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At Central Rug and Floors, we’re a family-owned flooring store and brick-and-mortar showroom in Evanston, IL, where we proudly serve homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Chicago Area. From luxury vinyl and hardwood to carpet, tile, and laminate, we offer a curated selection of in-stock flooring available locally, along with expert guidance and professional installation handled by our trusted local team.
Visit Our Showroom or Browse Our Expanded Online Flooring Catalog
To give our customers even more choice, we are an authorized Flooring America partner. This partnership allows our customers to browse an expanded online flooring catalog while still working directly with our Evanston showroom for product selection, ordering, and installation. Whether you visit us in person or explore options online, you’ll receive the same personalized service and community-first care that has defined our family business for 100 years!
In-Stock Flooring Available in Our Beautiful Evanston Showroom
(Local inventory you can see, touch, and take home)
Great Deals and Ready to Install!
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Expanded Online Flooring Selection Catalog
(Available through our Flooring America partnership)
Why Your Neighbors Choose to Shop Family-Owned Flooring Over Big Box
Let’s be real—floors aren’t just something you walk on, they’re the foundation of your home’s vibe. And when it comes to picking them out, most people in our community skip the big-box shuffle and stick with family-owned shops. Here’s why:
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You’re a neighbor, not a number. We actually know your name—and probably your dog’s.
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Local roots run deep. Your dollars stay in the community, not some faraway HQ.
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Real expertise, not guesswork. Generations of flooring knowledge beats “seasonal help” any day.
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Curated choices. No overwhelming aisles, just flooring we’d actually put in our own homes.
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Accountability. Our family name is on the sign, so you can bet we stand behind every install.
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Relationships that last. We’re here long after the project’s done—because chances are, we’ll see you at the grocery store.
At the end of the day, family flooring stores are built on trust, care, and community—exactly what you want when you’re making a big investment in your home.
"Our condo association sought multiple quotes for replacing our common area carpeting, and Central proved the most competitive. They are—personable, ready to please, and always kept us in the loop. They made the process of coordinating across multiple board members a breeze."
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