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What Does It Mean To 'Leather' Stone, Plus How To Do It
Our experts break down the 'leathering' technique and tell you whether it's right for your worksurfaces
By Maya Glantz Published
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How Much Should Countertops Overhang for Seating? The Golden Rule Kitchen Designers Swear by
We love a kitchen island dining setup, but what's the optimal amount of overhang needed for this design?
By Maya Glantz Published
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Kitchens With Terrazzo Countertops Are Making (Another) Comeback — Here's What You Need to Know About Them
Terrazzo surfaces are strange in that they have an aesthetic appeal that is both enduring and trendy — but are they practical?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I'm Tempted by Wood Countertops for My Kitchen, But Are They Hard to Maintain?
Torn between stone and wooden kitchen countertops like I was? Well here's your answer to whether they're easy to care for, or not
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Properly Clean Quartz Countertops — And the Products You Should Never (Ever) Use
It is an increasingly popular countertop choice, but if you want your stone to sparkle, you'll need to know how to take care of it properly
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Yes, Laminate Countertops Can Look Stylish. Here Are 5 Easy Steps to Make Yours Gleam
Laminate kitchen surfaces are versatile, hard-wearing, and budget-friendly, but how do you keep this material looking its best? Let's find out!
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How to Get Red Wine Stains Out of White Marble Countertops — Cleaning Experts Share Their Secret Solutions to Reverse the Damage
Red wine stains and white marble are a match made in hell if you don't know how to treat them properly. Let this expert guide be your savior
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How to Style the High-Gloss, Candy-Colored Kitchen Countertops You're About to See Everywhere
Coming in every color of the rainbow, lava stone countertops feel modern and timeless with these styling tricks from interior experts
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Polish Marble Countertops — 4 Expert Steps and Common Mistakes You Should Avoid
Make your countertops look as radiant as ever without the fear of causing damage by following this expert-informed guide
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to Clean Countertops — 5 Expert-Approved Steps to Gleaming, Good-As-New Surfaces
Get your space in top form with these tips and tricks from cleaning professionals
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to Clean Granite Countertops — Cleaning Experts' Go-To 5-Step Method for Gleaming Counters
This guide is all you need to approach your grimy countertops and banish any stubborn stains in sight
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Declutter Kitchen Countertops — 9 Steps to Help Streamline Your Space
We asked professional organizers to share the best ways to clear your surfaces for a more practical kitchen and a minimalist look
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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Experts Warn Against Leaving These Everyday Items on Your Bathroom Countertop — Number 5 Might Surprise You!
Bathroom countertop space is real estate gold, so here's how you should make the most of it
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Should a Kitchen Floor Match Countertops? This Is How to Pick Both for an On-Trend Kitchen
Whether you've ever considered if these elements should work together or not, it's all part of the balance of your kitchen, experts say
By Aditi Sharma Published
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Should Kitchen Countertops Be Light or Dark? Experts Reveal the Pros and Cons of Both
Designing a kitchen is tough enough and then choosing the shade of the counter can be even more confusing. Thankfully experts are here to help
By Aditi Sharma Published
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5 Things You Shouldn't Keep on Your Countertops if You Want an Uncluttered, Minimalist Kitchen
Kitchen countertops provide us with space and therefore must be kept clear for everyday use. Our experts have shared 5 things that shouldn't be kept on them
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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This Viral IKEA ‘Crumb-Collecting’ Cutting Board is the Must-Have Remedy to Messy Countertops
Is your countertop always littered with crumbs? This stylish cutting board from IKEA will help keep your surfaces clean and tidy
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Marble vs Granite — Which is Best? 'It's the Battle of the Countertops,' Say Experts
If you're weighing up marble vs granite for your kitchen countertops, here's what you need to know, according to experts
By Aditi Sharma Published
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Pink Marble Countertops — What You Need to Know About These Swoon-Worthy Surfaces
Pink might just be the most flattering color, and marble the most luxurious of materials, which is why designers are turning to pink marble for their kitchen and bathroom countertops
By Oonagh Turner Published
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How Can I Redo My Kitchen Countertops Without Replacing Them? 4 DIY Hacks To Know
Kitchen renovations are a long process, but these ideas will help you get a new countertop with less of the upheaval
By Aditi Sharma Published
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How to Decorate Kitchen Countertops Without the Clutter — Designers Share Their Style Secrets
There is a fine line between decor and clutter, so where do we draw it? We ask the kitchen experts
By Oonagh Turner Published
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How Do You Best Light Kitchen Countertops? 4 Tricks That Will Help You Get it Just Right
From multi-functionality to scale, designers share the key factors to consider to make sure you light your kitchen countertops correctly
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This Viral Amazon Buy is a Genius — and Chic — Way to Make Your Countertops Look Better and Last for Longer
Every modern kitchen is prone to the same problem, and this viral Amazon buy will not only save your countertops but will save you time, too
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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What's the difference between Corian and Quartz countertops? This guide will help you decide between them
Renovating your kitchen and unsure what to pick between Corian vsQuartz countertops? We ask the experts for their help
By Aditi Sharma Published
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7 things that kitchen designers never overlook when specifying countertops - 'consider these details from the get-go'
Want to create design wow through your kitchen countertops? Material choice, edging and slab sizes are only some of the details to get right
By Lindsay Blair Published
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5 things you need to know about Corian countertops (from someone who has them in their own kitchen)
Considering Corian for your kitchen countertops? Here's what you should know about them before you buy
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Are butcher block countertops durable? Yes - if you follow this expert low maintenance advice
If you're considering a butcher block countertop but are unsure about its durability, longevity and strength, then these essential points are worth keeping in mind
By Aditi Sharma Published
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What are the best countertops for cooking? The styles to consider for your kitchen if you love to cook
Whether you're looking for countertops to knead dough on or just one that holds up to red sauce stains, these are the best styles for budding chefs
By Sophie Flaxman Published
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What alternatives to marble are there? The 5 trending materials you should also consider for countertops and more
Marble may be a trending material for our homes, but by looking at these alternatives, you might just discover something unique and unexpected
By Luke Arthur Wells Published