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Guides from Ashley's Flooring & Decorating

Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.

September 22, 2026 · 3 min read

Grout, Sealing, and Tile Care in Humid Mississippi Homes

Tile is one of the most durable materials you can put in a Mississippi home, but the grout around it needs a little ongoing attention to stay that way.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Choosing Your Countertop and Floor Together

A floor and a countertop sit in the same room under the same light, and your eye reads them as a pair whether you planned it that way or not.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Why Floor Prep Decides Whether Your New Floor Lasts

Most of what decides whether a floor lasts happens before a single plank or tile goes down, and none of it is visible once the job looks finished.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

What to Bring to the Flooring Showroom So You Pick Right the First Time

A few minutes of prep before your showroom visit is the difference between a floor you love and one you second guess once it is installed.

September 22, 2026 · 4 min read

Hardwood or Luxury Vinyl Plank in a Mississippi Kitchen

Both floors can look great in a kitchen, but only one of them shrugs off Mississippi humidity and a leaky dishwasher without a second thought.