Between the sprawling homes across Marin County and the copious office buildings, there’s a lot of folks looking for cushy carpet or polished flooring. We’ve got you covered with this list of the best of the best. The 2024 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Rafael Floors (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Flooring picks see below.
Our 2024 Home & Design category sponsor is The Trono Team. View the rest of the Home & Design category here.
Architectural Design Carpets
San Rafael
The array of styles and colors found in Architectural Design Carpet’s collection of rugs is more than impressive. Whether you need to cover an entire office floor or put something cheerful in your hallway, stop by their showroom. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
1111 Francisco Blvd E #3, San Rafael, 415.458.1717
City Carpets
San Rafael
City Carpets offers a unique experience for those that prefer to do their shopping from home. Their 3D online showroom lets you see what bedroom rug you’re interested in from the comfort of your sofa. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
555 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, 415.454.4200
FI Flooring and Design
San Rafael
FI Flooring and Design has been installing the Bay Area for over 20 years, offering a wide variety of flooring picked specifically for quality. With years of successful experience and satisfied customers, FI Flooring and Design comes highly recommended for any renovation projects. The company ensures happiness for an integral part of your home.
3767 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, 415.289.0465
The Floor Store
San Rafael
From laminate flooring to natural stone tiles, the Floor Store has you covered. Stop by for a free design consultation, and their experts will give you advice on style and color while making sure whatever you choose matches your needs and lifestyle. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
523 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, 415.233.7063
Rafael Floors
San Rafael
With their wide selection of wood samples from Mullican, Mannington, Shaw and more, Rafael Floors brings some of the best in brand names to Marin. They’ve got all your trendier options like nylon carpets right alongside classic choices like bamboo flooring. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
822 Francisco Blvd W, San Rafael, 415.456.3656
Ken’s Carpets & Flooring
San Rafael
Ken’s Carpets & Flooring is part of the International Design Guild, providing high quality service and luxury products. Alongside their thousands of carpeting samples, they also have the option to let you create your own custom rug. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
1914 4th St, San Rafael, 415.454.5367
Floortex Design
Floortex Design has been in business since 1988, but it wasn’t until Rudy Hassid took over in 2008 and purchased a flooring showroom in Corte Madera that the company became the reputable hardwood flooring business that it is today. Bringing with him a team of craftsmen and installers, Hassid transformed that first showroom into a boutique, luxury flooring experience offering selections of the finest hardwood, rugs and more.
Multiple locations,
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The Trono Team
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What is important for sellers to keep in mind at this time?
Buyers are looking for turn-key homes. Does this mean you need to remodel your home? No. Instead, think PAINT! Rich, moody paint hues are in. Designers like Jake Arnold and Heidi Callier known for their rich design principles and authentic spaces are trending in design and home decor, evoking buyers to seek this in a home.
Mehnaz Khan, a color psychology specialist and principal at Color Conscious Living in Albany, New York, says, “Human beings have an innate desire for belonging.” (source: 7 Paint Colors That Make a House Sell for More Money, Brittany Anas). First impressions are everything. Be bold!
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