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.

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

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, ...

When your pet makes a mess on your rug or someone spills red wine on your couch, you need more than a Tide stick to solve the problem. But a full-sized carpet cleaner may feel like overkill, not to ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Sabine Heinlein Sabine Heinlein covered floor care. Keeping her multi-pet home ...

Katie oversees coverage for home technology, broadband, heath, wellness, sleep, home energy & utilities, and electric vehicles. Prior to joining CNET, Katie worked at Time Magazine's former personal ...

Gross carpets and rugs stained by dog urine, grease and food are tough to deal with. Don't just toss them in the trash though. First consider trying to reverse the damage yourself. This guide lists ...

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 ...

The 2023 Academy Awards carpet’s champagne hue — a break with a 62-year tradition of the bright red rug — is the latest arrival rug to opt for a colorful palette. By Sarah Bahr There are some ...

Despite the wide variety of residential flooring products now available—laminate, bamboo, tile, vinyl, wood, stone, and cork—carpeting remains extremely popular. In fact, the carpet industry in the ...