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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Most laminate flooring comes with a click-lock system (also known as floating floors) which makes it easy to install. Each board has an ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q: Our vinyl flooring has developed two widening cracks. Is there a way to fix this to correct the appearance and to prevent further widening, which could become a tripping hazard? A: Yes, you should ...

Need to know how to repair vinyl flooring? Have a few broken, peeling or damaged kitchen floor tiles? This excerpt, taken from Upgrade Your House (Creative Publishing International, 2010) by Philip ...