During the planning stages of a home improvement project, homeowners will want to consider the cost of various wood materials for new flooring and furniture. Solid wood and engineered wood are two ...

Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...

In CR's test for foot-traffic wear, discs holding abrasive paper rub left and right against flooring samples. We check for wear after every 50 left-right cycle. The best flooring is unscathed after ...

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 ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Kitchens are shifting away from traditional wood as homeowners prioritize durability and style, and one rising option is ...

With over a decade of experience at Which?, Tom covers everything from tech advice to money-saving tips and highlights the best deals during major sales events. Not only are they durable and easy to ...

Timber flooring has become a fashion statement but there are also important practical dimensions. What are the considerations before buying and can you refurbish existing boards? Here’s everything you ...

Porcelain wood tiles, which come in various shades from pecan and cherry to weathered tan, are durable, affordable and trending up. Photo courtesy of Floor Coverings International. (M S International, ...