Tile-look vinyl has a habit of making patterns fall flat. For a truly gorgeous look and texture, homeowners should consider ...

Replacing an old floor or installing a new floor in a home is a time-consuming process that can go wrong if you aren’t measuring the space properly, cutting the tiles or planks accurately, or laying ...

Mix a solution of 1 cup of apple cider vinegar—or white vinegar if you want to disinfect—and 1 gallon of clean, warm/hot ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. While a deep pile is a beautiful thing, it’s also a ...

Keeping your home’s floors clean and protected is a year-round job. In winter and spring, snow, mud, and grains of ice melt that end up indoors can make a mess of your floors, in addition to leaving ...

In a lot of ways, the best mops for vinyl floors are the best mops for any type of floor; they're versatile, easy to use, and effective. That said, for vinyl flooring in particular, your mop of choice ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...