There are many different types of wood that your floors can be made of. Some hardwood floors are costly and give a home a rustic look, while affordable types of hardwood floors can look more expensive ...

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 ...

Don't think that you have to resort to using carpet in the bedroom for your flooring choice. Instead, consider this affordable, but elegant floor option.

Fifty or 60 years ago, if you had hardwood floors it meant that you couldn’t afford carpeting, and everyone who had the funds put heavy pile over those burnished boards. Nowadays, hardwood floors are ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Q: Can I install a solid wood floor in a cottage that isn’t heated in the winter? Are there certain woods that I should use or avoid? A: Yes, you certainly can install solid wood flooring in an ...