Since 1998, thousands of homeowners and many publications have looked to FloorFacts.com for unbiased advice about all types of flooring including: hardwood floors, laminate flooring, carpet, cork, bamboo and ceramic tile. Our popular flooring guides covers all types of floors for both new home construction as well as home remodeling projects.

Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors are easier to care for and offer a wider selection of sizes, colors and wood species than ever before. See the FloorFacts Guide to Hardwood Floors to learn more. If you are looking for who manufacturers a specific type hardwood floor see our Hardwood Flooring Comparison Chart for a quick brand reference.

Below are some of our most popular flooring articles:

 

Learn more ablout distressed & handscraped hardwood flooring, Types of Hardwood Floors, Engineered Wood Floors, and Glueless Floating Wood Floors.

We are seeing more and more floating floors. So what what does that mean? Read our short article on Floating Floors.

Are you confused about the differences between porcelain and ceramic tile? See: Porcelain tile or Ceramic Tile.

If you are not sure of the differences between a hardwood floor or laminate floor, see our Hardwood Floors vs Laminate Floors Overview. See choosing between ceramic tile or hardwood floors if you can uncertain which type to use.

Laminate Floors

Laminate floors combine natural looking designs with a tough, durable finish and can be used in almost any area of the home. Laminate floors also offer realistic designs and can replicate the characteristics of the popular handscraped hardwood floors. See the Guide to Laminate Floors, or the Laminate Flooring Manufacturer Directory listing for specific laminate flooring brands.

Not all laminate floors are the same in quality and endurance. See Buying a Laminate Floor to help you understand the differences in laminate flooring.

Carpet

Carpet offers a wider selection of patterns, textures and colors and better stain-resistance than ever before. When it comes to warmth underfoot there is nothing that feels better than carpet. To learn more about carpet and fiber types see our Carpet Guide or the Carpet Manufacturers directory.