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How Can I Use Flooring to Make My Miami Home Appear Larger?
One of the most powerful design tools available to a homeowner is the ability to manipulate perception. If you are dealing with a small room, a narrow hallway, or an apartment with limited square footage, the flooring you choose and how it is installed can be the single most effective way to create the illusion…
Read MoreLight & Airy Interior Design Trends 2026 for Fort Lauderdale & Miami Homes
In Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and throughout South Florida, our homes are designed to embrace the sun, sea, and sky. The quintessential Florida lifestyle demands interiors that feel open, refreshing, and deeply connected to our stunning natural surroundings. As we look ahead to 2026, the dominant interior design trends are unequivocally focused on cultivating a “light…
Read MoreTop Trending Laminate Flooring Colors of 2026
Laminate flooring offers homeowners the ultimate flexibility to tap into the latest design aesthetics without the high cost of custom hardwood. 2026 is the year of warm, earthy and neutral floor color tones. 2026 laminate flooring color trends are moving decisively away from the cool, stark gray of the past decade, and moving towards a…
Read MoreThe Importance of Sealing Porous Flooring
When selecting a hard surface floor, the term porous flooring refers to any material that has microscopic holes or spaces in its composition that allow liquids, air, and other substances to penetrate the surface. Not only are these pores the key to the material’s unique character, but they are also its greatest vulnerability in a…
Read MoreHow to Use Tile-Look Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is famous for its hyper-realistic wood visuals, but modern manufacturing has also perfected the art of creating stunning, durable tile-look laminate flooring. We love how this option allows homeowners to achieve the high-end look of stone, ceramic, or concrete tile without the associated coldness, hardness, complex installation, or heavy price tag. If you…
Read MoreThe Best Wood-Look Waterproof Flooring for South Florida Homes
In a region like South Florida, with its high humidity, occasional downpours, and frequent pool parties, the perfect flooring needs to do two things: look beautiful and stand up to moisture. For years, homeowners had to choose between the aesthetic of wood and the practicality of tile or vinyl. Today’s South Florida homeowners have more…
Read MoreThe Enduring Beauty of Tile: A Timeless Flooring Solution for South Florida Homes
Dolphin Carpet & Tile has been the trusted local expert in South Florida, helping countless homeowners and businesses select flooring that not only looks beautiful but stands the test of time. Among the myriad of choices, one material consistently embodies both enduring beauty and unparalleled suitability for our unique climate: tile. From the historic homes…
Read MoreCreative Laminate Flooring Patterns & Design Layouts
As the trusted local experts in South Florida for over 51 years, home and business owners work with Dolphin Carpet & Tile to transform their spaces with quality flooring solutions. While laminate flooring has long been celebrated for its durability and remarkable ability to mimic the look of natural hardwood and tile, its design potential…
Read MoreIs Durable Laminate Flooring Right for Your Lifestyle?
We know that choosing flooring isn’t just about aesthetics for South Florida home and business owners. You need to find flooring solutions that fit seamlessly into your daily life! If you’re seeking a flooring option that combines stunning looks with practical benefits like robust durability and effortless maintenance, modern laminate flooring deserves a closer look.…
Read MoreUsing Laminate to Achieve the Look of Hardwood or Tile for Less
We’ve seen trends come and go in South Florida, but one thing remains constant: The desire for beautiful, durable flooring that enhances your home! While the timeless elegance of hardwood and the classic sophistication of tile are undeniable, many homeowners are seeking solutions that offer similar aesthetic appeal without the higher price tag or intensive…
Read MoreCreating a Cohesive Look: Tile Flooring and Wall Colors
For over 51 years, we’ve seen trends come and go, but one constant remains: the desire for a home that feels harmonious and inviting. Creating a cohesive look, especially when it comes to tile flooring and wall colors, is essential for achieving that sense of unity and flow. As your trusted local experts, with ten…
Read MoreMatching Laminate Flooring with Your Home Decor
For over 51 years, Dolphin Carpet & Tile has been a trusted local expert in South Florida, guiding homeowners and businesses through the exciting journey of selecting the perfect flooring. Among our diverse offerings, laminate flooring stands out as a consistently popular choice, celebrated for its durability, versatility, and remarkable ability to mimic the beauty…
Read MoreUsing Tile Flooring to Enhance Small Spaces
At Dolphin Carpet & Tile, with over 51 years of serving South Florida, we’ve seen countless homeowners and businesses transform their spaces with the right flooring. It’s a common misconception that small rooms present a limitation for bold and beautiful flooring choices. In fact, tile flooring, with its incredible diversity in style, color, and pattern,…
Read MorePreparing Your Floors for Summer in Florida
Once the calendar turns to May, South Florida homeowners know exactly what to expect in the coming months! In addition to high heat, a tremendous amount of sunlight, and lots of humidity, our climate will experience plenty of rainfall throughout the warmest part of the year. Preparing your floors for the Florida summer is essential…
Read MoreProduct Spotlight: Live Pure with Mohawk PureTech
Now more than ever, our valued home and business owners are shopping for waterproof flooring in South Florida as a proactive measure to combat the frequent rainfall, proximity to water, and humidity that we experience. At Dolphin Carpet & Tile, we’re proud to offer Mohawk PureTech flooring for the ultimate in sustainability and performance. As…
Read MoreHow Wood-Look Porcelain Tile Can Make Rooms Feel Larger
Even if your smaller spaces in the home do not have as much square footage to offer, small rooms don’t have to feel cramped or be short on style. With the right flooring choices, you can transform any space into an inviting, open area. We love helping our Florida home and business owners shop for…
Read MoreHow to Coordinate Mosaic Tile Backsplash with Countertops
As one of the most surefire ways to elevate the style in your kitchens, bathrooms, bar areas, and more, tile backsplashes continue to grow in popularity with homeowners everywhere. In Florida, we know that tile is already a great material fit for moisture-prone areas that experience humidity and splashes. Whether you aim for a blended,…
Read MoreUsing Different Grout & Glaze Options for Tile Design Variation
More than other materials that you can use in the home, tile styles offer the greatest level of design capability for truly creating one-of-a-kind spaces. With a wide variety of constructions, finishes, colors, shapes, and sizes to select from, the personalization that you envision can be achieved and last for decades. To take your custom…
Read More4 Ways to Prepare Your Floors for the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us once more! Fun family gatherings and festive get-togethers are being planned, outfits being selected, and recipes being exchanged as we speak. If you are hosting at your home, there’s a good chance you are already conceptualizing a decorating timeline to have your inspired interiors completely in the spirit. As…
Read MoreTips for Choosing a New Floor Color
In addition to browsing through attractive flooring textures, finishes, patterns, and species, you will also need to land on a gorgeous color when selecting new floors! As you look to achieve design harmony within your rooms, your new flooring color should balance visual elements like wall paint colors, cabinetry, furniture, drapery, rugs, pillows, and other…
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