Trends in hard floors are as varied as the consumers who buy them. “A very popular flooring is vinyl plank and tile,” said Carrie Abbring, owner of Value Flooring in Valparaiso. “The vinyl looks like ...

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Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...