
Flooring
Whether you're replacing old floors or installing new ones, find inspiration, expert advice, and installation tips for the perfect flooring makeover.
Empire Today Review
In this Empire Today review, we take an in-depth look at the company’s flooring replacement services, prices, reputation, and more.
LL Flooring Review
In this LL flooring review, we take an in-depth look at the flooring and services offered by the company as well as its pricing and reputation.
How To Clean Tile Floors
This guide will show you the best tools, cleaners, and methods needed to clean your tile floors, as well as the best ways to protect them.
How to Install Hardwood Floors
New hardwood flooring can transform your living space. Follow this guide for installing hardwood floors in your home.
How To Choose the Right Grout for Tile Installation
This guide will help you decide which grout type is best for your tile installation. It covers grout types, costs, and applications.
Laminate Flooring Guide: Underlayment & Installation
Today, laminate floors are durable, comfortable, and can even look like real wood. Plus, they are economical and easy to install. Read on to learn more about the basics of laminate flooring.
7 Kitchen Flooring Ideas for the Busiest Room in Your House
Picking the ideal kitchen flooring is an important investment in your home. Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of popular kitchen flooring materials.
How To Install Vinyl Flooring Over Ceramic Tile Step by Step
Learn what to know before installing vinyl flooring over ceramic tile and get step-by-step instructions for how to do the job correctly.
Installing Flooring or Cabinets: Which Comes First?
Should you install a kitchen floor before the cabinets?
Removing Tile Floor
Looking to replace your ceramic tile flooring? Here’s how to remove old tiles and prepare your floor for new ones.
How to Remove Carpet From Stairs
Removing carpet from stairs can be done over the weekend, without hiring a pro. Here's the best method for carpet removal on your staircase.
The Best Flooring Options to Consider for Bathrooms
Need to know what's the best type of flooring for your bathroom? Consider ceramic, vinyl, cork, and concrete, to name a few.
Flooring Overview
Find the surface that suits your style, function, and budget
How to Easily and Safely Remove Carpet
Want to remove the carpet in your home? Grab safety gear and your carpet removal tools, and follow our how-to guide.
How To Level a Concrete Floor
Uneven concrete floor? This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches you how to fix it using wooden rails and self-leveling compound.
What You Need to Know to Install a Whole House Fan
Installing carpet tiles? Read our installation tips on preparation, common mistakes to avoid, and tips for a seamless, professional finish.
The Best Flooring Options for Basements
Find the best flooring option for your basement by comparing cost, comfort, durability, appearance, and installation details.
Wood Floors Are Lightening Up
Many homeowners are switching to lighter wood floors. Learn about ways to lighten your floors, and how the change can open up your space.
How To Remove a Burn Mark From a Hardwood Floor
Did you accidentally burn your hardwood floors? Don't worry—it can likely be repaired. Watch our video to learn how.
How to Patch a Chipped Wood Floor
Using only hand tools and a drill, Tom Silva makes minor floor damage disappear with a simple and effective dutchman repair technique
How to Replace a Cracked Floor Tile
Did you recently crack a tile? Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the correct way to replace a cracked kitchen floor tile.
How to Replace a Bathroom's Vinyl Floor with Ceramic Tile
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the peeling, vinyl floor in his bathroom with a ceramic tile floor.
How To Patch a Chipped Wood Floor
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva fixes a chipped wood floor using a Dutchman and hand tools.
How To Repair a Bad Flooring Joint in Your Home
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to fix a bad floor joint by repairing a piece of wood nosing that was poorly installed.
How to Patch a Hole in Wood Trim
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner patch a large hole in painted baseboard molding
How to Patch a Hardwood Floor
Tom Silva installs a patch in a hardwood floor and fills the gaps with a custom wood putty
Top Flooring Solutions for Dog-Friendly Homes
Dog-friendly flooring needs to be durable, easy to clean, and attractive, too. Here's what you need to know if you have pets.
How To Patch Hardwood Flooring
Patching a hardwood floor isn't as complicated as you may think. Learn how to complete this project on your own in this guide.
How to Install DIY Radiant Floor Heating
Use a specialized foam panel to lock the PEX tubing in place, cover it with a sand-and-cement mix, and tile away.
All About Bamboo Hardwood Flooring
Looking for the best bamboo flooring? Read our guide on what to look for, its benefits, and how it compares to hardwood floors.
How to Perfectly Restore Terrazzo Floors in Your Home
In this guide and video, we show you how to restore terrazzo floors in your home. In most cases, you'll hire a professional for the job.
How To Avoid Rookie Plumbing Mistakes
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates some common plumbing mistakes and how to avoid them.