Gone are the days of high-gloss hardwood floors so reflective they look wet to the touch. Thanks perhaps to the Scandinavians (and a bit of good old-fashioned practicality), matte wood finishes are ...

A vintage living room interior with bright blue carpet and mid-century furniture - Vicnt/Getty Images One of today's most practical luxuries for homeowners is investing in good hardwood flooring. It ...

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 ...

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 ...