From Unsightly Shag to Fabulous Frieze!

Yesterday we took you back to the trends of the seventies with bold linoleum floors and shag carpet. Today we are going to show you how those types of floors are still relevant today (believe it or not!).

Frieze carpet is the modern-day shag carpet and is quickly rising in popularity. Frieze is durable and the unique shaggy look of the carpet actually contributes to its durability. You might not know that the strongest part of a strand of carpet is the side of the strand. When a fiber is standing straight up (like on most carpet you see) the impact of foot traffic occurs directly on top; when you have a frieze this impact occurs on the side which helps the carpet withstand wear. If you aren’t ready to commit to an entire room of frieze carpet a great alternative is a frieze area rug.

One of our favorite friezes is from the Tuftex Collection by Shaw

Another floor we looked at yesterday was linoleum floor made from vinyl. Let me tell you, vinyl has come a longggg way. One of the best products on the market is luxury vinyl tile such as Alterna Tile by Armstrong. In the seventies vinyl v was loud and colorful, these days vinyl is made to look exactly like tile or hardwood. It really is incredible! Luxury vinyl tile is softer than ceramic tile, stands up to pets and spills, and is made to last. Luxury vinyl tile won’t be damaged by water or moisture, which makes it a perfect choice for a kitchen or bathroom.

One great option in luxury vinyl tile is Alterna by Armstrong Cuarzo in Pearl Gray

Vinyl and shag have changed so much in the past 40 years and we are loving these new trends! Visit our Champion Floors locations in Schertz or Universal City to see these and other great products.