Showcase the beauty of wood stairs without sacrificing the comfort of carpet with this clever compromise: a carpet runner. This narrow rug runs down the center of the staircase, leaving some wood ...

Dear James: Our wall-to-wall carpeting is looking its age, and it should be replaced. I would like to save the installation costs. Can installing it be a DIY project? Actually, the most difficult part ...

Dear James: I am planning to sell my house, and I want to install some wall-to-wall carpeting inexpensively. I got a good deal on some carpet, but installation is costly. How can I install it myself? ...

It's always best to avoid seams in your carpet, but if it's innevitable, there's a lot to consider. First, you want the seam to be as invisible as possible. This requires careful planning on where you ...

Carpet installation calls for the same kind of close attention we give seals and gaskets: It's always better to not cut enough than to cut too much. Ask us how we know. The first order of business is ...

If you're considering a carpet installation in a new house or your current home remodel, there are some disadvantages that ...