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 ...

Q. Granite countertops are still very popular, and I love the look of natural stone. But I can't afford the giant thick slabs of granite. I've seen the thinner, affordable granite tile and wonder how ...

Granite is an igneous rock created from ancient volcanic activity. It can contain lots of different minerals, creating unique patterns of swirls and veins. According to Neely, granite is “probably the ...

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Planning a space outdoors for social barbecues, pizza nights, and al fresco dinners has been one of the most popular home improvement projects in recent years. Outdoor kitchen ideas are great for ...

When Katie and Kevin Adams entertain in their Belle Chasse backyard, there’s usually a crowd: kids in the palm-shaded pool, grown-ups sitting by the cabana bar, Kevin boiling seafood and Katie ...

Old counters can make a kitchen feel out-of-date, but replacing them with new, expensive materials isn’t always an option. Here are a few less expensive ways to refinish dingy countertops and give ...