Durable, resilient, and low maintenance, linoleum and vinyl flooring are also inexpensive to install. To make a good thing even better, they are also surprisingly easy to repair. In fact, vinyl floor ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Vinyl is a popular flooring choice because it can mimic hardwood or stone tiles, but is more affordable and a more durable choice for ...

Need to know how to repair vinyl flooring? Have a few broken, peeling or damaged kitchen floor tiles? This excerpt, taken from Upgrade Your House (Creative Publishing International, 2010) by Philip ...

Q: Our vinyl flooring has developed two widening cracks. Is there a way to fix this to correct the appearance and to prevent further widening, which could become a tripping hazard? A: Yes, you should ...

While vinyl flooring is known for its durability, that doesn't mean it's completely damage-proof. Between everyday wear and tear and occasional mishaps, you may begin to notice some minor blemishes on ...

Although resilient floors — asphalt, linoleum, vinyl, rubber, cork — require little maintenance, they are not impervious to damage. Flooring that is stained, scratched, blistered or torn can be ...

Q: I eagerly read your column about fixing squeaky floors by renailing from the top. But my problem is in the kitchen under the linoleum. Do you have any suggestions on how I can fix a small (roughly ...

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 ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...