Home Improvement Tips & Ideas
Floors are the hardest working surfaces in a home! Get tips for choosing the best floors, including hardwood, laminate, carpet, vinyl and tile
Hey, Tom Kraeutler here from The Money Pit. Now, when it comes to flooring, tile can go where hardwood can’t – humid environments like bathrooms and kitchens. But traditional tile can be a hassle to install, requiring grout, mortar and power tools. Now there’s a flooring option that combines the practicality of tile with the …
Lumber Liquidators’ Click Ceramic Plank Tile Flooring Goes Where Hardwood Can’tWatch Now
I’m renovating a home I just purchased. I want to know if it is ok to tile on plywood. The previous tile in the bathroom was set directly on the plywood and it looked fine. I am reading that tiling on plywood should be avoided, while others are claiming it is okay to do. What …
We have squeaking sub-flooring in our hallway upstairs. Â We have had the carpet pulled back and we are ready to make the floor squeak repair by putting screw nails through the sub-flooring into the floor joists. Â How long should the screw nails be?
Floor Squeak Repair: Screws vs. Nails for Sub-flooringRead More
We purchased our home this past winter in Northern NJ. Our den area has a floating laminate floor that looks like it was installed in the past 2-3 years and is in good shape. However, we just noticed that in one area of the den a couple of the boards are buckling upward, and have …
Looking for a way to pull the rooms in your home together with unique flooring that complements your décor? The Blue Drift Collection from Lumber Liquidators is inspired by nature and scenes from the shore. The blue tones in these striking floors bring cool shades and variegation, providing a serene foundation for any room and …
On-Trend Blue-Tone Flooring Brings a Natural Feel to Your HomeRead More
I’m a first time home buyer. I am going to purchase a home that needs some TLC, especially in the kitchen. Should I replace the flooring before or after installing the new top and bottom cabinets?
Whether it’s red wine or black market, sooner or later, your carpet will suffer a stain no amount of scrubbing can erase. In these instances, the best way to move forward is to cut the stain out of your carpet and replace it with a patch. Instead of hiring a pro to do this, you …
If your carpet’s seen better days, there’s no need to grin and bear it. You can easily remove carpeting yourself in an afternoon with some basic tools and materials, saving up to $200 in the process. Here’s what you’ll need for this simple DIY project: TOOLS & MATERIALS Furniture Sliders Hammer Flat Head Screwdriver Pliers …
What is the best kind of laminate flooring to use in a bathroom?
I recently renovated my basement. The concrete floor slants toward a drain in the floor. We installed laminate flooring, and in order to have the laminate flooring leveled – we had to place several sheets of underlayment around the drain so that it would “build” the concrete up so that it was level. I then installed …
Cracked tile doesn’t just look bad. With its sharp edges, it can also be dangerous. If you have a cracked tile or two around your home, you don’t have to call a pro to fix them. You can do it on your own. All you need to repair floor tile are the right tools and …
When it comes to flooring, tile can go where hardwood can’t – humid environments like bathrooms and kitchens. But traditional tile can be a hassle to install, requiring grout, mortar and power tools. Now there’s a flooring option that combines the practicality of tile with the look of wood – and the ease of a …
Lumber Liquidators’ Click Ceramic Plank Tile Flooring is Durable and BeautifulRead More
When it comes to flooring, tile has a stability that allows it to go where hardwood can’t – humid environments like bathrooms and kitchens that would cause the wood to swell and shrink. But while it’s a good choice for these rooms, traditional tile flooring can be a hassle to install, requiring grout, mortar and …
Lumber Liquidators’ Click Ceramic Plank Tile Flooring is Durable and BeautifulRead More
Laminate flooring can quickly transform the look and feel of a room. Planks lock together without the need for traditional fastening or glue, making it ideal for DIY installation. Here’s what you’ll need for this satisfying intermediate-level project. TOOLS Utility Knife Pry Bar Hammer Wet/Dry Vac Level Tape Measure 4-ft. Level Hand Saw Jigsaw Laminate …
Find out what type of flooring is best for each room in your home and Learn about the pros and cons of hardwood, wood, bamboo, laminate, vinyl, carpet, ceramic tile and more.
There are blueish stains on the linoleum floor in my bathroom, possibly caused by the rubber mat backing on an area rug. How can I remove these rubber mat stains on my  floor?
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Would you know how to get “blueish” stains out of linoleum, maybe caused from the rubber backing of a bathroom rug? Rubber-backed carpets can provide warmth and comfort in baths and kitchen. Unfortunately, they can also permanently damage many vinyl and linoleum floors. Here’s why: Anti-oxidants, added to the rubber during the manufacturing process to …
Most laminate flooring can resist water for only 30 minutes before the floor gets damaged. So what happens if you miss a spill? Pergo Outlast+ with SpillProtect24 puts those worries to rest. This beautiful laminate flooring is water-resistant for up to 24 hours, so you can rest assured that your new floors will stay clean and sleek.
Pergo Outlast+ with Spillprotect24 Resists Water and Ends WorriesRead More
Our new 1960s old home has a full basement but is unfinished. The previous owners had carpet down there but removed it due to a damp spring. After removal, they place 1/4 inch cement board, and did it without adhering it to the floor. I would like to utilize this cement board and install 12×12 …
Getting ready to install vinyl flooring? Here’s tip to help you get warmed up. Vinyl flooring is easiest to work with at room temperature.Â
You have many options when it comes to kitchen floor materials that will offer durability, low maintenance and ease of cleanup. Some offer the potential for DIY installation, while others are best left to the pros.
Before you replace old flooring, you might want to stop and consider whether it can be saved. Floors made of vinyl and ceramic tile, wood and natural stone can all be revived.
I have high quality 8mm laminate floor throughout my living room and kitchen. I've installed it twice, yet it won't stay locked. I had it inspected by the manufacturer and was told the problem's due to the room being to cold (I keep the temperature in the high 60's) and too humid (I live on …
