Wide plank flooring has been around for a while…and when we say “a while” we mean hundreds of years.  What began out of necessity and function, has evolved into a “must have” for interior fashion and a timeless iconic decor element. Its popularity has never wained and the number of availa…

Dark wood flooring is a very popular look for interior designs today.  We hesitate to use the word “trend” with this look, because that implies that this look transitions in and out of style.  The truth is that dark wood flooring harkens back to an age of the original pine f…

When it comes to your home, there are many architectural details that you will need decide on.  One in particular will be your ceiling design.  Today, we will show you some simple, and elegant design options to help you create the perfect interior ceiling.

The inclusion of white wood floors in an interior design plan appeals to a large demographic for a variety of reasons. For some, they like the idea of creating a neutral palette against which (almost) anything will match.  For others, it serves a functional and aesthetic purpose, similar to…

Wide plank floors and modern interior design go hand in hand. But, that was not always the case.  For a time wide plank floors were synonymous with phrases like “rustic” and “country” and “pine”.  Carlisle has reformed all those “non-believers” with a stunning showcase of wide plank fl…

At Carlisle we give the term “wide” a whole new meaning. But, the trend of using “wide” plank boards started long before Carlisle, when early colonists, along the Eastern Seaboard, would install wide eastern white pine floors up to 30” wide in their homes – many of which are still i…

White Pine is America’s oldest wood flooring material. In both old and new homes alike, traditional wide plank pine floors continually draw admiring glances with a blend of imposing grains and subtle knots that creates an unmatched warmth and beauty which lasts through the years. Surprised?…

So you want to install a dark wood floor in your home or retail space? There is nothing more stunning than a rich, dark wood floor that makes your jaw drop when you walk into a room, and there are many ways to create this look, as well as design considerations you should take account as you are …

Like a crisp tailored suit, beautiful hardwood flooring is a symbol of good taste. It is also the primary backdrop for your entire design and has the potential to last for the life of your home.  So when you have great-quality hardwood floors, you want to do all that you can to showcas…

The Arts & Crafts movement of the 19th century sparked a new form of architecture that spread across the country. Today, we’ll look at a modern day Arts & Crafts bungalow that highlights handcraft, natural elements and casual décor with a few modern touches.

When it comes to selecting a new wood floor for your home, you will be faced with many decisions. The type of wood – Oak hardwood flooring, pine floors, etc – is one of the most important. Second to that, is the style of flooring you want. The style of flooring you will create for your home is b…

Choosing the right color for your wood floor is a big decision. After all, once your floor is complete you don’t want to have to go through the process of refinishing for a VERY long time. When thinking about this decision you might only be focused on design and color. But in this Flooring 101 po…