Countertop Planning

Prepare for your next countertop project by discovering our planning ideas & tips.

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How To Build a DIY Breakfast Bar

Add more counter space to your kitchen with a breakfast bar. We share our approaches and top tips to help you make a DIY breakfast bar.
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How To Choose the Perfect Countertop for Your Home

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner select the perfect new countertop for their home.
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All About Wood Countertops and How to Choose the Right Kind

From types of wood to maintenance, our experts help you decide what’s the best choice for your wood kitchen countertop.
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Quartz Countertops: Buying Guide, Costs, and Care

With the look of natural stone, minus the maintenance, quartz countertops give granite a run for its money.
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All About Stone Countertops: A Comprehensive Guide

See your options for stone countertops and which is best for your kitchen, plus learn about installation and maintenance tips.
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Everything You Need to Know About Kitchen Islands

Kitchen islands are multipurpose units that can enhance a kitchen's utility and appearance. Find our best kitchen island ideas here.
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How to Build a Home Bar

From our Hammer It Out series: Create a stately and sophisticated gathering place for mixing and serving drinks
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All About Laminate

Laminate, the stuff of retro 1950s kitchens, is looking cool again thanks to new patterns and vibrant colors.