More Than Just Flooring: A Look Inside Our Process
When most people think about flooring, they think about choosing a color or picking between hardwood and vinyl. But what makes a truly great result? It’s not just the product—it’s the process.
At Coastal Floor Coverings, we’ve built our reputation on how we work just as much as what we install. From our in-house certified crews to our curated product lines and our detailed planning, everything is designed to support a smooth, professional experience from start to finish.
This post takes you behind the scenes—into how we work, who we are, and what makes CFC different.
A Team Built on Installation, Not Sales
Most flooring stores start in retail and outsource the work. We started on the job site.
Founder Joey Barkis spent over 13 years as a full-time installer before opening the CFC showroom in Carmel. That hands-on experience now guides every recommendation, every project plan, and every crew we send into the field.
We don’t just sell materials—we understand how they perform, what challenges they present, and how to make them last. That’s why our clients return project after project, year after year.
What Sets Us Apart
Here’s what working with CFC really looks like:
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Skilled, Specialized Crews
We’ve built four dedicated teams for different types of installs: hardwood/refinishing, carpet/LVP, tile/specialty surfaces, and demo/logistics. You get the right crew for the job—every time.
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Installation-First Product Selection
We only carry brands we’d install in our own homes. We choose materials based on performance, consistency, and client satisfaction—not just showroom appeal.
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Personalized Project Planning
Whether you’re remodeling one room or an entire home, we adapt our timeline and flow to your lifestyle. We regularly coordinate around pets, furniture, and tight schedules.
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Clean Worksites & Clear Communication
Our crews are trained in job site etiquette, daily cleanup, and keeping you in the loop. We treat your home with the respect it deserves.
A Sample Project Flow
Here’s how a typical project unfolds with us:
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In-Person or Virtual Consultation
We walk your space, talk through options, and provide a detailed, pressure-free estimate.
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Material Selection & Scheduling
Choose from our curated hardwood, vinyl, tile, or rug lines. We’ll order materials and book install dates that work for you.
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Demo & Prep (If Needed)
We carefully remove old flooring, level subfloors, and prep the space for a clean install—working around furniture or in phases if needed.
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Installation
Our crew arrives on time, performs a clean, efficient install, and communicates progress daily.
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Final Walkthrough & Care Kit
Once your new flooring is in, we walk through the space with you, answer questions, and provide care instructions + a long-term contact.
What We Install
Whether it’s a design-driven remodel or a practical upgrade, we offer a wide range of flooring and wall surface solutions:
Hardwood & Laminate
Durable, natural materials installed by skilled hands with decades of experience.
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Waterproof, stylish, and low-maintenance flooring ideal for high-traffic areas.
Carpet & Custom Rugs
Wall-to-wall carpet, designer-bound area rugs, and custom stair runners—including our in-house CFC Signature Series.
Tile & Stone
Bathroom floors, backsplashes, wet rooms, and feature walls—all installed by our specialty tile crew.
Wall Coverings
Textured slat walls, acoustic panels, and high-end designer finishes that bring dimension to any room.
Trusted Brands, Hand-Selected for Quality
Our curated product line includes:
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DuChâteau – Refined hardwood and wall treatments
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Prestige Mills – Luxury carpets and woven rugs
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Nexxacore – Quiet-core waterproof vinyl plank
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GAIA – Eco-conscious, high-performance flooring
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Mullican Hardwood – American-made hardwood collections
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UCL – Versatile and durable flooring solutions
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CFC Signature Series – Our custom rug design line
Each brand we carry has been vetted for performance, aesthetic versatility, and service support.
FAQs We Hear All the Time
Q: Can you work around our schedule or pets?
Yes. We regularly phase projects one room at a time and coordinate installs to minimize disruption to daily life.
Q: Do you move furniture or handle demo?
Absolutely. We handle demo, removal, cleanup, and furniture moving with care and professionalism.
Q: Can we visit the showroom?
Yes! Our Carmel showroom is open by appointment and stocked with full-size samples of carpet, hardwood, vinyl, and more.
Final Thoughts
We believe flooring is more than a surface—it’s part of how you live. That’s why we focus on doing the job right: the right material, the right method, the right crew. It’s how we’ve earned the trust of clients from Carmel to Seaside, and how we’ll continue to serve this community for years to come.
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