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North Virginia Community College Carpet Installation
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Our goal at Eagle Mat when working with schools and universities is to design spaces that inspire student learning. This includes paying close attention to materials that are flexible, create engagement environments, and can handle wear and tear from the toughest weather conditions. For our most project with the North Virginia Community College, our goals […]
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Eagle Mat & Floor Products Announces GSA Contract Holder for Commercial Floor Coverings
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Eagle Mat & Floor Products, the premier dealer of commercial flooring products, is pleased to announce final approval to do business on the General Services Administration (GSA) commercial flooring schedule. In awarding the contract, the federal government recognizes Eagle Mat as a preferred vendor to provide innovative flooring offerings to the federal government. “With over […]
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Government Flooring Best Practices
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Flooring for government buildings and projects typically need to meet several stringent requirements. Choosing the right flooring is much more complicated than with other commercial applications. Here is a brief overview of the issues that will likely have to be addressed when choosing flooring for a government building: 1. LEED Standards. LEED stands for Leadership […]
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Work in Comfort: Sit to Stand Workstations
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It’s not surprising that sit to stand workstations are becoming a sought-after solution for employees who sit for long periods of time and are concerned about their health. Employers are looking to the sit to stand work trend to help employees to be more active day-to-day, and in turn to improve wellness across their organization. […]
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Eco-Friendly Commercial Flooring
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When shopping for green carpet, there are a number of factors you should consider. What is the carpet made from? Does it contain any toxic chemicals or volatile organic compounds? Was it responsibly manufactured? Is it recyclable? Benefits of Eco-Friendly Flooring Flooring is non-toxic. When buying eco-friendly carpet backing or pads, look for natural materials […]
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Flooring Solutions for Multi-Tenant Spaces
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When considering flooring solutions for multi-tenant spaces, practicality is the name of the game. You want floors that are going to hold up to heavy traffic, last a long time, be easy to clean, and look great. Here are some commercial flooring options that we recommend: 1. Elevators and Lobbies. We like to recommend luxury […]
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Corridor Carpet Renovations
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Many of today’s carpets can withstand pets, kids, and heavy traffic. Not only is carpeting a big investment, having commercial carpet installed in an area of high traffic like a corridor can be a big hassle. That’s why we recommend you choose a high-quality carpet that will last for many years. Look at the face […]
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6 Renovation Tips for Office Spaces
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Renovations are required sooner or later for most business offices. There are plenty of solutions that will drastically change the look of a place but don’t require a whole gut job. Here are some ways to change the look and feel of your office without breaking the bank. 1. Paint. Paint is an easy and […]
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6 Advantages of Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) for Classrooms
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Choosing flooring for schools and classrooms is always challenging. The flooring needs to be extremely tough and easy to clean. Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) has always been our go-to choice for classrooms. Here are some of the advantages of LVT. 1. Easy to Clean. LVT is very easy to clean. You can sweep it, vacuum […]
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Carpet Mold and Mildew Guide
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A clean carpet generally produces no noticeable odor. A carpet with a exposure to moisture during a water damage can create a musty order, or worse create mold or mildew. Ground Zero For Odors Carpet is a magnet to and retains microscopic airborne mold and mildew spores commonly found in most commercial space environments. Carpet […]
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