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How to Choose a Carpet for Allergies

Carpet flooring | Design Waterville

At Design Waterville, we love the feeling of plush carpet underfoot. Every step cushions and soothes, providing comfort for all. For many people with allergies, though, wall-to-wall carpeting might seem anything but comfortable. However, the right carpet can actually trap dust, dander, and other allergens, removing them from the air.…

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Choosing the Best Rug for Your Dining Room

Dining room carpet flooring | Design Waterville

Area rugs can spruce up any room, especially if you have hardwood or any other type of hard surface flooring. They add a personal touch of character and can tie into any interior design concept. Ever looked at your dining room and felt that something was missing or that the…

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What Your Style Says About You

Carpet flooring | Design Waterville

From rustic hardwood to plush, luxurious carpet, every homeowner has their favorite surfaces and textures. The flooring we choose plays a foundational role within our preferred design scheme, which represents another way we personalize our favorite rooms. Whether you prefer to follow traditional design cues or customize each room to…

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Flooring to Cool Your Home

Tile flooring | Design Waterville

With record high temperatures peaking around the nation this summer, homeowners everywhere are looking for effective, energy-efficient solutions that can help keep the cool indoors. In addition to evaluating your windows and the weather strips in your doorways, did you know that your flooring choices can contribute to keeping the…

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10 Outdoor Rugs You’ll Love

Area rug | Design Waterville

The sun is out and we’re approaching the official start to summer…and what a year it’s been! Here at Design Waterville, we can’t think of a better time to spruce up that outdoor space and start taking advantage of the beautifully warm weather.Whether you have a small space or a…

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How to Pick the Perfect Rug for Your Bedroom

Carpet flooring | Design Waterville

Area rugs are a wonderfully easy way to give any room a complete makeover without breaking the bank or taking up any unnecessary time on your well-deserved weekends. Area rugs are not just about looks; they also help to keep the room warm and cozy during the winter months, protect…

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How to Plan the Ultimate Staycation

Happy family | Design Waterville

We’re all probably dreaming of a trip to Europe or the Caribbean. Sometimes, however, travel just isn’t in the cards. Fortunately, you can still enjoy the arrival of warm weather and have fun with your family by turning your home into a staycation destination. Here at Design Waterville, we have…

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4 Ways You’re Damaging Your Hardwood

Hardwood flooring | Design Waterville

With proper care and maintenance, your hardwood flooring will remain beautiful and serve your home for decades. It will also improve your home’s resale value.We know that our floors are prone to spills, drops, and scratches. These should be avoided at all costs. However, there are some other ways you…

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Preparing Your Home for Spring

Hardwood flooring | Design Waterville

Spring is a beautiful time—and for many, it’s the best season! As new life abounds and flowers bloom, it’s only natural that we want to take a few moments to spruce up our home as well—hence, the term “spring cleaning.’ Not only does spring cleaning get us in the spirit…

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Best Types of Hardwood Flooring for Families

Hardwood flooring | Design Waterville

For premium natural beauty and incredible resale value for your home, nothing compares to the gorgeous texture and timeless durability of hardwood flooring. In fact, realtors stated in the National Wood Flooring Association’s 2017 Remodeling Impact Report that installing new wood floors in the home recovers sellers an amazing 91…

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