Ernie's In Ceresco - A Carpet One Store, That Sells Hard Flooring

Ernie’s Carpet One

Ernie's in Ceresco is a Carpet One store. So what does that mean? Carpet One is one of the world’s largest retailers' cooperative and buying groups, with over 1,000 storefronts. Because Ernie’s in Ceresco is a Carpet One store we are able to get special products made just for us, with better warranties. Carpet One has the Beautiful Guarantee, which states, if you don’t love your flooring, they’ll replace for free, labor included.  Some exclusions may apply.

Not only does Ernie’s have carpet, they also have a large assortment of hard wood flooring and backsplashes. Ernie's flooring department does their best to cover everybody's needs in flooring. They carry carpet, laminate, luxury vinyl tile, vinyl sheets, tile and wood flooring.

And so you might ask, what are the qualities of these different hard floors? Look no further! Here they are:

What is Laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is a flooring constructed of layers. The bottom layer is the backing and designed to resist moisture. The top layer is the wear layer, it protects from fading, scratches and everyday wear. Laminate is the perfect choice for rooms in your house with lots of traffic such as entryways and family rooms.

Benefits of Laminate flooring:

- can simulate the look of dozens of different natural hardwood materials

- The wear layer protects from stains, scuffs and scratches making cleaning and maintenance relatively easy

- can easily sweeper vacuum floor to remove grit and dirt

- resist fading from UV light exposure

What is Luxury Vinyl Tile flooring?

Luxury vinyl tile is a type of flooring that includes both luxury vinyl tile and luxury vinyl planks. Luxury vinyl flooring is a type of vinyl based flooring material that mimics the look of natural material. 

Luxury vinyl tile usually comes in planks in 48" x 7" or tiles 12" x 12" or 16" x 16". Sometimes you can find unusual tiles such as 12" x 24". The thickness of luxury vinyl tile usually ranges from 10 mm to 12 mm which is about an eighth of an inch thick. Luxury vinyl tile comes in two types: One that simulates stone such a slate, travertine and marble; and one that simulates wood such as teak, maple, oak, walnut and Pine.

Benefits of Luxury Vinyl Tile flooring:

-  fraction of the price of real wood or stone

- it meets safety requirements for flammability and slip resistance 

- easy to maintain and relatively water resistant

- can handle high traffic areas

- has specialized wear layers that are scuff, dent, scratch and stain resistant

What is Vinyl flooring?

Vinyl flooring, also known resilient flooring has been around for decades and is still one of the most popular flooring choices on the market. Vinyl comes in a few options such as sheets, tiles (Luxury Vinyl Tile) and planks, which most often are found in kitchens, bathrooms, entryways and laundry rooms. popular in the 20th century, vinyl flooring is still evolving and is more durable now than ever. Several companies, including Ernie's in Ceresco offer lifetime warranties on premium vinyl. 

Benefits of Vinyl flooring:

- vinyl sheets are great for bathrooms and are practically water resistant

- it's affordable

- easy to clean and is low maintenance 

- does not get cold in the winter

- is soft beneath your feet

- depending on your level of handyman, can be easy to install

What is Tile flooring?

Ceramic tile is made through the process of heating and cooling clay and minerals.

Porcelain tile is made from natural clay and created by heating refined clay to high temperatures creating a dense floor tile, which is good for both indoors and outdoors. 

Travertine is limestone that is a byproduct of hot springs. The minerals in travertine are mixed during formation, giving each tile a unique pattern and character.

Benefits of Tile flooring:

- ceramic and porcelain tile are some of the longest lasting floor products 

- tile is a hard surface for dust mites, mold, germs and bacteria to live on

- tile is a good flooring solution for people with allergies and asthma

- ceramic tile as easily cleaned, often with warm water

- ceramic tile adds value to any building

What is Wood flooring?

Solid wood flooring is a solid piece of wood from top to bottom. The thickness can vary, but is usually 3/4" to 5/16". A huge benefit of solid wood flooring is that it can be sanded down and refinished multiple times.

Engineered wood flooring is a real wood flooring that has been manufactured using multiple layers of different wood veneers. It is very stable because the grains of each layer run in a different direction, making the wood expand and contract less than a solid wood floor. Engineered wood flooring can be sanded down and refinished, but not as many times as a solid wood floor.

Benefits of Wood flooring:

- easy to clean and maintain because stains and dirt don't stick to it

- they don't fade easily

- don't hold allergens like carpet can

- they are tough, strong, dent and scratch resistant

- most can be sanded and refinish floors several times

- hardwood floors increase the value of your home and make it easier to sell

Kaitlin Benes

Advertising/Furniture Sales

Sit Back And Relax In Ernie’s La-Z-Boy Elite Comfort Collection

Do you ever sit in your recliner and just can’t get comfy? Does your recliner lean you too far backwards? Does your back or neck hurt because your chair doesn’t recline the way you’d like it too? Do you ever have to use a pillow for back or neck support? Well look no further, Ernie’s in Ceresco has the PowerRecline XR+ which has everything you need to sit comfortably and enjoy your recliner.

The PowerRecline XR+ has 4 great features: back recline, leg extensions, lumbar support and power headrest. According to La-Z-Boy, “The PowerRecline XR+ lets you raise and lower the back and leg rest independently or together in any combination of relaxing positions for personal comfort.” Take your comfort to the next level with power lumbar and power-tilt headrest, perfect for reading or watching TV.

The PowerRecline XR+ is power controlled reclining to any position for personal comfort. It effortlessly goes from sitting to fully reclined in six seconds with the touch of a button. And has a quiet and stable base for smooth reclining operation.

Finally a chair that answers the consumer’s wants and needs.

Kaitlin Benes

Advertising/Furniture Sales

Essentials for a Good Night’s Sleep

Proper Mattress and Pillow Essential for Good Sleep

How well did you sleep last night?  

When many people evaluate their priorities on ways to improve their current home, getting a better night’s sleep should rate higher on the list.  All too often two key factors that affect your home, your health, and your quality of life are overlooked – that’s the quality and condition of your current mattress and pillows.  Getting a good night’s sleep depends on several different factors—comfort, stress level, room temperature, diet and a myriad of other things.  But two sure basic building blocks to improve your sleep and your health are improving your pillows and mattress.

One primary improvement people should examine involves their pillows. When was the last time you replaced your pillows?  It is estimated that 23-28% of overall spinal alignment is dependent on the  proper support of your head.  If you are one of the many people that are sleeping on pillows that are over 4 years old, replacing them may be a good start on your home transformation list.  Most sleep specialists recommend updating general pillows every year and specialty pillows such as Tempur-pedic, latex, or gel infused memory foam pillows every 3 or 4 years.  Furthermore, most people haven’t been properly fitted for a pillow depending on your sleeping position and contour of your body.  When looking for the correct pillow that is best for you, start by asking – “What position do I find myself waking up in each morning?”.  Then when going to a reputable mattress store you can inform your mattress specialist if you are a side sleeper, back sleeper or stomach sleeper – this will help them offer you the best options for you.

If you’re in the market for a new mattress and have recently taken a stroll down the aisle of a bedding store, you know that there is a dizzying array from what to choose.  How do you know which mattress is best for you?  To start, says Arya Nick Shamie, MD, associate professor of orthopedic surgery at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center, the mattress needs to support your body in a neutral position, one in which your spine has a nice curvature and your buttocks, heels, shoulders, and head are supported in proper alignment.

According to Tyler Swanson, bedding buyer and sleep specialist at Ernies in Ceresco, “the mattress industry is now offering some of the most exciting technological improvements in mattress and lifestyle adjustable bases ever.  It’s staggering how much technology has changed in 3 years.  However even with all of the breakthroughs in technology, it is still important to discuss with a mattress specialist the things you like, and dislike about your current mattress, as well as other factors that can affect your sleep like such as; health issues, room sleeping temperature, do you sleep with a partner, diet, sleep position, aches and pain, and a host of other information to help you make a more informed purchase.  A purchase that can literally help you live a better life, because of how you feel.”

Consumers can now find vastly improved mattresses at all price points whether your need is a spare bedroom mattress, youth mattress, or replacement for your main bedroom sleep system. 

Finding the mattress that is just right for you and your budget is well worth your due diligence, not only for comfort and support but your very health as well.

New Sleep Technologies

By Tyler Swanson

Ernie’s in Ceresco has a large selection of home theater options in its showroom and warehouse. Located in Eastern Nebraska, Ernie’s in Ceresco is the largest family owned total home furnishings store in the state.

Sony Electronics 4K Ultra HDTV XBR65X900A - Now at Ernie's in Ceresco

Just in at Ernie’s in Ceresco is the new Sony Electronics 4K Ultra HDTV. We have two sizes, the 55” and the 65”, and can special order the 84” model.

Sony 4K Ultra HDTV

The 4K Ultra HDTV is a new TV resolution with four times the pixels of  regular HD, greatly enhancing the quality of your screen picture! 

With the Ultra HDTV, you’ll see more depth and shades of color than you’ve ever seen on a TV before. This is a greatly improved picture for larger screen applications, and will greatly reduce the ability for viewers to see any visible pixel structure on the screen. This means even smoother images and better depth.

Add in 65 watts of powerful, cinematic sound plus Wi-Fi® connectivity and it’s the highest resolution, most immersive experience Sony has ever created.

One of the coolest things about it is that, when combined with the fastest screen refresh rates, in the new 55” and 65” Sony XBR products, Ultra HD delivers almost as much depth as 3D without the need for those clunky glasses! 

Ultra HD is in addition to, not in place of the current HDTV broadcast, just as 3D is currently. It is possible that some day, just like with the recent over-the-air DTV transition, there will probably come a time when 4K become the standard, but that would be unlikely in the next several years.

For more details on the Sony 4K Ultra HDTV, go here and here. 

See the world in 4K Ultra HD and never look back!

From May 17 – June 30, get the following promotions when you purchase a Sony 4K Ultra HDTV from Ernies:

1. 36 month interest free, equal monthly payments offer
2. The movies, “Ghostbusters,” “Spider-Man,” and “Angels and Demons” in Mastered in 4K Blu-ray Discs.
3. One year of free Netflix, Hulu Plus and 30 days of Music Unlimited

Ernie’s in Ceresco has a large selection of home theater options in its showroom and warehouse. Located in Eastern Nebraska, Ernie’s in Ceresco is the largest family owned total home furnishings store in the state.

Cutting Edge Dining Room Tables from Simply Amish, Four Hands, and Canadel at Ernie's in Ceresco

Nebraska Furniture Store offers Modern Sophistication for your Dining Room

Simply Amish. Four Hands. Canadel.

These are just a few of your dining room table options offered right here in Ernie’s showroom. With our vast showroom, there’s no need to wait 60 days or more for a sought-after, sophisticated dining room table – we have these gorgeous name brand items in stock right now.

Simply Amish Dining Room Table

One of our most popular dining room tables, this spacious table is made out of a choice of solid hard woods with your choice of finish, using techniques that have been passed down through generations of Amish craftsmen.

Simply Amish Dining Room Table and Side Chairs - Ernie's in Ceresco

Four Hands 82” Trestle Table Hand Finished in a Gorgeous Raw, Matte Grey

Made of environmentally friendly reclaimed wood, this spacious table measures 82.0" x 43.3" x 30.3". As stated by Four Hands, this table is “Based on 17th and 18th century statement pieces that recall the grandeur of the world's great hotel and fable mansions of a bygone era, the eclectic Belmont Collection is stately in dimension and design. Intricate carvings, sinuous turnings and old-world details are made right for today by master craftsmen. The hand finish of each piece in a raw, matte grey beautifully balances the luxurious scale of the furnishings and accessories.”

Simply gorgeous! The upholstered chairs are constructed with the same wood finish.

Four Hands Table and Side Chair - Ernie's in Ceresco

Canadel “Farmer’s Too” Table

Many consumers have a difficult time visualizing a table in their home. With Canadel you choose your size for a perfect fit. What shape is your room? How many people would you like to sit? With over 30 sizes up to 168" in length, you can be sure that we have the right size and style for your home!

You carefully handpick the cabinets, appliances, and materials in your home and you search for things that are both enduring and inspired. When it comes to choosing your tables, chairs and stools, Canadel is in a class by itself. Made from 100% solid birch, one of nature's hardest woods, Canadel furniture is well-protected and stain resistant.

The table pictured here measures 68” x 38” x 30”.

Canadel "Farmer's Too" Table - Ernie's in Ceresco

Ernie’s in Ceresco has a large selection of furniture options in its showroom and warehouse. Located in Eastern Nebraska, Ernie’s in Ceresco is the largest family owned total home furnishings store in the state.

By Theresa Tvrdy

Candice Olson Furniture Collection at Ernie’s in Ceresco Nebraska

Where Modern Meets Traditional

Ernie’s in Ceresco is proud to be an Eastern Nebraska representative for a new line of designer furniture – the Candice Olson by Highland House Furniture Collection!

You've probably heard of Candice Olson, the famous interior designer regarded as “the one to watch” by The New York Times. Candice hosts #1 rated Divine Design and Candice Tells All, the home-makeover shows which air on HGTV. Candice has also authored several books on interior design. Those of you residing in Eastern Nebraska may be familiar with her previous Sunday makeover articles in the Lincoln Journal Star. 

Candice Olson

Candice describes her design philosophy as, “….all about an eclectic fusion of contrasts: antique pared with modern, rustic with refined, minimal with adorned, matte set off by luster. My goal here is to provide the tools for a look that’s current yet timeless, fresh yet familiar.” Her Highland House collection reflects this overall philosophy.

The creative possibilities are endless with the gorgeous, stylish pieces at Ernie’s.

Accessible Sophistication

New pieces from this amazing collection have begun to arrive at Ernie’s. Currently, Ernie’s offers selections from the sleek Pyper Series and Upholstery Collections, including the Oasis Armless Chair and Ottoman, Pyper Espresso sofas, Coco Sofas, and much more. 

Coco Sofa with Ultra Down Seat in Espresso

Oasis Armless Chair

Pyper Chair

As Candice states, “I look to classic, livable scale. Furniture that’s the right scale enables a family to live more comfortably.” These pieces reflect exactly that, and allow for a variety of options unique to your personal living quarters.

Form meets function seamlessly in the Candice Collection by Highland House at Ernie’s in Ceresco. Ernie’s invites you to stop in and see this cutting edge collection!

Illustrations from the Candice Olson by Highland House Furniture Collection

Ernie’s in Ceresco has a large selection of furniture options in its showroom and warehouse. Located in Eastern Nebraska, Ernie’s in Ceresco is the largest family owned total home furnishings store in the state.

By Theresa Tvrdy

Hardwood Flooring vs. Ceramic Tile

When deciding on a flooring option for your kitchen, bathroom, or foyer, you generally have two quality options beyond carpet: Porcelain/Ceramic Tile or Hardwood. If you've decided not to go with the carpet option, the great debate is whether to install Ceramic Tile or Hardwood. Several factors precipitate which option works best for your home.

Climate

Hardwood is psychologically warmer, softer, and quieter than ceramic tile. The warm rustic look of red oak or cherry conjures the image of a fluffy area rug in front of the fireplace, a haven for those who endure long northern winters.

Wood is also physically warmer to the touch than porcelain tile because wood is porous and quicker to adapt to the  temperature of a room. For example, if the heater is running, the wood will absorb the warmth. Tile, on the other hand, is cold to the touch, in part because it retains the temperate of the most recent long-term environment. Ceramic tile is resistant to warmth in much the same way as stone.  If you've ever stepped inside a European cathedral in the summer, you've noticed the significant cooling in temperature from the hot outdoors. This is because stone “holds” cold in much the same way as ceramic.

(c) Ernie's in Ceresco - a kitchen with hardwood flooring

Hardwood also complements the look of traditional home exteriors in places like the Northeast, durable ranch homes in the Midwest, and the cool sea climate in the Pacific Northwest.  Homes in these areas tend to have different styles and colors than, say, beachy southern coastal homes. Cool climate exteriors are usually made of brick, white painted wood, or vinyl siding, which crave the look of subdued hardwood.

Desert homes of the Southwest and coastal homes with palm trees in the back yard are likely to choose ceramic tile for the bathroom, kitchen, and foyer areas, because they are a haven to those who endure long hot summers most of the year. These homes are usually made of stucco or vinyl siding, in pastel or desert colors. Tile is a refreshing change from the oppressive heat of the outdoors.

(c) Ernie's in Ceresco - a kitchen with Ceramic Tile

More color options exist for tile – light, cooler earthy hues, that are usually “louder” than their hardwood counterparts. As a result, tile complements the exteriors of many homes in warm climates.

Durability

“There’s no question that tile is more durable and long lasting,” says Jerry Taff, Flooring Manager at Ernie’s in Ceresco, a large home furnishings store in Eastern Nebraska. “It doesn't scratch and will stand up to just about anything.”

Ceramic tile is often ideal for an active household because it is long lasting and can stand up better to day to day, consistent wear and tear. An active family with children tends to cause more damage and scratches to their floor than, say, an empty-nest couple. Every time ice cubes fall onto the floor from the refrigerator, for example, this won’t faze the durability of tile or cause mold to occur.  

“Hardwood flooring is less durable and less scratch resistant than tile,” says Taff. When scratching and gouging occur, it will be more noticeable on darker stained floors. On the whole, however, these scratches aren't usually noticed by visitors. The type of finish on the hardwood is also significant; glossy floors tend to highlight marks more than satin finishes.

Still, some say that scratches become part of the patina of their hardwood floor and don’t mind them. However, hardwood floors should not be exposed to continuous moisture;  spilled ice cubes from the refrigerator, leaks from the dishwasher, and water that splashes from the bathtub onto the floor should be wiped up immediately to prevent moisture damage.

With hardwood flooring, there is a better chance that a dropped item won’t break, but the floor will get nicked. Likewise, if you drop an item on a tiled floor, it’s more likely to break, but is less likely to hurt the floor.

Comfort

Hardwood is softer and therefore easier on someone who spends a lot of time on their feet in the kitchen. For someone with back or foot problems, this could be a significant quality of life decision. Hardwood is also safer for kids and toddlers, who often fall; hitting a hardwood floor causes less injuries than a tile floor would.

However, foam mats in key areas can be used to mitigate discomfort if you’re standing for long periods of time in a tiled room. If you live in an oppressively warm climate, the cool touch of tile of tile as you walk into the room can provide another level of comfort.

Hardwood is generally easier to clean than tile because there are no grout lines, but this depends upon the quality of installation and other factors as well. If a tile floor is installed properly, maintenance can be a breeze. Never use water to clean your hardwood floors – the moisture will cause the wood to expand and warp. For tile, water can be used for cleaning.

Cost of New Flooring and Damage Control

Quality tile is more expensive than hardwood flooring. Don’t be fooled by the listed prices in the store for tile versus hardwood; the materials alone are actually less expensive for tile. The cost of labor to install tile increases the overall price significantly.

Before considering the option to install tile yourself or hire an inexpensive but inexperienced installer, keep in mind that this will cost much more in the long run. Quality floor prep is key to a successful installation. If the floor isn't leveled properly or if tile is installed over plywood, for example, it’s only a matter of time before tiles crack. When this happens, the only quality solution is to remove the tiles and re-float the floor properly, then re-lay the tiles. If only one tile is damaged, a band-aid option can be implemented by replacing the missing tile - always purchase extras for this purpose – and then re-grouting it by using a matching tint so that it blends in with the other tiles. It’s only a matter of time before the entire floor will need to be replaced at a significant cost.

Hardwood floors will need to be refinished every 10 years or so; the cost for this is not significant. However, if you get water damage, the wood will expand and the floor boards will buckle. A dehumidification process is usually performed unless the floor boards must be pulled to allow the subfloor to dry completely. This is also very expensive.

For either flooring option, quality materials, quality installation, and personal maintenance are key to the longevity and cost of your hardwood or tile floor. 

Ernie’s in Ceresco has a large selection of flooring options in its showroom and warehouse. Located in Eastern Nebraska, Ernie’s in Ceresco is the largest family owned total home furnishings store in the state.


By Theresa Tvrdy