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When it comes to flooring options, solid hardwood stands out for its timeless beauty and natural charm. At our flooring store, we offer an extensive selection of solid hardwood flooring, allowing you to create a stunning and personalized look in your home. In this blog post, we will delve into the ...

Engineered Hardwood Flooring: The Perfect Blend of Style and DurabilityWhen it comes to choosing the right flooring for your home, engineered hardwood offers a perfect combination of style, durability, and versatility. At our O Fallon flooring store, we take pride in offering an extensive range of ...

When it comes to selecting the perfect flooring for your home, laminate and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) are two popular options that offer a combination of affordability, durability, and style. In this blog post, we will compare laminate and LVP flooring, discussing their pros and cons, and help you ...

If you’ve never painted before, updating your room with a new color may seem to be a bit of a daunting task. But there’s really nothing to worry about. Follow these 10 steps to achieve a smooth painting project with professional results.1. Remove furniturePaint is messy. No paint job runs perfectly ...

There are many different types of paint available. In any paint store, you’ll run into tons of different paint types -- latex, acrylic, oil, acrylic latex, alkyds, enamels, and may others. But you don’t have to stress yourself thinking over all these options. Buying the right paint should be simple....

What is picture framing?Picture framing happens when the cut in edges of a room look darker or lighter then the rolled in main areas. The wall has a "picture-framed" look to it. This problem tends to arise particularly when painting dark colors or using high gloss paints.Possible causes1. ...

Peeling paint is a common problem with both interior and exterior painting projects. There are many reasons why paint would peel, but in this article we'll outline the most common culprits that we see, and what you can do to fix them.Common culprits1. Inadequate prepProblems often occur when a ...

What type of caulk to useChoosing the right caulking is important. Caulks basically come in three types: silicones , acrylics , and elastomeric urethanes .The type to use depends on your job. The correct type will lead to a protected and sealed job for years to come, while the wrong choice can lead ...

Summer is finally here which means BBQ's and family fun on the deck. For many people this also means it's time to give that deck a fresh coat of stain to freshen it up and get it looking nice again. If you're going to stain your deck, you can definitely get professional results. Check out our tips ...

Hardwood flooring will easily last as long as you own your home. You just need to give them proper maintenance and care. Check out our three tips below to keep your floors lasting a lifetime, and keep them as beautiful as the day they were installed.1. Use furniture padsWhile small, everyday ...

There are many different types of paint brushes available. Choosing the right one is important to make sure your paint job goes smoothly and you get the results you want. But looking through the brush section of a paint store can be confusing. How do you make sure you choose the right one? Check ...

Paint primers: Different types of primer explainedSometimes it’s necessary to use a primer before painting and other times it’s not. Either way, each paint job is different, and when you do need to prime, choosing the correct primer will help you achieve a long lasting, problem-free paint job. ...

Blistering or bubbling paint is a common problem that occurs on both interior and exterior painting projects. Bubbles can appear either immediately after paint has dried, or a long time afterwords.In either case, the problem can be fixed, but certain steps must be taken before starting your project ...

Luxury vinyl plank, commonly referred to as LVP, is the hottest flooring item on the market right now. These are attractive, durable, waterproof products that are easy to install and cost less than real hardwood or tile. They are so popular that just about every flooring manufacturer makes them ...

Here at O' Fallon Decorating Center, we help a lot of customers select a hardwood for their home. A very common question we getasked is: Is an engineered or solid better? And the answer is -- it depends.Let's take a look at the details.What are the differences?A solid hardwood is solid all the way ...

All paints are available in a variety of sheens that range from flat to high gloss. The basic rule of thumb to go by is simple – the higher the sheen the shinier the finish and the higher the durability. To summarize, a flat paint has low to no sheen, and low durability, while a gloss would have ...