Using a special soap for wood floors is recommended. For lacquered floors, it’s best to mop only with a damp cloth. Note: Scouring sand, aggressive cleaners, microfiber cloths, or steam cleaners ...

A vintage living room interior with bright blue carpet and mid-century furniture - Vicnt/Getty Images One of today's most practical luxuries for homeowners is investing in good hardwood flooring. It ...

Of all the choices in home flooring, wood stands out for many as the most beautiful. Wood is durable, coordinates well with any decor and most real estate agents agree it improves the home’s value at ...

Dear James: The foyer floor by the front door has taken a beating from the children over the past 10 years. It is stain-resistant and available in a variety of shapes, surfaces and colors. When ...

Q: I want to install a wood floor over a concrete slab in my downstairs bedroom. What kind of flooring material is needed, and how do I install it? A: Wood floors are beautiful and, with intermediate ...