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In our last article, we briefly touched on the differences in LVP edge profiles and covered the micro bevel profile. Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into why the micro bevel has quietly become the undisputed industry standard for today’s Bay Area homes and why it’s particularly transformational when applied to the look…
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For the past few years, pale blondes, light natural oaks, and warm-toned wood flooring has really dominated the space throughout the country and California in particular. We are seeing a small break away from the beige and light-colored trends towards overall warmth and even some venturing into the dark side with dark hardwood floors. Dark…
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When you walk into a showroom and start flipping through luxury vinyl plank samples, your mind is usually racing through the big-picture decisions: color, length, width, style. You’re probably imagining how it will look in your space, if it will hold up against your pets or children, and more than likely, if it will fit…
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Bathrooms are notoriously tough on floors. Between morning shower steam, accidental tub overflows, and the daily splash zone around the vanity, this space demands a surface that can handle high humidity and standing water. But practical doesn’t have to mean boring. At The Floor Store, we believe your bathroom should feel like a personal sanctuary.…
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Your home is an extension of you, your style, your personality. When guests walk in, they not only notice your decoration, your pictures, and your furniture, they also notice your paint color, your cabinets, your countertops and your flooring. If you are someone with a unique take on design – someone who sees their home…
Read MoreInstalling Luxury Vinyl Flooring yourself is a great way to save on labor costs when completing a remodel. Floating or click and lock luxury vinyl is considered a “DIY-friendly” method compared to a glue down or other method. While that is technically true, depending on your application, we should warn that certain applications and scenarios…
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If you walk into any of our showrooms across the Bay Area right now, you’ll notice a massive shift in what designers and homeowners are looking for. For nearly a decade, cool, crisp grays, clinical whites, and heavily bleached tones dominated the interior design landscape. But in 2026, the trend has officially pivoted. We are…
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Hardwood floors are an absolute staple of Bay Area style. Whether you live in a historic craftsman home in Berkeley, a classic Victorian in San Francisco, or a modern mid-century property in Sunnyvale, genuine hardwood brings unmatched character and value to a home. But what happens when you decide to knock down a wall to…
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According to Compass, 85% of homes sold (as of April 2026), sold at a price that was 23% above list price. When you’re planning a home improvement project, selling your home may be one of the last thoughts. However, when the time comes for the sale, you don’t want to be left hoping that your…
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There is a lot to love about a neutral color palette. Beige, cream, gray, and taupe create a calming, versatile canvas that works with almost any decor style. But there is a fine line between a home that feels like a serene sanctuary and one that feels a bit washed out—especially on those classic, overcast…
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