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New Shaw Carpet Colors for 2026
As homeowners across Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and surrounding New Mexico communities continue to invest in comfort-focused interiors, Shaw Floors’ 2026 carpet introductions arrive at the perfect time. The Floor Store is excited to offer these new Shaw carpet styles and color palettes, designed to reflect today’s design trends while standing up to real New Mexico…
Read MorePatterned Floors to Bring Life to Every Space
A well-designed room feels balanced from the ground up. The way light moves across the floor, how textures soften a space, and how lines guide the eye all shape the atmosphere, influencing everything from your color palette to the flow between rooms.While solid surfaces offer a classic look, introducing a…
Read MoreWhy Interior Designers Love Working with The Floor Store
Interior designers understand that flooring is one of the most influential design decisions in any space. It impacts not only the overall aesthetic, but also how a room functions, feels, and performs over time. From anchoring furniture layouts to influencing acoustics, durability, and maintenance, flooring plays a central role in successful interior design projects. That’s…
Read MoreCreating Balance and Comfort in Your Large Living Room
Open living rooms are often one of the most appealing features of a home.They offer flexibility for relaxing, entertaining, and everyday living, and they can make a home feel spacious, especially when living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together.At the same time, extra square footage can feel less inviting without…
Read MoreThe Endless Variety of Floor Tiles Available Today
When homeowners begin exploring new flooring options, tile often stands out as one of the most versatile and design-forward choices available. Today’s tile comes in more styles, sizes, textures, and patterns than ever before, allowing you to customize every space to fit your aesthetic. Whether you’re dreaming of a clean modern look, a bold designer…
Read More2026 Flooring Trends That Bring Warmth and Style to Your Home
Flooring has always influenced the atmosphere of a home, often serving as the quiet backdrop that supports your overall style. That idea is changing as more people use flooring as a central design feature that shapes the ambience of each room.This shift aligns with a broader move toward interiors that…
Read MoreLaminate Flooring Makes a Comeback
Laminate Is Back—And The Floor Store Is Leading the Trend Laminate flooring is officially back in demand, and The Floor Store is seeing more homeowners choose it every day. In a January 2025 issue of Floor Covering Weekly, the publication explained, “a common misconception of the laminate category is that today’s laminate is the same…
Read MoreThe Perfect Flooring for Modern Rustic Style
There’s nothing like a home that feels deeply comforting, where every corner invites you to relax.At the same time, you can balance that warmth with refined elegance. The modern rustic aesthetic blends the clean, open lines of minimalism with the natural textures and character of farmhouse-inspired design.It’s a look that…
Read MoreA Room-by-Room Guide to Pet-Friendly Flooring
Pets bring so much joy to our lives. From wagging tails that greet you at the door to cozy evenings curled up together, they are truly part of the family. At the same time, paws, claws, and the occasional accident can be tough on certain floors. Choosing the right surface…
Read MoreMohawk SmartStrand Carpet: Beauty, Comfort, and Unmatched Stain Resistance
If you love the luxurious feel of soft carpet but worry about spills, kids, or pets, Mohawk SmartStrand carpet is a game-changer. This innovative flooring combines elegant style with built-in stain and soil protection, making it one of the most durable and easy-to-clean carpet options available today. What Makes SmartStrand Different? Unlike traditional carpets that…
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