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Vonderheide Floor Coverings Warehouse located on 290 Derby St in Pekin, IL.

What Can You Buy at a Warehouse Sale?

When people hear the words warehouse sale, they often picture damaged products, outdated styles, or flooring that no one else wanted. That's one of the biggest misconceptions we hear.

The reality is very different.

At Vonderheide Floor Coverings, our warehouse is filled with quality flooring from many of the same trusted brands we sell every day in our showroom. If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, need flooring immediately, or have a smaller DIY project, shopping a warehouse sale could save you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars.

Here's what you can actually expect to find.

What You'll Find at Our Warehouse Sale

Our warehouse, located at 290 Derby St. in Pekin, offers clearance pricing on quality flooring from top manufacturers, including:

  • Mohawk
  • Daltile
  • Metroflor
  • And many other trusted flooring brands

Pricing starts as low as $0.89 per square foot, making it one of the best values you'll find locally.

Unlike our main showroom at 105 N. 14th St., where you'll browse complete product collections and special-order options, our warehouse is stocked with flooring that's already on local shelves and ready to take home the same day.

Depending on current inventory, you may find:

  • Luxury vinyl plank (LVP)
  • Luxury vinyl tile (LVT)
  • Carpet remnants
  • Carpet roll odd lots
  • End-of-pallet flooring
  • Other in-stock clearance flooring

Inventory changes constantly, so every visit can be different.

Why Is Warehouse Flooring So Affordable?

Another common misconception is that warehouse flooring must be damaged or defective because of the low prices.

In our experience, that's simply not the case.

Many of the products in our warehouse came from jobs completed through our main showroom. Sometimes a customer orders a little extra material that isn't needed. Other times, flooring has already been cut before a project changes direction or is canceled. Those pieces don't have a place in our showroom inventory, so they're moved to our warehouse.

That means you'll often find flooring from the same premium brands we proudly sell every day, just at significantly reduced prices because of the quantity or circumstances, not because of the quality.

If the amount available fits your project, you can walk away with an incredible value.

A Real Example From One of Our Customers

Not long ago, a customer came into our showroom needing flooring immediately.

They were working against a tight deadline, planned to install everything themselves, and had a budget that left very little room for flexibility.

Instead of trying to force a special-order product into their timeline, we pointed them to our warehouse just a couple of miles away.

They found vinyl plank remnants from one of our top flooring brands that fit both their project and their budget. Better yet, they were able to purchase exactly what they needed and take it home that same day.

That's exactly the type of situation where a warehouse sale shines.

Who Should Shop a Warehouse Sale?

Warehouse sales aren't for everyone, and we're honest about that.

The Warehouse Is a Great Choice If You:

  • Have a tight budget.
  • Need flooring immediately.
  • Are tackling a DIY project.
  • Are replacing flooring in a single room.
  • Are updating a rental property.
  • Have flexible design preferences.
  • Don't need an exact color or style.

If you're comfortable working with the inventory that's available, you can often find exceptional deals.

You May Be Better Off Visiting Our Showroom If You:

If you're remodeling your entire home, have specific design goals, or want to maximize your home's value, we usually recommend visiting our main showroom first.

There you'll have access to complete product collections, special-order options, professional design guidance, and flooring selected specifically for your home's needs.

Most whole-home remodeling projects are better served by starting at our showroom on 105 N. 14th St. in Pekin.

How to Shop a Warehouse Sale Successfully

Over the years, we've found that a little preparation goes a long way.

Measure Before You Arrive

Always measure your rooms before shopping and plan to purchase extra material for waste and future repairs.

As a general guideline:

  • 5% extra for simple square rooms with very little cutting.
  • 10% extra for most standard rectangular rooms.
  • 15% extra for rooms with angles, closets, or complicated layouts.

Buying a little extra now is much easier than trying to find matching flooring later, especially when warehouse inventory changes frequently.

Research the Right Flooring for Your Space

Price shouldn't be the only factor.

Think about how the room will be used. Is it a bathroom? A basement? A busy family room? A rental property? The right flooring for your space matters.

Different flooring products perform better in different environments. If you're unsure, ask our warehouse team. We'd much rather help you choose the right product than have you disappointed later.

Don't Wait Too Long

This is probably the biggest piece of advice we give.

Warehouse inventory isn't replenished like a traditional showroom. Once an end-of-pallet product or carpet remnant is gone, there's a good chance we won't receive that exact material again.

If you find something that fits your project, don't assume it'll still be there next week.

Don't Miss Our "Almost-Free" Sale

If you've been thinking about updating a room without spending a fortune, this Saturday, August 8th 2026, is one of the best times to visit.

Join us at our warehouse at 290 Derby St. in Pekin from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for our "Almost-Free" Sale, where we'll be offering even bigger discounts on end-of-pallet flooring and carpet roll odd lots.

Whether you're finishing a basement, updating a rental, replacing a damaged floor, or tackling your next DIY project, you may be surprised by what you can find, and how little you have to spend.

Our warehouse team, Jeff and TJ, will be happy to answer your questions and help you find the right flooring for your project.