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Hand-knotted rug with hints of browns and greens

Interiors tend to get freshened every 10-15 years.

Packed container ship underway

Why Are My Rug and Other Deliveries So Slow?

Most modern interior furnishings spends their early days in a giant box called a shipping container.

Shipping professionals call it a Box.

Shot of Bob Ford Sr. at Addison/Dicus & Bailey office

Bob Ford Sr. an absolute master of carpet installation, passed away on August 6. He was 83.

Seating area with neutral rug and red furniture.

How Designers Buy Rugs We feel fortunate and grateful that our business continues to thrive in this high tech age. We think that it's because we provide a special service tailored to the interior design community that they can't get from other rug merchants.

Modern condo design with dark wood flooring and fireplace

New Condo: Modern Please

The Tampa/Orlando condo markets are booming.

According to Zillow, 651 condos were listed for sale in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties at the beginning of June.

Bees on a honeycomb.

Hexagons The hexagon-structured honeycomb continues to inspire rug and carpet designers as it has for thousands of years.

Stack of Anatolian rugs

Anatolians We've received a new shipment of Anatolian rugs. Stop in and have a look.

Animal print in color slate as stair runner with puddle.

Animal Prints - Stars and Top Supporting Roles

Animal prints can get top billing as featured performers.

Or they can support the space as interesting neutrals.

Outdoor carpet under colorful shelter

Indoor/Outdoor Carpet and Rugs in Florida

Hand-knotted layered on seagrass rug.

Natural Fiber Rugs and Carpets - Updated Guide

(This is an update to our original blog on natural fiber carpets and rugs.)

Carpets and rugs made from seagrass, sisal and jute are referred to as natural fiber carpets and rugs.