Is This Good Carpet For My Stairs?

Today Camille writes: Hello, I am purchasing a remnant of Shaw carpeting from a local carpet store (to be installed by them) for the stairs from my main to second floor. I have never purchased carpet and I am a bit confused regarding proper type. The carpet is synthetic – polyester and a Texture with a slight … Read more

Should I Buy Discount Laminate Flooring

Should I Buy Discount Laminate Flooring

Today Tammy writes: Diva, we’re giving serious thought to buying discount laminate flooring and there seems to be a huge gap in price, starting at $.49 cents a square foot and going all the way up to $5.00 a square foot, what gives? Is there a difference? Should I buy discount laminate flooring and if … Read more

Snap Together Ceramic Tile Flooring

Snap Together Ceramic Tile Flooring

Today Roberta writes: Dear Diva, Have you heard of the snap together ceramic tile flooring? One of my friends mentioned it and I haven’t heard or seen anything about it, but it sounds cool. Is this something I can put in my kitchen? Does it work and will it hold up? Roberta, I believe the snap … Read more

Home Depot Carpet Installation

Home Depot Carpet Installation

Today Janet writes: Diva, We are looking for new carpet. I have not found a carpet I like yet, but my husband likes the Home Depot carpet installation prices. Is this a good place to buy carpet? Do you have any tips? Janet, rest assured Home Depot carpet installation prices are fair. Because Home Depot and other … Read more

Cork Flooring Vs Laminate Flooring

Cork Flooring Vs Laminate Flooring

Today Tom asks: Hope you can help. Initially I thought I might purchase your basic laminate flooring. But a friend of mine has been talking up a storm about how great cork flooring is. Should I buy cork flooring instead of laminate flooring? First of all, cork flooring is a great choice!  If you’re looking … Read more

Slate-ish Stone And Ceramic Tile Alternative

Slate-ish Stone And Ceramic Tile Alternative

I was feeling a little under the weather today, so I curled up on the couch with a nice hot cup of tea and watched some of my favorite home improvement shows. During one particular episode, I noticed a new product called Slate-ish and it piqued my interest immediately. Slate-ish looks like slate tiles, but … Read more