Quartz is an engineered stone, boasting benefits of durability and stain resistance, which is why it is such a popular ...

Granite is a popular material for countertops, specifically polished and honed granite. These two granite finishes are frequently seen in kitchens and sometimes in bathrooms. Now though, a different ...

Though the actual cost of installing your granite countertops depends on factors like the size, color and quality of the stone, one factor that significantly impacts price is texture.

These minerals and their variation in abundance and alteration give granite the numerous colors and textures we see in granite countertops.

Refinish a countertop to look like real granite There are several do-it-yourself refinishing kits you can buy to provide a durable, real-granite or stonelike appearance.

Q: I got new kitchen counters — granite with a leathered finish — about a year and 9 months ago. They have developed areas of discoloration, with several areas much lighter than the ...

Get beyond the brand names and your countertop options really just come down to a handful of materials. Here's a look at seven of the most popular types of kitchen countertops available..

Granite is the most popular material for kitchen and bathroom countertops right now. For your next renovation, get a luxurious look for less.

Cardinal Concepts new textured granite countertops will be featured in the Pat Durham built home at Homearama 2012, July 14-29, in Rock Springs.

“Our Granite SDK technology is actually a texture streaming and compression middleware,” confirms Demeulemeester. “The nice thing is that streaming and compression go hand in hand.