So far in this series, pretty much every material we’ve covered has had to undergo a significant industrial process to transform it from its natural state to a more useful product. Whether it’s the ...

Quartz is a high-end alternative to natural stone for kitchen and bathroom countertops. Here, we explain the good and bad of this designer material.

Quartz countertops are dominating modern kitchen and bath design thanks to their unbeatable combo of durability, low maintenance, and versatile style. Unlike natural stone, quartz is non-porous, stain ...