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 ...

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 ...

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? ...

A carpet installation service will charge $1,811, which includes labor and material, for a good-quality nylon carpeting and padding installed in a 15-by-15-foot room. If you want to do the job you can ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...