When designing or remodeling your home kitchen, choosing the right countertop material is an important decision. You want something durable but not too boring, stylish but not overly trendy — ...

The phrase “laminate countertop” usually elicits a look of distaste. A wrinkled nose, maybe a brief sigh and then the phrase, “Too bad it’s not real stone.” For people in their mid-30s to 50s, it ...

When it comes to decor, you know you're from the '70s if your kitchen had certain things. One telltale design feature characteristic of the era was those Formica countertops that were literally ...

The phrase "laminate countertop" usually elicits a look of distaste. A wrinkled nose, maybe a brief sigh and then the phrase, "Too bad it's not real stone." For people in their mid-30s to 50s, it ...

In late 2024 Formica ran a 1,000-person survey that asked Boomer, Gen X, millennial, and Gen Z homeowners how they felt about laminate countertops — specifically, if they’d consider it for their ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

If you’re thinking about replacing your kitchen counters, and your timing couldn’t be better. Gone forever are the days when your only choices were plastic laminate or wood butcherblock. Today, there ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...