Q. I recently installed a tile countertop in my kitchen. I love the look of the finished product, however a small problem has arisen. The tiles on the vertical edge of the countertop are falling off.

1. Filling in the gaps Granite whether it is in large slabs or tiles are identical in durability, look and performance, assuming they come from the same quarry. The difference is the finished ...

The cost of countertops ranges from $600 to $7,780, with the average homeowner spending $3,315 to install new countertops. On the extreme low end, you might spend as little as $160 for a small section ...

Q. Granite countertops are still very popular, and I love the look of natural stone. But I can't afford the giant thick slabs of granite. I've seen the thinner, affordable granite tile and wonder how ...

Tile is a classic countertop material, but not everyone always loves it. Natural stone countertops have become increasingly en vogue, but tile can’t be overlooked either. Homeowners can turn tile ...

Janine asks: I’m putting up a ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Can I put the tile directly on the drywall, or do I have to tear it out and use a cement board? Danny Lipford: If you’re talking ...