The kitchen is the heart of your home and the most important room for most homebuyers. It’s also the most stressful room to try to upgrade or remodel, thanks in large part to the seemingly countless ...

There are several things you'll want to be careful to avoid when renovating your kitchen. However, choosing the wrong countertops is arguably one of the most serious mistakes you could make. As Rachel ...

Get beyond the brand names and your countertop options really just come down to a handful of materials. The choices can seem overwhelming, but the truth is that there's never been a better time to be ...

In this kitchen designed by Dee Elms, Jet Mist Granite was selected. “It’s a very durable stone with resistance to stains, ...

Like other aspects of interior design, different types of flooring go in and out of style. Sometimes the trends coincide with when a newly developed material is mass produced and becomes affordable ...

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 ...

DEAR HELOISE: I house-sit and clean for a number of clients, and I wanted to share some observations. The use of granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms seems to be a high priority for ...

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