Covering carpet in a rental

I thought I would start with the most experimental part of the room and the part that has received the most questions -- the floor.

Are there flooring types that can be installed over the top of carpeting? Maybe you live in a rental unit and aren't allowed to change things out. Or maybe you want a temporary fix or an easy way to refloor and covering carpet is of interest. We've researched to find out if there are flooring […]

In this video, I cover the existing carpet in my rental with linoleum!Music credits:YouTube music library

Temporary flooring is the solution for home remodeling and repairs. Learn how to install temporary flooring over carpet floor with us.

Stick-on or click-in one of these smart, temporary options

If you live in a rented house or apartment, there are limits on the amount of alterations you can make to the property. Usually, if there is a carpet you don't like, you can't remove it without the landlord's permission. Luckily there are...

Do you have ugly floors? What a bummer, considering how huge of an area flooring usually covers in one’s home. If you can’t completely change your floors because you rent or don’t have the time or budget right now, it doesn’t mean you can’t disguise an ugly floor — or at the very least, minimize its ugliness. Ready to get started?

Because renters like nice things too!

Here's an easy DIY carpet install you can do this weekend with TrafficMaster Carpet Tiles from The Home Depot.

Why settle for one rug in your space when you can put two together? Layering rugs is always welcome, but if you’re not sure how to pull off this look, we spoke with five designers who offered their opinions on the dos and don’ts of layering rugs throughout your home. Some of their advice may surprise you. Don’t go for a pattern-on-pattern look, designer Antoinette Allande Anderson says.