Why shop at a specialty retailer instead of a big box store? This is one of the most frequent questions we hear, and one of our most favorites to answer. We believe that service and experience are the strongest reasons for shopping at specialty retailers like us. The Straus Carpets difference is that we take the time to listen to your needs and then only show you the materials that will work for you. Sales, while obviously important, are not our focus when we’re talking abou