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Creating Balance and Comfort in Your Large Living Room
Open living rooms are often one of the most appealing features of a home.They offer flexibility for relaxing, entertaining, and everyday living, and they can make a home feel spacious, especially when living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together.At the same time, extra square footage can feel less inviting without…
Read More2026 Flooring Trends That Bring Warmth and Style to Your Home
Flooring has always influenced the atmosphere of a home, often serving as the quiet backdrop that supports your overall style. That idea is changing as more people use flooring as a central design feature that shapes the ambience of each room.This shift aligns with a broader move toward interiors that…
Read MoreLaminate Design Trends: Darker Looks and Realistic Wood Textures for 2026
Laminate flooring has come a long way from the artificial-looking floors of the 1990s. Thanks to advancements in printing technology and textured finishes, today’s laminate floors are virtually indistinguishable from real wood, offering stunning looks at an accessible price point. For 2026, the trends are leaning toward sophisticated, moody aesthetics and an almost hyper-realistic reproduction…
Read MoreSpecies Spotlight: Oak, Maple, and Walnut – Choosing the Right Hardness for High-Traffic Homes
When selecting hardwood flooring, the color and finish are important, but the single most crucial factor for longevity in a high-traffic Covina home is the wood species itself. Different wood species possess different densities, measured using the Janka Hardness Scale. This scale indicates the force required to embed a small steel ball halfway into the…
Read MoreA Simple Guide to Protecting Your Hardwood Floors from Sun and Furniture Damage
Hardwood floors are an investment in the beauty and value of your Covina home. To ensure that investment pays off for decades, proactive protection against its two most common enemies—ultraviolet (UV) rays and heavy furniture—is essential. Damage from these sources is often gradual, making it easy to miss until it’s too late. Nemeth Family Interiors…
Read MoreThe Perfect Flooring for Modern Rustic Style
There’s nothing like a home that feels deeply comforting, where every corner invites you to relax.At the same time, you can balance that warmth with refined elegance. The modern rustic aesthetic blends the clean, open lines of minimalism with the natural textures and character of farmhouse-inspired design.It’s a look that…
Read MoreThe Pet-Friendly Floor Battle: Laminate’s Scratch-Resistance vs. Hardwood’s Timeless Patina
For many homeowners in Covina and Glendora, pets are family. But dogs and cats—with their claws, accidents, and exuberant play—can be incredibly tough on floors. When choosing between laminate and hardwood for a home with pets, the “best” floor isn’t about which one is tougher, but which material offers the longevity and aesthetic you prefer.…
Read MoreWaterproof Laminate: The Game-Changer for Basements and Kitchens in Covina
For decades, the standard advice for water-prone rooms like kitchens, laundry areas, and basements was simple: avoid wood-look flooring altogether. Traditional laminate flooring, built on a wood-based fiberboard core, would swell and warp instantly if exposed to a large spill or moisture over time. But the technology has changed completely. Today, waterproof laminate is a…
Read MoreHardwood vs. Laminate: The Ultimate Covina Homeowner’s Guide
Choosing a new floor is one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your home, and here in Covina, CA, the decision often comes down to two beautiful and practical options: hardwood and laminate. For over 45 years, Nemeth Family Interiors has helped homeowners across the San Gabriel Valley weigh the pros and cons. While…
Read MoreThe Lifetime Cost: Hardwood’s Refinishing vs. Laminate’s Replacement
When shopping for flooring in the San Gabriel Valley, the initial price tag is only one part of the story. While laminate flooring is famously affordable upfront, and hardwood requires a higher investment, the true financial picture only emerges when you look at the entire lifespan of the product. At Nemeth Family Interiors, we help…
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