A squeaking floor is annoying. It’s one of those building defects that just gets to you. While we typically associate creaking and squeaking floors with old houses, the problem occurs in newer homes, ...

Q: I want to install a wood floor over a concrete slab in my downstairs bedroom. What kind of flooring material is needed, and how do I install it? A: Wood floors are beautiful and, with intermediate ...

Some floor materials are durable, easy to install, and look great for years. But other flooring comes with a host of problems that devalue your expensive purchase. We spoke to home designers and ...

If you watch house-hunting shows, you’ve probably seen prospective buyers light up at the sight of hardwood. If you watch renovation shows, though, you’ll also see how expensive it can actually be to ...

Ever heard anyone walk into a home and say, “Yuck. Wood floors”? Didn’t think so. And you won’t. Ever. Wood floors are always right. They are at home in any home. And unlike wall color, tile, carpet, ...