Countertops are quickly becoming the new high-end upgrade. Laminates still top the list for popularity, with solid surface a close second, but natural surfaces such as stone, granite, and quartz are rapidly gaining ground. The selections for all materials run the gamut from rustic to glamorous.
I no longer fight myself on what I used to perceive to be a character flaw and have come to accept my inability to keep the horizontal surfaces in my office clear.
Regarded as the fastest-growing segment of the concrete industry, decorative concrete now is making its way into projects of all sizes and budgets as color and texture experimentation has revived interest in the category. Once only found in high-end homes, colorful concrete can be molded into any...
Ceramic tile is one of the most versatile decorative elements around. The variety of color, texture, shape, and layout available with tile makes it possible to create almost any mood or environment.
Laminate may be one of the least-expensivecountertop materials available, but it can be a great way to add a little pizzazz at a low cost. Laminates can also be a good cost-efficient choice for those who like to change out their countertops and other surfaces frequently, according to Wilsonart's...
Industry experts predict that both the vinyl and composite railing categories will continue to expand, each feeding off the success of the other.
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Providing a clean, sleek look, undermount stainless steel sinks are all the rage in kitchens. But alternative materials are also showing up, along with interesting basin shapes and configurations.
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No longer glorified fans, kitchen range hoods and ventilation products are getting high-tech. With features like delayed-shutoff timers, clean-filter indicators, and sensors that automatically adjust blower operation to the heat output of a range or cooktop, the newest kitchen ventilation hoods...