Floors & Ceilings

Jonathan and Drew Scott clinking coffee mugs

By Jillian Chapman

The Outdated Home Design Feature The Property Brothers Avoid At All Costs

Drew and Jonathan Scott dislike an outdated home design feature and think homeowners (or home buyers) should avoid or remodel it. Do you have one at your house?

a person installing roll-out vinyl flooring

By Rob Johnstone

The Toxic Problem With Vinyl Flooring That Nobody Warned You About

We all want healthy homes. If you have vinyl flooring or are considering installing vinyl floors, you may not have been warned about a potentially toxic issue.

By Erika Dale

The Type Of Flooring Fixer To Fabulous Stars Jenny And Dave Marrs Love Using In Homes

Considering new flooring for a potential interior remodel? There's one floor type that Jenny and Dave Marrs of "Fixer to Fabulous" love to use in home design.

entryway of a home with a wood front door, hardwood floors, and white walls

By Erika Dale

The Hardwood Flooring Mistake HGTV's Mike Holmes Wishes People Would Stop Making

HGTV's Mike Holmes points out the hardwood flooring mistake he wishes that homeowner's would stop making.

a picture of david bromstad with his mouth open wide in surprise in front of a paneled white wall

By Erika Dale

The Durable Flooring Option HGTV's David Bromstad Recommends For Your Next Remodel

There's an unexpected flooring choice that David Bromstad of HGTV fame highly recommends. The next time you're remodeling your home, consider this floor type.

Connecting planks of click-lock flooring

By Ron Baker

Click-Lock Flooring Problems You Should Know About Before Using It In Your Home

Click-lock flooring really is the miracle it's made out to be. Don't snap pieces together blindly, though, or a number of serious problems can result.

a person looking through potential wood flooring sample options and referencing a floor plan on the desk next to the samples

By Erika Dale

The Popular Flooring Trend That's Becoming Tired And Outdated

A favorite Millennial interior design trend from the 2010s is wildly outdated. Here's the depressing flooring mistake we really should move on from.

By Rob Johnstone

The Best Polyurethane Finish For Wood Floors For Long-Lasting Protection & Sheen

Considering a finish (or refinish) for the wooden flooring in your home? Use the right kind of wood polyurethane finish for best results. Here's how to choose.

young woman looking at a wide LVP floor sample with a wood look

By Erika Dale

The Popular Flooring Trend That's Making Small Rooms Look Bigger And Beautiful

Wood flooring is just as popular as ever, but there's a specific type that is thrilling interior designers and homeowners alike. Here's what you need to know.

By Rob Johnstone

How To Clean Marble Floors To Keep Them Sparkling And Streak-Free

You likely want to keep your marble flooring in the best possible shape. With these cleaning tips, those floors will be sparkling, shining, and streak-free.

close up of designer looking at a variety of flooring samples

By Jillian Chapman

The Best (And Worst) Living Room Flooring Materials

Don't get it wrong when picking the best flooring material for your living room. Avoid these terrible floor types, and pick one of these great options instead.

closeup of shimmering blue square tiles of various shades with droplets of water on them

By Jillian Chapman

8 Gorgeous Bathroom Flooring Ideas That Aren't Just Basic White Tile

The look of all-white tile floor can feel sterile and boring, but there are other unique ways to play with flooring for a bathroom that's anything but basic.

Poorly installed wood planks with gaps between several planks.

By Holly Gates

The Quick Fix To Repair Gaps In Laminate Flooring Without Breaking The Bank

Gaps in laminate flooring aren't just an aesthetic problem, but a safety risk. Need them fixed quickly without buying new flooring? It's easier than you think.

By Charlotte D. Miller

Cover Popcorn-Textured Ceilings Without Any Mess Using A Simple DIY

You probably hate your popcorn ceiling, but you also are nervous about the cost and time needed to remove it. Don't: Just cover it up with this great DIY hack.

A close-up of a woman's socked feet, gingerly walking on laminate flooring

By Holly Gates

Here's The Real Reason Your Floors Are Squeaking

There's sometimes nothing worse than a floor that squeaks in just the worst place. What's the cause of this, though - and is it a problem you can fix?

empty garage with white cabinets and shelves and concrete floor

By Jillian Chapman

Here's Why Your Garage Floor Is Always Wet (& If You Should Worry)

If the floor in your home's garage always feels a little damp, you may be concerned that something is wrong. You should know the source of the wetness first.

hands laying green flooring over plywood subflooring

By Jillian Chapman

How To Know If Your Home Has No Subfloor (& What To Do About It)

Does your house have a subfloor? The answer might not be as simple as you think, especially if you have an older home. Luckily, you can tell by a few clues.

kitchen in the foreground, with living room in the background featuring a wood floor, tan leather sofa, area rug, a purple plant, green tree, and brown dog in front of tall glass french doors

By Erika Dale

Softwood Flooring: How Care & Maintenance Differs From Hardwood

If you've got softwood flooring, there are special elements of care and maintenance to keep in mind compared to typical hardwood floors. Here's what to know.

By Ethan Harrison Smith

What To Consider Before Choosing To Tile Over Existing Tile

Uprooting your current tile wall or floor and replacing it with brand-new tile is a lot of work or money. But before you tile over existing tile, consider this.

A pair of bare legs/feet walking on beige carpet.

By Holly Gates

Disadvantages Of Installing Carpet You Probably Hadn't Considered

If you're considering a carpet installation in a new house or your current home remodel, there are some disadvantages that you may need to think about first.

Woman walking on laminate floor in her socks.

By Kristeen Cherney

Things You Should Never Do If You Have Laminate Floors

You bought laminate floors because they're affordably, durable, and lower maintenance. That said, to ensure a nicer floor, there are some mistakes to avoid.

Chip Gaines dressed casually and smiling for a photo

By Holly Gates

The Best Flooring Option For A Home, According To Fixer Upper's Chip Gaines

For Chip Gaines, flooring runs in the family. Is he a carpet guy, an LVT fan, or what? Here's the floor type he loves the most (& why you should consider it).

Senior couple enters their well-decorated home with a shopping tote and is greeted by their dog

By Erika Dale

Must-Know Home Remodeling Tips To Creating A Space For Senior-Friendly Living

As more and more people choose to age in place, senior-friendly homes are more stylish and accessorized than ever. Here are the steps you can take in advance.

Close-up of male hands placing click-lock flooring over tiles

By Holly Gates

What Is A Floating Floor And Where Can You Put Them In Your Home?

Floating floors are a less sci-fi concept than they sound, and you might even be standing on them now. Here is what they are, and the rooms they work best for.

An outdated living room with shag carpet

By Kristeen Cherney

Outdated Flooring Materials That Are Lowering The Value Of Your Home

If you're thinking about reselling your home someday, the floors are a big deal. How much is that carpet or linoleum really hurting your overall ROI?

A kitchen under construction. A man is measuring a kitchen counter for cabinet installation.

By Holly Gates

What Should You Install First: Tile Floors Or Cabinets?

When remodeling your kitchen, which of these features should you install first? There are perks to both possibilities, but only one clear answer.

By Ethan Harrison Smith

The Best Garage Flooring Materials For A Foundation That Lasts

A garage floor should have a strong, long-lasting material. If you're looking to build a garage or remodel your old one, consider these flooring options.