Journal of Light Construction: Counters

Salvaged Counters

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 01:26:51 EST

Heritage Countertops are made from hardwoods rescued from old buildings

Paper Counters

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 01:24:32 EST

Richliteís Northwest Collection countertops are stronger than most stone and solid-surface offerings, says the company

Butcherblock Alternative

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:20:23 EST

Teragrenís Bamboo Worktops are durable and environmentally friendly, says the maker

KBIS Kitchen and Bath Show Roundup

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 03:33:00 EST

A roundup of problem-solving products from the national Kitchen and Bath Industry Show

Q&A: Hardwood Kitchen Countertops

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:23:54 EST

Q: A client wants me to glue up a hardwood kitchen countertop for him. Is this asking for trouble, or can it be done successfully? What potential problems should I be aware of?

Goodbye, Thin Brown Line: Wilsonart Laminate Countertop Decorative Edges

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:56 EST

Eliminate the telltale "brown line" from laminate countertops with two new decorative edge options.

Tight Radius: VT Pencil Edge Profile

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:56 EST

Achieve the tight radius usually seen on granite countertops in laminate with VT's new edge finish.

Lava Lure: Pyrolave Volvic Lava Stone Surfaces

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:56 EST

Able to withstand high temperatures, acid, and corrosion, these enameled lava stone countertops add as much durability to a kitchen or bath as they do style.

The Look for Less: Saving Money on Wood Countertops

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:55 EST

J. Aaron introduces lower-cost traditional and DIY wood countertop options that let customers save upward of 40%.

Granite Savings: Working With Prefab Granite Countertops

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:41 EST

Prefabricated granite tops are a cost-effective alternative to custom slab counters.

Remodeling for Accessibility

Fri, 6 Jul 2012 05:06:37 EST

Recently my Chicago-based construction company renovated a second-floor apartment in a 19-story building to make it more user-friendly for disabled and elderly residents.

Streamlining Kitchen Remodels

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 04:57:08 EST

We run a full-service remodeling company with a division solely dedicated to kitchen and bathroom remodels.

Designing and Building Traditional Cabinets

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:12:30 EST

To control the finished look of custom kitchens, keep cabinet construction in-house.

In the News

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:11:01 EST

Roofing nails puncture gas lines in Texas; hot countertops rattle kitchen and bath industry; dustup over drywall

Remodeling a Working Kitchen

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:09:26 EST

A simple reorganization of existing space and thoughtful material choices maximize efficiency and “green” appeal.

Kitchen & Bath

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:08:07 EST

Appliances, fixtures, and finishes

Kitchen & Bath

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:06:45 EST

Countertops; art tile

Kitchen & Bath

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:04:37 EST

Shower pans; toilet seats

Trouble-Free Appliance Rough-In

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:05:10 EST

Find out which models will be used and review the installation specs before rough-in

Kitchen & Bath

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:03:08 EST

Vanities; vessel sinks