Q. I am finishing my basement and have a question about the flooring. I am going to put tile on part and carpet on the rest. A few people have told me that I should put a moisture barrier on the ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

I read a flooring article recently that I’d like your thoughts on. It was entitled “Flooring choices each have different advantages” and contained quotes from some flooring store owners. One quote ...

Choosing basement flooring? Experts reveal what materials perform best below ground – and the costly mistakes to avoid ...

Q: Can I install vinyl flooring directly on top of a concrete basement floor? A: Although it’s possible to install vinyl flooring directly on concrete, it’s not a great idea. I’ve seen vinyl separate ...