I know you’re probably not supposed to do it, but I’m having counters removed tomorrow and soapstone template made, then have only a day or so to deal with formica backsplash removal before the ...

Q In my kitchen where the backsplash meets the countertop, there is a narrow strip of (what looks like) aluminum molding. The nails used to hold the aluminum trim have rusted, and the rust has spread.

Q I'm a longtime reader, first-time writer. Great column! I have a hard time keeping the backsplash behind the kitchen sink dry. As you can see from the enclosed photo, the dark line at the base ...

When we bought our house a few years ago, we fell in love with the location and the view. What we didn’t fall in love with was the dated mid-’90s decor. The forest green plush carpet and brass ceiling ...