As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. As one of the most-used rooms in the house, bathroom fittings ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Plastic laminate first came to prominence back in the 1940s and 50s as a popular kitchen countertop material. But by the late-1980s it was beginning to fall out of favor as homeowners began replacing ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. From Annabel’s hyper-floral and pink onyx powder room to the ...

Your bathroom flooring has a big impact on the room's overall functionality and style. But because it's constantly exposed to water and humidity, the wrong choice in ...