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Countertops add color, texture and a durable work surface for food prep. Whether you choose natural stone, colorful tile or a sustainable new solid-surface material, get options for one of the busiest spaces in your home
Concrete is a beautiful, durable and versatile material, which is why it’s become so popular for kitchen and bathroom concrete countertops. It provides the high end modern look of marble granite and other premium countertop materials without the price tag. It’s also more dynamic and handles wear and tear, especially outdoors, better than laminate tile …
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Renowned for value and durability, laminate countertops are a great choice for any kitchen. If yours are scratched, don’t panic. Gouges can easily be fixed with seam filler in a few easy steps. If the edges of your laminate countertops are damaged, heat will reactivate the contact cement used to attach them. Just set a …
There’s nothing like butcher block countertops, especially if it looks well worn. Save yourself the trouble and the expense of finding a perfectly distressed butcher block countertop by distressing one yourself. All you need is a couple hours and a few basic tools and supplies. Here’s what you need to have on hand to take …
The kitchen counter is easily the busiest and most used fixture of a home. From winning you over when you first stepped into your brand new home to being used for food prep, unpacking groceries, and for holding the mail, the kitchen counter takes a whole lot of wear and tear over the years, and …
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Complete kitchen remodels can cost tens of thousands of dollars, with $20,000 representing an average price tag for a 200 square foot kitchen. That’s a figure that understandably strikes fear into the hearts of many a homeowner, but luckily, there’s a more affordable way to update your kitchen. These three kitchen remodel upgrades will make …
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I am putting butcher block in for the bar top and countertops. What do you recommend as a sealer?
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Durable, easy to clean, and attractive, plastic laminate countertops are popular for a reason. If yours could use an update, you can replace them yourself in a single day. All you need are some basic tools, supplies, and a little elbow grease. Here’s what you’ll need for this intermediate-level project: TOOLS Tape Measure Power Drill/Driver …
There is nothing like a well-designed backsplash to liven up your kitchen. Believe it or not, even on a tight budget, it’s an upgrade you can easily do on your own. Whether you’re using whole tiles, mosaic sheets, or any other tile variety, tile installation always follows the same steps. We recommend ordering ten percent …
When choosing a new kitchen countertop, you’ll want to balance a variety of factors, including style, maintenance needs, durability and budget. Happily, due to the wide range of different countertop materials, you’ll be sure to find one that suits your needs and situation.
I recently installed a slate kitchen backsplash. To protect it and keep it clean, should I use the countertop sealer sold in home centers? Or could a light coat of polyurethane do the trick?
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I accidentally set a hot pan on my laminate countertop and it left a big burn. Is there anything I can do to fix it or cover it up besides buying a new countertop? Any advice is appreciated.
I have several small chips (missing pieces) on the edge of my granite kitchen counter. Is it okay to buy a DIY kit to fix this, or should I go ahead and hire a professional? If I should buy a kit, what kit should I buy?
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How do you tile over a Formica counter top to create a tile counter top?
We have a home that was built in the early 70’s. The builder used Formica for the counter tops and also the back splash area in our kitchen and both bathrooms. We have a huge counter in the kitchen and would like to change it from Formica to another product on the counters and have …
DuPont Stone Care products seal and protect natural stone surfaces like granite and marble. Use DuPont Granite & Marble Countertop Cleaner + Protector for daily cleaning of natural stone countertops in your kitchen.
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Help, I’ve been a DIYr for 20 years. I’ve come across a problem with my kitchen backsplash. I want to tile the area between the countertop and overhead cabinets but the cabinets are crooked. The countertop is level. The over a five foot span, the wall measures 15″ high on the left and 14 1/2″ …
Learn how to clean natural stone surfaces like floors and countertops without streaking, discoloring or defacing. Get quick tips on how to protect granite, travertine, marble and other natural stone floors and countertops.
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Laminate countertops that have cracks, burns, or knife scars can be repaired with a plastic filler. To repair the laminate countertop, prepare the laminate countertop surface according to manufacturer’s instructions. After prepping the laminate countertop, sand the countertop, then add a special topcoat to make your newly repaired laminate countertop look new again.
Some natural materials make great countertops, and some don’t. Wood adds warmth and natural beauty to a kitchen, but is not a great counter choice because it dents easily and requires regular sealing. Keep wood in mind for counter edging and trim, but look to stone, granite, or marble as your natural surface options.
Do you love the look of natural stone countertops, but not their price tags? Those high prices aren’t exactly written in stone. For more affordable natural stone countertops, use smaller sections of stone, which are sold as large squares. The squares can be placed side-by-side with the joints filled with grout. These smaller stone squares …
Get eco-friendly tips for selecting a green kitchen countertop for your kitchen. Earth-friendly, green, countertops are easier than ever to find today thanks to the many material options that are kind to the environment
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