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The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.

If you like saving money, being a DIYer is a good place to start. Check out these 18 home repairs...

There are lots of reasons to choose classic, timeless and oh-so-soft Saxony carpet for your home.

Learn why polyester carpet remains such a popular residential flooring option.

Learn about the advantages that make nylon carpet the most popular carpet material in the world.

Find out the reasons why olefin carpet is a top carpet choice among homeowners.

Triexta carpet is the newest carpet material on the market and it's growing in popularity. Find out what it is...

Dirt clings to carpeting like nobody's business, but we've discovered a better carpet combination to keep your home clean. Plus,...

Frieze carpet is popular, especially for high-traffic areas. Learn all about frieze carpet so you can decide if it's right...

Everything you need to know about Berber carpet and whether it's right for your home.

For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...

Use carpet tack strips as finishing standoffs.

The shocking truth about taming free electrons!

Head to the kitchen cabinet to solve your furniture dent problems.

The absolute no-no in painting is spilling paint on the carpet. If it ever happens, scrub it out with this...

Choosing the right pad makes all the difference

Keep your finished basement floor dry, even if the concrete gets wet.

Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each surface can be a lot to...