Showcase the beauty of wood stairs without sacrificing the comfort of carpet with this clever compromise: a carpet runner. This narrow rug runs down the center of the staircase, leaving some wood ...

Is new carpet in your future? Don’t forget to walk through installation details before you buy. It’s important to assess carpet quality and match type to intended use, but you’ll avoid hassles if you ...

Long considered carpeting’s least attractive form, outdoor carpet has made great leaps forward in quality and style over the past few years. Durable and low-maintenance, this soft floor covering is an ...

Carpet installation calls for the same kind of close attention we give seals and gaskets: It's always better to not cut enough than to cut too much. Ask us how we know. The first order of business is ...

Dear James: Our wall-to-wall carpeting is looking its age, and it should be replaced. I would like to save the installation costs. Can installing it be a DIY project? Actually, the most difficult part ...

When you get a quote for new carpeting from a carpet store, it almost always is an installed price with new padding. The only variation in the cost is if you want to upgrade to a better quality ...

There are parts of our cars that just don't get noticed all that much. When was the last time you paid any attention to your headliner? Package shelf? Trunk mat? Unless there's something drastically ...

Carpet tiles might not be an HGTV favorite, but this versatile flooring might just be right for you. Here's what you'll need ...