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Q: I’m putting in a new kitchen. What’s the right height for the countertops?A: Well, depends if you want the short a...
Unlike natural stone, laminate, or solid surface (made of mineral dust and resins), tile offers endless creative poss...
Butcher block countertops are a popular choice for kitchens these days, but as with any countertop material, there ar...
Quartz and quartzite, two high-end countertop materials derived from quartz, are so often confused that even retailer...
It’s a dilemma shared by many homeowners: Yes, those tired Formica countertops and cabinet doors in the kitchen or ba...
A popular choice for kitchen and bathroom upgrades, polished and sealed granite has the timeless allure, durability, ...
Perhaps the most important work surface in the home, the kitchen countertop is built to withstand food preparation, regular cleaning, pesky stains, and more. But ...
In many people's minds, granite means strength and resilience. But if you want to know how to clean granite counterto...
If you’re looking to remodel your kitchen with new countertops—either to boost the beauty of the space or the resale ...
Homeowners gush over granite for kitchen counters, bathroom vanity tops, and other surfaces for its ability to handle...
No matter where you live, a Chicago apartment or a rural Montana ranch, kitchen counters see a great deal of wear and...
Butcher block, consisting of individual wooden strips fused together into a sleek slab, is a timeless and trendy mate...
Thinking about quartz countertops for your kitchen? You're not alone. Quartz has been among the most popular choices ...
If you’ve been thinking about tackling some home improvement projects this summer, don’t delay! The dog days of summe...
When considering a tile refresh for any floor, wall, or countertop, keep porcelain and ceramic tiles top of mind for ...
In the world of contemporary kitchen and bathroom design, few aesthetic innovations have stirred as much interest as ...
For homeowners who appreciate all natural ingredients and saving money on household necessities, baking soda and vine...
If you’ve got a gorgeous granite countertop and want to keep it in “show home” shape, you may need to seal it. Some c...
If you thought concrete was just for sidewalks, think again. This DIY-friendly material is rapidly finding its way into homes and offices, bringing with it limitl...
If your kitchen or bathroom remodel wish list includes natural stone countertops, consider eco-sensitive soapstone. T...
Beautiful, durable, easy-care quartz is among the most popular countertop materials available—but it is pricey. If yo...
As the primary work surface in a room that drives the daily operation of the modern household, kitchen countertops pl...
Natural stone, with its rich colorations and wonderful feel, is Mother Nature’s gift to our homes. But this beautiful...
Quartz. Quartzite. The names sound alike. But although both of these popular countertop materials are derived from th...
In most families, the kitchen is the heart of home life. It's a space for so much more than meal prep—its countertops...
Let’s face it: Laminate isn’t the most high-end countertop material out there, and when it starts showing signs of we...
Fancy yourself an at-home chef with serious skills? Then you may be interested in upgrading your cooking space to one...
This story starts at the curb, where people leave out the things that they no longer need. Between neighbors' recycli...
When you're planning a kitchen remodel, a lot of thought and worry goes into the budget. And a hefty chunk of that budget will go to big-ticket items like the cou...
Ashley from Domestic Imperfection had her work work cut out for her when she decided to create a DIY penny countertop...
Butcher block counters are a perennial favorite in the kitchen, though many homeowners worry about the care and maint...
<p>Don’t live with countertops you hate. Even without the money, time, or motivation for a full-on kitchen renovation, there are several DIY ways to do-over your ...
Over time, kitchen countertops can get cluttered with junk, which not only makes the kitchen look sloppy but also dis...
Unquestionably, marble ranks among the most luxurious and beautiful countertop and flooring materials. Equally beyond...
I've got some tips for you on how to laminate countertops in your kitchen. Roll on contact cement and allow it to se...
The brute strength of concrete has made it the go-to building material for a variety of such outdoor installations as...
Are you looking for more storage or workspace in your kitchen but are reluctant to splurge on a custom kitchen island? Here are 12 creative DIY kitchen island des...
Here's a unique way to use ceramic tile for a very unusual countertop. Just break up the tiles into random pieces, u...
A butcher block table can help make your kitchen much more efficient. Built to take a beating, butcher block doubles...
Kitchen makeovers are among the most popular of home improvements. They can be costly—a mid-range minor kitchen remod...
Make sure your kitchen stands out from the crowd with one of these customized countertop treatments.
When you’re remodeling a kitchen on a budget, laminate is the best affordable option for countertops. Nowadays this t...
Many Americans nowadays care about making eco-friendly choices. And when it comes to countertops, engineered stone is...
Perhaps never before have there been so many enticing countertop options to fit every budget, décor, and culinary nee...
Granite. It’s the most popular natural countertop surface for kitchens and baths in America. And for good reason—it’s...
Countertops pull double duty as a visual design element and a hardworking surface. Cost depends on materials, with pr...
Consumers have a great deal of choice when it comes to kitchen countertops. There are options available from moderate...
When it comes to countertop types, there are both natural and manmade surface options choices available. The principa...
Busy lifestyles mean that many families are solution-driven. The key to contemporary design is to find a way to do it...
There’s been a change in consumer attitude, marked by people following their own style sense, rather than the trends....
Formica, the colorful laminate used in American homes for generations, turns 100 this year. It was back in 1913 that ...
With the past decade’s countertop trend leaning heavily on granite and solid surface materials, many have forgotten about the economical and DIY- friendly laminat...
In their quest for more storage, work surfaces, and style, more and more kitchen remodelers are living the island lif...
When deciding between brands with many of the same benefits, the choice comes down to the finer details.
The best ideas in storage, stove tops, and seating are bound to serve you a little kitchen island inspiration.
Cursed with a galley kitchen like most apartment dwellers, I dream of the day I’ll upgrade to a space big enough for ...
The original butcher blockers were literally blocks up to sixteen inches thick: hard rock maple pieces were often dov...
We've narrowed down the options to include some of the very best wood types for a kitchen countertop, whether you're interested in a functional butcher block or a...
When it comes to naturally beautiful countertops, it’s hard to beat the warmth and character of wood. Before you opt ...
Maintaining your countertops may require more than a simple cleaning. Here are top tips for maintaining every material.
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
The choices are many, but which kitchen countertop is the best for you? Find out here.
At one time or another most of us have considered remodeling the kitchen. It’s the one room in the house that sees th...
Our laminate countertop looked fine, but the protective coating was pretty much gone. Coffee, tea, wine, juice, sauce...
Bob reviews the progress of his western red cedar custom fence, designed to provide privacy and block the carport from the neighbors’ view.
Bob discusses installation and care of the new kitchen soapstone countertop and tours the kitchen, showing the cabinetry, storage, future mudroom, and small offic...
Scott Lawyer makes a template for a Corian kitchen countertop and installs the sink section, Andrea Johnson discuss Corian colors.
Bob consults with the project's stone and tile specialist, who explains the process of attaching the Pietra Cardosa countertops to the Cherry Craftline island cab...
Bob and interior decorator DD Allen visit a Miami apartment designed by Pierce Allen.
Bob looks on as workers instal a solid-surface countertop called Zodiaq (from Dupont), which is made of natural silica, quartz, and polymer.
Evan Zgonis of Olympia Marble and Granite gives Bob a tour of the facility where the kitchen countertops being used in the modern Colonial house are manufactured.
Evan Zgonis and the crew form Olympia Marble and Granite are installing the marble countertops in the kitchen.
Bob tours the master bath with an eye towards the luxury appointments, including the double vanity fixtures, granite countertop, and Wellborn cabinets.
John Spellman of Cape Cod Counter Works shows Bob the installation of the shop-made laminate counters in one of the Mashpee, Massachusetts, homes.
Bob meets plumber Charlie Delvecchio of Cape Plumbing at the ranch-style affordable home in Mashpee, Massachusetts.
Dick Deshant (from Counter Intelligence) tells Bob about the new Silestone countertops. And while Brece Rupolt (from Northern Marble & Granite) demonstrates the t...
Bob tours the exterior of the completed Victorian restoration project house, remarking on the color scheme, breezeway, and artist's studio. Inside the house, Bob ...
Carpenter Bob Ryley meets Steve Wilkinson in the kitchen to install the Corian countertops, and Bob talks with Ren Anderson (from the National Renewable Energy La...
Bob checks in with Greg Rockland, the plumber installing a marble countertop in the loft conversion unit.
Bob visits a stainless steel fabrication shop to see how the kitchen counters for the loft project unit are made.
Bob observes Bob Watts weld together the stainless steel kitchen countertops on-site.
Bob meets with Joel Scanlon, who installs legs on a butcher block top and explains how to care for the wood surface.
Bob talks with contractors Jim Azerroe and Mike Burk. Jim is installing a granite kitchen countertop, while Mike puts in the new cabinets and drawers.
Cabinetry and countertops are brought in for this attic conversion project, and fiber-optic lighting is installed.
Bob meets with Rich Rogers, who explains the fabricating techniques for Surell, a solid-surface material manufactured by the Formica.
Bob meets with contractor Ed Weller, who explains how the steel-framed kitchen table will support a surface of Surell, and also how the table will be mounted.
Bob and carpenter Cortney Lofton install a counter around a new apron-front Kohler sink.
Bob and contractor Bob Ryley install a butcher block countertop in the kitchen, and decorator Robyn Peterson shows Bob how to create a "crackle" finish.
Bob watches as David Ingram (of Aldrich Stone) cuts a granite countertop with a cook-top cutout.
Work continues in the kitchen with the resurfacing of old counters. Tips on using contact cement are imparted.
Pablo Contreras (from e-counters.com) joins Bob to explain how shopping, ordering, and installation of all types of custom counters happen through their internet ...
Frank Lowry of FJ Lowry Plumbing and Heating installs the a Franke tri-flow Corinthian faucet, now that the countertop and sink are in place.