You can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by doing your own flooring installations throughout your home. Complete step-by-step instructions and more than 300 color photos leave nothing to chance. All the most popular flooring materials are included, from self-stick vinyl tile to the finest carpeting. You"ll learn how to get professional-quality results with basic installation techniques, and you"ll also learn some valuable advanced techniques, such as carpeting a stairway and laying custom diagonal ceramic tile designs. This book will help you plan your flooring project and walk you through each phase. Whether you choose hardwood, tile, vinyl or carpeting, you"ll save money and have long-lasting improvements that you can enjoy and appreciate whenever you step through the door.