When outfitting or remodeling a kitchen, it's easy to focus on functional elements such as appliances, cabinets, and even the sink. But countertops are just as important as any other element in the ...

If you pay attention to this sort of thing (and I sincerely hope you don’t), you may already know that quartz overtook poor old granite some years ago as the trendy kitchen countertop material of ...

Quartz countertops are synthetic or engineered materials using minerals, including quartz, as the main ingredient. The highly concentrated slabs are strong and dense, much like natural stone. Quartz ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Granite is a natural substance taken from quarries, while quartz is manufactured. Both are durable, but granite requires you to reapply sealant every few years ...