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 ...

Laminate floors are coming back! They have made a revolutionary waterproof composite laminate that is superior scratch and dent resistant. The new laminate also has an acoustical pad attached making ...

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

Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...

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 ...