Certain elements of any home interior scheme form the backdrop of the space — the scenery, if you will — against which everything else plays out. The color and texture of the walls and ceilings play a ...

Face-nailed flooring, where nails are left exposed, is something you don’t see very often. It’s mostly found in older—like 100 years or more—homes or buildings, although you might come across it in ...

Peruse real estate listings for country homes from the 18th and 19th centuries, and you’ll likely notice a frequently cited feature: wide-plank hardwood floors. Popular with America’s early settlers ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Wood floors are classic, and wide planks are trendy. So don't be surprised if you see wide-board wood floors everywhere. Boards with a width greater than 4 inches count as a wide plank. They can be ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...