Countertop Ideas & Inspiration

Explore inspiring countertop ideas that will drastically make your home more efficient & appealing.

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All About Concrete Countertops

Considering concrete countertops for your home? Learn more about concrete countertops, including their design options, durability, and maintenance needs.
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Marble Accent Trends to Try in Your Home

Love the look of marble? Read this guide to gain some stylish ideas for adding a touch of the luxe stone with fewer worries.
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15 Beautiful Kitchen Countertop Ideas and Designs

Replacing your countertops can be a budget-friendly way to upgrade the look and feel of your entire kitchen. Get inspired by these designs.
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How To Build a DIY Breakfast Bar

Add more counter space to your kitchen with a breakfast bar. We share our approaches and top tips to help you make a DIY breakfast bar.
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Buying Guide for Butcher-Block Kitchen Islands

No time to build it before Thanksgiving? Pick a readymade model that works for you
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How To Choose the Perfect Countertop for Your Home

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner select the perfect new countertop for their home.
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All About Wood Countertops and How to Choose the Right Kind

From types of wood to maintenance, our experts help you decide what’s the best choice for your wood kitchen countertop.
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How to Build a Butcher-Block Island

Combine iron threaded pipe and butcher block to create a kitchen centerpiece.
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Quartz Countertops: Buying Guide, Costs, and Care

With the look of natural stone, minus the maintenance, quartz countertops give granite a run for its money.
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All About Stone Countertops: A Comprehensive Guide

See your options for stone countertops and which is best for your kitchen, plus learn about installation and maintenance tips.
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Everything You Need to Know About Kitchen Islands

Kitchen islands are multipurpose units that can enhance a kitchen's utility and appearance. Find our best kitchen island ideas here.
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All About Laminate

Laminate, the stuff of retro 1950s kitchens, is looking cool again thanks to new patterns and vibrant colors.
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How To Build a Laminate Counter and Attach Backsplash

Building your own laminate counter can add style to your kitchen without breaking the bank. Read how to complete this task in our step-by-step guide.
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11 Ways to Save While You Splurge

Easy ways to cut costs, not corners, on some of the most high-end home-improvement projects