Sheers & Shadings
Transform light and provide UV protection for your furniture and artwork with innovative, light-diffusing Hunter Douglas sheers and shadings.
Cellular Honeycomb Shades
Hunter Douglas' cellular honeycomb shades offer superior energy efficiency, helping to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
Roman Shades
Hunter Douglas Roman shades combine the soft look of fabric folds with the operating ease and convenience of a traditional shade, stacking smoothly and evenly when raised.
Roller & Solar Shades
Simple, classic and elegant, Hunter Douglas roller shades and solar screen shades offer a clean, contemporary look at the window.
Woven Woods
Hunter Douglas' Woven Wood shades add warmth and character to your space with materials that pay homage to unique textures found in nature.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas' shutters are available in long-lasting materials and elevated finishes and can be made to fit a variety of windows, including specialty shapes and sliding-glass doors.
Vertical Blinds
The ideal choice for sliding-glass doors or large windows, Hunter Douglas custom vertical blinds are designed in a range of materials, including vinyl, fabric and aluminum.
Wood & Metal Blinds
Rustic. Traditional. Classic. Hunter Douglas provides only the finest wood, faux wood and aluminum horizontal blinds, all available in numerous colors, textures and slat sizes.
Side Panels & Drapery
Complete your look with Hunter Douglas side panels and drapery. Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics.
PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
New Hunter Douglas Products
Learn about new Hunter Douglas products and features.
Transform Your Home with Light
Innovative window treatment designs by Hunter Douglas transform the natural light in your home to create the perfect ambiance, whatever the moment.
Video Gallery
See Hunter Douglas videos and learn about the benefits of various types of window treatments.
The Hunter Douglas Right Choice Promise
As a Hunter Douglas Gallery dealer, we offer the Gallery-exclusive Hunter Douglas Right Choice Promise® to you: Try out your new window coverings in your home and exchange them if you are not completely satisfied.
Flooring
We offer a large selection of flooring options for your home.
Kitchens
Update your kitchen's look and increase comfort.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Paint
We offer a wide selection of top-quality paint, primers and stains.
Interior Design Consultations
We can help you create your dream interior.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
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Bathroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and moisture-resistance.
Bedroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and room darkening.
Home Office
See window covering solutions for light filtering and glare control.
Kitchen
See window covering solutions for a variety of needs and kitchen styles.
Living Room
See window covering solutions for light filtering and UV protection.
Media Room
See room darkening window treatments for your media room.
Nursery & Kids Room
See child-safe window coverings for baby nurseries and kids rooms
Angled Windows
See blinds and shades for angled, sloped, and triangle-shaped windows.
Arched Windows
See blinds and shades for arched, half-circle or half-moon windows.
Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
See blinds and shades for bay, bow and corner windows.
French Doors
See shutters, blinds and shades for French Doors.
Sidelights
See blinds and shades for sidelight windows.
Sliding Glass Doors
See blinds and shades for patio and sliding-glass doors.
Skylights
See blinds and shades specifically suited for skylights.
Automated
See all options for automated blinds and shades.
Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
See blinds and shades that help save energy at the window.
Light Filtering
See blinds and shades for light filtering and UV protection.
Child and Pet-Friendly
See blinds and shades that are safer for children and pets.
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Adding New Flooring to Homes
As we transition into a new season, you may be ready to give your home an upgrade. In particular, you may notice that your trusty floors are looking a little, well…aged. Don’t get us wrong, our home’s first flooring has let us walk, dance, and even play throughout the years for memories that always make us smile. However, giving your floors an upgrade allows you to make more memories while bringing your home into the 21st century. That is why we are here to discuss a variety of flooring options for you to choose from, including wood flooring, carpeting, and laminate. Read on to find your match!
Option 1: Authentic Wood Flooring
Adding new flooring means a lot of things to a lot of people. It can mean giving your dining room a luxurious upgrade. Or, it can mean complementing the warm tones of the walls in your home. Whatever your goal is, authentic wood flooring is a stunning addition to any home. Hardwood floors are also known for their durability, which means you can enjoy these floors for years to come. In terms of maintenance, wood flooring only requires an occasional vacuum job or sweep. With this in mind, wood flooring is excellent for homes with spill-prone children or pets.
When it comes to cost, it should be known that wood flooring is often an expensive option that can require refinishing to keep its luster. Wood flooring also increases the acoustics in your home. This means that music, voices, and footsteps will be more noticeable if your home lacks any soft upholstery or rugs. By analyzing the different aspects of wood flooring, you can decide if this is the best option for you.
Option 2: Carpeting
If you want a classic floor type that offers a variety of benefits, then adding new flooring begins and ends with carpeting. Carpeting is a relatively inexpensive flooring option, which makes it great for homes that are hoping to stay on a budget. Opposite of wood flooring, carpeting improves the acoustics of your home thanks to its noise-absorption capabilities. This reduces echoes, footsteps, and more, making it perfect for homes that want some peace and quiet. Carpeting also tends to hide dirt better than tile, wood floors, or laminate floors, so you can get by vacuuming it every so often.
It should be noted that carpeting usually shows wear and tear sooner than other flooring options. Carpeted floors also absorb stains quickly and can stubbornly hold on to them. If regular maintenance is not on your wish list for flooring, then carpeting may not be your cup of tea.
Option 3: Laminate Flooring
If you want an inexpensive flooring option that boasts a clean look and low maintenance, then laminate flooring is the best option when it comes to adding new flooring to homes. Laminate floors are often inexpensive but boast the appearance, warmth, and beauty of hardwood floors depending on what style you get. Additionally, laminate flooring is stain-resistant and easy to clean. This makes it a great option for homes with pets or small children.
Laminate flooring can potentially increase the acoustics of the rooms they are placed in, so this is something to consider if you do not want any current sounds in your home amplified.
Conclusion
To learn more about the best types of flooring for homes, be sure to contact or visit us today at Ed’s Paint and Decorating. We are located in Lexington, South Carolina, and proudly serve Lexington, Columbia, Chapin, Irmo, and West Columbia, South Carolina.