We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Vinyl is a popular flooring choice because it can mimic hardwood or stone tiles, but is more affordable and a more durable choice for ...

Need to know how to repair vinyl flooring? Have a few broken, peeling or damaged kitchen floor tiles? This excerpt, taken from Upgrade Your House (Creative Publishing International, 2010) by Philip ...

Q-We have a one-piece linoleum floor of the type found in many kitchens. While we were moving our refrigerator, the wheels caught and made several jagged tears. We do not have any matching scraps. Is ...

Finding the exact cause of the squeak, and then choosing the best remedy, isn’t always a simple task. Don’t be surprised if you have to try several solutions before you stop it for good. But don’t ...

If you've ever heard your floorboards creak as someone (hopefully someone you know) tried to tiptoe across them, then you've probably wondered how to fix squeaky floors. After all, who wants to feel ...

Minor damage may even enhance the rustic look of distressed or hand-scraped floors by blending in with other patina, but you’ll probably want to fix other flaws. Check the manufacturer’s manual for ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

You never know what you'll find when you pull out old carpet. We have three options to suggest if your hardwood floors are ...

QWe have hardwood floors throughout our house, and they are warped in a couple of places, scratched and dark looking in others. We can’t afford all new floors. Is there any way to smooth the warped ...

Q: The floor in my kitchen squeaks in an area approximately 2 feet by 4 feet. The subfloor appears to be separated from the floor joist, causing the sounds. I have used many shims, but that has not ...