Distinctive and unique countertops often come with a hefty price tag, especially if you are looking for the durability and style of natural materials like thickly veined marble or speckled granite.

Kitchen countertop trends come and go, but ultimately it all boils down to two things: your personal taste and how much work you're willing to do in terms of routine maintenance. For example, the main ...

There are so many clever, earth-friendly upcycling projects to do (and so little time!). Among the more dramatic of these projects is replacing a kitchen counter. The upcycled kitchen counters that I ...

The concrete countertops in Eleanor Zuckerman’s San Francisco kitchen are handcrafted works of art. Custom-designed by Fu-Tun Cheng of Berkeley, Calif.-based Cheng Concrete, they feature colors like ...

Kitchen countertops are a key element of your kitchen. But how can we make kitchen worktops more sustainable in line with our other eco-friendly lifestyle choices? Well, beyond choosing a kitchen ...

One of the most exciting home improvement materials I've seen lately is glass - as in new glass countertop styles. A glass countertop gives a sleek, uniquely modern look to your kitchen or bath. It ...

A: After our column on countertops appeared, we received feedback from other readers wondering why we didn't include recycled glass as an option. There are so many options for countertops - including ...

This Bethesda kitchen by Anthony Wilder Design/Build features Silestone countertops. Their light, speckled color provides a contrast with the island’s red base. Photograph by Robert C. Lautman If ...

The concrete countertops in Eleanor Zuckerman's San Francisco kitchen are hand-crafted works of art. Custom-designed by Fu-Tun Cheng of the Berkeley, California-based Cheng Concrete, they feature ...

One of the most exciting home improvement materials I’ve seen lately is glass - as in new glass countertop styles. A glass countertop gives a sleek, uniquely modern look to your kitchen or bath. It ...