Wide Plank Floors

Wide plank floors, still the epitome of luxury to me. Whether in an old farmhouse or a modern city dwelling, wide plank floors just look so right. They range from sophisticated chocolate brown to honey-hued softwood pine. It all depends on the look you’re going for. We’d love to see some of yours!

Show us your wide-plank floors or send us a picture of some nice ones you’ve seen.

EVENT: Leo Marmol, FAIA, of Marmol Radziner

September 25, 6:00 pm
AIA San Francisco, 130 Sutter Street, Suite 600, San Francisco

$15 Members; $25 Nonmembers
Register at www.aiasf.org/archandcity/lectures.

Leo Marmol, FAIA, is Managing Principal of the design/build architectural firm, Marmol Radziner and Associates in Los Angeles, California. With a passion for mid-century Modern residences, his extensive research and creative construction methods have resulted in numerous awards for the firm’s renovation and restoration work, including Richard Neutra’s 1946 Kaufmann House in Palm Springs. Leo’s home near Palm Springs is the prototype for Marmol Radziner Prefab, the firm’s new line of green modular homes that are built in its factory and delivered complete. The firm’s unique business practice and commitment to design excellence was rewarded with the honor of being named the AIA California Council’s 2004 Firm of the Year. Join us for a presentation about some of his latest projects.

Carpet Tiles: So much more than DIY

The thing I love about carpet tiles is that you can do them yourself. While that may not sound appealing, when you think about the fact that installation is a large part of the cost of new carpeting it can suddenly make new carpet feasible.

The other GREAT thing about carpet tiles is that you can lay them down in whatever pattern you like and then change them up if you don't like it. You can use them to create an area rug under a table knowing that if something spills you can pick up the tile, wash it off and replace it.

Carpet tiles are also a great option for kid's rooms. They come in a wide array of colors and patterns and allow your little one to exercise some creativity and design a very personal space.

HGTV and DIY both have great tutorials on carpet tile installation.

Stop by one of our stores for a wide selection of carpet tiles.

2008 ARCHITECTURE AND THE CITY FESTIVAL

Join us during the month of September for the AIASF Architecture and the City Festival. California Carpet is a proud sponsor of the San Francisco Living: Home Tours Weekend.