A squeaky, creaky floor is an annoying nuisance that can drive you crazy. The causes are typically either structural — like a loose floorboard or two floorboards rubbing together — or environmental — ...

Finding the exact cause of the squeak, and then choosing the best remedy, isn’t always a simple task. Don’t be surprised if you have to try several solutions before you stop it for good. But don’t ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I live in a home that is about 12 years old. Recently, I've noticed that my floors are squeaking in several areas. Is there ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Mr. Floor Igor Murokh explains why your ...

Nick has seven years of experience in the home improvement industry. He started his career marketing for dozens of flooring providers and related home services across North America. Today, he is a ...

Floating floors are those that aren't fixed to either a subfloor or floor joists. While linoleum and cork can be installed as floating floors, most floors of this type are either laminate or vinyl ...

Hardwood floors are coveted features in many homes. The National Wood Flooring Association says wood floors are the most ...

I recently had wall-to-wall carpet replaced in my home. There were a few floor boards that weren't too solid, and I suggested nailing them. But the installer said there was no need to, as the pad and ...

I love hardwood floors, but do you know what I don't love? Annoying squeaks. The squeaks in hardwood floors are usually caused by loose boards or gaps over the floor joists, which can worsen over time ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home ...