Mama always told us that we should never go to bed with a dirty kitchen. The sink should be emptied, the dishes should be put away, and the countertops should be thoroughly wiped down. Period. Running ...

If you're remodeling, you may wonder which countertop to go with in your kitchen. Out of granite, marble, and quartz, here's ...

Dear Heloise: Recently, you compared the merits of granite countertops to marble. Can you give a comparison between granite and quartz? I'm not sure what the difference is. — Susan S. Dear Susan: ...

Quartz countertops look polished and elegant, that is, until the color changes and the material cracks. Here's why this stone is susceptible to damage.

Granite is a natural substance taken from quarries, while quartz is manufactured. Both are durable, but granite requires you to reapply sealant every few years ...