Kitchen Counters

If you're looking for "high-end" or "better quality" laminate counters, you may think that you are looking for an oxymoron . After all, laminate counters for years have signified "cheap" and "low-quality," at least in the minds of consumers. The laminate countertop industry has begun to change that, with better quality laminate counters designed to appeal to buyers and remodelers of higher-end h…

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What is the best countertop? Check out our ratings of best countertops for kitchen and bathroom.

Learn the basics of granite slab countertops before you buy. Granite slab countertops are far too expensive a purchase to jump into without some knowledge of the material.

Surprised to hear about Formica Solid Surfacing? I sure was. I thought Formica only dealt with laminate.

Get great countertop ideas. Here are kitchen countertop ideas for your own home.

Countertop Refinishing

Learn how to repair countertop scratches and gouges for tile, granite, laminite, and more.

Wood countertops add instant warmth and style. But are they the best food preparation surface? Let's look at wood countertops in your kitchen.

Waving on the issue of marble countertops for your kitchen? Let us help you form a clear picture of what it means to own a marble countertop.

Let's look at quartz vs. granite countertops. How do granite vs. quartz countertops compare in quality and price?

Get the skinny on laminate countertops. Our Laminate Countertop Buyer's Guide gives you the basics on this popular kitchen and bathroom countertop material.

Laminate Countertops

Want great kitchen countertop ideas? Find popular kitchen countertops like granite, laminate, quartz, and solid surface, as well as off-beat choices like concrete, glass, and steel.

Are cheap countertops even possible? Weigh in and let us know your opinions of cheap countertops...if such a thing exists.

Cheap countertops? Are cheap countertops even possible? We explore the relative range of prices for kitchen and bathroom counters.

What are Cambria countertops? How do Cambria quartz counters perform against granite countertops?

Soapstone countertops – are they soft? Will soapstone counters melt on contact with water? No. Find out why soapstone is a viable kitchen and bath countertop choice.

Find out the cost of countertops. Here are real-live estimates for countertop cost - granite, laminate, solid-surface, Corian, and much more.

We tell you the price of Zodiaq counters. Price estimates for installed DuPont Zodiaq counters.

Concrete countertops are the trendy thing now. Why do homeowners choose concrete countertops for their kitchens (and sometimes bathrooms, too)? More importantly, should you “go concrete”?

Want to know the price of Corian? Corian price is difficult to nail down, but I think I can help you here with a list of some Corian prices.

Let's compare and contrast Corian (solid-surface), quartz, and granite kitchen countertop materials.

We had a question from a reader about quartz countertops. What is a quartz countertop? Are quartz countertops better than granite or Corian countertops?

Corian vs. Granite - which is the better solid surface countertop material for your kitchen? Find out who wins in the Corian / Granite debate!

Learn all about butcher block kitchen islands. Is a butcher block kitchen island right for your kitchen, and is it affordable, too?

Learn how one reader designed her own kitchen tile backsplash. She applied kitchen tile backsplash designs, saving money and time.

Granite countertop tiles are a great way to save the huge cost of slab granite counter installation. Look into granite countertop tile as a relatively easy DIY job for your kitchen.

How can I find cheap granite for kitchen counters? Is it possible to find cheap granite kitchen counters?

A quick tip—and caution—about screwing laminate counters from the bottom up. Laminate counters are finicky things, so be careful when screwing from underneath. Find out how.

What is Pedra modular granite? Is Pedra Granite the only modular granite countertop supplier?

Modular granite countertops - budget-saver or just another ploy to separate you from your money? Modular granite is one of the newer ways to install real granite in your kitchen, avoiding high installer charges.

Corian and Silestone are often thought of as being similar kitchen counter materials. Not so! Find out the main differences between Corian and Silestone countertop materials.

Yes, it is possible to paint laminate counters and furniture. Painting laminate is a cheap and relatively easy way to give you "new" surfaces.

Tile has its own personality. So it is best to keep a few time-tested rules in mind when designing with tile in your kitchen or bathroom.

Granite is a wonderful but not necessarily perfect material for bathrooms and kitchens. Find out why.

Marble is often considered the height of luxury for homes. But is marble really all what people claim it is?

Tile is one of the most favorite design materials for kitchens and bathrooms. It has been used since Roman times, and even though excellent manmade materials have become popular in recent years, tile is still valued for its beauty and cost-saving potential. All tile can be classed into three different types: ceramic, quarry, and stone.

You have a host of countertop options for the kitchen or bathroom. No longer limited to Formica, countertops now are being made of stone, concrete, granite, engineered stone, stainless steel and, yes, good old laminate.

Granite, wood, laminate? Which is cleanest after a wash and rinse?

A backsplash can help save your kitchen walls - learn about this easy kitchen project!

Solid surface countertops are highly valued because of their beauty and because they resist scratches very well. Learn all about solid surface countertops such as Corian.

A quick run-down of all your kitchen counter options, along with pros and cons of each countertop material--from concrete to stainless steel.

Q: "Do I really need to seal my granite countertops? It seems like such a pain..." A: "Yes, sealing your granite is a good idea..."

How much does granite cost for kitchen counters? Is the cost of granite within reach for your kitchen countertops? Find out...

Can I install tile on laminate countertops?

Find out details about installing tile on laminate counters.

Did you know that one way to revitalize counters is by refinishing? Counter top refinishing could be an easy way for you to get new counters.

A quick list of counter depth refrigerator dimensions.

Let's look at a method of resurfacing your counters that is more substantial than mere painting. It's called Countertop Transformations, by Rust-Oleum.