Countertops aren’t exactly a change-every-season situation (thank goodness!), but they do play a major (and growing) role in how your kitchen looks and functions. Experts are noticing that people are ...

If you're planning a kitchen renovation and you want new countertops and floors, make sure you align these factors. You don't ...

When gardening, there are ideal periods to grow certain plants and times when it's best to prune them back. Are there also preferred times to do other home projects? Is there a best time of the year ...

Laminate countertops have their place as a cost-effective countertop material, but it's tough to find many fans of the material. Sure, you can find plenty of color variety with laminate countertops, ...

Dear Melanie: If you like glossy, easy-to-clean countertops, then a solid surface one is just what you need. These countertops are often made of a plastic material, such as acrylic, and have a very ...

One project DIYers might consider is replacing kitchen countertops. Bart Bauer, kitchen and bath manager for Chelsea Lumber Company, says replacing countertops is one project he frequently helps ...

The cost of countertops ranges from $600 to $7,780, with the average homeowner spending $3,315 to install new countertops. On the extreme low end, you might spend as little as $160 for a small section ...

Dear James: My old kitchen countertops are scratched and discolored. I want to replace them with new synthetic solid surface countertops. Are these very durable and should I try to install them myself ...