There are few things more intimidating than facing down a blank wall with absolutely no idea how to proceed. Or, even worse – finding yourself completely paralyzed by the endless amount of treatment options available. No matter which end of the spectrum you find yourself, rest assured that ther…

Light hardwood flooring has become a favorite for homeowners, with its ability to bring warmth and spaciousness to any room. But how do you ensure your decor choices amplify this beauty rather than clash? The right color palette and decorating tips hold the key. You’ll learn how selecting c…

In our last blog, we discussed the exciting experience of designing a custom wide plank floor by Carlisle — particularly how the characteristics of wood affect plank width, and how scaling the plank width will help you achieve the look you want on your floor. Today, we are shifting our focus to…

Wood floors can provide a sense of elegance and warmth in any room. Not only is solid wood flooring a sturdy and long-lasting way to finish your house it’s also a great way to inspire your interior décor. The color and style of your wood floors make an excellent starting point for planning…

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…

The Arts & Crafts movement of the early 20th century, inspired an architectural style that remains popular today, inspiring other sought after designs like Craftsman and Bungalow. From southern California Bungalow's of the Greene Brothers, to the Chicago suburbs, Arts & Crafts homes …

A sometimes overlooked opportunity in both new home designs and remodels is the chance to use different wood flooring styles and colors throughout the home to create a custom look and set just the right mood for every space. It may be cliché, but variety really is the spice of life. Disco…

Wood parquet floors have been around since the 17th century.  Their popularity in home décor has ebbed and waned somewhat over the years but today, a variety of factors have combined to make parquet floors a very exciting option.  Carlisle has created two unique collections to ca…

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…

There are many reasons that you may be searching for a wide plank engineered floor for your upcoming project – cost, ease of installation, stability. While much of this is true, not all engineered flooring is designed and crafted to meet the same standards. But, many people do not know what th…

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 …