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Kitchen Makeovers Start from the Floor
Published: October 5, 2026 Table of Contents Why does the floor change the way the whole kitchen looks? Should you choose kitchen flooring before paint and countertops? A beautiful kitchen floor still has to survive the kitchen What if your kitchen opens into the family room? Do the floors go in before or after the…
Read MoreWhy Do Floor Planks Separate?
Published: September 24, 2026 Table of Contents Are gaps in hardwood floors normal? Why can LVP or laminate planks separate? Can an uneven subfloor make planks pull apart? What should you check before trying to repair a gap? Should you fill gaps between floor planks yourself? Can you prevent floor planks from separating? When should…
Read MoreWhat Does Warehouse Pricing Mean When You Buy Flooring?
Updated: September 11, 2026 Table of Contents What do we mean by warehouse pricing? Is warehouse pricing the same thing as cheap flooring? How should you compare our price with a big-box flooring quote? What’re you paying for besides the flooring itself? Can you still finance flooring bought at warehouse pricing? Why we still believe…
Read MoreWhat Is the Best Flooring for a Kitchen?
Last Updated: September 17, 2026 Table of Contents What should kitchen flooring handle every day? Is LVP a good choice for kitchens? When does tile make more sense? Can laminate flooring go in a kitchen? What about hardwood in the kitchen? Which kitchen flooring is easiest to clean with kids and pets? Should the kitchen…
Read MoreShag Carpet Is Making a Comeback
When you hear “shag carpet,” you may picture wall-to-wall flooring from decades ago. Today, the comeback looks different. We are seeing shag return mainly through area rugs. That gives you a simple way to add softness, warmth, and texture without covering the hardwood, LVP, laminate, or tile you already enjoy. A shag area rug can…
Read MoreCarpet Colors That Photograph Well for Listings
When buyers first see a home online, flooring can shape their impression before they ever schedule a showing. Worn, stained, dark, or highly personalized carpet can make a room feel dated. A well-chosen neutral carpet can help the same space look brighter, cleaner, and more move-in ready. We help Greater Indianapolis realtors and sellers choose…
Read MoreHow to Pair Laminate Flooring and Paint Colors for a Modern Look
Choosing laminate flooring is only part of creating a room that feels finished. Your floor, walls, trim, cabinets, furniture, and lighting all need to work together. We help Greater Indianapolis homeowners, sellers, and realtors compare laminate samples in the actual home because colors can look very different under showroom lighting or on a computer screen.…
Read MoreHow to Coordinate Flooring With Other Contractors Before Listing a Home
When you are planning new flooring during a home renovation or listing preparation project, timing matters. Flooring often has to fit around other work happening in the home, such as cabinets, drywall, painting, windows, trim, repairs, cleaning, staging, or moving. At Tish Flooring, we help make the flooring portion of that larger timeline feel easier…
Read MoreWhy Realtors Trust Tish Flooring
When a realtor recommends a flooring company, they are doing more than sharing a name. They are trusting that company with part of their client relationship. At Tish Flooring, we understand how important that trust is. Realtors need flooring guidance that is practical, timely, and easy for both agents and clients to understand. Whether a…
Read MoreLVP vs. Laminate: Which Flooring is Right for Your Home?
Choosing new flooring can feel simple at first. Then you start comparing materials, colors, durability, water resistance, installation needs, and cost, and suddenly the decision feels a lot bigger. For many Indianapolis-area homeowners, two of the most popular options are luxury vinyl plank flooring and laminate flooring. Both can give you the look of hardwood…
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