Often those low prices come with lower employee pay, limited staff training, and haphazard quality control. Super-low prices means sacrifices somewhere. This doesn’t really surprise me, because we get what we pay for. The signage on the one we helped them choose indicated that the material was waterproof, but when we researched the product online we discovered that it was not rated as a waterproof material. □ For example, we recently met up with a client for a Quick Action Session at Floor and Decor to help them select a waterproof LVP wood-look floor for their bathroom. And the signage isn’t always 100% accurate. I can’t speak to the quality of their in-house designers, but I have to be honest and say that the information I’ve been given when asking the staff about the best grout, or how a certain tile will perform, is limited at best. Shopping at a place like Floor & Decor is best for folks who are already a bit savvy when it comes to selecting finishes for a remodel. The fact that they accept returns is one of the best things about big box stores (this is true of Lowes and Home Depot, too) but since quality control is limited, it’s important that you over-buy, and then check your boxes thoroughly before your return window closes!!! □ So weird! The GREAT NEWS is that Floor & Decor accepts returns (most tile stores do not accept returns, or if they do, they will charge a restocking fee). When we opened the boxes we were happy to find that all the tile was in perfect condition (not always true: sometimes when you buy from a big box store the tile inside the box is broken due to lazy handling) BUT NOT ALL THE TILE WAS THE SAME COLOR! That’s right, in a *sealed* box of tile we found the blue tile we’d ordered along with white and green tile from the same line. It wasn’t worth my time to fight it – there was plenty of other tile in the world to choose from.Īssuming they *do* have the tile you want in stock, I recommend you buy more than you need because of what I share in point #4… #4 If you love it, buy plenty! (quality control is limited)įor another project in my home I ordered this deep blue tile from Floor & Decor. I waited patiently for 6 weeks expecting the tile to arrive someday (I wasn’t ready for install, so I was willing to be patient.) When I finally realized that tile was never going to materialize, and I canceled the order. So the clerk and I checked other stores and discovered Vegas had plenty of stock! Yea! □ Unfortunately, by the time I got my order they were out of stock of the diamond tile. Sadly, when the order came in, I got this plain version instead of the diamond version I’d ordered. I dutifully checked that my local store had plenty of stock of the tile I wanted and I placed my order. I recently shopped at Floor & Decor when I was choosing tile for my kitchen backsplash. In fact, that’s point #3… #3 What they’ve got is what they’ve got. A design strategy *really* helps reduce the overwhelm folks feel when walking into any tile store, especially big warehouse stores like Floor & Decor.Īt the same time you can’t be *too* limited in your vision, because what they’ve got is what they’ve got. #2 Go in with a plan, but be open minded.Īre you the kind of person that finds too many choices overwhelming? Make sure you’ve already strategized your design plan! For example, if you know you want a marble-look floor and wall tile that will coordinate with your preferred cabinet color and style, then you’ll be able to ignore all the options that *don’t* go with that design plan. If you (or your partner) are tired, hungry, or in hurry, you’re not going to have a great experience. Not only do they have a LOT of inventory, I’ve also found the checkout process to be very slow. Floor & Decor showrooms aren’t kidding when they claim to have the widest in-stock selection, so don’t go there thinking it’ll just be a quick in-and-out experience. This is basic good advice for visiting any showroom. What to know before you shop at Floor & Decor #1 Don’t shop hangry, and don’t be in a hurry. □)įirst, what is Floor & Decor? It’s a giant warehouse-style showroom with what they describe as “showroom quality at warehouse prices.” They claim to be the “nationwide low price leader” with the “widest in-stock selection.” With locations nationwide, including local to the Seattle area in Everett and Tukwila, it’s sure to be on the radar of any DIYer or budget-remodel shopper. (Don’t worry, this isn’t sponsored, you’re getting my 100% unbiased opinion. With the prices of EVERYTHING going UP UP UP it’s time to chat about how to save money on your remodel! Today, let’s take a look at what you should know about shopping at discount tile and flooring retailer Floor & Decor.
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