Backsplashes and Countertops

Chip-Free Laminate Cut
Score the laminate outside the cutline to prevent cracking.
Sustainable Solid Interior Surfaces
Silestone's new Le Chic and Urban Crush collections feature surfaces made with 100% renewable energy and 20% recycled materials.
7 Options for Countertops
Templating Techniques for Countertops and Floating Shelves
Fit finished parts into tricky spaces, with no gaps and no risk.
Strengthening Notched Floor Joists
Beef up joists by fastening plywood or adding bridging or blocking.
Guide to Countertops: Wood
Wood surfaces are a charming accent, but not the best choice for an entire kitchen.
Guide to Countertops: Concrete
Formed in custom molds with colors and objects mixed in, concrete is the most artistic medium.
Guide to Countertops: Engineered Quartz
Durable, maintenance-free, and available in almost any color, pattern, and texture, manufactured-stone countertops dominate the market.
Guide to Countertops: Solid Surface
Solid-surface materials made with acrylic or polyester are lightweight, versatile, and easy to fabricate.
Guide to Countertops: Laminate
This 20th-century material is a great choice for retro style, cost savings, and custom printing.

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