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Somebody Had to Do It
Somewhere along the way, people started calling me the “Woodmaster of the Universe.”
Now tha…
Why McGrath Floor & Design Is Different
Most flooring stores sell products.
Some install them well. Some install them badly. Some di…
Vive La Plank!
How the French Quietly Took Over America’s Floors And why McGrath Floor & Design is happ…
O Brother, Where Art Thou?
When that ice storm came through Middle Tennessee that winter, it didn’t really bother knocki…
Franklin’s Front Porch
The art of intentional design is a funny thing. Most people know it when they feel it. Very f…
When the Storm Hits, We Show Up Anyway
When a record-smashing ice storm rolled through the Nashville area this past winter, it didn’…
A Whole Lotta Love: When Restoration Becomes a Bridge
There’s a moment in Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” where everything feels immediate—unfilt…
Good Flooring Lives With You
A floor is a funny thing.
Most people walk on it every day without thinking much about it un…
Why Cutoff Valves Often Fail After Flooring Installers Use Them
When floor covering installers remove or disconnect plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, pedes…
The Flooring Store Is Dead. Long Live the Project Partner.
There was a time when buying flooring meant walking into a warehouse, staring at 4,000 square…
Rallying Like The Volunteers - Ice Storm Update #2
We've been slammed, helping storm warriors, (Tennesseans are never victims, just surprised pa…
Three Angels & The Flood of the Century
When it started raining heavily on May 2nd, 2010, we did not realize the shockingly profound…
Impact of The Nashville Bomb "Icepalooza" Cyclone Update
After Last week's ice storm, I realized how poorly prepared we were in the event of a power…
McGrath Floor & Design: Excellence Built on Legacy
The Foundation
In the McGrath family, excellence was never optional. It was simply how th…
The Bomb Cyclone Open House
The Bomb Cyclone Open House
I moved here in 1982. I have never seen such widespread dama…
Holiday Prime Rib Roast Story
McGrath Floor & Design: Nashville's Most Popular One-Stop Shop for Beautiful Home renovatio…
Meet Rick & Sherry McGrath
McGrath Floor & Design: Nashville's Most Popular One-Stop Shop for Beautiful Home renovatio…
Best Laminate Floors for Franklin & Brentwood Homes
Why these top selections give you style, performance, and real‑world durability right here in Mid…
Laminate Flooring That Handles Real Life: Durability Meets Style
If your home could talk, it’d probably say three words when it comes to floors: “Handle real life…
Modern Warm Woods: 2025 Laminate Flooring Looks That Feel Like Home
There’s something happening in homes right now — and I love it.
Japandi & LVP: Minimal, Zen Flooring that Handles Real Life
There’s a moment—usually right after you’ve stepped on a squeaky board or tripped over a Lego—whe…
Modern Organic Meets Modern Durable: How to Get the Look with LVP
If you’ve been flipping through design mags or scrolling dreamy remodel pics lately, you’ve proba…
Vintage Looks, Modern Performance: LVP for Retro-Inspired Spaces
Here’s the truth: Good style never really goes out of style.
LVP That Stands Out: Bold Maximalist Floors Without the Maintenance
If 2025 has taught us anything, it’s this: “Less is more” is officially on vacation.
European Revival Starts with the Floor: Elegant LVP Styles to Build From
You know what’s funny? People talk about European Revival like it’s some new design trend.
Coastal Modern Floors: Light, Airy LVP for Your Relaxed Retreat
Imagine waking up to sunlight bouncing off clean, bright floors. Your coffee’s hot, your dog’s st…
Want a Long Lasting Hardwood Floor? Don’t Just Buy a Product—Buy a Plan
Look—just about any hardwood floor looks great the day it’s installed. The grain’s fresh, the sta…
Wide Plank Hardwood Floors? They’re Not Just a Trend—They’re a Legacy.
You ever walk into a room and feel your jaw drop before you even realize why? That’s usually a wi…
Want Fast, Beautiful Hardwood Floors? Go Prefinished and Let’s Get It Done
Let’s be honest—not everyone has the time (or patience) to wait for sanders, stain samples, and m…
Sand & Finish Hardwood Floors? Worth It? You Bet Your Polyurethane It Is.
If you're asking whether sanding and finishing your hardwood floors is worth it, you're probably…
A Floor Without a Plan Is Just a Pile of Planks!
Hardwood Floor Design Services in Nashville by McGrath Floor & Design
2025 Kitchen Cabinet Designs That Make You Want to Cook at Home
Listen, folks—if your kitchen cabinets still scream "2005 builder basic," it might be time for an…
Kitchen Floor and Cabinet Remodeling? Don’t DIY This One, Call McGrath
Here’s a question we hear all the time: "Can I just replace the cabinets now and wait on the floo…
Shopping for New Kitchen Cabinets? Don’t Get Burned
You know the drill: walk into a big box store, ask about cabinets, and get handed a laminated cat…
Book Your Free Kitchen Design Consultation Before You Demo Anything
Look, we love a good DIY spirit. But if your idea of a kitchen reno starts with ripping out the u…
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Done Right—The McGrath Way
Let’s face it. Kitchen and bath remodeling can either be the best decision you’ve ever made or a…
Custom Kitchen Design That Feels Like It Was Built Just for You
Your kitchen shouldn’t look like a showroom. It should look like you. That’s where custom kitchen…
Engineered vs. Solid Hardwood? Let’s Set the Record Straight
If you’ve ever stood in a flooring showroom staring at two beautiful planks—one solid, one engine…
A New Home For Us
Well, folks, today marks a monumental day in the life of McGrath Floor & Design! After months…
Stop the Madness! Why Vinegar & Water Are a Hardwood Floor’s Worst Enemy
Alright, folks, it’s time for some real talk about one of the biggest myths in home maintenance—c…
McGrath's Custom Sand and Finish: Floors and Beyond
Alright, let’s talk craftsmanship, McGrath style. We’re not just about laying down planks and…
Remember Half Time in America?
Half time in America, the Chrysler super bowl commercial featuring Clint Eastwood. Enjoy it again…
How to Get a Longer-Lasting Floor Without Breaking the Bank
Let’s face it—choosing the right floor can feel like trying to pick the fastest line at the groce…
Stairway to Hardwood Heaven
Folks, let me tell you—there’s something undeniably special about a well-crafted staircase. It’s…
The Little Office Space That Could
You know, there’s something special about a small space with a big heart. This little 12x12 office…
Like Us, Hickory Hardwood Floor Are In Style
Searching for hickory hardwood floors? We've got Nashville, TN's lowest hickory pricing.Call McGrat…
Find a floor prize outside your front
You know, when you buy a floor from www.McGrathfloordesign.com, after completion of the project, fi…
The Natural
A natural isn’t manufactured. It’s earned—until instinct looks like simplicity, and mastery l…
Somebody Had to Do It
Somewhere along the way, people started calling me the “Woodmaster of the Universe.”
Now tha…
Why McGrath Floor & Design Is Different
Most flooring stores sell products.
Some install them well. Some install them badly. Some di…
Vive La Plank!
How the French Quietly Took Over America’s Floors And why McGrath Floor & Design is happ…
O Brother, Where Art Thou?
When that ice storm came through Middle Tennessee that winter, it didn’t really bother knocki…
Franklin’s Front Porch
The art of intentional design is a funny thing. Most people know it when they feel it. Very f…
When the Storm Hits, We Show Up Anyway
When a record-smashing ice storm rolled through the Nashville area this past winter, it didn’…
A Whole Lotta Love: When Restoration Becomes a Bridge
There’s a moment in Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” where everything feels immediate—unfilt…
Good Flooring Lives With You
A floor is a funny thing.
Most people walk on it every day without thinking much about it un…
Why Cutoff Valves Often Fail After Flooring Installers Use Them
When floor covering installers remove or disconnect plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, pedes…
The Flooring Store Is Dead. Long Live the Project Partner.
There was a time when buying flooring meant walking into a warehouse, staring at 4,000 square…
Rallying Like The Volunteers - Ice Storm Update #2
We've been slammed, helping storm warriors, (Tennesseans are never victims, just surprised pa…
Three Angels & The Flood of the Century
When it started raining heavily on May 2nd, 2010, we did not realize the shockingly profound…
Impact of The Nashville Bomb "Icepalooza" Cyclone Update
After Last week's ice storm, I realized how poorly prepared we were in the event of a power…
McGrath Floor & Design: Excellence Built on Legacy
The Foundation
In the McGrath family, excellence was never optional. It was simply how th…
The Bomb Cyclone Open House
The Bomb Cyclone Open House
I moved here in 1982. I have never seen such widespread dama…
Holiday Prime Rib Roast Story
McGrath Floor & Design: Nashville's Most Popular One-Stop Shop for Beautiful Home renovatio…
Meet Rick & Sherry McGrath
McGrath Floor & Design: Nashville's Most Popular One-Stop Shop for Beautiful Home renovatio…
Best Laminate Floors for Franklin & Brentwood Homes
Why these top selections give you style, performance, and real‑world durability right here in Mid…
Laminate Flooring That Handles Real Life: Durability Meets Style
If your home could talk, it’d probably say three words when it comes to floors: “Handle real life…
Modern Warm Woods: 2025 Laminate Flooring Looks That Feel Like Home
There’s something happening in homes right now — and I love it.
Japandi & LVP: Minimal, Zen Flooring that Handles Real Life
There’s a moment—usually right after you’ve stepped on a squeaky board or tripped over a Lego—whe…
Modern Organic Meets Modern Durable: How to Get the Look with LVP
If you’ve been flipping through design mags or scrolling dreamy remodel pics lately, you’ve proba…
Vintage Looks, Modern Performance: LVP for Retro-Inspired Spaces
Here’s the truth: Good style never really goes out of style.
LVP That Stands Out: Bold Maximalist Floors Without the Maintenance
If 2025 has taught us anything, it’s this: “Less is more” is officially on vacation.
European Revival Starts with the Floor: Elegant LVP Styles to Build From
You know what’s funny? People talk about European Revival like it’s some new design trend.
Coastal Modern Floors: Light, Airy LVP for Your Relaxed Retreat
Imagine waking up to sunlight bouncing off clean, bright floors. Your coffee’s hot, your dog’s st…
Want a Long Lasting Hardwood Floor? Don’t Just Buy a Product—Buy a Plan
Look—just about any hardwood floor looks great the day it’s installed. The grain’s fresh, the sta…
Wide Plank Hardwood Floors? They’re Not Just a Trend—They’re a Legacy.
You ever walk into a room and feel your jaw drop before you even realize why? That’s usually a wi…
Want Fast, Beautiful Hardwood Floors? Go Prefinished and Let’s Get It Done
Let’s be honest—not everyone has the time (or patience) to wait for sanders, stain samples, and m…
Sand & Finish Hardwood Floors? Worth It? You Bet Your Polyurethane It Is.
If you're asking whether sanding and finishing your hardwood floors is worth it, you're probably…
A Floor Without a Plan Is Just a Pile of Planks!
Hardwood Floor Design Services in Nashville by McGrath Floor & Design
2025 Kitchen Cabinet Designs That Make You Want to Cook at Home
Listen, folks—if your kitchen cabinets still scream "2005 builder basic," it might be time for an…
Kitchen Floor and Cabinet Remodeling? Don’t DIY This One, Call McGrath
Here’s a question we hear all the time: "Can I just replace the cabinets now and wait on the floo…
Shopping for New Kitchen Cabinets? Don’t Get Burned
You know the drill: walk into a big box store, ask about cabinets, and get handed a laminated cat…
Book Your Free Kitchen Design Consultation Before You Demo Anything
Look, we love a good DIY spirit. But if your idea of a kitchen reno starts with ripping out the u…
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Done Right—The McGrath Way
Let’s face it. Kitchen and bath remodeling can either be the best decision you’ve ever made or a…
Custom Kitchen Design That Feels Like It Was Built Just for You
Your kitchen shouldn’t look like a showroom. It should look like you. That’s where custom kitchen…
Engineered vs. Solid Hardwood? Let’s Set the Record Straight
If you’ve ever stood in a flooring showroom staring at two beautiful planks—one solid, one engine…
A New Home For Us
Well, folks, today marks a monumental day in the life of McGrath Floor & Design! After months…
Stop the Madness! Why Vinegar & Water Are a Hardwood Floor’s Worst Enemy
Alright, folks, it’s time for some real talk about one of the biggest myths in home maintenance—c…
McGrath's Custom Sand and Finish: Floors and Beyond
Alright, let’s talk craftsmanship, McGrath style. We’re not just about laying down planks and…
Remember Half Time in America?
Half time in America, the Chrysler super bowl commercial featuring Clint Eastwood. Enjoy it again…
How to Get a Longer-Lasting Floor Without Breaking the Bank
Let’s face it—choosing the right floor can feel like trying to pick the fastest line at the groce…
Stairway to Hardwood Heaven
Folks, let me tell you—there’s something undeniably special about a well-crafted staircase. It’s…
The Little Office Space That Could
You know, there’s something special about a small space with a big heart. This little 12x12 office…
Like Us, Hickory Hardwood Floor Are In Style
Searching for hickory hardwood floors? We've got Nashville, TN's lowest hickory pricing.Call McGrat…
Find a floor prize outside your front
You know, when you buy a floor from www.McGrathfloordesign.com, after completion of the project, fi…