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    How to Design a Bathroom You'll Love for the Next 20 Years
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    A bathroom remodel is one of the highest-ROI home improvements you can make — but only if you do it right. I've seen too many beautiful renovations that followed a trend and looked dated three years later. Here's how to think about a bathroom that holds up.Start with the FloorYour bathroom floor takes more abuse than almost any other surface in your home — water, humidity, foot traffic, dropped products. Choose for durability first, beauty second. Fortunately, today's tile options give you both. Large-format porcelain (24x24 or larger) is popular... Read more
    Why Window Treatments Are the Most Overlooked Part of Interior Design
    I've been in the flooring and interiors business for a long time, and if there's one thing I've learned, it's this: people agonize over their floors and ignore their windows. That's a mistake.Windows Define the Light in Your RoomEvery room's atmosphere starts with light. Too much light and your floors fade, your furniture washes out, and the space feels harsh. Too little and even the most beautifully designed room feels cave-like. Window treatments are how you control that — and the difference between well-treated and untreated windows is immediately visible... Read more
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    Hardwood vs. Luxury Vinyl: How to Choose the Right Floor for Your Home
    It's one of the most common questions we get at FD & Design: “Should I go with hardwood or luxury vinyl?” Honest answer? It depends on your home, your family, and how you live. Here's how I walk customers through it.Start with Your Subfloor and Moisture LevelHardwood and moisture are not friends. If you're flooring a basement, a laundry room, or any space that sees regular humidity or potential water exposure, luxury vinyl is the clear winner. LVP is 100% waterproof and dimensionally stable — meaning it won't warp or... Read more
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    2026 Flooring Trends: What's Hot in Rockville Centre Homes This Year
    Every year, our showroom floor tells a story — and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years for flooring we've seen in a long time. After thousands of conversations with homeowners across Rockville Centre and the surrounding communities, here's what we're seeing walk out the door.Wide-Plank Hardwood Is EverywhereThe days of 3-inch strip hardwood are officially behind us. Homeowners are gravitating toward wide-plank hardwood in 5-, 6-, and even 7-inch widths. The wider the plank, the fewer seams — and fewer seams means a cleaner,... Read more
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