Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Person laying laminate floor planks on the ground - Toa55/Shutterstock Laminate is one of the best flooring types to choose from ...

Plastic laminate first came to prominence back in the 1940s and 50s as a popular kitchen countertop material. But by the late-1980s it was beginning to fall out of favor as homeowners began replacing ...

For a hardworking floor surface, you can't go wrong with prefinished laminate planks. They're affordable and easy to install, and they come in many styles and colors. Many lines of laminate plank ...

Explore the most common types of flooring, from hardwood to vinyl and tile, with pros, cons and guidance on choosing the right option for your home.

Vinyl vs laminate flooring compared. Learn how they differ in durability, water resistance, cost and maintenance to choose the right option.

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 ...