Wood laminate flooring and wall paneling have reached such high levels of verisimilitude that one homeowner is copying the concept by hand. A bloggist known as Freckle Face Girl, whose real first name ...

To make strand-woven bamboo planks, the bamboo plant is shredded. After being dried, the resulting fibers (strands) are glued together and pressurized into planks. This process yields planks that are ...

Harder than you might think, given all the options available. Here’s how to navigate the various decisions you’ll have to make. By Tim McKeough If you have flooring you don’t like — whether it’s ...

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Choosing the right tile, or carpet, or wood floors for your space can be a tricky endeavor. Since your flooring choices can set the stage for your home's beauty and durability, choosing the wrong ...