DEAR DESIGNER: We've a tile question for you that I believe many others have as well as their homes age. Originally we tiled about 50 percent of our home, mainly the foyer, garage entry, Nevada room, ...

Ease of installation is a big selling point for both vinyl and laminate, particularly for DIY enthusiasts. Vinyl is available ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. As one of the most-used rooms in the house, bathroom fittings ...

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 ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

If the floors beneath your feet are looking a bit worn, you’ve probably thought about replacing them. You may have even considered trading what you have for something more trendy or durable, such as ...

Vinyl tiles can curl up at the corners if moisture gets under them or if they were installed improperly. Frequent mopping also can create moisture, which makes them peel. Here's how to reinstall ...