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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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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…
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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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San Francisco is a city with a deep-seated soul for music—from the legendary jazz clubs of Fillmore Street to the high-fidelity listening rooms tucked away in Sea Cliff and Noe Valley. For the true audiophile, a home isn’t just a living space; it’s an acoustic environment. When you’re setting up a world-class sound system or…
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Sunnyvale is a city that perfectly balances the high-energy innovation of Silicon Valley with the serene, tree-lined charm of classic California neighborhoods. From the mid-century modern masterpieces near Ortega Park to the contemporary builds appearing near downtown, there is one design element that never goes out of style: warm hardwood flooring. At The Floor Store,…
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In the heart of Silicon Valley, where the fast-paced tech world meets the sun-drenched landscapes of the South Bay, homeowners are increasingly turning to Scandinavian interior design to create a sense of “Hygge”—the Danish concept of cozy contentment. Known for its minimalism, functionality, and deep connection to nature, “Scandi” style is a perfect match for…
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Fairfield, California, occupies a unique spot in the North Bay. Tucked between the cooling influence of the Suisun Bay and the warmer stretches of the Sacramento Valley, our local climate can be a bit of a rollercoaster. For Fairfield homeowners, this means choosing flooring isn’t just about picking a pretty wood grain—it’s about understanding how…
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If you’ve walked through a newly renovated home in Noe Valley or a modern estate in Palo Alto recently, you’ve likely seen it: the wide-plank, light-toned elegance of White Oak. As we move through 2026, many of our customers at The Floor Store are asking the same question: “Is White Oak still the right decision,…
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