Putting an attractive bevel on a countertop enhances its beauty, while taking off the sharp edge makes it safer. However, beveling a countertop is no easy job. It’s one that even skilled DIY homeowners stay away from for two reasons: Most of us don’t have the right tools and few have the requisite experience. Is… Continue reading How to Bevel a Countertop
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The Benefits of Concrete Countertops
If you’re thinking that installing concrete countertops would be like having a chunk of sidewalk in the kitchen or bath, you haven’t seen what’s being done with them. Today’s concrete counters feature striking good looks along with many other benefits. Here are the 5 reasons to choose concrete countertops. Concrete Offers Gorgeous Options Let’s start… Continue reading The Benefits of Concrete Countertops
How to Clean Countertops: Your Cleaning Guide for 7 Popular Surface Materials
Are you looking for a quick guide on how to clean countertops so that they always look and perform their best? Cleaning methods for different types of counters are just as varied as the materials themselves, so knowing what to use can be a bit tricky. That’s why we have put together this list of popular… Continue reading How to Clean Countertops: Your Cleaning Guide for 7 Popular Surface Materials
Comparing the Top Solid Surface Countertop Manufacturers
There are more than a dozen manufacturers of solid surface countertops that are considered to be good to outstanding. Of these, a few stand out from the crowd. This comparison of solid surface countertop brands includes those companies that have the top-rated products as well as a great range of styles, colors and accessories. Here’s… Continue reading Comparing the Top Solid Surface Countertop Manufacturers
Pros and Cons of Slate Countertops
Slate countertops have a lot going for them including stellar good looks, great durability and a non-porous surface that makes them easy to clean and requires less maintenance than granite, marble or concrete. This is a versatile countertop product that works well in kitchens, bathrooms, wet bars and can also be used for backsplashes and… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Slate Countertops
Top 5 Low Maintenance Countertop Surface Options
Homeowners looking for low maintenance countertops have many outstanding choices in all price ranges. Here is a list of the top 5 low maintenance countertop surface options along with the price range for each one. Laminate A laminate countertop surface has many advantages. It is affordable, comes in hundreds of colors and patterns and is… Continue reading Top 5 Low Maintenance Countertop Surface Options