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Cabinet Accessories You Didn’t Know You Couldn’t Live Without

July 24, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

Whether your style is traditional, modern, or somewhere in between, when it comes to cabinets, most people don’t think about cabinet accessories. Most homeowners just think of cabinets as something you have to own to store your dishes and the only accessory options are hardware and different door styles. However, there is so much more to cabinetry! In fact, let’s take a look at some must-have cabinet accessories!

Corner Cabinets

Using a corner cabinet allows you to pick up valuable space that otherwise could go unused. This can also be an opportunity to select a door with glass to showcase serving dishes or decorative glassware. The corner of your kitchen can become a point of interest rather than a necessity.

Vanity Accessories

Often bathrooms are small spaces that need to store a lot of items! Consider using open spacing in your vanity to display rolled up towels and decor pieces. You can even unleash your inner designer and add furniture features like decorative legs or feet for your vanity.

Things to think about and ask yourself before planning for new cabinets help ensure that your cabinetry plan includes solutions that will make your life easier!

Questions to Ask Yourself:

Would your makeup or toiletries stay more organized with pull out sliding shelves?
Would a trash can or hamper, included as part of your cabinet plan, make your space feel more streamlined and organized?
Do you sit down to put on your make up where space for a chair with a vanity knee drawer would make getting ready something you could enjoy?
Would a matching framed mirror make your space feel more design-inspired?

For the Organizers

Imagine cooking in a kitchen where some of the common frustrations are solved with a little planning. Imagine all of your spices displayed and organized in a spice drawer. Imagine a cabinet designed for trays and cookie sheets so that they stay divided and upright. Imagine a trash can that opens with a gentle press from your foot for use when your hands are full. Envision all of your knives lined up with dividers to keep the blades safe. If you’re a cooking enthusiast, we’ve got the accessories to celebrate your kitchen skills as well as your kitchen tools!

Active Living

Tell us about your needs and let us find solutions to help with your lifestyle. Sharing your lifestyle with us can help us suggest solutions like raised cabinets and appliances like dishwashers for people with back issues. Whether you need something raised or lowered, our master planners can help!

Pet-Friendly Features

If you love your pets but don’t love the clutter that comes with their accessories, we’ve got toe kick drawers for storage and open bases for bowls and pet beds. Having these items stored in line with your cabinets prevents trip hazards as well as these items taking up valuable space for other items you want to see and focus on showcasing!

Decorative Designs

Do you have a love for dishes and glassware? Show them off with end displays or upper cabinet doors have decorative glass. If you don’t have a collection you want to show off, choose decorative designed doors to give your kitchen a designer look and feel.

At ICC Floors Plus, we are proud to carry Wellborn and Shrock cabinetry. Schrock is a semi-custom line known for its designer-inspired colors, intelligent storage, and style. Wellborn has cabinetry and storage solutions to help you maximize your total home living space.

Our on-staff designers are here to help make your cabinet dreams a reality. Please click to see our work or to schedule a cabinet design consultation. We look forward to working with you!

Why Install a Kitchen Backsplash

July 14, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

Don’t forget the backsplash! Whether you’re completely renovating or simply sprucing up your kitchen, it’s important to install a backsplash for several reasons.

Installing a backsplash has many benefits. It can be great for both utility and style. Should you install a backsplash in your kitchen? Take a look below!

Protects Your Kitchen Walls

The main function of a backsplash is to protect your kitchen walls from damage. Yes, it serves as a shield from water, cooking oil and other types of materials that can ruin your walls. Painted and wallpapered walls aren’t resistant to stains and they can be difficult to clean. After long periods, if they are not protected the walls can begin to look dingy.

Backsplashes make the space easier to clean. Splatters can be quickly cleaned by simply using a disinfectant and wiping the area with a clean cloth. Depending upon the type of backsplash you install it can be resistant to heat, stains and moisture which adds to its longevity.

Backsplashes are a great way to add your personality to your kitchen. They are also great for breathing life into a plainly designed kitchen.

Adds Great Style

Whether you choose a mosaic pattern, glass tile or traditional tile, there are an abundance of backsplash options available to meet your style and budget needs. If you’re going to protect your walls with tile, why not have it add a design element at the same time?

When planning your backsplash design, we realize it can be overwhelming. That’s what we are here for! We encourage you to get outside the box with your thinking before you finalize your selection.

Things to consider

Do you want your backsplash to blend or be a contrast to your kitchen countertops? Do you want your backsplash to stand out or fade into the background? Do you want a patterned tile or something plain and simple? Do you want your backsplash to cover the areas between the lower and upper cabinets or is there an opportunity for more coverage or design?

Get inspired

Take a look at our website and see our work to get some ideas. Browse our tile catalog on our website to look at products. Visit our Pinterest page to get some inspiration.

If you’re interested in dressing up your kitchen by adding a tasteful backsplash contact us today. Our consultants can assist you in choosing the right design for your kitchen.

We’re Changing Our Name!

July 6, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

We are changing our name, but not our service commitment to you! If you’re a long time customer of ours, you might recall that we’ve changed our name before. However, we felt it was time for a name change to reflect the evolution of our business.

“The strength of a business lies in its ability to continuously evolve.” – Mark Wardell

The decision to change our name from ICC Home to ICC Floors Plus is to emphasize that flooring has been our identity and our foundation for more than twenty years. The “plus” shows that we recognize the importance of providing those essential and complementary products: cabinets, countertops, and paint for a complete home shopping experience.

You can count on us to still be the one-stop-shop for everything you need. We will continue to be lifestyle-focused so that we can provide you countertops you serve meals on and cabinets you store Grandma’s china. All while keeping our finger on the pulse of what’s trending in the marketplace.

We still believe in providing a professional yet relaxed atmosphere where we will showcase the highest quality products at honest prices with the best people in the business.

You, the customer, are still our number one priority. We promise to deliver the best possible service, from when you first walk through the door until your project is complete.

“We thought re-branding was so much fun the first time that we’d do it again!” says Blake Powell, our Director of Marketing and Training.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment here or contact us on our website. We look forward to serving you with our new name and our same values you’ve come to expect from us! Click here to find the location closest to you.

Kitchen Remodel Ideas

June 23, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

To help you take on your next remodeling project, we have created ten tips for a kitchen remodel. Let’s get started!

Kitchen Remodel Ideas:

Wide Walkways.
Narrow walkways can cause a newly remodeled space to feel tight or out of date. Before finalizing your remodeling plans, be sure to discuss adding wide walkways into their kitchen. The wide walkways will give you more room to move around and work throughout the kitchen.
The Right Height.
A lot of times, homeowners will place their appliances wherever it looks best rather than taking function and proper layout into consideration. For example, to ensure you have the best kitchen for YOUR family and YOUR lifestyle, you want to place your microwave and double ovens at the right height for you. If you are shorter or taller, this will adjust depending on your preferences.
Do Not Cut Corners.
Corner cabinets can be a tricky topic, because they tend to have difficulties opening when another cabinet is open. Before ruling them out, let’s talk corners and find you a solution!
A Purpose-Filled Island.
Islands are terrific place to add a must-needed feature in your home without wasting space. If you are in need of an extra sink or even storage, your island can come in handy. Be sure to incorporate these essential features into your island for maximum functionality.
Count on Counters.
During a remodel, you want to make sure that you buy a solid countertop. You want to choose one that is easy to maintain and fits your cooking needs. Be sure to discuss the different options before you settle on one.
One Less Trip.
If you have extra money in your budget or you consider yourself a home chef, you may want to consider adding a pot filler near your stovetop. It doesn’t seem like much, but saving an extra trip to the sink with a heavy pot can be a real luxury!
Chalk It Up To A Fantastic Idea.
Chalkboard accents are a stylish and functional option. They are the perfect solution for busy homeowners who need a place to write their grocery list. They also make for a great kid distraction while you are cooking dinner. Some would argue that chalkboards are no longer in style, but we say function first!
Get Plugged In.
Take a look at the amount of outlets you currently have in your kitchen. If you feel like you could use more, now is the time to get some more added. Extra outlets will come in handy more often than you think! If you can’t add more outlets, switch out your existing outlets for newer ones that include USB ports alongside the plugs.
Small Spaces = Soft Shades.
If you have a small kitchen, expert designers recommend sticking with soft shades. Darker shades tend to make the room feel smaller.
The Main Event.
Just like in any room, you want to create a focal point. Whatever your point of interest may be, try to make a statement that reflects your family and your style!

Whether you are starting from the beginning and need step-by-step guidance or know exactly what you need, ICC Home’s new showroom will give you a quick, efficient, and joyful shopping experience. Our new showroom will help ensure a smooth transition between design projects. You will not have to worry about miscommunication and delays with different contractors because it will all be serviced by our team. From cabinet vignettes to countertops to flooring, all of our products work together in order to show you different styles and design trends in the industry.

How to Style Throw Pillows Like a Pro

June 18, 2020 by iccfloors 1 Comment

From vibrant, bold hues to jazzy patterns, throw pillows are a fabulous way to accent or spice up a bed or sofa. Whether you are decorating the couch in the living room or the bed in the master bedroom, putting together the right combination of throw pillows can be much harder than it looks. In fact, mixing patterns and colors can be considered an art. Here are some secrets for styling throw pillows like a professional:

Don’t Make This Mistake

Perhaps, the biggest mistake that homeowners make when selecting throw pillows is playing it too safe. The great thing about accent pillows is that they are typically used sparingly, which means that you have room to play around with pattern and color without overwhelming the space. As the largest piece of furniture in the room, the sofa or bed is usually a neutral color. Using neutral colored throw pillows will create a whitewashed effect. Take a chance with your creativity and choose colorful or designed accent pillows for a beautiful look.

Meshing Throw Pillows With Your Decor

Are you worried that a specific throw pillow will not work well with your room’s decor? Vibrant colors and patterns work well in any space as long as it harmonizes with something else in the room such as a piece of artwork, the rug, or even a chair. A throw pillow can look out of place in a space if it does not match well with anything in the room. Create a cohesive look by seeking inspiration from another element in the room.

The Secret to Mixing Patterns

The key to tastefully mixing patterns is finding a common link between the patterns. Different patterns can look great together when they use a similar color or tone. Solid colored throw pillows mesh well with both large and small scaled patterns. Mixing solid throw pillows with patterns creates a balanced yet playful look. Avoid mixing more than three different patterns together in one setting.

Where Should You Place Throw Pillows?

So where is the best spot for throw pillows? This largely depends on the set up of the sofa or the bed. Most designers will recommend placing throw pillows at the end or the corners of the seating area or bed. For a large couch or bed, you would want two throw pillows at both opposite ends. Leaving the midsection provides ample room for sitting or laying down. For more expert advice, be sure to check back weekly!

Tips for Homeowners with Pets

June 10, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

We love our furry, little friends, but sometimes they can make quite the mess in our homes. As much as we vacuum and scrub, there may be some residue leftover after we clean. To tackle pet hair and dirt, we have created the ultimate pet cleaning list. You can successfully remove odors and stains with these quick and easy tips!

Five Tips for Homeowners with Pets:

Tip No. One: Unmark Their Territory.

Sometimes our pets will mark their territory inside of our homes. Fight back by spraying the area with a natural mixture of eucalyptus (essential oil) and warm water. This will deter them from marking their territory in that area again and will add a new fresh scent.

Tip No. Two: Clean Their Chew Toys.

Our pups do not have a care in the world, but we should care about their health. Make sure you clean their toys at least once a month to remove all germs and bacteria. Load the non-fabric toys into your dishwasher with one tablespoon of baking soda. Let the toys run through a cycle in your dishwasher then set them aside to dry. For your fabric toys, place them inside of your washing machine with a sprinkle of baking soda. Let the cycle run on the lowest setting possible for your washing machine them sit them out to dry naturally.

Tip No. Three: Get Their Claws Off.

If your animal loves to shred things, take a couple of drops of lavender/rosemary essential oil (cats) or cinnamon/lemon essential oils (dogs) to deter them from clawing your stuff.

Tip No. Four: Wash Their Beds.

Your pets’ beds can begin creating an odor in your home. You want to wash their beds as frequently as you wash your own sheets. Throw their dog bed in the washing machine with mild detergent.

Tip No. Five: Brush Them Outside.

A way to avoid them shedding inside of your house is to take them outside. Brush them off outside, and they will not get the leftover hairs on your stuff.

We hope you enjoyed these tips for your furry friend. Let us know what you think in the comment section.

Disclaimer: Please use common sense when spraying anything on any floor, fabric or surface!