Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent for the Rockford Register Star.

HGTV star Ty Pennington, the carpenter host of home-renovation shows like Extreme Home Makeover and Trading Spaces, is making ...

When it came to actually making the changes, Marnie was prepared to do it all herself. For the butcher block counters, she ...

If you're looking to replace your kitchen countertops, winter is often the best time to do it. Here's why - and what your ...

Bamboo kitchen worktops are gaining popularity. They are a favorite among those who care about the planet and look for beauty. Bamboo grows fast, making it a great choice for green kitchen counters.

Features of the log cabin ranch include 150-year-old hardwood floors from a whiskey factory and an observatory room with a ...

30--A fast-growing tile company has started construction of a 15,000-square-foot plant in Sanger that will manufacture granite countertops, according to the Fresno Bee. Cal Custom Tile will employ ...

A dark, unpainted wood beam accents the kitchen, which has blue cabinetry and hardwood countertops. A small garage was converted to a sitting room off the dining area; its original doors add an ...

This house listed for $655,000 in Enderly Park comes with a huge fenced-in yard. Photo: Courtesy of Costner Merrifield ...

Rich oak and warm walnut tones are also on her radar, along with new resilient flooring options. "Manufacturers have created engineered hardwood that's actually acrylic-infused, which makes it more ...

Whether you're tackling messes on hardwood or carpet, these are the best vacuum cleaners to help you tidy up your floors. Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural ...