It's time to ditch that dated granite and consider these two versatile materials. Here's how to choose which one would be the best for your kitchen glow-up.

Brown granite. Dramatic manmade veining. Glossy finishes. These were the crème de la crème of countertops at one point. But in 2026? These are the dated countertops designers are looking to nix.

Move over granite — there’s a new favorite in town. Quartz is quickly taking the top spot for kitchens, baths, laundry rooms countertops and even fireplace surrounds. One of the hardest surfaces on ...

Tile backsplashes are falling out of favor, allowing for a new trend to take over that boasts many advantages over the ...

Not only are they considered the prime real estate of the kitchen, but homeowners also expect them to look stunning at all times, even though they face daily threats of knife blades, scalding pans and ...

Quartz countertops are a popular choice because they’re pretty durable and easy to maintain. The material is man-made from ...