If you have rambunctious pets: "Bamboo flooring or tiles hold up well if you have pets running around pets," says Buckingham. Area rugs layered on top can easily be cleaned of pet hair and stains — and are easily replaced if necessary.

Wall-to-wall carpeting can be more of a headache, but don't rule it out if you love it. "It's best to choose a cut pile versus loop carpet, so your pet's nails don't snag the loops and cause the carpet to wear faster," she adds. Opt for a stain-resistant carpet and also be mindful of your color choice.

Goodbye Old Carpet, Hello New Laminate. It took us less than eight hours (not including acclimation time) and about $200 to remove old wall-to-wall carpeting and install new laminate floors.

Laminate flooring is economical, very durable and easy to install. It is a great choice for almost any room with the exception of bathrooms and laundry rooms because laminates can buckle and warp in rooms with high humidity and moisture.

CONS OF LAMINATE It's Not Hardwood Although laminate floors will increase a home's value compared to wall-to-wall carpeting, hardwood floors will increase it even more.

f you want something trendy in the kitchen: Look beyond light and dark woods and consider a grey hardwood flooring option. "Grey has been the new neutral in interior design and I believe you will see more of this hue in flooring as well," says Buckingham.

Forte says she's also been seeing more cork flooring and vinyl designed to look like real wood. All of these options are super durable, so they'll last well into the next few trend cycles.

If you're desperate for the most stylish option in a high-traffic area: Hardwood flooring is your best bet — and you can get creative with inlays or even a fun herringbone pattern. "A quick sweeping and vacuuming paired with an occasional mopping will keep it clean," says Buckingham, who adds that you should always ask the installer for care instructions because various woods may have different specifications.

And don't worry about a little bit of aging: "Wood is like wine — it gets better over the years and develops a beautiful patina.

Spring Air Mattress. Quality of Materials. Spring Air mattresses are priced at the lower-middle end of the retail pricing.

There has been some issues with the materials and durability problems reported by some customers. Because of this, for your money, it may be best to choose an alternative. Spring Air Mattress Review.

How to choose the best confinement centre? Choosing a centre that's near your home will make it easier for your husband and other children to visit you.

It's best to choose one that's within 30 minutes or less from your house. Otherwise, you can also choose one that's near your husband's workplace.

Pros of Vinyl Flooring Low Maintenance– Few flooring options are as easy to take care of as vinyl. This material just needs basic sweeping and mopping to keep it looking fabulous. Water Resistance– Moisture doesn't bother vinyl flooring.

In fact, vinyl is almost impervious to water penetration. Durable– Vinyl flooring options are considered highly durable. If a repair is needed, this material can easily be replaced. Custom Inset and Inlays– If you have a unique vision in mind, a professional flooring expert can inlay your specific design

If you've found your dream sofa but are unsure what color is going to work with your decor, or you haven't decided on a look yet, stick with a neutral. It will probably work with any of the colors or patterns you introduce at a later date. If your decor plan has a predominantly warm palette, choose a beige, mushroom or cream sofa.

A grey, charcoal and even white sofa will work best with a cool color palette. Punchy color should come from accessory pillows or throw rugs as these can easily be replaced when the next color trend hits.

Checking for Trouble Codes. Next, the mechanic checks the vehicle's computer system that controls automatic shifting (for automatics).

Transmission slipping and hard shifts can actually be caused by the computer if it is not reading the RPM correctly. Sensors can be easily replaced without disassembling a transmission, so this is the second easiest (and cheapest) repair that can fix the problem(s).