<![CDATA[Brenner Flooring Blog]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/bloghttp://www.rssboard.org/rss-specificationSunBlogNuke RSS Generator Version 8.4.0.0Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:27:57 GMTFri, 29 Mar 2024 09:27:57 GMTen-ushostmaster@tritoncommerce.com (Brenner Flooring)0https://www.brennerfloor.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Installation/DNN_SunBlogNuke.pngBrenner Flooring Bloghttps://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog <![CDATA[Important Things to Know When Refinishing Your Hardwood Floors]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/56/important-things-to-know-when-refinishing-your-hardwood-floorsFind out what to expect when your hardwood floors are being refinished from the flooring refinishers at Brenner Floors in Golden Valley, MN. Learn about some of the key concerns when dealing with historic homes and how we can help.

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<![CDATA[Can Your Hardwood Floor Be Saved? ]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/55/can-your-hardwood-floor-be-savedLearn some of the signs your hardwood floor is in need of replacement with the hardwood floor replacement team at Brenner Floors.

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<![CDATA[Refinishing Trends to Update Your Hardwood Flooring]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/54/refinishing-trends-to-update-your-hardwood-flooringLearn about some of the most popular hardwood flooring looks for today’s homes and remodels from the hardwood flooring refinishers at Brenner Floors in Golden Valley. Get ideas for refinishing your floors to update the look of your home with dust-free sanding and a new stain.

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<![CDATA[Creating Period-Perfect Floors in Mid-century Homes]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/53/creating-period-perfect-floors-in-mid-century-homesLearn how to restore the floors in your Twin Cities midcentury home to their original beauty with the experienced floor restoration pros at Brenner Floors in Golden Valley. We share ideas for bringing back the original look of your midcentury floors and discuss how we can help.

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<![CDATA[What Vinyl Flooring Looks are Trending Right Now? ]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/52/what-vinyl-flooring-looks-are-trending-right-nowWith all of the time we’re spending at home these days, it’s a good time to start thinking about taking on some home improvement projects to make your space more inviting. At Brenner Floors in Golden Valley, we’re working diligently to protect our community as well as our customers by using free virtual consultations, safe installation, and more.

 

If you’re thinking about replacing your flooring, one of our most versatile solutions for any room or architectural style is vinyl flooring installation. Although vinyl floor options were once fairly limited, today’s vinyl flooring solutions offer a nearly limitless range of possibilities in design and application. Our vinyl floor contractors can work with you online to help you choose the best solution for your home. To inspire you some of the most popular vinyl looks right now, we’ve put together this guide to the hottest vinyl trends this summer.

1.   Highly Textured Vinyl Floor Designs

If your idea of vinyl floors dates back to the faux wood or stone industrial look that seemed to be everywhere a few decades ago, you may be surprised to learn that vinyl has been redefined to include some pretty dazzling looks.

 

Unlike the watered-down copies of yesterday, today’s vinyl uses innovations in optics to perfectly mimic a wide array of textures and materials. Get the eclectic beauty of distressed, wire brushed, or hand-scraped hardwood floors at a more affordable price point. Textured flooring is a fast way to add character to even the most minimalist home design.

2.   Classic Stone Designs

If something more subdued feels right for your home, stone designs and traditional hardwood looks are still going stronger than ever right now. New home buyers love the versatility of these classic designs paired with the attention to detail of modern vinyl tiles.

3.   Unique Flooring Layouts

With the many innovations in vinyl flooring, the industry has seen a return to the look of craftsmanship that was more common in Victorian homes and hearkens back to a time when detail was prized. Vinyl plank, vinyl tile, and vinyl sheeting can be used to create unexpected patterns in your floor from herringbone designs to geometric layouts that frame the space in a room.

Call Our Minneapolis Vinyl Flooring Installation Pros

If spending more time has you ready for a change, imagine what you could do with new vinyl floors. At Brenner Floors in Golden Valley, we love working with Twin Cities homeowners to help them create floors worthy of their homes.

 

Check out our online gallery to get inspiration and design ideas, then give us a call for your completely virtual consultation on your new vinyl floor project. We can meet with you by phone or by FaceTime for a free virtual consultation. To get started on your new flooring project, contact us online or call us at 763-595-9151.

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<![CDATA[How to Choose the Right Floors for Your Remodel]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/51/how-to-choose-the-right-floors-for-your-remodelIf spending more time at home in these recent weeks has you thinking about remodeling, new floors are one of the most dramatic ways to alter the look of your home interior. With all of the options on the table, it can be difficult to know where to begin when choosing a look and material that works well for your home. Choosing the right new flooring is one of the most important decisions you can make when renovating your home.

 

It’s important to pick a floor that not only looks great but can also stand up to the traffic and lifestyle of your household. At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, we offer a wide selection of new floor designs and materials for your home. In this post, we’ll draw on three decades of experience to share our best advice for choosing the right floors for your remodeling project.

Flooring Materials Available

Choice is always a good thing, especially when it comes to remodeling your home. Today’s homeowners have more choices than ever when they’re deciding on a new flooring design and material.

 

Check out these great flooring installation options:

 

●        Laminate flooring

●        Vinyl flooring

●        Carpet flooring

●        Hardwood flooring

●        Luxury vinyl flooring

●        Stone flooring

Making the Right Choice

When deciding on a flooring material and style, you’ll need to consider a few things. If you’re replacing the flooring throughout your home, consider the architectural style of your home and interior design look you’re going for. No matter how much flooring you’re installing, you should consider the level of durability you need and the maintenance you’re willing to put in.

 

For example, if you have young children and a busy household, you may prefer carpet or vinyl flooring over traditional hardwood flooring. If you’re replacing the floor in only one room, think about how the room will be used and how the design will blend aesthetically with the rest of your home.

Contact Our Minneapolis Flooring Replacement Pros

If you’re considering updating the floors in your home, we can help. To keep our community and customers safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, our team at Brenner Floors is currently offering virtual consultations online via FaceTime or you can contact us by phone.

 

Visit our online gallery to get ideas for your beautiful new floor project. Then give us a call at 763-595-9151 to discuss your needs and get a free estimate, or contact us online to get your online consultation today.

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<![CDATA[What are the Biggest Flooring Trends Right Now?]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/50/what-are-the-biggest-flooring-trends-right-nowFlooring is one of those home elements that can either completely define an elegant space or create an outdated and unattractive feel. You can update the paint in a home and replace all of the furniture, but if your floors are dingy, cracked, or stained, it can completely detract from the space. If you’ve been putting off flooring replacement, now is a great time to check it off your list of household maintenance. Updating the floors in your home will instantly elevate your space while at the same time adding to your home’s market value.

 

At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, our flooring replacement pros love working with Twin Cities homeowners to help match them with the right floor for their home’s look and style. To help you choose the best new floors for your home, here are some of the top flooring trends to love right now. 

 

Check out these trending flooring replacement ideas:

1.   Dark Neutral Hardwood Floor Stains

Homeowners are finally catching onto a design principle interior designers have been hip to for ages: Brilliant colors look absolutely stunning when juxtaposed against a dark charcoal or black floor. Hardwood with a dark stain creates a beautiful backdrop for jewel-toned furnishings.

2.   Nordic Minimalist Hardwood

On the other side of the color spectrum, there’s just something inviting about the appeal of whitewashed hardwood floor stains. Unlike traditional hardwood stains with a warm reddish or yellowish tone, the muted subtlety of whites, creams, and light grays won’t overwhelm your interior.

3.   Maxed-Out Tiles

Extra-large tiles are having their day this year. Large format tiles cover more ground than their smaller traditional counterparts, creating a more mature and elegant look within a bathroom or kitchen.

4.   Black and White Contrasting Tiles

There’s just something enchanting about the look of black juxtaposed against white, especially when it comes to stone flooring and tile flooring. From the art deco look of chessboard tiles to black details on white tiles, the contrast of black against white is a great way to add interesting geometry to your space. These look especially stunning in dreamy guest baths and entryways.

5.   Luxurious Carpet

After a couple of decades on the sidelines, carpet installation is making a comeback of epic proportions. Designers and homeowners are leaning into its lux reputation by embracing decadent plush fibers, unique textile pattern designs, and brilliant jewel tones.

Call Our Minneapolis Flooring Replacement Experts

Are you tired of looking at the same outdated floors? Is it time for a change? At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, we can help you completely transform your space with floors you’ll love coming home to.

 

To visualize your home’s transformation, stop by our online gallery and get inspired. To schedule your new flooring project or get a completely virtual consultation and free estimate,  contact us online or give us a call at 763-595-9151.

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<![CDATA[Stunning Carpet Looks for Your Home Flooring ]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/49/stunning-carpet-looks-for-your-home-flooringOlder homeowners may remember a time when wall-to-wall carpet was the hottest flooring trend for slick urban homes. Carpet may no longer be the leader in flooring trends, but it’s still a beloved flooring solution by homeowners and designers alike. And carpet has come a long way over the years in terms of innovation and style. Today’s carpet is stunning and made using the latest technology to bring performance and comfort to busy homes.

 

At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, we love helping homeowners bring warmth and style into their lives with elegant carpet for every space. If you’re thinking of upgrading your floors with beautiful new carpet, check out these fantastic carpet looks available for today’s homeowners.

The Beauty of Quality Carpet Flooring

It should come as no surprise that solid hardwood flooring has dominated the design world as many designers’ top pick for the past couple of decades. And there are plenty of reasons to love hardwood flooring, not the least of which are its simple richness and ease of maintenance.

 

But today’s designers are rediscovering their love of carpet with its natural plushness and added comfort. When you imagine a floor with livability, there’s no substitute for carpet flooring. There’s no other floor that’s nearly as comfortable for walking in bare feet, and for little ones learning to walk or playing on the floor, it’s absolutely perfect. Today’s carpet is also far more water-resistant and stain-resistant than the carpet of decades gone by, which means easier maintenance and greater durability.

 

Here are some of the top carpet trends this year:

1.   Patterned Designs

Contrasting patterns and colors are the hottest carpet trend this year. Shorter carpet is available in a wide range of designs and colors. These look absolutely stunning when juxtaposed against a bold wallpaper design on an accent wall.

2.   Down-to-Earth

If minimalism is more your cup of tea, this is a good year for natural colors. Elevate your space with simple, warm tones like jute and vanilla as the ideal backdrop for simple Nordic furniture designs.

3.   Extra Plush

There’s nothing quite like thick, plush carpet fibers underneath bare feet. Plush carpet feels fantastic and looks even better. Infuse your space with the luxury of a five-star hotel room with deliciously velvety plush carpet.

4.   Jewel Tones

Brilliant gemstones are the inspiration for one of this season’s hottest design trends, and what works well for home furnishings in this case translates brilliantly to carpet. Think of deep, vibrant shades like emerald, amber, ruby, garnet, gold, and sapphire as the neutral redefined. 

Call for Minneapolis Carpet Flooring Installation You’ll Love

If your idea of carpet is limited to the carpet flooring of yesterday, our flooring specialists at Brenner Floors in Minneapolis would like to show you how far today’s carpet has come. Choose from a wide range of carpet solutions including wool, nylon, polyester, and triexta.

 

We offer completely free virtual consultations via Facetime or phone. To get yours and talk about your vision for your floors, contact us online or call and speak to a member of our team at 763-595-9151.

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<![CDATA[The Beauty of Marble Flooring]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/48/the-beauty-of-marble-flooringOne of the most stunning and timeless flooring solutions is also one of the oldest. Since antiquity, stone flooring including marble has been the hallmark of elegance in its stunning simplicity. As simple to clean as it is durable, marble floors add a gentle minimalism to any space.

 

At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, our stone flooring experts can help restore your marble floors to their original beauty. We can also help you install a custom marble floor in your home. In this blog post, we’ll talk about why marble floors are still some of the most beautiful floors in the world.

The Elegance of Natural Marble

The decision to install marble floors comes down to personal taste. In a world where manufactured flooring options have become the standard, marble floors represent a return to tradition. Its reputation is one of class and taste.

 

Derived primarily from natural limestone, marble is a stone material that has been used to sculpt timeless art since antiquity and graced the floors of palaces around the globe. The stone of natural marble recrystallizes to form a bright, natural gleam that exudes decadence. It’s no wonder the original etymology of the word “marble” comes from the ancient Greek and means “crystalline rock” or “shining stone.”

Marble Flooring Looks

If you think marble flooring is only available in a limited range of style solutions, you may be surprised to learn what’s available. There is a look suitable for the decor and architectural style of any home.

 

Your floors can be installed in different levels of finish from the high sheen of a bright gloss to something more subdued. There are also many different colors and veins available for your marble depending on the look you want to bring to your space.

Maintaining Your Marble Floors

Marble flooring is one of the easier flooring options when it comes to maintenance. Keeping it looking great is a simple matter of regular cleaning. Over time, your floors may begin to lose their shine. Bringing your marble flooring back to its original gleam is simply a matter of calling our flooring refinishers.

 

Follow these tips for great-looking marble floors:

●        Wipe with a clean, soft fabric

●        Remove spills immediately

●        Sweep regularly

Restore Your Minneapolis Stone Flooring

If your marble floors need some attention, our team at Brenner Floors in Minneapolis can help you restore them to their original shine. We also offer stone flooring installation if you’re thinking of installing brand new marble floors.

 

Stop by our online gallery to check out examples of our flooring replacement and restoration projects. To discuss your flooring needs, contact us online or give us a call at 763-595-9151 for your free estimate.

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<![CDATA[Adding Texture to Your Decor With Luxury Vinyl]]>https://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/47/adding-texture-to-your-decor-with-luxury-vinylIt can be hard to choose which flooring option is right for your home. There are plenty of great options to choose from between stone flooring, carpet, hardwood floor installation, and other stunning flooring solutions. Luxury vinyl is a fantastic flooring solution if you’re looking for high-performance flooring with plenty of style options. If you’ve never considered luxury vinyl, you may be surprised to learn how many styles, colors, and textures are available. 

 

At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, our vinyl flooring installation pros can help you choose the best flooring solution for your home. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some of the ways homeowners use vinyl to add texture to their home interior design.

 

Check out these great looks:

1.   The Look of Real Wood

If you’ve been dreaming of real hardwood floors but you’re looking for something that requires a lower level of maintenance, vinyl floors are available with the look and appeal of real wood. Vinyl with the realistic look of wood is much more versatile and easy to maintain than most flooring options. It also holds its own against spills, making it an ideal flooring solution for a high-traffic room in your home. The options available include distressed or antique wood, handcrafted wood looks, and more.

 

2.   Stone or Concrete Looks

Concrete is hands-down one of the hottest flooring looks right now and with good reason. It brings an industrial appeal to any space, creating a chic and minimalist backdrop for your home’s art and decor. Concrete restoration can be quite costly, however, and it’s hard on your back and feet. Vinyl floors can give you the appeal of concrete or stone with a greater level of comfort and easier maintenance.

3.   Stunning Geometry

Decorative patterns and bold geometric looks can add a layer of texture and pizzazz to any space. Bring a splash of color into your home with the beauty of a bold pattern. Although these more creative flooring solutions are usually associated with bathrooms or kitchens, more homeowners are choosing to use them as an accent in other spaces as well. 

Contact Our Minneapolis Flooring Installers

If you’re considering a change in your home, luxury vinyl offers a stunning way to add texture to any space without adding another chore like a higher-maintenance flooring solution. At Brenner Floors in Minneapolis, we can help you choose the best floor for the vision you have for your home.

 

Stop by our online gallery to check out examples of our vinyl floors. Speak to a member of our team at 763-595-9151 or contact us on the web for your free estimate. ]]>Floor CareFloor InstallationLuxury Vinyl FlooringBrenner Floorshttps://www.brennerfloor.com/about-us/blog/entryid/47/adding-texture-to-your-decor-with-luxury-vinylMon, 06 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT0https://www.brennerfloor.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=47