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  • How to Tell If Your Floor is Hardwood or Laminate (and Why It Matters)

    How to Tell If Your Floor is Hardwood or Laminate (and Why It Matters)

    Even if you’ve never once contemplated the flooring you walk on, buying a house will change that fast. There’s a reason everyone on House Hunters asks what kind of floors are in each house they visit: It’s because hardwood floors and laminate flooring are two very different things, but it can also be difficult to…


  • How to Resize a Rug Using a Utility Knife

    How to Resize a Rug Using a Utility Knife

    If you’re looking for a rug for a specific spot in your home, chances are the one you fall in love with won’t fit the space. But the good news is that if it’s too large for the area, you can resize it yourself, using a utility knife and some glue. Here’s what to know.


  • Is It Better for Posture to Sit on the Floor or on a Chair?

    Is It Better for Posture to Sit on the Floor or on a Chair?

    For thousands of years, humans have rested on the ground using variations of a squat, cross-legged or a kneeling position. And despite the availability of chairs and things to sit on, sitting on the floor is still common in many cultures. According to reports, many English-speaking people refer to floor sitting as “Indian style”, though…