What makes you feel at home may not be the same for someone else, and when it comes to flooring, you want to choose what’s right for you and your lifestyle -- but where do you begin? We spoke to Cathy Buchanan, one of the experts at Independent Carpet One, to talk about what you should consider before changing up your flooring.

After the last year and a half we’ve had, this might be the first time in a long time that families will gather together during the holidays, and you may be feeling like your home is overdue for a fresh look.

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This article is sponsored by Independent Carpet OneThis summer, you may have noticed your floors take a beating. Our friends at Independent Carpet One have solutions, and the owner Cathy Buchanan joined us with ways keep your floors looking great all season long. Independent Carpet One does something special to make sure its customers' carpets stay looking great. The golf outing is Aug.16 and open to everybody. Independent Carpet One is located in Westland.