Tile, typically a bathroom and kitchen flooring essential, has been used in more home-design applications in recent years. Today’s hardwood-simulating planks, subway and marble-look tiles, as well as ...

Hardwood floor installation made easy. Learn about costs, installation methods, timelines, and how to choose the best contractor for a flawless finish.

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Lightly textured or porous surfaces. Well-bonded, solid floors. Dry, clean, well-cured concrete (cured for at least 60 days prior). Wood floors with plywood on top. All surfaces must be clean and dust ...

For a hardworking floor surface, you can't go wrong with prefinished laminate planks. They're affordable and easy to install, and they come in many styles and colors. Many lines of laminate plank ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...