Jeff Seal Homes of Distinction

Jeff Seal Homes of Distinction is located in Lubbock, Texas. It is a company that designs European style exteriors and interiors. Everything they do involves distinct design that is carefully planned out and follows classic European designs. In their homes you could expect to see classic architectural elements such as arches, columns and groin vaults. The company works closely with their clients to achieve what they are looking for while still staying within their style.

            Within Jeff Seal Homes there are two main design developers which are the creators and who make these homes so unique, and those people are Jeff Seal and Abby Carter. Jeff Seal is the Director of Design and Construction and Abby Carter is the Interior Designer. These two, along with a team of others create these homes with a process that allows them to be very successful. They start with the initial design and construction, in this step the clients and the team work side by side so that all wants and needs are met. The goal of this stage is to estimate costs, construction details, and a cohesive style throughout the home. Where Abby Carter comes in is the interiors. In this stage the furniture, finishes and fixtures are picked out. With Jeff Seal Homes it is very important that all of these match and create harmony in the home.

            Homes by Jeff Seal can be found in the Provence community in southwest Lubbock. These homes are set in a cul-de-sac and can be considered a European escape from West Texas.When coming through this neighborhood you will feel as if you are in a quaint suburb of Europe. Some of the homes were built according to the homeowner’s preference and some were designed and built by Jeff Seal Homes and then bought. It can be done either way and not all the homes are million dollar homes, instead they try to create a greater variety with prices of the homes. They will also build in places other than Lubbock and hope to expand their company across Texas in the near future.

            Jeff Seal Homes of Distinction is a fine example of an excellent new home construction company. They have stuck to and followed the rules of classic architecture and present that though beautifully designed homes.

Leftwich Chapman

Leftwich Chapman is a flooring company located in Lubbock, TX. They offer a variety of designer flooring including wood, laminate, carpet, ceramic, and vinyl. Most of the flooring here is primarily for residential use, and not specified for commercial use even though some could be applied to that area depending on the material.

Their hardwood selection comes in a broad variety of brands and styles. They carry solid hardwood and engineered wood. The engineered wood is actually more durable and is still real wood. Leftwich Chapman's also applies their wood mainly by gluing method, unless the structure is a pure and beam construction, which most houses in the Lubbock area are not. Some style options in hardwood would be Oak, Bamboo, Birch, etc. They even have a wood covered in leather for the style savy costumers!Alot of customers come into the store wanting hardwood in their kitchen and bathrooms, at Leftwich's they will inform you on anything and everything that is not the best idea, they want their customers to get the most out of the product thet are investing in. They also price their hardwood based on square foot, this is one of the most expensive, but durable, applications of flooring.

Even though carpet has lost its popularity due to hardwood, Leftwich Chapman still sells a variety of it, and only the best kinds. Carpet is no longer only made out of nylon, but also olefin, polyester, and smartstrand. The carpet industry has impoved their technology and is now creating alternatives to carpet that can be seen in the store. They offer all kinds of colors and even patterned carpets. To avoid confusion, they sell this by the square foot, this makes is easier for customers to compare all their flooring options financially.

Ceramic tile is practical and durable, and is also sold at Leftwich Chapman's. It is a flooring material that is perfect for bathrooms and kitchens, or "wet areas" of the home. They offer a variety of colors and sizes.  Another great flooring application, if you want the hardwood look for the wet areas would be vinyl flooring. This is a very durable material and it comes in a hard wood and stone looks. These also cost much less than actual stone and hardwood would cost, so they could be an alternative to keep within a bugdet yet still get the look that is desired. Vinyl flooring is also good for commercial use because it is less expensive, more durable, and can easily be replaced. The next alternative to stone and hardwood that Leftwich Chapman offers is laminate flooring. They offer low maintenence and high durability.

These are all the flooring options the Leftwich Chapman has to offer, and if you visit their store or website they have all the information to help you pick the best option for your design. On the website, www.leftwichchapmandesignerfloor.com, there is a Five Star Selection System, so that when browsing through the website it is easy to understand what flooring is the best.

Collin's Tile and Stone

Natural stone is used in many areas of a home. The most popular place being in the kitchen, and then in the bathroom. Natural stone consists of granite, marble, limestone and travertine. Another type of stone is quartz which is an engineered stone.

Quartz is the most durable of all stones, with granite following right behind it. As an engineered stone, Quartz mimics stone. It has many benifits and is used mainly as a countertop. It is stain resistant and comes in many colors.

The next most durable stone is granite, which is the number one natural stone consumers buy and want. It is a very popular stone that holds up to heavy use. It comes in a variety of finishes including leather, mat, and polish. The cons of this application is it will come in a variety of colors due to its natural state.

Marble has gone down in popularity among consumers due to the durability of granite. Marble comes in a wide range of colors and is a very beautiful stone. The cons of this stone is that is scratches very easily.

Limestone is a seabed formation and is great for exterior surfaces. Because of its formation seashells or reminets of sea creatures can be found as engravings on the stone. This stone withstands heat, but is easily sliced and scatched.

The last natural stone is travertine. This is a stone that is popular for kitchen flooring and has little holes and dents in it that adds some character and if you dont mind the dirt that gets in the holes, it is a beautiful tile.

Natural stone can be purchased at a tile and stone company. If you live in the West Texas area Collin's Tile and Stone can help you find anything your looking for and will give you information if your unsure of what is best for your home.