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It’s true that some floors can shrink or contract to adjust to the weather, and it’s also true that excess water can damage a hardwood flooring installation, but there’s no reason to deprive yourself of this rich, elegant material; all it takes is a little extra TLC, such as the easy process of ...

Some homeowners are a little overwhelmed at the idea of shopping for hardwood flooring, especially if it’s their first time doing so. However, we want to assure you, you are not in this alone. With just a little bit of expert advice, you can have the floor of your dreams much sooner than you might ...

Hardwood flooring has always been one of the most popular flooring materials out there, because it is durable, beautiful, and an all-around sound investment for your home. It lends an air of chic elegance to any room that other flooring materials just can't touch.While there are many types of ...

At Marion’s, our experts keep their ear to the ground when it comes to trends, because, after all, the place you buy your floors should be about a lot more than just selling product. You need advice on interior design, color balance, installation and more.We know this area has always been a little ...

Yes! What many may not realize is that there is such a wide assortment of different species, colors and even main types of hardwood flooring, that it’s easy to find something to suit every atmosphere.The hardwood medium shades are popular with those who have the bungalow atmospheres, because of ...

If you have a room that’s a little on the small size, and would like to renovate it in a manner that makes it appear larger, you can certainly do so with the right types of hardwood flooring. Whether it’s a reading nook, hidden alcove or a recess in a room, this is truly a common scenario. But, don’...

When you’re remodeling, one of the first things you should think about is color, because you want to be sure the walls, floor and furniture are well coordinated and balanced.It’s not always that easy, because it’s just not the surface color, but also the undertones, which aren’t always obvious in ...

Did you know that hardwood is the most environmentally friendly flooring type available?Yes, that’s right. When you include wood as part of your flooring and decor, it works well with any environment, from the most traditional, to ultra-contemporary and urban loft. Coordinate it well with ...

If you have your heart set on hardwood, you probably already have a good idea of what you want. Still, there are some factors about hardwood flooring for your Portland home that you might not be aware of, and that’s what we’d like to share with you today. They say knowledge is power, so you can ...

Sometimes you just have to get back to basics, so here’s a Hardwood Flooring 101 Guide as to why you’ll love it.The pros at Marion’s Carpet Warehouse compiled this just for you.Hardwood flooring is an excellent long-term investment for your Portland home. When you look at the overall picture, you’...

By far, the most popular floor covering for many homeowners is hardwood flooring. Portland homeowners are certainly no different. No matter where your home is located, there are a few things that every homeowners looks for when searching for a new floor covering. Durability is a must, as is a ...

Hardwood flooring is, without a doubt, the king of flooring materials for so many reasons. From a design perspective, it is versatile enough to achieve just about any look you could imagine. From the rustic charm of reclaimed or hand-scraped wood, to the chic, modern elegance of black wood flooring,...

Often, homeowners come into our Marion's Carpet Warehouse showroom in Portland, OR, and ask our on-site experts about eliminating scratches and damage on their wood flooring. Typically, these are individuals who just moved into a new home and have no prior experience with hardwood flooring in ...

The Pacific Northwest is pretty wet and, according to Weather.Com, Portland gets 43 inches of rain per year, with an average of 154 rainy days. Hardwood flooring adds a rich style to your home. It has those gorgeous undertones that you can coordinate with artwork, fabric, views and accessories to ...

We know how important the environment is so, At Marion’s Carpet Warehouse, we’re going to address hardwood flooring, Portland.Wood flooring is really a green choice. Back in 2008, the United States banned lumber that came from illegal sources, those place that didn’t manage forests responsibly. The ...

Hardwood flooring in Portland is a lot of things. It’s durable, timelessly elegant, versatile and has an incredibly long life span. However, one thing that many homeowners don’t consider, is that hardwood flooring is actually an investment in the future. We’re going to look at that in more detail....

If you’re shopping for hardwood flooring in Portland, there are some important facts that you absolutely must know before shopping. Some of these might sound familiar, and some might not. However, Marion’s Carpet Warehouse wants to make sure you have enough information to fully understand the ...