shutters on a plantation in the Old South, but now they’re everywhere, especially in Florida.Plantation shutters are window coverings that are built right into the window casements. The louvers, or slats, are horizontal and, unlike blinds or shades, they don’t pull up but, ...

Answer: Both make the floor function better, but are often overlooked. While padding is the driveway’s foundation, the right window coverings help keep floors from fading, and other damage caused by sun and heat.Aesthetics shouldn’t be the only consideration when designing your window coverings. ...

Window treatments are a part of your decor as much as they are a functional element of your home. Even if you give no thought to the topic, you already have something in place. Curtains, drapes, and blinds are all a part of this product line, but did you know how much more you can do with these ...

There is great ease of access when motorizing your window coverings and window treatments. In fact, automatic shades can be adjusted with just a single touch, by remote control devices, switches, or even Home Automation Systems. It’s easy to motorize nearly any shade and the result is a whisper-...

Unless your plan is to completely overhaul your house, there’s not a whole lot you can do to add a significant amount of light naturally. Nonetheless, here are indeed several small things you can do that will ultimately add more light in a room naturally. If you’re about to redo a space, you may ...

Did you know that it’s not just your skin that suffers from sunshine? It's UV Rays, and anyone who’s ever been sunburned from sitting in front of a window knows just how it can penetrate; in fact, it’s not uncommon for artists to only look at homes with an indirect, northern exposure, so their ...

Some homeowners are content to throw some curtains on their windows and call it day. Others, however, have more intricate preferences for their window treatments, and we’re betting that’s why you’re here. We want to look at some of the biggest trends, the best materials, and a name brand you won’t ...

Summer time is here again, and there's no better time to update your old window treatments. It's easy to ignore busted up old blinds or dingy curtains through the dark days of Winter, but when the bright sunlight of Summer starts to filter through, the problems start to look a lot more obvious....

Pick up a copy of Florida’s “Coastal Living”, and you’ll see that you don’t need to live on a plantation to love shutters. One of the most popular window treatments, you’ll see these shutters in all houses, from farms to beach cottages, to the most traditional structure, not to mention they’re a ...

As gorgeous as your favorite window coverings may be, they may not fit into your home improvement budget once you add up all the costs. That’s because, depending upon what window treatments you’d like in your home, some of them can really cost a pretty penny. Unless you have a limitless budget, ...

When people think of window treatments, their minds inevitably land on memories of shoddy window blinds that break easily, get tangled up, and are so poorly fitted that they don't really do what they are intended to do. However, there is a difference between off-the-shelf blinds and professionally ...

In recent years, smart appliances have enabled homeowners to schedule appliances to run when electricity and water usage is at its lowest (and cheapest), not to mention you can turn on the oven while stuck in traffic and still come home to a fully cooked, ready-to-eat meal.Now your windows can be ...

With a simplicity that is both elegant and light, it’s easy to understand Florida’s love affair with plantation shutters. They’re a window treatment that easily compliments different styles of homes and interior décor. If you’re hoping to recreate that 1900’s Old Florida look, then truly, ...

That’s a confusing question, because there’s so much from which to choose, and your selection is really going to depend upon many factors, of which only you can address. A window can be dressed in curtains, draperies, blinds, shades, and shutters, and the coverings all have a different function, so ...

It’s like a puzzle. When the pieces come together, a complete picture is formed. Think about this: The right treatments can manage sun and heat, something of which there’s no lack in Florida, so make sure you have the right windows.Now think about your flooring and how that can also help with the ...

Spring is in full swing, and with it comes the need to refresh and renew our homes, in the form of renovations! While you may be perusing the latest selection of hardwood, carpet, and tile, why not consider updating your windows as well? The newest trend in window treatments will positively wow you:...

When it comes to creating a big difference in your surroundings in the least noticeable way, window treatments are a great way to do it. While they aren’t necessarily the first thing you will notice when walking into your rooms, they play a huge part in the feel of the space. Because it does make ...

Today's flooring deals have never been better. Here at Capitol Carpet & Tile we are constantly trying to find ways to make things better for our customers. In particular we like to save people money. Here is what we are doing to save you money if you have an Empire Today Flooring Quote. How can you ...

After a new carpet installation, there may be a few things that happen to your carpet. These things are common after most carpet installations, but if you are really concerned feel free to contact us with your carpeting questions or needs.The New Carpet SmellJust like a new car, some new carpets ...

Laminate flooring is generally a less expensive alternate to wood without the maintenance factor! Laminate flooring has a lot of great qualities. It is stain resistant, and you never have to buff, refinish or wax them. The only maintenance required for laminate wood floors is a general over the ...

Carpet is generally the least expensive type of flooring and the most comfortable compared to hard surface.There are basic beige and browns to hot pinks and yellows and every color in between. There are many different qualities to choose from. A low profile [shorter fiber, but more dense] may be ...