DIY Flooring That Pays Off

The right flooring can improve energy efficiency, reduce maintenance, and increase overall home value.
DIY Flooring That Pays Off
From engineered hardwood to vinyl and cork, today's flooring options balance affordability, performance, and style. Halfpoint Images/Getty Images
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Engineered hardwood, laminate, luxury—and standard—vinyl planks and tiles, vinyl sheets, cork tiles, and carpet tiles are all affordable, approachable options.

New flooring doesn’t just significantly boost aesthetics, improving the overall look of the home; it also improves functionality. Laminate, vinyl plank, tile, and vinyl sheet, for example, are notable low-maintenance choices that save weekly cleanup time.

Sandy Lindsey
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Sandy Lindsey is an award-winning writer who covers home, gardening, DIY projects, pets, and boating. She has two books with McGraw-Hill.