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Concrete Countertops Look Great, but "It's Not the Material for Everyone" — The Pros and Cons, Explained by a Specialist
From its installation process to its durability factor, here's what you need to know before you consider concrete for your kitchen or bathroom countertops
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13 Trending Kitchen Islands That You'll See in All the Coolest Schemes Next Year
Sleek lines, natural textures, and multifunctional layouts, these island ideas show how this staple is evolving into a showstopping design element
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How to Squeeze Seating Into a Galley Kitchen — 5 Clever Ways Experts Make it Work and How It Can Transform Your Space
Turn your slim, narrow kitchen into the home’s most inviting hub with creative seating ideas you may never have considered before
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6 Ways Using Shallow Cabinets Can Get so Much More From a Small Kitchen — and How Specifying Them Works
See how reducing certain cabinets can open up your kitchen, create flow, and allow you to visually express youself
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The Main Types of Ovens to Choose From for Your Kitchen and Preferred Cooking Style — Plus, Why It Really Matters Which You Pick
Here is everything you need to know to make the right choice for your space
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Home Bakers Might Dream of a Proving Drawer, but Is It Worth It? Cost and Space, Versus How Easy It Is to Recreate the Effects Without One
Everything you need to know about warmer drawers and how they can impact the overall look and feel of your kitchen
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I've Written About Hundreds of Kitchens This Year Alone — I Think This Backsplash Material Is the Most Underrated in Design Right Now
This 'living material' brings a whole lot of warmth, shine, and personality to your kitchen design
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What Countertops Actually Go With Gray Kitchen Cabinets? 5 Materials to Consider, Plus Which You Should Avoid
Gray cabinets don't have to be boring; all you need is to pair them with the right countertop, and here are our experts' picks
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Wooden vs Plastic Utensils — Does It Actually Matter Which Ones You Choose for Your Kitchen? Yes, One's More Stylish, but There's Practical Things to Consider, too
To get the lowdown on all things wood and plastic, this expert shares their knowledge on why choosing the right material matters for you and your home
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What Is the Standard Depth of Kitchen Countertops? Plus, When You Can Break This Golden Measurement to Make Your Kitchen Work Better for You
Does the depth of your countertop really matter? Here's what the experts have to say about it
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To Hide the Sockets in This Kitchen's Backsplash, Its Designer Hired a Muralist Who Could Camouflage Them Into the Marble
Ugly plug sockets destroying your dreams of a sleek, seamless kitchen design? This designer has figured out a way to solve that issue
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The Designer of This New York Townhouse Gave the Backsplash a 'Surreal Twist' With This Modern Collage Idea Using Delft Tiles
Playful explorations of color and geometry bring personality to this Park Slope, New York, townhouse renovation
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I Picked Quartz Countertops for My New Kitchen, but Was It the Right Choice? Experts Weigh Up the Pros and Cons
Here is a guide on the advantages and disadvantages of this popular countertop material
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This Kitchen Stool Trend Is What You'll See in the Coolest Renovations in 2026
Organic, sculptural, and eye-catching, this trend will become the main character for your kitchen design. Just wait and see...
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I'm Calling It, Porcelain Is the Most Underrated Material for Countertops — These Are the Pros and Cons to Know
It seems like there are endless uses for this ancient material, but what do the experts think about it for your kitchen countertops?
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Maybe the Coolest IKEA Cabinet Ever? How Designer Matilda Hunyadi Created This Bold Take on Wall Storage
Bright, curvaceous, and full of character, here is everything you need to know about this handy little organization nook
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This Clever Tap 'Insert' Fixes the Problem of Water Staining Around the Sink on Your Wood Countertops
If you've got wooden countertops in your kitchen, you're going to want these clever tap inserts to solve one of the most frustrating problems with this material
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Harvest Baskets Are the Autumn-Coded Organizer That'll Make Your Kitchen Look Charming This Season
Autumnal decorations don't have to all be twee pumpkins and useless knick-knacks — these organizers are equal parts fun and functional
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Are Black Countertops Still in Style? Here's How Designers Are Using Them That Feel Right for 2026-Ready Kitchens
Dark and heavy, or sleek and sultry? The experts share their design tips for taking this counter into the year ahead
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Should You Actually Paint a Small Kitchen in a Dark Color? Yes, but Only If You Follow This Advice
Don't be scared of the dark in a small kitchen, it might be just what your space needs. Here's why painting in deeper colors isn't such a bad idea
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Should I Use a Plastic or Wooden Chopping Board? There's a Clear Winner, but Also a Good Reason You Might Want to Keep Both
Yes, wooden cutting boards look better and are better for you, but there are still times plastic wins out during the cooking process
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Stainless Steel Worktops Make Me Nervous — Can You Really Live With This Trendy Surface at Home? The Pros and Cons, Explained
The experts provide a detailed breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of this material, as well as its potential as an investment.
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Gloss or Matte? How to Choose the Right Countertop Finish Before Remodeling So You're Not Stuck With Surfaces You Regret
Should I choose matte or glossy countertops? Our kitchen experts settle the debate between the two…and reveal how to choose the right finish every time
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5 Countertop Colors That Are Going Out of Style, and What You Should Choose Instead — According to Kitchen Designers
Don't shoot the messenger, but the experts have told me all the countertop shades they never want to see again, and their answers might surprise you
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Can I Put a Hot Pan on My 'Heat-Resistant' Countertops? What to Know About the Different Materials, and the Biggest Mistake to Avoid
Can your countertop handle the heat? Our experts break down the best countertop materials for just that
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"I'm Not Sure I'd Choose Them Again" — Should I Get Sink Draining Grooves Cut Into My Countertop? The Pros and Cons, Explored
It's time to get groovy... or is it? The experts break down whether you really need these drainage lines on your kitchen counter and why
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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference
I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops
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What Actually Is Soapstone? A Stone Expert and Interior Designer Share Their Knowledge on This Trendy Material
From what it is, to how it can be used, here is everything you need to know and make note of when choosing this material for your home
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Forget Flat Veneer Cabinets — Sawn Timber Kitchens Are the 'Unpolished' Material Trend That Makes Your Space Feel More Soulful
For a kitchen full of character and individual charm, you can't beat sawn timber. Here's your guide to the material
