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There are many quotes that advise us “Don’t look back!” or “Never look back.” Well today, we are, in fact, going back!

We’re going back to the time when the newly married Amanda and Dennis Kilgore of Columbia stared at their “very 1990s” beige and carpeted flooring in their town house and thought “Wouldn’t it be great if we could afford new floors?

Luckily dreams do come true, and the Kilgores were the winners of our first ever Spring Flooring Contest, which gave them $2,500 for new flooring toward their home.

To give you an idea of how excited they were for a change, we’re going to show you a couple before pictures from their home.

So what new flooring did the Kilgores choose and how did they feel about the process?

Thanks to some consultation from flooring expert Paul Allen, who has 30 years of industry experience and serves as a District Manager for Next Day Floors, the couple decided on CoreTec Plus Kingswood Oak 7″x48″ flooring in their first-floor kitchen and living room.

For those unfamiliar with CoreTec flooring, we’re going to share with you some of its benefits.

• Waterproof
• Resembles traditional hardwood
• Enhances a home’s resale value
• Affordable price point
• Easy to maintain
• Cork backing makes the floors more sound proof
• Extremely durable
• Popular choice of homebuilders and architects

“This is one of the fastest-growing products in the industry because it’s waterproof,” Paul shared with the couple. “Its performance in the home is excellent. It’s low maintenance and virtually indestructible.”

So what did the Kilgores think?

Amanda was at work during the installation, but when she saw her new flooring, she said, “I thought it looked really, really good.” Dennis said the Next Day Floors crew removed all the old flooring, which included a surprise layer of linoleum, and moved the necessary furniture. They showed up on time and completed the work in a timely manner.

“They were awesome,”  Dennis said. “I think they did a really good job.”

Ready to take a look? As you can see, even the Kilgore’s cat, Barnacle, thinks the floors are the cat’s meow.

Ready for new floors of your own? Visit one of our six Maryland showrooms or give us a call at 1-800-916-6112.

Want a chance to win new floors for your home this summer? Enter our $2,500 Summer Flooring Sweepstakes.

When Barbara L. was researching companies to install hardwood flooring in her living room a little over a year ago, she had never even heard of Next Day Floors. Today, she would give them a “10” in every category and has already recommended them to a friend.

Here’s her story

Barbara has lived in her Howard County home for 26 years and was ready to update and refresh her flooring. She was specifically interested in hardwood flooring for the living room and a hallway entranceway.

As she and a friend checked out area flooring stores, her friend did a quick Internet search and discovered Next Day Floors. Barbara had never heard of the Maryland flooring company, which has six showrooms across the state.

After a visit to Next Day Floors’ Woodlawn location, Barbara said there was “just something about Next Day Floors” that motivated her to talk to them more and have them come out and measure.

Having done her research, Barbara knew the ballpark price for installation of both hardwood and carpet. She also knew she wanted a company that would provide skilled workmanship and great customer service when it came to carefully moving her furniture and keeping her home as clean as possible throughout the duration of what she had heard could be a messy process.

Next Day Floors offered Barbara a very good price and, after a little tweaking, they had a deal. A Next Day Floors manager used the phrase “under promise and over deliver,” which really struck a chord with Barbara because of her customer service background.

While Barbara was dreading emptying out her china closet and other preparation for the new hardwood flooring she selected for her living room, she said, “it wasn’t as bad as I expected, and “I can tell you it was worth every trip up and down those steps.”

Adam’s Crew

Barbara was pleased to learn that Next Day Floors was going to send a crew that specifically installs hardwood floors to work on her living room. She learned she would be working with a young man named Adam, and his team.

“I tell ya, I could do an infomercial on those guys because Adam and his crew were just fabulous,” Barbara said. “They told me to prepare for a mess and three to four days of work. The first day was eight hours and the second day was four hours. They did a fabulous job of moving and getting things back in place and cleaning up what they could. They were just absolutely wonderful.”

In addition to hardwood flooring, Barbara also had carpeting installed in areas of her home such as the guest bedroom as well as her master bedroom and office. She selected a neutral color pattern throughout her home.

When it was all said and done

On a scale of 1 to 10, Barbara said she would rate her experience with Next Day Floors as a 10, and would recommend them to anyone.

Why?

She said for one, she received a quality product for a very fair price. Second, she was very happy with the customer service and attention to detail from employees.

“I can’t say enough good things about them – from the way they carefully moved furniture and didn’t bang the walls, to workmanship,” Barbara said. “Everybody who comes in here, my friends and family, just love what I picked out in terms of the flooring itself and my carpeting.”

Barbara’s feedback to the Next Day Floors manager was to tell him, “Everything you told me was reality, thank you so much and thank you for sending me that good crew.” Barbara knows her review sounds glowing, which is why she emphasizes, “I’m not just saying this; I don’t say stuff I don’t mean. I was just so pleased – I would certainly give them a 10 in every area.”

Columbia, MD residents Amanda and Dennis Kilgore have an extra spring in their step this season. That’s because Amanda is the winner of our first-ever Spring Flooring Contest!

Our contest ran March 1-31 and with 3,169 entries from residents across Maryland, it was a great success! We chose a random winner to receive $2,500 toward the flooring of their choice.

“This is great timing,” Amanda said during a recent visit to our Columbia, MD Next Day Floors showroom to discuss the contest. She and her husband, who have been married for just over a year, recently purchased a town home in Columbia and are eager to make some needed updates.

“The story of our house is beige and brass,” quipped Dennis, when asked to describe their three-bedroom home located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. “I would say it needs moderate cosmetic updates.”

Amanda, a 25-year-old teacher, and Dennis, a 27-year-old software developer, are originally from Florida, but were drawn to Maryland’s economy and work opportunities. They have lived in Columbia with their two feline companions, Barnacle, 6, and the somewhat-shy, Spectre, 4, for the past four years.

While Dennis is a self-proclaimed nerd interested in PC gaming and comic books, Amanda admits to being a bit clumsy – a factor that will come into play as the couple decides on which flooring to select for their home.

“The three things we’re interested in talking about is the cost of the flooring, what it’s going to look like depending on what we choose, and how I’m going to destroy it,” joked Amanda. “We were in the house only one day and I spilled Diet Coke all over the couch.”

Fortunately for the couple, they were in good hands as they consulted with Next Day Floors District Manager Paul Allen, who has more than 30 years of experience in the flooring industry.

“I don’t know anything about floors,” said Amanda. “ I have watched some Youtube videos since winning this contest since I know eventually we’ll have to make a decision.”

Currently, Amanda is leaning toward hardwood flooring and Dennis has his sights set on laminate. The cats remain undecided – but hope the flooring will be resistant to water bowl spills and kitty claws. The couple’s first priority is the whole first floor of their home, which currently features the original builder’s-grade tile.

Interested in learning what flooring Amanda and Dennis choose? Subscribe to our blog and stay tuned for our next post on the couple, featuring before and after photos. If you’re interested in flooring for your home, visit one of our six Maryland showrooms or give us a call at 1-800-916-6112.

This month, one lucky winner will receive $2,500 worth of flooring! Next Day Floors’ flooring options will bring new style and functionality into your space – just in time for Spring! If you’re considering the switch to new hardwood, carpet, laminate or luxury vinyl tile, now’s the time to enter.

Today and every day this month, earn entries to win our $2,500 prize applicable towards Next Day Floors flooring of your choice (see Official Rules below). Start earning entries today!

Step Into Spring Flooring Giveaway

Official Rules
The Next Day Floors “$2,500 Step Into Spring Flooring Giveaway” is open only to permanent legal U.S. residents of Maryland residing in the Baltimore Metro Area. Void in all other geographic locations. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Contest Period for Prize runs from 12:00 a.m. (EST) Tuesday, March 1, 2016 through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 31, 2016. One entry per household per day on NextDayFloors.net. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Must be able to accept award in person at one of Next Day Floors’ six Baltimore area showrooms. By entering, all entrants agree to the Official Rules.

For giveaway questions, please email social.media@nextdayfloors.net.

With the Blizzard of 2016 upon us, we thought we would share some tips/reminders on how to protect your floors from the water, snow and salt. However, we know you have a lot going on in addition to maintaining the integrity of your floors, so we’re passing on 4 additional tips to help you survive the predicted 2 feet of snow coming our way.

1. Winterize your floors

Standing water, salt and snow are all hazards to your flooring. The best defense is a good offense, so we recommend two floor mats at your entrance way – one on which to wipe your shoes and the other as a place to step once you remove your footwear. When either of these mats becomes wet, it’s important to exchange them for a dry one as soon as possible.
Left untreated, these flooring hazards can cause warping, dull the varnish and cause scratching and abrasion as well as additional damage.

We also recommend that you create a watertight place to store your wet footwear near the entranceway. In a pinch? Use the plastic bottom of a dish drying rack, a thick trash bag or an ice tub.

Don’t forget the pets! We know you love them, but pups are also capable of tracking salt and water across your floors. Train your pet to wait by the door until you have a chance to wipe his or her paws. Keep a stack of soft towels and some treats by the door.
Uh-oh, see dried salt on your floor? Sparingly mix a few ounces of white vinegar in a gallon of water and dampen a soft cloth with the mixture. Wipe over the area until the white salt streaks disappear. Follow by drying with a soft cloth.

Whew! Now that your floors are adequately protected, here are some other tips to help you enjoy the winter weather with your family.

2. Activities to do with the children

Looking for cool ways to keep the children entertained? Here are three fun ideas.

• Make homemade soft pretzels
• Make homemade snow globes
• Create snow artwork – Fill a squirt bottle with water and food coloring and let the children spray artwork in the snow.

3. Three slow cooker recipes to keep you toasty on the inside

• Chicken Pot Pie
• Corn Chowder
• Mac-and-Cheese

4. Check out one of these Top Movies of 2015

According to the popular site, Rotten Tomatoes, these are the three most popular movies of 2015.

• Mad Max: Fury Road
• Inside Out
• Selma

5. Get organized

Being organized can certainly help make life easier. Why not use this time to clean out a closet or two? Even if you walk through your house for just one hour collecting no-longer-used items in a garbage bag, it can make a difference! Be sure to donate the items you collect to a good cause.
Looking for a great way to organize all the hats, scarves and gloves your family members are wearing? We like some of these great ideas found on Pinterest.

Alright, now you’re all set! Happy snow day!

Baltimore flooring company Next Day Floors has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2015.

“We are honored to once again win this award,” said Next Day Floors President Maureen Anderson. “It really speaks to our willingness to go the extra mile to ensure all customers are completely satisfied throughout the entire floor shopping and installation experience.”

“Only about 5 percent of the flooring companies in the Baltimore region have performed so consistently well enough to earn our Super Service Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a really high standard.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award 2015 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.

Thank you for making Next Day Floors one of the top flooring companies in Baltimore. We always enjoy hearing from our customers regarding the service we provide. Contact us to let us know how we did!

Angie’s List helps facilitate happy transactions between more than three million consumers nationwide and its collection of highly rated service providers in more than 720 categories of service, ranging from home improvement to health care. Built on a foundation of more than 10 million verified reviews of local service, Angie’s List connects consumers directly to its online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers, and offers unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals.

Next Day Floors was on the go recently as we headed to Baltimore’s Canton neighborhood to film a commercial about our Mohawk SmartStrand Carpet. We chose to film at Canton Crossing Wine and Spirits, not just because wine is one of the most challenging stains to remove from carpet, but because it’s local and so are we.

Next Day Floors got its start in 1960 in Glen Burnie as Bill’s Carpet Fair. We are the same company with a new name and have been going strong for 55 years, offering six store locations across Maryland. Many of our employees have been working with us for more than 20 years. Our current president, Maureen Anderson, has been with us for 38 years!

With so many local connections, we wanted to highlight our Baltimore roots by filming out and about in the community we serve.

Don’t let a spill stop your next party. Check out the quality brands we offer. Also, be sure to check out our Mohawk commercial below to see the amazing stain removal process!