When I bought my first house last year, I was determined to have marble countertops — Carrara marble, specifically. And with Carrara falling on the relatively cheap end of materials (an average of $40 ...

The Trump administration imposed tariffs on more than 180 countries and territories on April 3, in a move expected to hurt the housing industry in a multitude of ways. “It is estimated that almost $10 ...

Homeowners today are stepping back from marble because of its upkeep—its porous surface stains easily and needs frequent ...

Marble is hot right now, and it's easy to see why. It's an elegant surface with beautiful streaks of color, but after installation, some people have had some buyer's remorse. When my husband and I ...

Finding countertops that won't go out of style is the top priority of many homeowners who are considering how to design their kitchens. In the ever-evolving world of kitchen design, choosing kitchen ...

I'VE BEEN DEVOTED to the goes-with-everything look of honed white marble countertops for years, using Carrara in three of my own kitchen renovations—traditional town house, gritty loft and Adirondack ...

From the great granite debate to the rise in quartz's popularity, marble has been facing a slew of criticism lately for its alleged high-maintenance nature. However, certain designers still swear by ...

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 ...