How To Bring The Shine Back To Your Quartz Countertops

A dull finish doesn't always mean surface damage, and understanding how engineered materials behave can make restoring their ...

5 Countertop Colors That Instantly Hide Messes—And Look Great in Your Kitchen

Looking for ways to have luxurious yet low-maintenance kitchen? These kitchen countertop materials are surprisingly good for ...
Forbes

Quartz vs. Granite Countertops: Major Differences, Pros And Cons

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 ...
Forbes

How Much Do Quartz Countertops Cost?

Christin Perry is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in numerous outlets, including WeddingWire, The Knot, Parents and Verywell Family. When she's not working, Christin enjoys reading, ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Hurricane Helene Shutters ‘Critical’ Quartz Mines That Power the World’s Electronics, Solar Panels and A.I.

A bridge in Old Fort, North Carolina, appears damaged on September 30, following Hurricane Helene. Old Fort is roughly 30 miles from the town of Spruce Pine, which supplies much of the world's ...
Smithsonian Magazine

The Story Behind the New 8,000-Pound Quartz at the Smithsonian

A one-of-a-kind natural quartz now welcomes visitors to the natural history museum Abigail Eisenstadt The museum’s new natural quartz weighs a whopping 8,000 pounds. It was found in an Arkansas mine ...
Healthline

Rose Quartz Crystal: Meaning, Healing, and How to Use

Some people believe rose quartz may help promote understanding in romantic relationships and support calm. But most claims are anecdotal. Crystals have been used in cultures all over the world for ...