Q: Our wall-to-wall carpeting has developed wrinkles over the last five years. The carpeting is still in good condition, with no staining and no signs of wear. I would like to reinstall the carpet. Do ...
When the men in white coats come to put me in a padded cell – and if I keep remodeling like this that day will be soon – I want it on the record that I expect density. Got that? Turns out density – ...
Carpet is routinely installed over padding, so the knife probably won’t damage the floor, but if you’re planning to keep any part of the floor exposed, keep that in mind when cutting the strips. Once ...
I’m a lifestyle writer based in Brooklyn, New York. Whether you’re looking for extra grip or more cushioning, these designer-approved picks protect your floors and keep your rugs in place. Before you ...
Although many people may tout the benefits of hardwood flooring over carpeting, there are plenty of individuals who like to have the soft and luxurious feeling of carpeting underfoot. Selecting the ...
For years, carpet was king in the United States. But in the past 20-plus years hard-surface flooring (wood planks, vinyl, tile, even linoleum) have been more popular picks of HGTV designers and real ...
According to the Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE), more than 350 million pounds of carpet are buried in California landfills every year, where it stays for centuries without breaking down. In ...
Dear Angie: How do you remove carpet padding that has adhered to a hardwood floor? — Rennie T., Staunton, Va. Answer: The good news is that you're not stuck. (Bad pun, I know.) Our consumer-services ...
Romar Flooring Inc., headquartered in Chicago, is expanding the reach of its customer carpet pad recycling program and making it available to the general public. Previously, the company’s pad ...