The fashion craze for trendy quartz kitchen counter tops is putting workmen at risk of a disease that can lead to chest infections, heart failure and lung cancer. The illness, known as silicosis, is ...

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 ...

Whether you’re a waterfall countertop superfan and think they turn kitchen islands into beautiful natural stone focal points, ...

If you’re thinking about replacing your kitchen counters, and your timing couldn’t be better. Gone forever are the days when your only choices were plastic laminate or wood butcherblock. Today, there ...

Today’s column comes from deep down a rabbit hole, one I fell into while researching what kind of counter material I would like if I ever remodel my kitchen, which is looking less likely given how ...

Today's column comes from deep down a rabbit hole, which I fell into while researching what kind of counter material I would like if I ever remodel my kitchen, which is looking less likely given how ...

Cleaning: To keep your wood countertops looking great, clean daily with a nonabrasive cleaner or a homemade mix of warm water with a splash of distilled white vinegar. Gently scrape off any food ...