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The tongue-and-groove wood flooring installation choice is a great one. It works well anywhere it's used and gives a long and impressive lifespan.If you're unsure about this option for your flooring needs, this is a great time to learn more. Here are some facts that could be just what you need for ...

Wood flooring is classic, timeless, and versatile to work in any residential or commercial decor. It also brings warmth and charm to a room.Here are some standout trends for 2022. These are all continuations of current design trends, so you can be sure they'll have staying power.Rustic ...

If you’re looking to add extensive value to your home, wood flooring is a great way to accomplish the task, even if the materials are only added to a single room. Today, we’re going to tell you more about why this is true and how you can benefit from it, so read along with us here.Engineered or ...

If you need excellent wood flooring for your home, you've probably considered both engineered and solid hardwood flooring. But there are some differences between the two that might make one a better choice in your home than the other, and that’s what we’re going to consider in today’s blog post....

Why do so many homeowners turn to solid hardwood flooring for their room redesigns? Some prefer the ease of cleaning and maintenance, while others love the classic look of exotic, textured grain slats. If you’re in the market for a new installation, but you're just not sure which surfacing would ...

Wood-look flooring is a beautiful alternative to solid or engineered hardwood, offering the same stunning visuals but packed with benefits that can make the flooring work in any area of your home. Choose from tile, laminate, and even waterproof flooring, which gives you the beautiful appearance of ...

Throughout the month of February, enjoy 20% off of all gift sets in the framing & décor gallery.The gift sets will vary but will include anything from our bestselling candles to picture frames to Valentine's themed items, like heart shaped trays and candy. They make for a great birthday present, ...

With the New Year right around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin a new project. Whether you want to make a small fix or begin a full-scale renovation, we are happy to help!If you are looking for carpet, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, luxury vinyl, waterproof, sheet vinyl, natural ...

Now’s the perfect time to replace your floors! In honor of our 70th business anniversary, allflooring options are on sale, starting at $0.70 sf. We are liquidating over 500,000 sq feet ofinventory and making room for new products! Take your pick out of carpet, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, ...

What patriarch Whitney Marchand built as a simple floor shop in 1949 has evolved into Marchand’s Interior & Hardware, now with four departments: flooring, hardware, kitchen & bath, and framing & décor. Even after all this time, Whitney’s vision of providing great customer service while maintaining ...

Alright, you’re ready to install some new flooring to spice up the room, but after looking around and talking to the neighbors, you are still unsure about which one of the seemingly endless possibilities fits the best visually and practically. When deciding a type of flooring, there are plenty of ...

Did you know a grout color can completely change the look of a room? This one small decision can give your home the WOW factor! Our experts are here to guide you through the process of making the best grout choice to achieve the look and style you envision. On top of selecting the perfect grout ...

Thinking about redoing your countertops, but have no idea where to start? Here are a few questions to jump-start your countertop search! First things first, what kind of countertop materials are out there?  •Laminate • Granite • Quartz • Marble • Wood • Quartzite • Tile • Onyx • Soapstone • Solid ...

Much like the layers of a cake, your home’s flooring likely has several stacked materials that help in a number of ways.But what is underlayment, and what does it do? Here are a number of ways the underlayment pad can assist your finished floor:Add a sound barrier and reduce sound transferMoisture, ...

America celebrates another Mother’s Day on May 12th in honor of all the mother figures out there that make our lives great; but, this year, it’s time we thank mom with home cosmetic flare and practical appeal!Chocolate and flowers are a surefire way to a mom’s heart, but interior housing upgrades ...

Spring is the season for cleaning, renewal and reclaiming your home from the wear and tear of time, making your house uniquely yours. Are you ready to bring back a little personality into your home for the warm and rainy months? Here are a few ideas to think about as you revive your home’s charm:...

Now that we are a few months into 2019, it is time to start setting home goals–this year’s theme is renewal and refreshment. Spring is just around the corner, so now is the time to prepare for warmer weather and house parties by bringing in fresh perspectives to your home. Here are some examples of ...

Do you consider yourself a professional minuteman when it comes to picking up presents for the holidays–grabbing things on everyone’s wish lists just before gift giving begins?Well, we have you covered this year, because Marchand’s has last minute items for all those who like racing against the ...

Christmas is right around the corner, so surprise the family with a largescale, expertly framed portrait of everyone posing on the beach.  Unless, you would rather frame that expensive autographed Drew Brees jersey for yourself. Whatever you decide, now is a great time to think about putting your ...

Hurricanes travel across the Atlantic, and the Gulf of Mexico seems like a landing strip while the storm-prone South is usually the final destination around this time of year but Marchand’s can help you prepare.Citizens of Louisiana, in particular, cannot afford to be underprepared during these ...

Marchand’s Interior & Hardware in Gonzales opened a new 4,000-square-foot framing and home décor facility in December 2017, offering visitors a unique range of home furnishings and custom framing options.Shoppers looking for general framing, antique artwork and home décor are welcome to visit the ...

The housing market is full of buyers and sellers who have distinct tastes in designs from antique to modern, but both agree that blinds and shutters add something special to the home.The way home owners have utilized window treatments has changed over the course of several hundred years, but window ...

BY DARLENE DENSTORFFAscension Section editorSeptember 27, 2012GONZALES — Glass cases in a hall at East Ascension High School contain the photos and memorabilia of athletes and longtime school supporters dating back to the school’s first graduating class.That case will have a few more photos soon as ...

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