Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Quartz countertops are engineered using minerals and resins, unlike natural granite. Granite requires sealing and maintenance, while quartz is easier to maintain. Granite withstands higher heat but ...

If you're in the process of choosing countertop materials for your kitchen or bathroom, you already know two of the most popular options are quartz and granite countertops. On the surface (pun ...

Granite is one of the most popular materials for kitchen and bathroom countertops right now thanks to its durability and versatility. There are over 200 different types of granite in the marketplace, ...

Granite countertops cost about $3,300 on average, or between $2,000 and $4,500 for most jobs. The larger the slab, the more you’ll pay for it, since things like the weight of the slab and cutting out ...