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The Homestore We are a full-service interior design showroom. We take pride in providing quality products tailored to meet your needs.

We offer a wide range of options to fit every budget and our goal is to help you find the best solution for your home. We are a full service interior design showroom with professional interior designers. We can make your project easy and enjoyable, whether it is simply selecting a paint color or space planning the home you are about to build. We have a large showroom featuring all types of flooring, Hirshfield's paint, window blinds, custom window treatments, counter tops, back splashes, and more! We partner with skilled, trained and insured installation contractors to ensure that you are satisfied with our whole process and love the end result.

One of the best things you can do for your hardwood floors heading into fall and winter? Control the humidity in your ho...
10/20/2026

One of the best things you can do for your hardwood floors heading into fall and winter? Control the humidity in your home. 🌑️

Here's why it matters:

πŸͺ΅ Wood is a natural material that expands and contracts with moisture levels. Low winter humidity, especially once the heat kicks on, can cause planks to shrink and gaps to form between them.

πŸ’§ The ideal indoor humidity level for hardwood floors is between 35 and 55 percent.

🌬️ Running a humidifier in the colder months can make a real difference in how your floors look and perform over time.

🧹 Avoid wet mopping hardwood in any season. A slightly damp mop or a hardwood-specific cleaner is all you need.

A little seasonal care goes a long way with hardwood. πŸ’‘

The fireplace is on. The room is full. And the floors are doing exactly what they were meant to do. πŸ”₯🏑There's a reason c...
10/16/2026

The fireplace is on. The room is full. And the floors are doing exactly what they were meant to do. πŸ”₯🏑

There's a reason certain rooms feel like the heart of the home in October. High ceilings, warm light, a fire going, and carpet that makes every step feel deliberate and soft. It all adds up to something that's more than just a good-looking space. It's the room people gravitate toward.

Flooring is the foundation of that feeling. It sets the tone, absorbs the sound, and anchors everything above it.

What room in your home becomes the gathering spot in fall? 🍁

Did you know the color of your kitchen floor can actually affect how hungry you feel? πŸ€”Color psychology in interior desi...
10/13/2026

Did you know the color of your kitchen floor can actually affect how hungry you feel? πŸ€”

Color psychology in interior design is real, and floors play a bigger role than most people think.

🌿 Warm wood tones like this honey oak are associated with comfort, appetite, and a welcoming atmosphere. No coincidence that so many great kitchens use them.

❄️ Very cool or stark floors can make a kitchen feel clinical and less inviting, even when everything else is beautifully designed.

πŸ‚ Earthy, natural tones in particular have been shown to make people feel more relaxed and at ease in a space.

Your kitchen floor sets the emotional temperature of the room before anyone even starts cooking. Something worth thinking about. πŸ’‘

October is prime time for kitchen projects, and one question we hear a lot is: what floor actually holds up in a kitchen...
10/09/2026

October is prime time for kitchen projects, and one question we hear a lot is: what floor actually holds up in a kitchen long term? πŸ€”

Here's what matters most in this room specifically:

🍳 Comfort underfoot. You stand here for long stretches. Materials with a little give, like LVP or cushioned tile, make a real difference over time.

πŸ’§ True waterproofing. Kitchens see spills constantly. Water resistant is not the same as waterproof. Know which you're getting before you buy.

🌑️ Stability. Kitchens experience heat, humidity, and temperature changes. Materials that expand and contract significantly can cause problems over time.

🧹 Ease of cleaning. Grout lines, texture, and finish all affect how easy the floor is to maintain day to day.

Fall is the season that finally gives you permission to go deep and rich with your interiors. πŸ‚πŸŒΏA jewel-toned chair. A v...
10/06/2026

Fall is the season that finally gives you permission to go deep and rich with your interiors. πŸ‚πŸŒΏ

A jewel-toned chair. A vintage rug with history in every thread. Warm wood floors visible just at the edges, grounding the whole composition.

This is what layering looks like when it's done with intention. And the secret is that the floors don't have to be the showstopper. Sometimes their job is to be the quiet backdrop that makes everything else look like it belongs.

If you've been thinking about a sitting room, reading corner, or formal living refresh this fall, October is the time. 🍁

There is something deeply satisfying about a room that leans all the way into the season. Warm textures, earthy tones, t...
10/02/2026

There is something deeply satisfying about a room that leans all the way into the season. Warm textures, earthy tones, the kind of layering that makes you want to cancel your plans and stay right here. πŸ‚

The light herringbone floors in this space do exactly what a great floor should do. They let everything on top of them shine without competing. The rug, the furniture, the seasonal touches, all of it reads as intentional because the foundation is solid.

What's your fall decorating style? Bold and cozy or minimal and warm? 🧑

Fall is the season that finally gives you permission to go bold. 🀩The lighter, breezier aesthetic of summer starts to gi...
09/30/2026

Fall is the season that finally gives you permission to go bold. 🀩

The lighter, breezier aesthetic of summer starts to give way to something richer. Deeper tones. Warmer textures. Spaces that feel like they were designed to stay in.

September is the perfect time to start dreaming about a space that finally matches the season. What room in your home needs a fall refresh? πŸ‚

The table is set. The leaves are turning. The season is here. πŸ‚πŸ‘There's something about a dining room in September that ...
09/24/2026

The table is set. The leaves are turning. The season is here. πŸ‚πŸ‘

There's something about a dining room in September that feels different from any other month. The windows start showing color outside. The light gets warmer. And suddenly this room becomes the center of the home again.

Light floors like these do something important in a space like this. They keep everything feeling fresh and open even as the palette outside gets richer and moodier. 🀎

Did you know the herringbone pattern has been used in flooring for over 2,000 years? 🀯πŸͺ΅It first appeared in ancient Roma...
09/23/2026

Did you know the herringbone pattern has been used in flooring for over 2,000 years? 🀯πŸͺ΅

It first appeared in ancient Roman roads and has been a symbol of sophisticated craftsmanship ever since. It showed up in the grand estates of 16th century France, carried through to Victorian-era homes, and now it's one of the most sought-after patterns in modern interior design.

The reason it endures is simple: the angled, interlocking pattern is structurally strong, visually dynamic, and works in almost every design style from traditional to ultra-modern. πŸ™Œ

There's a moment every September when the light shifts and suddenly all you want is a cozy corner to disappear into. πŸ“–A ...
09/18/2026

There's a moment every September when the light shifts and suddenly all you want is a cozy corner to disappear into. πŸ“–

A good book. A soft blanket. A chair by the window that feels like it was made for exactly this.

Carpet makes those moments even better. It's quiet underfoot, warm in the morning, and turns an ordinary room into the kind of space you actually want to spend time in. πŸ‚

Address

554 SW 1st Street
Montevideo, MN
56265

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+13202692144

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