Jump to category: 1. The air 2. Spills and leaks 3. Floorboard issues By Dan Fauzi in Advice If you've walked barefoot at home and wondered why your carpet feels damp, you're not alone. Not only does a damp carpet feel uncomfortable, but left untreated, it can also cause bacteria growth, mold and mildew, lingering smells, and damage to your home's foundation. Damp carpets require active drying, especially in the months of the year with fluctuating temperatures and humidity, whilst leaks and...

Jump to category: Why should you carpet your stairs? 1. Material 2. Thickness 3. Soil resistance 4. Aesthetic 5. Installation Not best for stairs Meet our experts By Dan Fauzi published 4 weeks ago in Advice Choosing the right carpet for your stairs is as much about aesthetics as it is about safety, durability, comfort underfoot, and ease of cleaning and maintenance. To help you choose the best carpet for your stairs, I spoke to flooring specialists who've kept in mind everything from how...

Jump to category: 1. Harsh chemicals 2. Using baking soda 3. Using laundry detergent 4. Excessive water 5. Wrong vacuum By Dan Fauzi published 4 weeks ago in Advice Vinyl is an ever-popular flooring choice thanks to its incredible durability and moisture protection, but it still needs some TLC. Making vinyl floor cleaning mistakes can dull, warp or damage its surface over time. Knowing how to clean vinyl floors well means knowing what's safe to use on it, including non-toxic alternatives, say...

Jump to category: 1. Pressure washer 2. Carpet cleaner 3. Floor buffer 4. Pool vacuum Meet our experts What are the cons of renting cleaning tools? What do professional cleaners use? It's fair to assume many of us prefer to own the cleaning tools we use on a regular basis in the comfort of our homes. However, renting rather than splurging can save you a great deal of money and precious storage space. Professional cleaners swear by these four cleaning tools, but as a consumer, you typically...