When it comes to flooring, opting for hardwood flooring is a popular way to go. Tons of homeowners and renters alike can’t wait to cover up or completely do away with the carpeting in their homes.

Pets may be your best friends, but they’re your carpet’s worst enemies (and if you have young kids, you know they’re a close second). If your children or pets are constantly dirtying up your carpet, ...

Carpet cleaners aren't new, but a robot vacuum that can wash and dry carpets is. I saw the first at CES 2026, and as a bonus, ...

Learn how to clean carpets with vinegar using simple methods to remove stains, neutralize odors, and freshen up your floors—no chemicals required.

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

"If I cannot brag of knowing something, then I brag of not knowing it." Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882), American essayist and poet, "Journals," 1866 Everybody knows carpet. But do we really "know" ...

"Carpet in a common room in this day and age?" another asked, as one demanded: "No no no. Hardwood with rugs. HARDWOOD WITH ...

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Whether it's a cozy vintage area rug or a wall-to-wall installation, carpets can make a house feel like a home, but they have one big drawback: they're notoriously difficult to keep clean. While we ...

Do your floors need first aid? Don't panic! Here's how to get blood out of carpet, according to the pros. Stains can be a pain, to be sure. But blood stains? Those are an entirely different challenge.

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Don’t panic—we know exactly how to get paint out of carpet. With these expert tips, that acrylic, latex or oil-based paint stain will be a distant memory in minutes. Uh-oh. You just looked down and ...