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 ...

When it comes to the kitchen, the countertop is where all the action happens - that's why durability is essential. Its aesthetic value, too, is key, being the dominant visual focus in the space. We ...

Kitchen countertops are possibly the hardest working element of the kitchen. These long slabs of stone, wood, metal and quartz are in use on a constant, daily basis, whether it’s for preparing food, a ...

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 ...

Solid surface countertops are made from solid synthetic materials like acrylics, epoxy resins and even concrete. They can be a single color or can have pieces of crushed quartz or recycled glass chips ...

Are you considering a new countertop surface for your new home or a remodel of your existing kitchen countertops? It can be difficult to decide which countertop surface will look and function the best ...

Dear David: There are many types of durable countertops, but solid-surface countertops are particularly beautiful, durable and easy to care for. They are a bit on the pricey side as compared to some ...

Dear James: I always wanted an attractive solid surface countertop in my kitchen, but my husband resisted. Well, I am divorced now, and I am remodeling. What do you think of these types of countertops ...

Q: My solid-surface kitchen counter developed a crack when a utensil that was too hot was set on it. I’d like to fix the crack myself, but people I’ve consulted say the repair should be done by a ...