About Us

Why Choose Disntinctive Carpet and Tile?

Founded in 1988, Distinctive Carpet and Tile has been a cornerstone of the Davie community for over three decades, offering a seamless blend of tradition, quality, and innovation in flooring solutions. As a family-owned and operated business, it serves as a trusted one-stop destination for all flooring needs, providing customers with the latest trends in flooring fashion and technology while ensuring an educational and stress-free shopping experience.

The roots of Distinctive Carpet and Tile trace back to 1957 when Harry Swift began his career selling carpets at Polk Brothers in Chicago. Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, Harry founded Swift Carpets, which quickly grew to include two thriving locations in the Chicago area. Harry’s son-in-law, Marv, later joined the business, bringing his own dedication and leadership to the family enterprise. Together, they built a strong reputation for quality, customer service, and competitive pricing, which became the cornerstone of their success.

Seeking new opportunities and a warmer climate, Marv moved his family to South Florida and established Distinctive Carpet and Tile, bringing with him the same principles that had guided Swift Carpets. His sons, Paul and Jason, grew up immersed in the family trade, learning firsthand the importance of exceptional customer service and the timeless mantra: “The customer is always right.” Over the years, Marv’s strategic buying and negotiation skills helped the business flourish, while Paul and Jason honed their expertise to carry on the family legacy.

Today, Distinctive Carpet and Tile stands out not only for its high-quality products and competitive pricing but also for its unwavering commitment to superior customer service. Customers are welcomed by one of the owners, ensuring a personalized experience backed by three generations of industry knowledge. With glowing reviews on platforms like Yelp and Google, the store has become synonymous with trust, style, and reliability. Whether you’re seeking durability, affordability, or the latest design trends, Distinctive Carpet and Tile remains a trusted name in flooring, proudly upholding a legacy of excellence in the Davie community and beyond.

Family History

It all started in 1957 when my grandfather, Harry Swift, got a job at Polk Brothers selling carpet. It wasn’t soon before he opened his own carpet store, Swift Carpets, in the greater Chicago area.

The store was so successful that within seven years he opened a second store in Glenview (suburb just outside of Chicago). When my Dad married my Grandfather’s daughter (my Mother), my Grandfather gave him a job running the Glenview store.

Many great memories were had at the store as Swift carpets established itself as one of the top flooring stores in the greater Chicago area. Along with the growing success, my mother and father were also getting busy starting a family which grew to include two boys and a little baby girl.

After many prosperous years, my dad, sick of all the harsh winters, decided to strike it out on his own and moved the family to South Florida where he established Distinctive Carpet and Tile. Soon, the oldest of the two boys, Paul, began working at the store followed by his younger brother Jason.

Upon training us, one of the main things he taught us was the importance of customer service. Regardless of the circumstances customers always came first and we followed the age old motto “The customers always right.” Along with this philosophy we have always strived to offer our customers the best pricing in the industry. Buying right was the key, my dad always stressed and he grew to become an excellent negotiator.

Having been in the same plaza for over twenty six years, we still carry that same tradition. Son’s Paul and Jason run the day to day operations while Dad, Marv, still manages to sneak in once in a while from time to time.

When you buy from Distinctive Carpet and Tile you are buying from three generations of flooring experience. Upon walking into the store, one of the owners is always on hand to service you, and we still offer some of the best prices in town.