"Solid hardwood is exactly what it sounds like: Planks of real wood that can be sanded and refinished for years to come," says Hoffman. "Engineered wood has a real hardwood top layer over a plywood ...

Whether you are house shopping or you're looking to upgrade your current digs, opting for some new flooring is an effective way to give your space a facelift, and depending on the flooring that you ...

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 ...

If you’re buying or selling a home, knowing what kind of flooring is in place can impact the price. Even if you’ve never once contemplated the flooring you walk on, buying a house will change that ...

We are in love with nature — but also with technology — so which is better when you build or remodel a home? Natural products such as wood or wool? Or a ­man-made substitute, such as laminate or nylon ...

New faux-wood flooring products such as luxury vinyl plank are so popular that real hardwood is dropping down the list of preferred flooring materials in Canadian homes. At an average price of $7 per ...

Though we take it for granted in home improvement, what’s underfoot has a huge impact on our quality of life. And when it comes to laminate vs. vinyl flooring, these popular options can mean a world ...