When people are in our showroom for the first time, quite often we hear "Oh, I didn't know you did that!" Folks come in expecting to see floors, because, well, that's our name "Enhance Floors and More" but not much thought is given to the "More" part of that. Well, we do a lot more.
We do bathroom remodeling and kitchen remodeling, and all the component parts involved in these. We also do staircase makeovers, including new balusters, handrails, and newel posts. We offer complementary in store design assistance. Countertops, yes, we do that too! Window treatments (shutters, blinds, fabrics) are another service we offer. We carry an extensive line of tile, for floors, walls, backsplashes, and showers. Need help with a custom made area rug? Yes, got you covered.
Here's more about the more that we can assist you with:
Kitchens That Sizzle
Kitchens are one of our specialties. A kitchen makeover can be as easy and affordable as painting your existing cabinets, updating your cabinet hardware (knobs and pulls), and adding new flooring, countertops, and a custom backsplash. Other clients want a complete remodel: new design, new cabinets and appliances . . . . a brand new kitchen! We can assist you with either scenario.
Breathing new life into an outdated or inefficient kitchen can be the smartest money a homeowner spends. Kitchen remodels deliver more bang for the buck than any other interior home project, offering up to 96 percent return on investment.
Splish Splash
Another one of our favorite "creations" is helping a customer get rid of their old outdated and sometimes impractical bathroom, and create a beautiful new space. Bathrooms should be beautiful-- that's where most of us start our day! It is part getting ready, part therapy! It should be a place that makes you feel happy and grounded, ready to face the world. We have created some really gorgeous bathrooms.
While the tile is the star of the show in the shower, there's another component that is vitally important, that gets very little attention, because it just stands there and does its job: the shower glass! The glass is such an integral part of a beautiful shower, but something to which we give very little thought.
A frameless glass shower visually enlarges your bathroom, as well as shows off your beautiful new tile design inside the shower. It will provide less opportunities for mold and mildew to accumulate than a shower curtain. When we finish off your shower with beautiful new frameless glass, it will be custom fit to your space.
Pro Tip: Perfectly fitting shower glass cannot be prefabricated, because walls are never exactly square.
Going Up?
A common question when a client is updating their staircase is do they have to have carpet? The choice on whether to carpet your staircase or leave it with the wood exposed really depends on how the stairs have been constructed, the materials and the condition. Don't assume that you have usable wood all the way under your staircase carpet. Many times, what is under the carpet is plywood or pine, or some other material that is not attractive.
Sometimes fully carpeting the stairs is the only option. Fully carpeted stairs are the default for many homeowners. They can provide a practical and hard wearing surface, comfort underfoot and can offer immediate impact and a visual change for those seeking an update to their interior. And often there is an option to do both---exposed wood with a decorative runner added. There are pros and cons to runners, as well as pros and cons to leaving the stairs bare.
Carpet runners leave the edges of the stairs visible. Runners are ideal when you don't want to fully cover your beautiful stairway. Runners will add some warmth without hiding the flooring. Most homeowners opt for boldly patterned runners to add detail and texture to an otherwise neutral space. Find a unique pattern that blends in with the surrounding décor but still draws the eyes towards the staircase.
You can also opt for neutral subtly patterned carpeting if you want a plain minimalist style. This is also where you can add some interest with texture. We can create a runner for your stairs from any carpet in the store-- that's a LOT of choices!
Runners can provide safety benefits, especially for those who are more susceptible to falls, such as the elderly and small children. Large dogs, too, are more comfortable on a staircase with a runner. Wood stairs can be more slippery underfoot and the hard surface is likely to cause injury in the event of a fall, making it less desirable for those who are not as steady on their feet. Runners also offer soundproofing advantages, which can be particularly useful for a large household where children and dogs are galloping up and down the stairs. Bare stairs are beautiful, however, and easy to clean.
Design Tip
Patterned stair runners add a decorative element to your home and, particularly in a front foyer, are an opportunity add interest to an otherwise bland space. How would you describe your design style? Elegant traditional, farmhouse modern, bold contemporary? With the myriad of popular patterns today, there is literally a style for every taste and budget, making it easier than ever to find one that will enhance your staircase.
Carpeted stair treads take a lot of abuse, so choosing textured carpet or a carpet with at least a subtle pattern can be a smart idea for hiding wear and tear. If your flight of steps includes pie shaped stairs keep in mind that a patterned carpet may not match perfectly on these stairs. Choosing an abstract or organic design may be a better choice.
Our showroom offers thousands of samples to help in your choice of carpet and our Design Consultants are always available to answer any questions.
How Much Does it Cost?
We just installed a pretty nylon LCL (cut and loop) carpet on a staircase of a Marietta home. There was binding on one side. The total price was a little over $1800.
