Think they went out with the 1990s? Think again. In a sea of sleek, flat surfaces, these kitchen surfaces stand out.

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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Q. Granite countertops are still very popular, and I love the look of natural stone. But I can't afford the giant thick slabs of granite. I've seen the thinner, affordable granite tile and wonder how ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Tile isn't just for backsplashes and bathroom floors. Mosaics can also make up the material for countertops. Popular in the '70s ...

: I'm going to replace my countertop with ceramic tile, so I have removed my old laminate one leaving nothing but the cabinets below. I have done some small floor tiling projects, but never a ...

Q: I am pretty handy and follow your tips whenever I do plumbing work. I plan to remodel my kitchen myself and will install granite tiles on my countertops since I don’t have the equipment or skills ...

Q: I have a beautiful laminate kitchen countertop, which I like. Unfortunately, my ex-husband burned a spot on it. Can I repair this countertop because I cannot afford to replace it with a new one? A: ...

Dear James: The kids have burned a spot with hot pans in my laminated kitchen countertop. I cannot afford a new countertop. Is there any method to make a repair myself that will not look terrible? - ...