Granite countertops generally require some sort of protection due to their porous nature, but many commercial sealants contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and synthetic resins that can be ...

We tested both to break down their differences (and pros and cons). Serious Eats / Russell Kilgore The vacuum sealer is a rather ingenious device that sucks the air out of a plastic bag before ...

Rob Robillard, a general contractor, carpenter, and business owner handles your home improvement questions.

Keep the countertop color uniform with sealer or by rubbing with mineral oil. Mineral oil will darken soapstone’s natural gray hue; sealing will not. Soapstone is relatively soft, ...

Q. I would like to seal our marble bathroom floor, but I am unable to clean the grout. We installed marble (10-by-10) tiles in our bathroom. The installer used white grout (we mistakenly chose the … ...

Marble is a classic and elegant material, but it can be high-maintenance. We explain how often to seal marble countertops and why sealing on a regular schedule is important.