Since the dawn of modern kitchen design, the conundrum of choosing the perfect countertop has plagued many a homeowner. Marble, wood, laminate — all of these materials have their individual strengths ...

Choosing your countertops is a key part of the design process. They add an incredibly functional element while also creating the look and feel you want for your space. So, choosing the right material ...

When Philemon Kituyi, an accountant built his new home in Utawala, Nairobi, he was not keen on using wooden boarding for the floors. Not sure on which materials to use, he settled for the common ...

You're likely wondering about the pros and cons of quartz vs. granite countertops. Here I will outline the geology of granite and quartz, their source, physical attributes, durability, and ...

We are in love with nature — but also with technology — so which is better when you build or remodel a home? Natural products such as wood or wool? Or a ­man-made substitute, such as laminate or nylon ...

Granite is a natural substance taken from quarries, while quartz is manufactured. Both are durable, but granite requires you to reapply sealant every few years ...

Engineered quartz and natural stone have long battled for the countertop crown in the kitchen. For the first time, quartz has surpassed stone, according to the 2019 Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. When ...

Grey Sand (G002), White Quartz (G004), Platinum Granite (G007), Black Sand (G009), Black Pearl (G010), Midnight Pearl (G015), Black Granite (G031), Arctic Granite ...

Granite colors range the spectrum from white to black to pink, but what makes a single rock type so variable? Here we will discover what makes each granite a different color, what that tells us about ...