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Does Grout Color Make a Noticeable Difference in Glass Tile?

Wire-brushed, Hand Scraped, and Distressed: The Hottest Texture Trends in Hardwood and Wood-Look Tile Flooring

Since they change with the seasons, trends can be hard to keep up with. It’s like everyone else gets a memo on what’s in style, weeks before you even realize it’s changed. This can be especially infuriating when trying to make decisions...

What Makes Carpet A Popular Choice?

Compared to other varieties of flooring, carpet is probably the most practical choice because of the wide variety and versatility. In excess of 60 years, new carpets have been the top seller when it comes to flooring. You will find that...

Luxury Vinyl Tile – LVT

Today is going to be an introduction to the world of LVT. Often times a consumer desires the look of wood but not the maintenance or perhaps the permanence. Here at Act 1 we carry a variety of LVT that will give you options. With a 25...

Keeping Carpet Under Foot

The latest trend for decorative carpets in 2013 seems tilted in favor of monochrome, and plain area rugs made from thick materials. The markets for carpets in 2013 in the western world offer variety of rugs and carpets ranging in different...

It’s Not Just About The Tile But What Is Between It

Grouts are available in many colors. While color is important to the final finished look of the tile installation, it has little effect on the functionality of the grout. When grout does its job — locking tiles tight, keeping out water, and...

How to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring

Luxury vinyl plank flooring is one of the hottest trends in floor coverings today. Its relative low cost, durability, and variety of styles all contribute to its popularity. Plus, it’s easy to install.