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Published by Martins Flooring On February 10th, 2012
Even before the Lancaster Home Show officially opened today, people were flocking to the booth. Great visuals and outstanding product were on full display. People visiting the booth loved the Cork floor. The Home Show at the Lancaster Convention Center continues Saturday, February 11 from 10:00-8:00 and Sunday, February 12 from 10:00-6:00. Please stop [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On January 30th, 2012
Did you know that a professional carpet cleaning can literally make your carpet look like new? Yep, itʼs true. It just so happens that each year many folks make a New Yearʼs Resolution to improve their home in some way. Carpet cleaning is an easy and affordable way to help you stick to that resolution. [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On January 20th, 2012
Choosing the right type of flooring for your home can be one of the most daunting home improvement decisions. Flooring trend experts and designers alike predict that hardwood flooring will continue to be a big trend in 2012. The reason that hardwood flooring is so desirable is due to its versatility. Hardwood flooring works with [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On January 19th, 2012
The Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes an individual who goes above and beyond the call of volunteerism for the Association. This winner is selected by the BIA staff. We have chosen a dedicated volunteer who has been a part of the membership committee for the past 2 years. He is consistent with his efforts [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On December 29th, 2011
Though Pantone has named Tangerine Tango as Color of the Year for 2012, we doubt a lot of people will be rushing out to purchase tangerine-colored carpeting. However, when considering new carpeting, it is okay to keep trends such as color palettes, hues and overall style in mind. Some sources say that itʼs recommended that [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On December 16th, 2011
When the guests have gone and have taken with them gifts, leftovers and holiday cheer, they have left behind egg nog spills, mud tracks and food stains. Or, perhaps you didnʼt have a chance to address old stains before guests arrived and in a panic just covered them up with area rugs. We have all [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On December 9th, 2011
On December 1st and 2nd, Martin's Flooring held a Customer Appreciation Luncheon for their loyal contractor customers. The event drew over 100 contractor customers and their employees. Everyone attending was treated to a delicious lunch, plus everyone received a special gift. The event was so successful, Martin's is already making plans for next year's [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On November 29th, 2011
Martinʼs Carpet Cleaning Service, a division of Martinʼs Flooring, has been serving the Lancaster PA area for over a decade. Whether your home features classic, casual, sophisticated or active carpet, Martinʼs floor care professionals can identify the safest, most effective way to care for it. What makes Martinʼs different is that all Martinʼs Flooring carpet [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On November 15th, 2011
As you begin to prepare your home for holiday guests, consider professional carpet cleaning as part of your cleaning regimen. If your family is anything like ours, you will likely have guests (and pets) sleeping in every room in your home. You will also likely be opening up that special sitting room thatʼs only used [...]
Published by Martins Flooring On October 31st, 2011
As home sales in the Harrisburg PA area slowly but steadily increase, homeowners continue to look for ways to make their homes more attractive to sell. According to Lawrence Yun, NARʼs chief economist, we should expect 5.3 million existing-home sales this year, up since 4.9 million in 2010, with additional gains in 2012 to about [...]