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Even for those who don’t count cooking as one of their favorite activities, a small kitchen countertop can still make life tricky. Even if it's not for chopping vegetables you’ll still want a large ...

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The options for choosing the right backsplash for your laminate countertops are endless, so we checked in with design guru Lori Miller to narrow it down.

Countertop edge profiles can dramatically influence how a small kitchen feels. Choosing the right profile not only defines the style of the space but also creates the illusion of openness and flow.