That new living room presents a world of possibilities. Décor, furnishings, art and collections all add a tasteful, personalized touch to the center of your household or office. You have many choices about how to outfit the most important rooms of your home or business, but all of them begin with a very basic decision: what type of flooring to use?
In years past, wall-to-wall carpeting has been the most popular option, but there are many reasons to shun the shag: studies show that rug fibers retain environmental contaminants and germs in many homes, and are often responsible for allergies among pets and children. Furthermore, the burden of maintenance, not only constant vacuuming but regular and expensive deep cleaning, has caused many homeowners to turn away from fiber-based flooring.